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E-hardtails are the uncomplicated all-rounders among e-mountainbikes. They combine a robust, low-maintenance concept with the added thrust of the motor. Whether commuting, an after-work ride or your first off-road excursions - with the new Reaction Hybrid models Cube shows just how broadly positioned a modern e-hardtail can be today: the right frame design for every body size and every type of rider, versatile and with enough reserves for tours off the tarmac.
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| Feature | details |
| Frame | HPA aluminium, internal cable routing, ground weld seams, diamond / trapezoid / low step-through |
| Engine | Bosch Performance Line / Performance Line CX (100 Nm) |
| Battery | Bosch PowerTube, 600 Wh or 800 Wh |
| Display | Bosch Purion 200 |
| Spring travel | 120 or 100 mm (depending on size) |
| Impellers | 27.5" (up to size M / step-through), 29" (M-XXL) |
| Price | from 2699 Euro to 4799 Euro >> available here |
New frame design
No more tangled cables and beaded seams: The newly developed aluminium frame of the Reaction Hybrid Performance comes with internal cable routing through the headset and polished weld seams - so the 2025 entry-level class no longer looks like an economy programme, but like a top-class design. The new e-hardtail is also available with a classic diamond frame, trapezoid frame and as a comfortable step-through model.
Bosch power is a must
The Bosch Performance Line motor is at work in the bottom bracket, in the top versions even as a CX version with a full 100 Nm of torque. The battery sits elegantly in the down tube, with a capacity of either 600 or 800 Wh, and can be easily removed for charging using the key.
Flexible impellers
Cube remains flexible: Up to size M, the Reaction Hybrid rolls on 27.5-inch wheels, above that on 29-inch wheels front and rear. Exception: As a step-through model, the bike consistently uses 27.5-inch wheels across all sizes. This means that Cube has the right bike in its programme for riders of all sizes.
New light feature on the Cube Reaction Hybrid
With X-Connect, Cube presented its smart solution for attaching front lights for the first time last year. The light is attached in seconds and the connection to the main battery is just as quick via a "socket" above the head tube.
The system is so discreet that you hardly notice it without a light - perfect for the versatile e-hardtail Reaction Hybrid or the new full-suspension electric speedster AMS 177. Cube's own brand Acid offers a wide range of Bicycle lightswhich are compatible with the company's own e-bikes via the X-Connect interface - from affordable everyday lights to high-end headlights.
Initial assessment of the new Cube Reaction Hybrid Performance
The Cube Reaction Hybrid Performance shows just how mature e-hardtails in the entry-level class have become. The new frame impresses with its modern look and clever details, while the motor and battery options provide enough range and thrust for all everyday scenarios and weekend excursions. Thanks to various frame shapes and wheel sizes, almost everyone can find the right version. In short, if you are looking for an uncomplicated, versatile and attractively priced e-MTB, the Reaction Hybrid Performance is the perfect choice.
Max Fuchs
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