Batavus Fuze vs Koga F3
Comparison 2026 — City Bikes
Our verdict
Based on our weighted scoring, the Koga F3 edges out the Batavus Fuze with an overall score of 88/100 against 78/100. It scores particularly well on ride quality (92/100) and durability (94/100), making it the better all-round pick in City Bikes.
The Batavus Fuze remains a sensible alternative if price is your main concern — it lands at €599.00 versus €999.00.
Ride quality winner
Koga F3
12% higher than its rival
Value winner
Batavus Fuze
8% better value for money
Specifications
| Specification | Batavus Fuze | Koga F3 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | €599.00+67% | €999.00 |
| Rating | ★4.4 (1,450) | ★4.7 (420) |
| Overall | 78/100 | 88/100+13% |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Gearing | Shimano Nexus 3-speed naafversnelling | Shimano Alfine 8-speed naafversnelling+167% |
| Drive | Ketting, gesloten kettingkast | Gates Carbon Drive riem (onderhoudsvrij) |
| Crankset | Batavus alloy 38T | Gates CDX 46T+21% |
| Frame & Comfort | ||
| Frame material | Aluminium | Aluminium hydroformed |
| Frame type | Lage instap | Lage instap / trapezium |
| Wheel size | 28 inch | 28 inch |
| Saddle | Selle Royal Essenza | Selle Royal Lookin Moderate |
| Handlebars | Batavus Comfort verstelbaar | Koga ergonomisch verstelbaar |
| Safety | ||
| Brakes | V-brake voor, terugtraprem achter | Hydraulische Shimano schijfremmen (BR-MT200) |
| Lighting | Naafdynamo Shimano + B&M voorlicht | Naafdynamo Shimano + B&M IQ-X 150 lux |
| Lock | AXA Defender ART-2 ringslot | AXA Defender ART-2 ringslot |
| Fenders | Aluminium spatborden met rokbescherming | SKS Bluemels aluminium |
| Chain guard | Gesloten kunststof kettingkast | N.v.t. — Gates belt drive onderhoudsvrij |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight | 21 kg | 18 kg+17% |
| Max load | 135 kg (inclusief rijder) | 150 kg (inclusief rijder)+11% |
| Sizes | 48/53/57 cm | 50/55/60 cm+4% |
Pros and cons
Batavus Fuze
Pros
- Shimano Nexus 3-speed hub is nearly indestructible and low maintenance
- Sharp 599 euro price point with full city bike equipment
- Batavus build quality and worldwide service network at specialist dealers
- Chain case and skirt guard as standard — dry trousers even in the rain
Cons
- 3 gears are tight for Limburg hills or headwinds along the Afsluitdijk
- Finishing is functional but less refined than a Gazelle Van Stael
Koga F3
Pros
- Shimano Alfine 8 hub with wider range than Nexus 7 or 3
- Gates Carbon belt drive — maintenance-free, no oil, no rust
- Hydraulic Shimano disc brakes for all-weather stopping power
- Lighter aluminium frame (18 kg) than Gazelle Van Stael or Batavus Fuze
Cons
- 999 euros is steep — almost double a Cortina U4 Transport
- Belt drive requires a specialist dealer for replacement