E-Enduro bikes under 6,000 euros: Test winner – the Cube AMS Hybrid 177 TM
Florentin Vesenbeckh
· 27.03.2026
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Verdict on the Cube AMS Hybrid 177 C:62 TM 600 X test
With the AMS Hybrid 177 TM, Cube has created a well-rounded e-enduro bike that really appeals to sporty trail enthusiasts. Its light weight, superb handling and well-chosen spec make this bike a top choice for trail riding. Plenty of riding fun and downhill prowess at a fair price! However, the smaller, fixed battery can be a major drawback on long rides or for everyday use.
Test result
| Property | Grade |
|---|---|
| Riding behavior | 2,2 |
| Lab | 1,8 |
| Equipment | 2,7 |
| Motor | 1,4 |
| Final grade | 2,1 |
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Data and facts about the Cube AMS Hybrid 177 C:62 TM 600 X
| Preis | 5.999,00 €>> hier erhältlich |
| Suspension travel | 170 mm |
| Wheel size | 29"/ 27,5" |
| Weight | 21.7 kg |
| Motor | Bosch Performance CX |
| Battery | Bosch Power Tube 600 |
| Fork | Fox 38 Float Performance |
| Rear shock | Fox Float X2 Performance |
| Drivetrain | SRAM Eagle 90 Transmission |
| Front brake | SRAM Maven Silver |
For years, Cube e-mountain bikes have had a distinct, consistent character: easy to handle, comfortable and suitable for everyday use. With the the new AMS 177 the industry giant is striking a more radical note. The E-Enduro is remarkably well-suited to trail riding and downhill performance. To achieve this, Cube has integrated the battery firmly into the down tube, opting for the smaller and lighter 600-capacity battery. This results in clear compromises in terms of handling for everyday use and when charging.
The result is a truly substantial weight. Our test bike in size L weighs 21.7 kilos – and that’s with downhill tyres on the rear wheel, a chunky X2 shock and a 38mm Fox fork, mind you. It’s a weight that hardly any other comparable e-MTB in this price range can match. The full-carbon frame naturally plays a part in this. Most other high-performance e-MTBs from Cube come with an aluminium rear triangle. The mullet setup is also otherwise rare on Cube’s classic bikes.
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In the video: BIKE reviews the test winner, the Cube AMS Hybrid 177 TM
The secret to electric drive systems
The Bosch motor, on the other hand, is a given. The AMS Hybrid 177 also features the tried-and-tested Bosch Performance CX, which delivers up to 100 Nm of torque and 750 watts of power. Our A recent test of the Bosch Performance CX shows that this classic motor is far from obsolete. It is precisely this engine’s excellent modulation and high efficiency, combined with its long range, that make the Swabian engine stand out. Whilst the smaller 600 battery won’t deliver record-breaking ranges, the CX performs above average compared with other systems with the same battery capacity.
Wild or cosy?
The balanced riding position, however, remains typical of Cube and as comfortable as ever. You sit centrally on this lightweight speedster, but not too far forward. This means that even long rides and flat sections are no problem. On really steep climbs, you need to steer the AMS 177 a bit more actively, as the front end can feel a bit light at times. This is down to the short chainstays and the moderate seat angle. There’s no shortage of traction or motor power, however; all in all, Cube’s e-enduro climbs solidly.
On the trail: The best Cube e-MTB?
Its strengths, however, definitely lie in the descents. Here, the 177 impresses with some really fun handling – whilst still offering plenty in reserve. Whilst other e-MTBs in this travel class tend to feel rather sluggish and ponderous on flat and gentler trails, the new Cube can be nimbly thrown from one corner to the next or launched into the air for a jump or a wheelie. Its low weight plays just as much a part in this as the moderate wheelbase, the not-too-protruding chainstays and – very importantly – the very well-defined rear suspension.
It absorbs small bumps very effectively, providing plenty of traction. Yet the rear suspension handles the medium travel with just the right amount of control. The more aggressive your riding style, the more you’ll appreciate this support and the bike’s highly predictable handling.
The bike also has plenty in reserve for rough terrain. However, it’s its rival that offers plush, soft comfort and the feeling of plenty of suspension travel Rose Slab Plus Even more. It’s incredibly pleasant: during our test drives, all we could hear was the rich rumble of the Conti tyres; the chassis and powertrain remained completely silent.
Strengths and weaknesses of the Cube AMS Hybrid 177 TM
Strengths
- fun, nimble handling
- Tail suspension with defined settings and plenty of headroom
- fast downhill
- Quiet on the trail
Weaknesses
- smaller battery, permanently fitted
- not a whizz on uphill sections
This review of the Cube AMS Hybrid 177 TM was written as part of a head-to-head comparison with the Rose Slab Plus XT e-enduro bike. Click here for the other articles in the series:
Florentin Vesenbeckh
Editor CvD