Aventon · Commuter & cruiser
Aventon Soltera 2.5: real range, hills and charging
A 180 lb rider on the Aventon Soltera 2.5 at 16 mph with relaxed pedaling over rolling hills (±2%) on pavement can expect about 24 miles per charge (19–29 mi), using 12.8 Wh per mile. The brand claims up to 46 miles. That is about 53% of the claim. On throttle only over hills it drops to about 16 miles.
346
Wh battery
350
W motor
20
mph max
Price checked 2026-10-20. We may earn a commission.
How far does the Aventon Soltera 2.5 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 46 miles (165 lb rider, paved flat road, eco mode, default ride tune settings).
| Rider weight | Easy 12 mph | Everyday 16 mph | Fast 20 mph | Throttle, hills |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 150 lb | 47 mi (37–56) | 26 mi (21–32) | 18 mi (14–21) | 17 mi (14–21) |
| 200 lb | 42 mi (33–50) | 23 mi (18–28) | 17 mi (13–20) | 15 mi (12–18) |
| 250 lb | 38 mi (30–45) | 20 mi (16–25) | 16 mi (13–19) | 13 mi (10–16) |
| 300 lb | 34 mi (27–41) | 18 mi (15–22) | 15 mi (12–19) | 11 mi (9–14) |
- 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
Can the Aventon Soltera 2.5 climb hills?
Highest steady speed on each grade, motor at its 540 W peak, limited by its 45 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 | 13 mph | 7 mph | stalls |
| 180 lb, pedaling | 15 mph | 9 mph | 6 mph |
| 250 lb, throttle | 11 mph | stalls | stalls |
| 250 lb, pedaling | 13 mph | 7 mph | 4 mph |
Steepest grade at 8 mph (180 lb): 9% on throttle, 11% with moderate pedaling. Peak power lasts for short hills; on long climbs motors fall back toward their 350 W nominal rating.
Charging time and cost
Empty to full (2 A)
4 h 30 min
With a 5 A charger
2 h 24 min
Cost per full charge
$0.07
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
24
mi · 100% cap.
50°F
23
mi · 94% cap.
32°F
20
mi · 85% cap.
20°F
18
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 Soltera 2.5
Aventon Soltera 2.5 specs
From the Aventon product page, checked 2026-10-20. est. marks values Aventon doesn't confirm.
- Price
- $1,199
- Class
- Class 2, throttle
- Top assisted speed
- 20 mph
- Battery
- 346 Wh (36 V × 9.6 Ah), removable
- Motor
- 350 W nominal, 540 W peak, rear hub
- Torque
- 45 Nm
- Pedal sensor
- Torque
- Claimed range
- Up to 46 mi (165 lb rider, paved flat road, Eco mode, default Ride Tune settings)
- Weight
- 46 lb with battery
- Max load
- 300 lb rider + cargo
- Wheels & tires
- 28" × 1.5"
- Frame
- Step-over 700c (6061 double-butted aluminum), 7-speed
- Charger
- 2 A
- Safety certification
- UL 2849 + UL 2271 (UL/TUV)
Common questions
What is the weight limit of the Aventon Soltera 2.5?
Aventon rates the Soltera 2.5 for 300 lb total (rider plus cargo). At 300 lb it still goes about 18 miles in everyday riding.
Can the Aventon Soltera 2.5 climb steep hills?
On throttle alone, with a 180 lb rider, it can hold 8 mph up a grade of about 9% (our estimate from its 540 W peak power and 45 Nm). With moderate pedaling, about 11%. On a 10% hill it holds about 7 mph on throttle.
How long does the Aventon Soltera 2.5 take to charge?
About 4 h 30 min from empty with the 2 A charger, or about 2 h 24 min with a 5 A fast charger. A full charge costs about $0.07 at the US average of 18.31¢/kWh, or 0.28¢ per mile.
Is the Aventon Soltera 2.5 a Class 2 or Class 3 e-bike?
Aventon lists it as Class 2, with a top assisted speed of 20 mph and a throttle.
Which hitch racks fit the Soltera 2.5?
At 46 lb with battery (about 42 lb without it) and 1.5" 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 |
| Saris Freedom G2 2-Bike | 45 lb/bike | Fits with battery removed |
