Heybike Mars 2.0 750/1000W vs Lectric XP4
Two commuter e-bikes at a similar price, compared on the same normalized specs. Both scored by us, both reviewed in full.
The verdict
They're the same price and close on Genius score, so this comes down to whether you value raw power and battery size (Mars) or better brakes and a lighter bike (XP4).
Buy the Heybike Mars 2.0 750/1000W
Buy the Heybike Mars 2.0 if you want more shove off the line and on climbs (80 Nm vs 55 Nm) and the bigger 600 Wh battery to back it up, and you can live with mechanical disc brakes and carrying 75 lb.
Buy the Lectric XP4
Buy the Lectric XP4 if you'd rather have hydraulic brakes with 180mm rotors and a bike that's 6 lb lighter to haul around, and you're fine trading some torque and battery capacity for it.
The differences that matter
- Heybike Mars 2.0 750/1000W pulls harder from a stop and on hills, by 25 Nm of torque.
- Heybike Mars 2.0 750/1000W carries 100 Wh more battery, which is the main thing that sets how far you get.
- Heybike Mars 2.0 750/1000W runs a 250W bigger motor on continuous power.
- Lectric XP4 is 6 lb lighter, which you notice lifting it or carrying it up steps.
Who each one is for
Heybike Mars 2.0 750/1000W
Budget-minded riders who mostly run errands and short commutes on flat-to-rolling city streets and want real cargo capacity without spending over $1,000.
Lectric XP4
City and suburban riders who want an affordable, foldable commuter for flat-to-rolling errands and enjoy the option to ride on the throttle.
Spec by spec
| Spec | Heybike Mars 2.0 750/1000W | Lectric XP4 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $999 | $999 |
| Motor (nominal) | 750W | 500W |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Battery | 600 Wh | 500 Wh |
| Claimed range | 45 mi | 50 mi |
| Weight | 75 lb | 69.1 lb |
| Max payload | 330 lb | 330 lb |
| Motor type | hub | hub |
| E-bike class | Class 3 | Class 1/2/3 |
| Brakes | mechanical disc | 602 Hydraulic Brakes, 180mm rotors |
| Drivetrain | Shimano 7-speed | 8-speed freewheel (11-32T) with Shimano Altus derailleur |
| Tire size | 20" x 4.0" | 20" x 3" |
Highlighted values are the better of the two where both brands publish the number. Where a spec isn't published we leave it blank rather than guess.
The short version on each
Heybike Mars 2.0 750/1000W
What's good
- For $999 the motor genuinely delivers: 80 Nm of torque and 1,400 watts of peak power pull a loaded bike off the line and up moderate hills without much fuss.
- The 330-pound weight limit leaves real headroom for a loaded rear rack and full panniers on top of the rider.
- A 600Wh battery and up to 45 miles of claimed range cover most commutes with charge to spare, and the pack lifts off so you can top it up at your desk.
What to know
- The base 750W model stops with mechanical disc brakes, which take a firmer squeeze to slow a heavy, loaded bike. Hydraulic brakes only come on the step-up 1000W version.
- Heybike doesn't clearly confirm whether the Mars 2.0 has a throttle, so if riding without pedaling is a must-have, pin that down before you order.
Lectric XP4
What's good
- It folds, so a car trunk, an elevator, or a tight apartment entryway all work for storage.
- The build is a step above the price, with hydraulic brakes and 180mm rotors that give you confident, consistent stopping.
- A throttle lets you ride without pedaling, which helps most from a dead stop or on a short rise.
What to know
- Sustained, steep climbs are where the 500W motor and 55 Nm of torque show their limit, so a route that gains serious elevation every day is a stretch.
- Big-mileage riders will want the optional larger battery, since the standard 500Wh pack is sized for everyday commutes rather than long hauls.
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