Cube Stereo Hybrid 140 HPC vs Giant Trance X Advanced E+ 1
Comparison 2026 — E-Mountain Bikes
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Our verdict
Based on our weighted scoring, the Giant Trance X Advanced E+ 1 edges out the Cube Stereo Hybrid 140 HPC with an overall score of 87/100 against 83/100. It scores particularly well on trail performance (92/100) and suspension & comfort (92/100), making it the better all-round pick in E-Mountain Bikes.
The Cube Stereo Hybrid 140 HPC remains a sensible alternative if price is your main concern — it lands at €4499.00 versus €5999.00.
Trail performance winner
Giant Trance X Advanced E+ 1
4% higher than its rival
Value winner
Cube Stereo Hybrid 140 HPC
10% better value for money
Specifications
| Specification | Cube Stereo Hybrid 140 HPC | Giant Trance X Advanced E+ 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | €4499.00+33% | €5999.00 |
| Rating | ★4.5 (220) | ★4.6 (120) |
| Overall | 83/100 | 87/100+5% |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Motor | Bosch Performance CX (85 Nm)+4150% | Giant SyncDrive Pro2 (85 Nm) |
| Battery | 750 Wh PowerTube | 800 Wh EnergyPak Smart+7% |
| Range | 70-100 km | 80-120 km Eco+14% |
| Drivetrain | Shimano SLX 12-speed | Shimano XT 12-speed |
| Suspension & wheels | ||
| Front travel | RockShox Pike Select, 140 mm+289% | Fox 36 Performance Elite, 140 mm |
| Rear travel | RockShox Deluxe Select, 140 mm | Fox Float X Performance, 150 mm+7% |
| Wheel size | 29" | 29" |
| Weight | 23 kg+4% | 24 kg |
Pros and cons
Cube Stereo Hybrid 140 HPC
Pros
- Bosch Performance CX + 750Wh battery under €4500
- Carbon HPC frame with 140mm travel
- Bosch ecosystem — best service in NL
- Cube dealers in virtually every Dutch city
Cons
- Component tier below premium rivals
- 23 kg weight — not light
Giant Trance X Advanced E+ 1
Pros
- 800Wh battery — 80-120 km range in Eco mode
- SyncDrive Pro2 (85 Nm Yamaha-based) for steep climbs
- Carbon frame with Maestro suspension platform
- Local Giant dealer network for service
Cons
- At 24 kg one of the heaviest bikes in its class
- No lightweight feel like the Trek Fuel EXe