E-Fullys under 5500 Euro: Test winner Cube Stereo Hybrid 140 HPC Race 750

Word should have got around that Cube is a hot tip in the value-for-money sector. For 2023, the Upper Palatinate company has added the luxury of Bosch's Smart System and the 750 battery to the affordable Stereo 140 models. This was previously reserved for the more expensive variants. This combination is probably currently unique in the price range below 5000 euros >> e.g. available here.

Cube Stereo Hybrid 140: Easy rider with top drive & sporty touch

But it's not just the drive technology that's new. Compared to its predecessor, the carbon frame is also lighter and has a sportier geometry. What has remained is the uncomplicated character, now with a sporty touch. It doesn't take long to get used to.

The riding position is moderate and comfortable, the steering centre is high. The plush rear suspension makes the ride very comfortable. In addition, the rear end literally sucks itself to the ground, so that there are no traction problems despite the moderately grippy tyres. On really steep climbs, you do have to slide forwards a little to keep the bike on track, but even difficult uphills are quite straightforward.

The handling of the bike is very well balanced and strikes a good compromise: the Cube is safe to ride, in the Test of six E-Fullys up to 5500 euros but also one of the most manoeuvrable bikes. The weak tyres are a limiting factor on demanding off-road sections, as Cube only offers the affordable performance version of Schwalbe's Nobby Nic as a cost-saving measure.

But the Stereo's geometry and suspension can do more. Only experienced trail experts will miss some support in the rear suspension when riding fast. Top drive and range, great riding characteristics, test winner!

Conclusion on the Cube Stereo Hyrid 140 HPC Race 750

Balanced, versatile and uncomplicated: The Stereo Hybrid 140 combines trails and touring as well as sport and comfort. Good equipment, plenty of range and top drive at a fair price. - Florentin Vesenbeckh, Test Manager EMTB

Technical data and notes Cube Stereo Hybrid 140 HPC Race 750

Manufacturer information

• Price: 4799 Euro >> available here
• Sizes (seat tube) / frame material: S, M, L (tested size 45 cm), XL / carbon/aluminium

Measured values²

• Weight²: 25.2 kg
• Reach altitude¹: 2068 (+0)hm
• Average speed: 13.7 km/
• Centre of gravity height: 530 mm
• Handlebar width: 760 mm
• Crank length / Q-factor: 165 mm / 182 mm
• Ground clearance⁴: 478 mm

Equipment

• Motor: Bosch Perf. CX Smartsystem
• Max. Torque³: 85 Nm
• Battery³ / weight²/ price replacement battery: Powertube 750 / 4300 g / 999 Euro
• Gear system: Shimano Deore / XT (12-speed)
• Translation (v. / h.): 34; 10-51
• Display: Bosch Kiox 300
• Permissible total weight³: 135 kg
• Fork / Shock: Rockshox 35 Silver / Deluxe Select+
• Front / rear suspension travel: 150 / 140 mm
• Dropper post: Cube Dropper, 150 mm
• Brake / Disc Ø (front / rear): Sram DB 8 / 200 mm / 200 mm
• Wheels: Newmen hubs; Cube EX30 disc rims
• Tyres: Schwalbe Nobby Nic Performance, 29 x 2.6"

EMTB test rating⁵: 8.22 points - very good

¹ The reach height was determined during standardised test rides on an asphalt climb with a gradient of 12.2 percent. Highest support level, 150 watts pedalling power of the rider, rider weight incl. equipment 90 kg. The altitude metres in clearly reduced emergency mode are shown in brackets. The average speed refers to the journey with full assistance.

² Determined on the test benches in the EMTB test laboratory, weight without pedals. Battery weight incl. screwed-on cover where applicable.

³ Manufacturer's specification

⁴ Step test, measured with 36 centimetre raised rear wheel

⁵ The judgement reflects the subjective impression of the testers and the results of the reach measurement and laboratory tests. The EMTB judgement is independent of price. EMTB judgements: super (from 9.0), very good (from 8.0), good (from 7.0), satisfactory (from 6.0), with weaknesses (from 5.0), below insufficient.