Carlos C1 vs Cube Longtail Hybrid 800
Carlos C1 and Cube Longtail Hybrid 800 are both Longtail models, so the decision comes down to the details below.
Specifications side by side
| Technical specifications | C1 | Longtail Hybrid 800 |
|---|---|---|
| Frame type | Longtail | Longtail |
| Motor | Brose Drive T | Bosch Cargo Line Smart |
| Price | €3,500 (Better value) | €3,799 |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 85 Nm (Better value) |
| Battery | 522 Wh | 800 Wh (Better value) |
| Estimated range | 40 km | 64 km (Better value) |
| Payload | 65 kg (Better value) | 60 kg |
| Max. total weight | 205 kg | 200 kg |
| Bike weight | 40.2 kg | 34.1 kg (Better value) |
| Length | — | 1,966 mm |
| Max. children | 2 | 2 |
| Drive | — | Chain |
| Shifting | Hub gears | Derailleur |
| Brakes | Magura MT5, 4-Kolben, hydraulische Scheibenbremse | Magura Gustav PRO, Front 4-Piston/Rear 4-Piston, hydraulische Scheibenbremse |
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Carlos C1 if…
- your budget matters — it costs €299 less (€3,500 vs €3,799)
- you haul heavy cargo (65 kg vs 60 kg payload)
Choose the Cube Longtail Hybrid 800 if…
- you ride hills with heavy loads (85 Nm vs 70 Nm torque)
- you need more range from a bigger battery (800 Wh vs 522 Wh)
- you ride long distances (64 km vs 40 km estimated range)
- you often lift or push the bike (34.1 kg vs 40.2 kg)