Aventon · Commuter & cruiser
Aventon Soltera 3 ADV: real range, hills and charging
A 180 lb rider on the Aventon Soltera 3 ADV at 16 mph with relaxed pedaling over rolling hills (±2%) on pavement can expect about 26 miles per charge (21–32 mi), using 12.5 Wh per mile. The brand claims up to 70 miles. That is about 38% of the claim. At full assist with almost no pedaling over hills it drops to about 17 miles.
367
Wh battery
250
W motor
20
mph max
Price checked 2026-10-20. We may earn a commission.
How far does the Aventon Soltera 3 ADV 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 (165 lb rider, paved flat road, eco mode, default ride tune settings).
| Rider weight | Easy 12 mph | Everyday 16 mph | Fast 20 mph | Full assist, hills |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 150 lb | 50 mi (40–61) | 29 mi (23–34) | 19 mi (15–23) | 19 mi (15–23) |
| 200 lb | 45 mi (36–54) | 25 mi (20–30) | 18 mi (14–22) | 16 mi (13–19) |
| 250 lb | 41 mi (32–49) | 22 mi (18–27) | 17 mi (14–21) | 14 mi (11–17) |
| 300 lb | 37 mi (30–44) | 20 mi (16–24) | 17 mi (13–20) | 12 mi (10–15) |
- 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 3 ADV climb hills?
Highest steady speed on each grade, motor at an estimated 400 W peak, limited by its 40 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, full assist | 11 mph | 6 mph | stalls |
| 180 lb, pedaling | 13 mph | 7 mph | 5 mph |
| 250 lb, full assist | 9 mph | stalls | stalls |
| 250 lb, pedaling | 11 mph | 6 mph | 4 mph |
Steepest grade at 8 mph (180 lb): 7% on throttle, 9% with moderate pedaling. Peak power lasts for short hills; on long climbs motors fall back toward their 250 W nominal rating.
Charging time and cost
Empty to full (4 A)
2 h 51 min
Charger
4 A
Cost per full charge
$0.08
Cost per mile
0.27¢
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
26
mi · 100% cap.
50°F
24
mi · 94% cap.
32°F
22
mi · 85% cap.
20°F
19
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 3 ADV
Aventon Soltera 3 ADV specs
From the Aventon product page, checked 2026-10-20. est. marks values Aventon doesn't confirm.
- Price
- $1,499
Source note
Some size/color variants sold out
- Class
- Class 1, no throttle
- Top assisted speed
- 20 mph
- Battery
- 367 Wh (36.9 V × 9.94 Ah)
- Motor
- 250 W nominal, rear hub
- Torque
- 40 Nm
- Pedal sensor
- Torque
- Claimed range
- Up to 70 mi (165 lb rider, paved flat road, Eco mode, default Ride Tune settings)
- Weight
- 37 lb with battery
- Max load
- 300 lb rider + cargo
- Wheels & tires
- 28" × 1.5"
- Frame
- Step-over 700c (6061 double-butted aluminum), rigid fork, single-speed Gates belt drive; integrated (non-removable) battery
- Charger
- 4 A
- Safety certification
- TUV certified (standard not named)
Common questions
What is the weight limit of the Aventon Soltera 3 ADV?
Aventon rates the Soltera 3 ADV for 300 lb total (rider plus cargo). At 300 lb it still goes about 20 miles in everyday riding.
Can the Aventon Soltera 3 ADV climb steep hills?
On throttle alone, with a 180 lb rider, it can hold 8 mph up a grade of about 7% (our estimate from its 400 W estimated peak power and 40 Nm). With moderate pedaling, about 9%. On a 10% hill it holds about 6 mph on throttle.
How long does the Aventon Soltera 3 ADV take to charge?
About 2 h 51 min from empty with the 4 A charger. A full charge costs about $0.08 at the US average of 18.31¢/kWh, or 0.27¢ per mile.
Is the Aventon Soltera 3 ADV a Class 2 or Class 3 e-bike?
Aventon lists it as Class 1, with a top assisted speed of 20 mph and no throttle.
Which hitch racks fit the Soltera 3 ADV?
At 37 lb with battery and 1.5" tires, 23 of 23 hitch racks we track can carry it.
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