Trek Fuel EXe 9.7 vs Cube Stereo Hybrid 140 HPC
Comparison 2026 — E-Mountain Bikes
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Our verdict
Based on our weighted scoring, the Trek Fuel EXe 9.7 edges out the Cube Stereo Hybrid 140 HPC with an overall score of 90/100 against 83/100. It scores particularly well on trail performance (88/100) and suspension & comfort (96/100), 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 €6499.00.
Value winner
Cube Stereo Hybrid 140 HPC
14% better value for money
Specifications
| Specification | Trek Fuel EXe 9.7 | Cube Stereo Hybrid 140 HPC |
|---|---|---|
| Price | €6499.00 | €4499.00+44% |
| Rating | ★4.7 (78) | ★4.5 (220) |
| Overall | 90/100+8% | 83/100 |
| Drivetrain | ||
| Motor | TQ HPR50 (50 Nm, 1.8 kg) | Bosch Performance CX (85 Nm)+70% |
| Battery | 500 Wh | 750 Wh PowerTube+50% |
| Top speed | 25 km/h (NL legaal) | — |
| Drivetrain | SRAM GX Eagle 12-speed | Shimano SLX 12-speed |
| Range | — | 70-100 km |
| Suspension & wheels | ||
| Front travel | Fox 36 Float, 140 mm | RockShox Pike Select, 140 mm+289% |
| Rear travel | Fox Float DPS, 140 mm | RockShox Deluxe Select, 140 mm |
| Wheel size | 29" | 29" |
| Weight | 19 kg+21% | 23 kg |
Pros and cons
Trek Fuel EXe 9.7
Pros
- TQ HPR50 motor — 1.8 kg, smallest motor in its class
- 19 kg total — lighter than many analog MTBs
- Fox 36 fork + Fox Float DPS shock — premium suspension
- Trek's Knock Block headset protection
Cons
- €6499 — most expensive in this comparison
- TQ 50 Nm less than Bosch CX 85 Nm on steepest climbs
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