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Cube Editor Hybrid City BikeTravelling through the city with style and ease on an urban e-bike

Maik Schröder

 · 07.03.2024

Cube has presented the Editor Hybrid City Bike.
Photo: Ronny Kiaulehn
Anyone who is often out and about in the city knows that cycling in heavy city traffic can sometimes be a real struggle. So it would be great to have a city bike with you that is up to the challenges of the city... For relaxed and elegant riding through the urban jungle, Cube has now presented the motorised version of the Cube Editor: The Cube Editor Hybrid - a stylish urban e-bike with a familiar motor.
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Traffic lights, left turns, noise and hectic traffic: travelling around town by bike is not always easy. A city bike has to fulfil high demands in order to get the rider safely to their destination. Cube has now presented its well-known Editor model as a stylish urban e-bike. The Cube Editor Hybrid is powered by the new light drive from Bosch, the Performance Line SX.

The new Cube Editor Hybrid - now electric with Bosch SX drive.Photo: Lars ScharlThe new Cube Editor Hybrid - now electric with Bosch SX drive.

Cube Editor Hybrid: Stylish lightweight

Anyone who has ever had the pleasure of riding an e-bike knows how light-footed and comfortable cycling can feel, especially when you're riding routes where you don't want to break a sweat - for example on the way to work. The new Cube Editor Hybrid now features a lightweight drive: the Bosch Performance SX with 55 Nm of torque. This makes cruising around town even more effortless than with its predecessor, the Cube Editor City Bike without an electric motor.

The streets in the urban jungle are rarely as empty as they are here. That's why it's all the more important to have a reliable city bike. And it looks good too!Photo: Ronny KiaulehnThe streets in the urban jungle are rarely as empty as they are here. That's why it's all the more important to have a reliable city bike. And it looks good too!

The new Cube Editor Hybrid presents itself as a stylish, sporty urban bike, which at first glance you almost don't realise is an electrically powered bike - the battery is slimly mounted in the down tube and blends in with the design of the Editor Hybrid - chic! The new urban e-bike comes in five different versions, which we present in detail further down in the article. Plus point: All models have a total weight of well under 20 kilograms, which is below the average weight of electrically powered city bikes or e-bikes. So you can carry it (almost) anywhere.

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Taking the city bike in your arms - no problem with the Cube Editor Hybrid, which weighs less than 20 kilos!Photo: Ronny KiaulehnTaking the city bike in your arms - no problem with the Cube Editor Hybrid, which weighs less than 20 kilos!

Properties and features

Low weight and a slim design are the basic characteristics of the Cube Editor Hybrid. This is made possible by the lightweight aluminium frame with seamless welds, integrated cable routing and a full carbon fork. The city bikes are equipped with an 8-speed (Hybrid SLX 400X) or 11-speed (Hybrid SLT 400X) hub gear from Shimano, while the Hybrid Pro 400X comes with a 10-speed Cues derailleur.

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The cockpit of the Editor Hybrid, here in the FE version. Stylish and chic!Photo: Lars ScharlThe cockpit of the Editor Hybrid, here in the FE version. Stylish and chic!

According to Cube, the motor with a torque of up to 55 Nm and a 50% reduction in pedalling resistance (compared to other drives) should ensure an effortless riding experience in the city. In addition, there is a permanently installed 400 Wh battery in the down tube and the controller integrated in the top tube. The Cube Editor Hybrid with Bosch SX system is therefore the ideal urban bike for commuting, for example.

The Cube Editor Hybrid doesn't just look good in detail.Photo: Lars ScharlThe Cube Editor Hybrid doesn't just look good in detail.

Variants of the Cube Editor Hybrid Urban Bike

The new Cube Editor Hybrid model range comes in 5 different versions, including FE (fully equipped) variants, which are equipped with a lighting system, front and rear mudguards, a kickstand and a pannier rack as standard. The best prerequisites for a long and uncomplicated relationship.

The fully-equipped versions come with parts such as a pannier rack and mudguards as standard.Photo: Lars ScharlThe fully-equipped versions come with parts such as a pannier rack and mudguards as standard.

A front luggage rack can also be fitted. These parts can also be retrofitted to the other models. This means that the urban bike can also be used as a transport bike, for example for carrying shopping around town - practical! Let's take a look at the technical data of the 5 variants of the Cube Editor Hybrid...

Cube Editor Hybrid Pro 400X

Cube Editor Hybrid Pro 400XPhoto: Lars ScharlCube Editor Hybrid Pro 400X
  • Frame: Aluminium Superlite (integrated battery)
  • Frame sizes: 50, 54, 58, 62
  • Fork: Cube Editor Full Carbon
  • Rear derailleur: Shimano Cues RD-U6000-GS
  • Brake: Shimano BR-MT200, Hydr. Disc Brake (180/180)
  • Cassette: Shimano Cues CS-LG300, 11-39T
  • Tyres: Conti Contact Urban, 50-622
  • Motor: Bosch Drive Unit Performance SX (55 Nm) Cruise (250 watts), Smart System
  • Battery: Bosch CompactTube 400
  • Remote: Bosch System Control, incl. Mini Remote
  • Weight: 17.2 kg

Cube Editor Hybrid Pro FE 400X

Cube Editor Hybrid Pro FE 400XPhoto: Lars ScharlCube Editor Hybrid Pro FE 400X
  • Frame: Aluminium Superlite (integrated battery)
  • Frame sizes: 50, 54, 58, 62
  • Fork: Cube Editor Full Carbon
  • Rear derailleur: Shimano Cues RD-U6000-GS
  • Brake: Shimano BR-MT200, Hydr. Disc Brake (180/180)
  • Cassette: Shimano Cues CS-LG300, 11-39T
  • Tyres: Conti Contact Urban, 50-622
  • Motor: Bosch Drive Unit Performance SX (55 Nm) Cruise (250 watts), Smart System
  • Battery: Bosch CompactTube 400
  • Remote: Bosch System Control, incl. Mini Remote
  • Weight: 18.6 kg
  • Luggage carrier: Acid SIC Rail
  • Mudguards: Acid 60
  • Light in front: Acid Front Light Pro-E 110, 5-16V, DC
  • Rear light: Acid Mudguard Rear Light Pro-E, 12V, DC
  • Stand: Acid FM Pure Kickstand

Cube Editor Hybrid SLX 400X

Cube Editor Hybrid SLX 400XPhoto: Lars ScharlCube Editor Hybrid SLX 400X
  • Frame: Aluminium Superlite (integrated battery)
  • Frame sizes: 50, 54, 58, 62
  • Fork: Cube Editor Full Carbon
  • Circuit: Shimano Alfine SL-S503
  • Brake: Shimano BR-MT200, Hydr. Disc Brake (180/180)
  • Rear derailleur: Shimano Nexus
  • Tyres: Conti Contact Urban, 50-622
  • Motor: Bosch Drive Unit Performance SX (55 Nm) Cruise (250 watts), Smart System
  • Battery: Bosch CompactTube 400
  • Remote: Bosch System Control, incl. Mini Remote
  • Weight: 17.8 kg

Cube Editor Hybrid SLX FE 400X

Cube Editor Hybrid SLX FE 400XPhoto: Lars ScharlCube Editor Hybrid SLX FE 400X
  • Frame: Aluminium Superlite (integrated battery)
  • Frame sizes: 50, 54, 58, 62
  • Fork: Cube Editor Full Carbon
  • Circuit: Shimano Alfine SL-S503
  • Brake: Shimano BR-MT200, Hydr. Disc Brake (180/180)
  • Tyres: Conti Contact Urban, 50-622
  • Motor: Bosch Drive Unit Performance SX (55 Nm) Cruise (250 watts), Smart System
  • Battery: Bosch CompactTube 400
  • Remote: Bosch System Control, incl. Mini Remote
  • Weight: 19.2 kg
  • Luggage carrier: Acid SIC Rail
  • Mudguards: Acid 60
  • Light in front: Acid Front Light Pro-E 110, 5-16V, DC
  • Rear light: Acid Mudguard Rear Light Pro-E, 12V, DC
  • Stand: Acid FM Pure Kickstand

Cube Editor Hybrid SLT 400X

Cube Editor Hybrid SLT 400XPhoto: Lars ScharlCube Editor Hybrid SLT 400X
  • Frame: Aluminium Superlite (integrated battery)
  • Frame sizes: 50, 54, 58, 62
  • Fork: Cube Editor Full Carbon
  • Circuit: Shimano Alfine SL-S700
  • Brake: Shimano Deore BR-M6000, Hydr. Disc Brake (180/180)
  • Tyres: Schwalbe Marathon Efficiency, RaceGuard, 50-622
  • Motor: Bosch Drive Unit Performance SX (55 Nm) Cruise (250 watts), Smart System
  • Battery: Bosch CompactTube 400
  • Remote: Bosch System Control, incl. Mini Remote
  • Weight: 17.7 kg

Prices of the 5 Cube Editor Hybrid variants

The Cube Editor Hybrid Urban Bike is now available in all 5 variants at the following prices:

  • Editor Hybrid Pro 400X: 2499 Euro
  • Editor Hybrid Pro FE 400X: 2699 Euro
  • Editor Hybrid SLX 400X: 2699 Euro
  • Editor Hybrid SLX FE 400X: 2899 Euro
  • Editor Hybrid SLT 400X: 3299 Euro

Maik Schröder

Maik Schröder was born in East Westphalia and prefers to ride through the countryside on his gravel bike. The tour can also include a culinary stop to fortify himself for the next few kilometres. Even if there are few metres of altitude to conquer in the flatlands, he has the ambitious goal of completing a Transalp one day. As online editor, he is responsible for creating digital editorial content such as news reports, new products and event coverage.

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