Riese & Müller Multicharger2 Mixte GT Vario vs Tern HSD P9
Riese & Müller Multicharger2 Mixte GT Vario and Tern HSD P9 are both Compact cargo models, so the decision comes down to the details below.
Specifications side by side
| Technical specifications | Multicharger2 Mixte GT Vario | HSD P9 |
|---|---|---|
| Frame type | Compact cargo | Compact cargo |
| Motor | Bosch Performance Line CX | Bosch Performance Line |
| Price | €5,700 | €4,999 (Better value) |
| Torque | 85 Nm (Better value) | 50 Nm |
| Battery | 750 Wh (Better value) | 400 Wh |
| Estimated range | 61 km (Better value) | 33 km |
| Payload | 70 kg (Better value) | 60 kg |
| Max. total weight | 180 kg (Better value) | 170 kg |
| Bike weight | 31 kg | 25.7 kg (Better value) |
| Length | 1,950 mm | 1,630 mm (Better value) |
| Max. children | 1 | 1 |
| Drive | Belt drive (Better value) | Chain |
| Shifting | Hub gears | Derailleur |
| Brakes | Magura MT4 hydraulic disc | Shimano hydraulic disc |
Which one should you choose?
Choose the Riese & Müller Multicharger2 Mixte GT Vario if…
- you ride hills with heavy loads (85 Nm vs 50 Nm torque)
- you need more range from a bigger battery (750 Wh vs 400 Wh)
- you ride long distances (61 km vs 33 km estimated range)
- you haul heavy cargo (70 kg vs 60 kg payload)
- you need a higher total weight limit (180 kg vs 170 kg)
- you want a clean, low-maintenance belt drive
Choose the Tern HSD P9 if…
- your budget matters — it costs €701 less (€4,999 vs €5,700)
- you often lift or push the bike (25.7 kg vs 31 kg)
- storage space is tight (1,630 mm vs 1,950 mm long)