Engwe L20 3.0 Boost vs Himiway C5 Ultra
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Folding step-through with 75Nm torque, dual suspension and 1h45m fast charge
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£1,049
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Moped-style full-suspension with 86Nm hub motor, 960Wh LG battery and up to 128km range
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Which should you choose?
Choose the Engwe L20 3.0 Boost if…
…it costs less (£1,250 cheaper) and is lighter (6.7 kg lighter).
Choose the Himiway C5 Ultra if…
…it has more torque (+11 Nm) and carries a bigger battery (+312 Wh).
Based only on the measured differences below — manufacturer-published figures, not independently tested.
At a glance
Engwe L20 3.0 Boost
Folding step-through with 75Nm torque, dual suspension and 1h45m fast charge
Himiway C5 Ultra
Moped-style full-suspension with 86Nm hub motor, 960Wh LG battery and up to 128km range
| Spec | Engwe L20 3.0 Boost | Himiway C5 Ultra |
|---|---|---|
| Best UK price | £1,049 £1,250 cheaper | £2,299 |
| RRP | £1,299 | £2,299 |
| Delivery | Delivery: Free (UK) | Delivery: Free (UK) |
| Availability at last check | In stock at last check — 2 Oct 2026 | In stock at last check — 2 Oct 2026 |
| Motor brand & type | Engwe Hub | Himiway Hub |
| Motor torque | 75 Nm | 86 Nm +11 Nm |
| Battery capacity | 648 Wh | 960 Wh +312 Wh |
| Voltage · amp-hours | 48 V · 13.5 Ah | 48 V · 20 Ah |
| Total weight | 33.2 kg 6.7 kg lighter | 39.9 kg |
| Frame type | Step Through | Step Through |
| Release | 18 March 2025 — 1 year, 6 months on market | March 2024 — 2 years, 7 months on market |
| Tyre size | 20 x 3.0 | Kenda x Himiway 20" x 4.0" |
| Gears | Shimano 7-speed Tourney | Shimano Altus M310 7-speed |
| Brakes | Hydraulic disc 180mm | Tektro hydraulic disc, 180mm rotors front and rear |
| Frame material | Aluminium alloy (step-through, foldable) | 6061 aluminium |
| Rider height | 155–190 cm | 162-190 cm (5'4"-6'3") |
| Max load | 150 kg | 150 kg (330 lb) max system weight |
| Top speed | 25 km/h | 25 km/h (15.5 mph) |
| Range | Up to 135 km | 96-128 km (60-80 miles) |
| Colours | Black, Champagne | Ink Gray, White, Bluish Gray |
| Battery | — | LG 48V 20Ah (960Wh) |
| Suspension | — | KKE R150S coil spring fork, 140mm travel + EXA A5-RE 180x47mm rear shock |
| Display | — | Himiway C2 LCD |
| Sensors | — | Torque sensor, speed sensor, brake sensor |
| Charger | — | 3.0A smart charger |
| Folding | Yes | No |
| Mobile app | Yes | No |
| Brake lights | Yes | No |
| Auto lights | Yes | No |
| Rear rack | Yes | No |
| Fat tyres | No | Yes |
| Higher-speed modes for permitted use | Yes | No |
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Frequently asked questions
Which has more torque, Engwe L20 3.0 Boost or Himiway C5 Ultra?
The Himiway C5 Ultra has more torque at 86 Nm, compared to 75 Nm on the Engwe L20 3.0 Boost.
Which has the bigger battery, Engwe L20 3.0 Boost or Himiway C5 Ultra?
The Himiway C5 Ultra has a larger battery at 960 Wh, versus 648 Wh on the Engwe L20 3.0 Boost.
Which is lighter, Engwe L20 3.0 Boost or Himiway C5 Ultra?
The Engwe L20 3.0 Boost is lighter at 33.2 kg, compared to 39.9 kg on the Himiway C5 Ultra.
Which is cheaper, Engwe L20 3.0 Boost or Himiway C5 Ultra?
The Engwe L20 3.0 Boost is cheaper at £1,049, compared to £2,299 for the Himiway C5 Ultra.
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