Aventon · Commuter & cruiser · discontinued
Aventon Level.3: real range, hills and charging
A 180 lb rider on the Aventon Level.3 at 16 mph with relaxed pedaling over rolling hills (±2%) on pavement can expect about 47 miles per charge (38–57 mi), using 14 Wh per mile. The brand claims up to 70 miles. That is about 67% of the claim. On throttle only over hills it drops to about 31 miles. It is discontinued; Aventon's current successor is the Aventon Level 4 REC ($1,999), about 47 miles in the same riding.
733
Wh battery
500
W motor
28
mph max
Price checked 2026-10-23. We may earn a commission.
How far does the Aventon Level.3 go for your weight?
Miles per full charge on a new battery at 70°F on pavement, no wind. Each number is the middle of a ±20% band. Aventon claims up to 70 miles (eco mode, default ride tune, 165 lb rider, flat paved road).
| Rider weight | Easy 12 mph | Everyday 16 mph | Fast 20 mph | Throttle, hills |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 150 lb | 84 mi (67–100) | 51 mi (41–61) | 35 mi (28–42) | 34 mi (27–40) |
| 200 lb | 74 mi (59–89) | 45 mi (36–54) | 33 mi (26–40) | 29 mi (23–35) |
| 250 lb | 67 mi (53–80) | 40 mi (32–48) | 32 mi (25–38) | 25 mi (20–30) |
| 300 lb | 60 mi (48–73) | 36 mi (29–43) | 30 mi (24–36) | 23 mi (18–27) |
- Easy 12 mph: 12 mph, relaxed pedaling, flat
- Everyday 16 mph: 16 mph, relaxed pedaling, rolling hills
- Fast 20 mph: 20 mph, relaxed pedaling, rolling hills
- Throttle, hills: 15 mph, no pedaling, hilly
Independent range tests
Reviewers rode the Level.3 until the battery died. Our model, run in the same conditions (180 lb rider assumed; testers don't publish weight), is shown next to each result.
lowest assist
80.6 mi
measured by Electric Bike Report · 9.1 Wh/mi
Our model: 59 mi (47–70) outside band
highest assist
44.2 mi
measured by Electric Bike Report · 16.6 Wh/mi
Our model: 40 mi (32–48) within band
Can the Aventon Level.3 climb hills?
Highest steady speed on each grade, motor at its 864 W peak, limited by its 60 Nm of torque. A 10% grade is a steep city street; 15% is a hard hill.
| Rider | 5% grade | 10% grade | 15% grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| 180 lb, throttle | 18 mph | 10 mph | 3 mph |
| 180 lb, pedaling | 19 mph | 11 mph | 8 mph |
| 250 lb, throttle | 15 mph | 8 mph | stalls |
| 250 lb, pedaling | 16 mph | 9 mph | 6 mph |
Steepest grade at 8 mph (180 lb): 14% on throttle, 15% with moderate pedaling. Peak power lasts for short hills; on long climbs motors fall back toward their 500 W nominal rating.
Charging time and cost
Empty to full (4 A)
4 h 43 min
Charger
4 A
Cost per full charge
$0.16
Cost per mile
0.30¢
US average residential electricity, 18.31¢/kWh (EIA, July 2026), 85% charger efficiency. Charge time: constant current to ~85%, then about an hour of top-off.
Range in cold weather
70°F
47
mi · 100% cap.
50°F
44
mi · 94% cap.
32°F
39
mi · 85% cap.
20°F
34
mi · 75% cap.
Everyday scenario, 180 lb rider. Capacity loss is temporary; store and charge the battery indoors and never charge it below freezing.
Simulate your own ride on the Level.3
Aventon Level.3 specs
From the Aventon product page, checked 2026-10-23. est. marks values Aventon doesn't confirm.
- Price
- $1,699
Source note
aventon.com product JSON on 2026-10-23: $1,699 (compare-at $1,899). The page is still live, but every variant (Regular/Large, both colors) shows available=false and there is no add-to-cart, so it is treated as no longer sold new. aventon.com
- Class
- Class 2-3, throttle est.
Source note
Brand spec table says 'Class 2 Ebike'. Digital Trends and Electric Bike Report say the Aventon app can switch it to Class 3 (28 mph pedal assist; throttle stays at 20 mph). digitaltrends.com
- Top assisted speed
- 28 mph est.
Source note
Pedal-assist top speed after the in-app Class 3 unlock. Ships capped at 20 mph (Class 2). The brand page gives no mph figure. digitaltrends.com
- Battery
- 733 Wh (36 V × 20 Ah), removable
Source note
Brand page says '36V, 20Ah, 733Wh, LG 21700 cells'. Electric Bike Report lists 708Wh. 36 x 20 = 720, so the sources disagree. aventon.com
- Motor
- 500 W nominal, 864 W peak, rear hub
Source note
- Torque
- 60 Nm
Source note
- Pedal sensor
- Torque and cadence
- Claimed range
- Up to 70 mi (Eco mode, default Ride Tune, 165 lb rider, flat paved road)
Source note
- Weight
- 67 lb with battery
Source note
Electric Bike Report measured 67.5 lb. aventon.com
- Max load
- 300 lb rider + cargo
Source note
The brand lists a 'Total Weight Limit' of 300 lb. The rear rack limit is 60 lb. aventon.com
- Wheels & tires
- 27.5" × 2.2"
- Frame
- 6061 aluminum, gravity-cast front triangle; step-over and step-through versions
- Charger
- 4 A
Source note
42V/4A output; 0-100% in about 5 h aventon.com
- Safety certification
- UL 2849
Common questions
What is the weight limit of the Aventon Level.3?
Aventon rates the Level.3 for 300 lb total (rider plus cargo). At 300 lb it still goes about 36 miles in everyday riding.
Can the Aventon Level.3 climb steep hills?
On throttle alone, with a 180 lb rider, it can hold 8 mph up a grade of about 14% (our estimate from its 864 W peak power and 60 Nm). With moderate pedaling, about 15%. On a 10% hill it holds about 10 mph on throttle.
How long does the Aventon Level.3 take to charge?
About 4 h 43 min from empty with the 4 A charger. A full charge costs about $0.16 at the US average of 18.31¢/kWh, or 0.30¢ per mile.
Is the Aventon Level.3 a Class 2 or Class 3 e-bike?
Aventon lists it as Class 2-3, with a top assisted speed of 28 mph and a throttle. Class 3 speeds (up to 28 mph) are limited to pedal assist; on throttle, Class 2 rules cap it at 20 mph.
Which hitch racks fit the Level.3?
At 67 lb with battery (about 59 lb without it) and 2.2" tires, 21 of 23 hitch racks we track can carry it (some only with the battery removed).
Doesn't fit: Hollywood Racks Sport Rider SE2 (too heavy), Saris Freedom G2 2-Bike (too heavy).
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