Engwe L20 Boost vs Himiway D5 (Zebra)
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Step-through fat-tyre with 75Nm boost button, torque sensor, front suspension and 126km range
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£1,099
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All-terrain fat bike with 86Nm hub, 960Wh Samsung/LG battery and 26x4in Kenda tyres
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Which should you choose?
Choose the Engwe L20 Boost if…
…it costs less (£900 cheaper) and is lighter (1.8 kg lighter).
Choose the Himiway D5 (Zebra) if…
…it has more torque (+11 Nm) and carries a bigger battery (+336 Wh).
Based only on the measured differences below — manufacturer-published figures, not independently tested.
At a glance
Engwe L20 Boost
Step-through fat-tyre with 75Nm boost button, torque sensor, front suspension and 126km range
Himiway D5 (Zebra)
Sold in two sensor variants — torque or cadence — so check which one is in the basket; our record describes the torque version. Himiway's specification also lists a half-twist throttle, which needs separate type-approval to be road-legal in the UK.
| Spec | Engwe L20 Boost | Himiway D5 (Zebra) |
|---|---|---|
| Best UK price | £1,099 £900 cheaper | £1,999 |
| RRP | £1,099 | £1,999 |
| Delivery | Delivery: Free (UK) | Delivery: Free (UK) |
| Availability at last check | Out of stock at last check — 30 Sep 2026 | In stock at last check — 30 Sep 2026 |
| Motor brand & type | Engwe Hub | Himiway Hub |
| Motor torque | 75 Nm | 86 Nm +11 Nm |
| Battery capacity | 624 Wh | 960 Wh +336 Wh |
| Voltage · amp-hours | 48 V · 13 Ah | 48 V · 20 Ah |
| Total weight | 34 kg 1.8 kg lighter | 35.8 kg |
| Frame type | Step Through | High Step |
| Release | 1 August 2024 — 2 years, 1 month on market | July 2022 — 4 years, 2 months on market |
| Tyre size | 20 x 4.0 in fat tyres | Kenda 26" x 4.0" fat tyres |
| Gears | Shimano 7-speed | Shimano Altus M310 7-speed |
| Brakes | 160 mm front & rear mechanical disc | Tektro hydraulic disc, 180mm rotors front and rear |
| Max load | 120 kg (payload capacity) | 181 kg (400 lb) payload capacity |
| Top speed | 25 km/h (no throttle) | 25 km/h (15.5 mph) |
| Range | 126 km max (PAS) | 96-128 km (60-80 miles) |
| Colours | Wine Red, Sea Green, Onyx Black | Grey, Green, White, Skyline Blue |
| Rider height | 152-183 cm (5.0-6.0 ft) | — |
| Display | LCD colour display | LCD display |
| Front fork travel | 50 mm | — |
| Front basket capacity | 10 kg | — |
| Rear rack capacity | 25 kg | — |
| Battery | — | Samsung/LG 48V 20Ah (960Wh, removable) |
| Suspension | — | TRAMA FAT34-26-HLO fork, 95mm travel (front only) |
| Sensors | — | Torque sensor, speed sensor, brake sensor (sold in Torque or Cadence variants; base variant is Torque) |
| Charger | — | 3.0A smart charger |
| Included in delivery | — | Rear rack (free), protection fender kit, 16-in-1 repair tool, charger, manual |
| Frame material | — | 6061 aluminium |
| Hydraulic brakes | No | Yes |
| Front basket support | Yes | No |
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Frequently asked questions
Which has more torque, Engwe L20 Boost or Himiway D5 (Zebra)?
The Himiway D5 (Zebra) has more torque at 86 Nm, compared to 75 Nm on the Engwe L20 Boost.
Which has the bigger battery, Engwe L20 Boost or Himiway D5 (Zebra)?
The Himiway D5 (Zebra) has a larger battery at 960 Wh, versus 624 Wh on the Engwe L20 Boost.
Which is lighter, Engwe L20 Boost or Himiway D5 (Zebra)?
The Engwe L20 Boost is lighter at 34 kg, compared to 35.8 kg on the Himiway D5 (Zebra).
Which is cheaper, Engwe L20 Boost or Himiway D5 (Zebra)?
The Engwe L20 Boost is cheaper at £1,099, compared to £1,999 for the Himiway D5 (Zebra).
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