QWIC RD11 Speed vs Gazelle Marathon S11
Comparison 2026 — Speed Pedelecs
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Our verdict
Based on our weighted scoring, the Gazelle Marathon S11 edges out the QWIC RD11 Speed with an overall score of 85/100 against 83/100. It scores particularly well on speed & range (80/100) and comfort (86/100), making it the better all-round pick in Speed Pedelecs.
The QWIC RD11 Speed remains a sensible alternative if price is your main concern — it lands at €4499.00 versus €4999.00.
Speed & range winner
Gazelle Marathon S11
2% higher than its rival
Value winner
Gazelle Marathon S11
2% better value for money
Specifications
| Specification | QWIC RD11 Speed | Gazelle Marathon S11 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | €4499.00+11% | €4999.00 |
| Rating | ★4.4 (220) | ★4.5 (480) |
| Overall | 83/100 | 85/100+2% |
| Motor & Speed | ||
| Motor | Shimano STEPS EP6 Speed | Bosch Performance Line Speed |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 85 Nm+42% |
| Top speed | 45 km/h | 45 km/h |
| Gearing | Enviolo Sportive traploos | Shimano Deore XT 11-speed |
| Drive | Gates Carbon Drive riem | Ketting |
| Battery & Range | ||
| Capacity | 540 Wh+8% | 500 Wh (Bosch PowerPack) |
| Range | 55-120 km | 55-110 km |
| Charge time | 5 uur+11% | 4.5 uur |
| Removable | Ja | Ja |
| Frame & Comfort | ||
| Frame material | Aluminium | Aluminium |
| Front suspension | SR Suntour NEX 50 mm+11% | SR Suntour Mobie 45 mm |
| Rear suspension | Geveerde zadelpen | Geveerde zadelpen |
| Wheel size | 28 inch | 28 inch |
| Tires | Schwalbe Marathon GT 28×1.75 | Schwalbe Marathon Plus 28×2.0 |
| Safety & Legal | ||
| Brakes | Tektro HD-R290 hydraulische schijfremmen+7150% | Hydraulische schijfremmen (Magura MT4) |
| Lighting | Herrmans H-Black Pro voor/achter | Supernova E3 voor/achter, geïntegreerd |
| License plate | Vereist (NL) | Vereist (NL) |
| Helmet required | NTA 8776 | NTA 8776 |
| Insurance | WA-verzekering verplicht | WA-verzekering verplicht |
| Dimensions | ||
| Weight | 26 kg+4% | 27 kg |
| Max load | 140 kg | 150 kg+7% |
Pros and cons
QWIC RD11 Speed
Pros
- Gates Carbon Drive belt — no chain oil, minimal maintenance
- Lowest price in this test at €4,499
- Shimano STEPS Speed mid-motor is quiet and well documented
- Dutch manufacturer with direct webshop delivery and remote diagnostics
Cons
- 540 Wh battery limits practical range to 55-80 km at full power
- No full suspension — front fork is basic
Gazelle Marathon S11
Pros
- Bosch Performance Line Speed with 85 Nm torque — strong acceleration to 45 km/h
- Sharply priced at €4,999, a full €2,000 below the Stromer ST3
- Extensive Dutch dealer network for service and parts
- Familiar Gazelle upright commuter posture for sustained riding
Cons
- 500 Wh battery limits practical range to 55-75 km at full throttle
- No integrated GPS tracking like the Stromer ST3