commuter · Class 3
Specialized Turbo Vado SL 2 5.0 EQ
$4,299.99 list price. Specs checked against Specialized’s own page in October 2026.
A good fit for
- Steep hills: a mid-drive motor uses the bike’s gears to climb
- Carrying up stairs or onto a rack: 44.3 lb is light for an e-bike
- Everyday commuting: fenders and lights are included
Think twice if you need
- Anyone who wants to ride without pedaling: there is no throttle
- Paths that only allow Class 1 or 2 e-bikes
Full specs
| List price | $4,299.99 |
|---|---|
| Category | commuter |
| Frame | Step-over |
| E-bike class | Class 3 |
| Motor | Mid-drive |
| Torque | Not published |
| Battery | 520 Wh |
| Rated range | Not published |
| Weight with battery | 44.3 lb |
| Max load | Not published |
| Assisted top speed | 28 mph |
| Throttle | No |
| Wheels / tires | 28" × 1.85" |
| Brakes | hydraulic disc |
| Suspension | Not published |
| Fenders | Yes |
| Rack | Yes |
| Integrated lights | Yes |
| Rider height | Not published |
Note: Weight is the size-M figure from Specialized's spec sheet. SL 1.2 motor; Specialized publishes no wattage or torque for it on this page. Range is quoted only as 'up to 5 hours'. Rack (27 kg) and fenders. Regular price $4,299.99 (on sale for $3,299.99 in the category listing). 700x47c tires. No throttle is listed in the spec sheet. Rider height and total load limit are not published on the product page.
Sources: www.specialized.com/us/en/turbo-vado-sl-2-50-eq/p/4278244, www.specialized.com/us/en/shop/bikes/city-bikes. Spot an error? Tell us and we’ll fix it.
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