Aventon · Commuter & cruiser · discontinued
Aventon Pace 500.3: real range, hills and charging
A 180 lb rider on the Aventon Pace 500.3 at 16 mph with relaxed pedaling over rolling hills (±2%) on pavement can expect about 43 miles per charge (34–51 mi), using 13 Wh per mile. The brand claims up to 60 miles. That is about 71% of the claim. On throttle only over hills it drops to about 27 miles. It is discontinued; Aventon's current successor is the Aventon Pace 5 REC ($1,799), about 48 miles in the same riding.
614
Wh battery
500
W motor
28
mph max
Price checked 2026-10-23. We may earn a commission.
How far does the Aventon Pace 500.3 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 60 miles (pas eco, flat terrain, 160 lb rider).
| Rider weight | Easy 12 mph | Everyday 16 mph | Fast 20 mph | Throttle, hills |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 150 lb | 81 mi (65–98) | 46 mi (37–55) | 31 mi (25–37) | 30 mi (24–36) |
| 200 lb | 73 mi (58–87) | 40 mi (32–48) | 30 mi (24–36) | 26 mi (21–31) |
| 250 lb | 66 mi (53–79) | 36 mi (29–43) | 28 mi (23–34) | 23 mi (18–27) |
| 300 lb | 60 mi (48–72) | 32 mi (26–39) | 27 mi (22–33) | 20 mi (16–24) |
- 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 Pace 500.3 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
68 mi
measured by Electric Bike Report · 9 Wh/mi
Our model: 54 mi (43–65) outside band
highest assist
35 mi
measured by Electric Bike Report · 17.5 Wh/mi
Our model: 37 mi (29–44) within band
Can the Aventon Pace 500.3 climb hills?
Highest steady speed on each grade, motor at an estimated 800 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 | 17 mph | 10 mph | 7 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): 13% on throttle, 16% 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 (3 A)
4 h 11 min
With a 5 A charger
2 h 55 min
Cost per full charge
$0.13
Cost per mile
0.28¢
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
43
mi · 100% cap.
50°F
39
mi · 94% cap.
32°F
35
mi · 85% cap.
20°F
31
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 Pace 500.3
Aventon Pace 500.3 specs
From the Aventon product page, checked 2026-10-23. est. marks values Aventon doesn't confirm.
- Price
- $1,499
Source note
Last aventon.com price seen: $1,499 on the step-through page (archived Feb 2026). The step-over page showed $1,599 in May 2024. Both URLs now redirect (step-over goes to the Pace 4, step-through to the cruiser collection). web.archive.org
- Class
- Class 2-3, throttle
Source note
Ships as Class 2 (20 mph) and can be unlocked to Class 3 (28 mph pedal assist). web.archive.org
- Top assisted speed
- 28 mph
Source note
- Battery
- 614 Wh (48 V × 12.8 Ah), removable
Source note
The Electric Bike Report overview says 672Wh, but its own spec list and the brand page say 614Wh. web.archive.org
- Motor
- 500 W nominal, rear hub
Source note
- Torque
- 60 Nm est.
Source note
From the Electric Bike Report author's reply in the comments. Not on the brand page. electricbikereport.com
- Pedal sensor
- Torque
- Claimed range
- Up to 60 mi (PAS Eco, flat terrain, 160 lb rider)
Source note
- Weight
- 52 lb with battery
Source note
- Max load
- 300 lb rider + cargo
Source note
The brand lists a 'Total Weight Limit' of 300 lb. web.archive.org
- Wheels & tires
- 27.5" × 2.1"
- Frame
- Single-butted aluminum alloy; step-over and step-through versions; rigid fork
- Charger
- 3 A
Source note
- Safety certification
- UL 2849
Common questions
What is the weight limit of the Aventon Pace 500.3?
Aventon rates the Pace 500.3 for 300 lb total (rider plus cargo). At 300 lb it still goes about 32 miles in everyday riding.
Can the Aventon Pace 500.3 climb steep hills?
On throttle alone, with a 180 lb rider, it can hold 8 mph up a grade of about 13% (our estimate from its 800 W estimated peak power and 60 Nm). With moderate pedaling, about 16%. On a 10% hill it holds about 10 mph on throttle.
How long does the Aventon Pace 500.3 take to charge?
About 4 h 11 min from empty with the 3 A charger, or about 2 h 55 min with a 5 A fast charger. A full charge costs about $0.13 at the US average of 18.31¢/kWh, or 0.28¢ per mile.
Is the Aventon Pace 500.3 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 Pace 500.3?
At 52 lb with battery (about 45 lb without it) and 2.1" tires, 23 of 23 hitch racks we track can carry it (some only with the battery removed).
| Kuat Piston ION 2-bike | 100 lb/bike | Fits |
| 1UP USA Super Duty Double | 100 lb/bike | Fits |
| Saris MHS 2 Bike Package | 100 lb/bike | Fits |
| Aventon Hitch Rack Pro | 85 lb/bike | Fits |
| Yakima OnRamp LX | 80 lb/bike | Fits |
| Hollywood Racks Sport Rider for Electric Bikes | 80 lb/bike | Fits |
| Hollywood Racks RV Rider E-Bike Rack | 80 lb/bike | Fits |
| Aventon Hitch Rack | 77 lb/bike | Fits |
| Thule Epos 2-bike | 75 lb/bike | Fits |
| Yakima StageTwo | 70 lb/bike | Fits |
| Hollywood Racks Destination E | 70 lb/bike | Fits |
| Allen Sports High Capacity Locking Premier for Electric Bikes | 70 lb/bike | Fits |
| Kuat Piston Pro X 2-bike | 67 lb/bike | Fits |
| Yakima OnRamp | 66 lb/bike | Fits |
| Thule EasyFold XT 2 | 65 lb/bike | Fits |
| 1UP USA Heavy Duty Double | 65 lb/bike | Fits |
| Thule T2 Pro XTR 2-bike | 60 lb/bike | Fits |
| Kuat NV 2.0 2-bike | 60 lb/bike | Fits |
| Kuat NV Base 2.0 2-bike | 60 lb/bike | Fits |
| Saris Door County 2-Bike Motorized | 60 lb/bike | Fits |
| Saris SuperClamp G4 2-Bike | 60 lb/bike | Fits |
| Hollywood Racks Sport Rider SE2 | 50 lb/bike | Fits with battery removed |
| Saris Freedom G2 2-Bike | 45 lb/bike | Fits with battery removed |
