Carlos C1 vs Tern Quick Haul Long D9
Carlos C1 and Tern Quick Haul Long D9 are both Longtail models, so the decision comes down to the details below.
Specifications side by side
| Technical specifications | C1 | Quick Haul Long D9 |
|---|---|---|
| Frame type | Longtail | Longtail |
| Motor | Brose Drive T | Bosch Cargo Line Cruise Gen4 |
| Price | €3,500 (Better value) | €3,700 |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 85 Nm (Better value) |
| Battery | 522 Wh | 500 Wh |
| Estimated range | 40 km | 41 km |
| Payload | 65 kg | 90 kg (Better value) |
| Max. total weight | 205 kg (Better value) | 190 kg |
| Bike weight | 40.2 kg | 29.3 kg (Better value) |
| Length | — | 1,870 mm |
| Max. children | 2 | 2 |
| Drive | — | Chain |
| Shifting | Hub gears | Derailleur |
| Brakes | Magura MT5, 4-Kolben, hydraulische Scheibenbremse | Tektro, hydraulische Scheibenbremse |
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Carlos C1 if…
- your budget matters — it costs €200 less (€3,500 vs €3,700)
- you need a higher total weight limit (205 kg vs 190 kg)
Choose the Tern Quick Haul Long D9 if…
- you ride hills with heavy loads (85 Nm vs 70 Nm torque)
- you haul heavy cargo (90 kg vs 65 kg payload)
- you often lift or push the bike (29.3 kg vs 40.2 kg)