Specialized Turbo Vado 5.0 IGH Step-Through 2026
Class 3 E-Bike, 61 lbs, 250W 90Nm mid mid-drive, 710Wh (50V × 14.2Ah) battery, Shimano CUES BL-U8000 hydraulic disc, aluminum step-through frame, 80mm air fork, 29"/27.5"×2.3" Specialized Pathfinder Sport hybrid tires, suspension seatpost
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Specialized Turbo Vado 5.0 IGH Step-Through 2026
Performance Overview
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How this e-bike compares to similar models across the areas shown. The strengths and weaknesses below are where it stands out most, for better or worse.
Specifications
Category
| Category | Hybrid |
Motor & Assistance
| Motor Type | Mid-Drive |
| Motor Position | Mid |
Nominal Power | 250 W |
| Torque | 90 Nm |
| Sensor Type | Both |
| Assist Levels | 4 |
Speed & Class
| E-Bike Class | Class 3 |
| Top Assist Speed | 28 mph |
| Throttle | No |
Battery & Range
Battery Capacity | 710 Wh |
| Voltage | 50 V |
| Amp Hours | 14.2 Ah |
| Battery Position | Downtube |
| Removable Battery | Yes |
Frame & Fit
| Frame Material | Aluminum |
| Frame Style | Step-Through |
| Sizes Available | S, M, L, XL |
| Weight | 61 lbs |
| Rack Capacity | 60 lbs |
Suspension
| Front Suspension | Air |
| Front Travel | 80 mm |
| Rear Suspension | None |
| Seatpost Suspension | Yes |
Drivetrain
| Drive System | Belt |
| Shifter | Twist |
| Derailleur | Enviolo Automatiq |
Brakes
| Brake Type | Hydraulic Disc |
| Brake Brand | Shimano |
Wheels & Tires
| Wheel Size | 29 " |
| Wheel Size (Rear) | 27.5 " |
| Tire Width | 2.3 " |
| Tire Type | Hybrid |
| Puncture Protection | Yes |
Components & Tech
| Display | LCD |
| Connectivity | Bluetooth |
| App Compatible | Yes |
Features & Safety
| Integrated Lights | Yes |
| Fenders | Yes |
| Rear Rack | Yes |
| Front Rack | No |
| Kickstand | Yes |
| Chain Guard | No |
| Walk Assist | No |
| Alarm | No |
| USB Charging | No |
| Bottle Cage Mount | No |
| IP Rating | Unknown |
| Certifications | CE |
| Special Features | Motor Lock, Internal Cable Routing, Smartphone Integration, Thru-Axle, Belt Drive, Gates Belt Drive |
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Specialized Turbo Vado 5.0 IGH Step-Through 2026