Giant
Class 3
Commuter
Explore E+ 3
8.7
$2,800
MSRP
The Explore E+ 3 is the sensible dealer-backed commuter — a refined mid-drive, real shop support, and Giant's build quality at a fair price.
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Full specifications
- MSRP
- $2,800
- Category
- Commuter
- Class
- Class 3
- Top Speed
- 28 mph
- Motor
- Giant SyncDrive Core (Yamaha) mid-drive (Mid-drive)
- Motor Power
- 250W nominal / 500W peak
- Torque
- 75 Nm
- Battery
- 500Wh, Giant EnergyPak
- Range
- up to 70 miles
- Weight
- 56 lbs
- Frame
- ALUXX Aluminum
- Brakes
- Hydraulic disc
- Drivetrain
- Shimano 9-speed
- Suspension
- SR Suntour, 63mm
- Tires
- 27.5×2.0"
- Max Payload
- 300 lbs
- Warranty
- Lifetime frame, 2 yr motor/battery
What we love
- Smooth Yamaha-built SyncDrive mid-drive
- Huge global Giant dealer network
- Comes commute-ready with lights and rack
What we'd change
- Battery is mid-sized vs. DTC competitors
- Not the flashiest spec on paper
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