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Trek Verve+ 2 Lowstep: real range, hills and charging
A 180 lb rider on the Trek Verve+ 2 Lowstep at 16 mph with relaxed pedaling over rolling hills (±2%) on pavement can expect about 27 miles per charge (21–32 mi), using 13.5 Wh per mile. The brand claims up to 50 miles. That is about 54% of the claim. At full assist with almost no pedaling over hills it drops to about 17 miles.
$3,150
400
Wh battery
250
W motor
20
mph max
Price checked 2026-10-20. We may earn a commission.
How far does the Trek Verve+ 2 Lowstep 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. Trek claims up to 50 miles ('up to 50 mi'; no conditions stated (trek points to bosch range calculator)).
| Rider weight | Easy 12 mph | Everyday 16 mph | Fast 20 mph | Full assist, hills |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 150 lb | 52 mi (41–62) | 29 mi (23–35) | 19 mi (16–23) | 19 mi (15–23) |
| 200 lb | 46 mi (37–55) | 25 mi (20–30) | 19 mi (15–22) | 16 mi (13–19) |
| 250 lbover max load | 42 mi (33–50) | 23 mi (18–27) | 18 mi (14–21) | 14 mi (11–17) |
| 300 lbover max load | 38 mi (30–46) | 20 mi (16–24) | 17 mi (14–21) | 13 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 Trek Verve+ 2 Lowstep climb hills?
Highest steady speed on each grade, motor at its 600 W peak. A 10% grade is a steep city street; 15% is a hard hill.
| Rider | 5% grade | 10% grade | 15% grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| 180 lb, full assist | 14 mph | 9 mph | 6 mph |
| 180 lb, pedaling | 16 mph | 10 mph | 7 mph |
| 250 lb, full assist | 12 mph | 7 mph | 5 mph |
| 250 lb, pedaling | 13 mph | 8 mph | 6 mph |
Steepest grade at 8 mph (180 lb): 11% on throttle, 13% 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 (2 A)
5 h 3 min
With a 5 A charger
2 h 37 min
Cost per full charge
$0.09
Cost per mile
0.29¢
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
27
mi · 100% cap.
50°F
25
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 Verve+ 2 Lowstep
Trek Verve+ 2 Lowstep specs
From the Trek product page, checked 2026-10-20. est. marks values Trek doesn't confirm.
- Price
- $2,400 (list $3,150)
Source note
Closeout price; not purchasable online (dealer only) trekbikes.com
- Class
- Class 1, no throttle
- Top assisted speed
- 20 mph
- Battery
- 400 Wh (36 V), removable, dual-battery option
Source note
Volts not stated (Bosch 36 V)
- Motor
- 250 W nominal, 600 W peak, mid-drive
- Torque
- 50 Nm
- Pedal sensor
- Torque
- Claimed range
- Up to 50 mi ('Up to 50 mi'; no conditions stated (Trek points to Bosch range calculator))
- Weight
- 51.8 lb with battery
Source note
Size M, 23.50 kg
- Max load
- 248 lb rider + cargo
Source note
Derived: 300 lb max total weight (bike + rider + cargo) minus 51.8 lb bike; rear rack 60 lb
- Wheels & tires
- 27.5" × 2"
- Frame
- Aluminum lowstep, rigid fork, suspension seatpost (Bosch Smart System, Purion 200; optional PowerMore range extender)
- Charger
- Not published (we assume 2 A) est.
Source note
Charger amperage not stated
- Safety certification
- UL 2849
Common questions
What is the weight limit of the Trek Verve+ 2 Lowstep?
Trek rates the Verve+ 2 Lowstep for 248 lb total (rider plus cargo). At 200 lb it still goes about 25 miles in everyday riding.
Can the Trek Verve+ 2 Lowstep climb steep hills?
On throttle alone, with a 180 lb rider, it can hold 8 mph up a grade of about 11% (our estimate from its 600 W peak power). With moderate pedaling, about 13%. On a 10% hill it holds about 9 mph on throttle.
How long does the Trek Verve+ 2 Lowstep take to charge?
About 5 h 3 min from empty with the 2 A charger, or about 2 h 37 min with a 5 A fast charger. A full charge costs about $0.09 at the US average of 18.31¢/kWh, or 0.29¢ per mile.
Is the Trek Verve+ 2 Lowstep a Class 2 or Class 3 e-bike?
Trek lists it as Class 1, with a top assisted speed of 20 mph and no throttle.
Which hitch racks fit the Verve+ 2 Lowstep?
At 51.8 lb with battery (about 47 lb without it) and 2" tires, 22 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 |
Doesn't fit: Saris Freedom G2 2-Bike (too heavy).
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