E-MTB bargains put to the test: E-bikes from just €3000 are this good

This article is part of our large E-MTB comparison test:

>> From Bosch to DJI from Canyon to Cannondale: Who will build the best E-MTB in 2026?

Canyon Neuron:On AL8

• 4499 Euro
• Bosch CX / 600 or 800 Wh
• 150/140 mm
• 29 inch

The Neuron:On AL is Canyon's affordable and versatile Bosch all-rounder. The top version has already won one of our tests. With Fox and Shimano parts, the AL8 hardly offers a worse specification. Available with either a 600 or 800 battery.

>> Canyon Neuron:On AL in the test: Price-performance cracker from Koblenz wins the test

Crussis e-Full 11.11

• 4490 or 4790 Euro
• DJI Avinox / 600 or 800 Wh
• 160/150 mm
• 29 inch

The powerful Avinox also poaches in the budget segment. The Crussis offers playful handling, favourable Fox suspension and even the mechanical Eagle 70 transmission to transfer the power cleanly to the rear wheel. 300 euros more expensive with the 800 battery.

>> Crussis eFull 12.11 Pro test: Czech newcomer with DJI motor and a focus on riding fun

Conway Xyron S 2.0

• 3999,95 Euro
• Bosch CX / 600 Wh
• 160/150 mm
• 29 inch

The Xyron S 2.0 marks Conway's entry into the Bosch E-MTB world. Conway's affordable all-mountain bike does without the removable battery, but offers a reasonable spec including a 600 battery at an extremely low price.

>> Conway Xyron on test: How the top model with the new Bosch performs on the trail

Cube Stereo Hybrid One44 HPC SLX

• 4999 Euro >> available here
• Bosch CX / 600 or 800 Wh
• 150/140 mm
• 29 inch

Even at an entry-level price, the Cube All Mountain comes with a carbon main frame, 800 battery and the stylish Kiox 400 C display. The composition of the components, from the Fox suspension to the Shimano parts, is perfectly balanced.

>> A hit: Cube Stereo Hybrid One44 on test

Focus Jam² 6.7

• 4699 or 4999 Euro >> available here
• Bosch CX / 600 or 800 Wh
• 160/150 mm
• 29 inch
• 26 kilos (BIKE measurement)

Uncomplicated, affordable, powerful? The Focus Jam² is our first association. Our test in autumn 2025 showed that even the simplest model is fun on the trail. If you're on a budget, you can opt for the slightly better Jam² 6.8.

>> Cheap can be this good: Focus Jam² 6.7 on test

Santa Cruz Vala AL Deore

• 5299 Euro >> available here
• Bosch CX / 600 Wh
• 160/150 mm
• Mullet

Even the cheapest Santa Cruz E-MTB is not a real bargain. However, the Bosch system and functional components from the fork to the brakes promise top-class performance. The weight should only be 24 kilos thanks to the permanently installed 600 battery.

>> Santa Cruz Vala 90 test: Enduro expert with full-throttle ambitions

Megamo Reason AL 07

• 4999 Euro >> available here
• DJI Avinox / 800 Wh
• 160/160 mm
• 29 inch

DJI driving for under 5000 euros? No problem. The Megamo Reason is available with classic XT gears and simple Fox suspension for 4999 euros. Even the 800 battery is on board. With 160 millimetres of travel and long geometry, it's almost an enduro bike.

>> Megamo Reason in the test: What can the expensive top model do on the trail?

Rockrider E-Expl 520 S

• 2999 Euro >> available here
• Brose / 500 Wh
• 140/140 mm
• 29 inch
• 25.6 kg (BIKE measured value)

It's amazing what Decathlon delivers for under 3000 euros! The E-Expl offers sensitive suspension, a Brose motor and grippy tyres. Although the brakes could do with more bite, the Rockrider is simply unbeatable at this price.

>> Rockrider E-Expl 520 S in the test: Price banger with comfort suspension can also go off-road!