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Turbo Tero 3.0 Step-Through
A 29″ aluminum frame hardtail crosscountry e-bike with mid-range components.
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Mentioned in Specialized Turbo eMTB Lineup 2023
Manufacturer Price
$1,999| Weight | 51.1 lbs |
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| Frame | Aluminum |
| Suspension | Hardtail, 110mm |
| Fork | Suntour XCM |
| Wheels | 29″ Aluminum |
| Drivetrain | 1 × 9 |
| Groupset | Alivio |
| Motor | Specialized 250W 50Nm mid-drive |
| Battery | Specialized 530Wh |
| Brakes | Shimano Hydraulic Disc |
Based on build material and quality level of the frame, fork, wheelset, groupset, suspension system, and more.
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View Comparison5'2" – 5'8"
5'6" – 5'11"
5'10" – 6'3"
6'1" – 6'7"
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Summary
The Specialized Turbo Tero is a versatile cross-country e-bike designed for a variety of terrains, from urban commuting to light trails. It features smooth power delivery, intuitive handling, and a comfortable ride, supported by features like a dropper seatpost and customizable motor settings. However, some models may have compromises in suspension performance, gearing, and weight, affecting agility and efficiency.
Versatile for multiple terrains and uses
Smooth and intuitive handling
Comfortable ride with good power delivery
High-quality build and attention to detail
Customizable features via app and display
Heavy and not nimble on narrow trails
Suspension can feel crude or lack comfort
Gearing range may not match motor requirements
Motor noise and sluggish power delivery in some models
Expensive and has some design compromises
The ride feel is smooth, easy and intuitive, inspiring confidence.
BikeRadarWe see it more as a trekking bike that can handle moderate off-road terrain when necessary.
DowntownIt’s one of the best ebikes I’ve tested.
Electric Bike ReviewIt's very much a jack of all trades.The Gear Loop
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Jun 2023 · Justin Taylor
Want one bike that will both get you to work in the city and let you hit the local singletrack on the weekend? When the Specialized Turbo Tero X 5.0 showed up at the office for review, we found ourselves asking: how are we going to handle this bike? At first glance, it’s an obvious
Extremely versatile: can be ridden as a Class 3 commuter, for bike packing adventures, AND on XC single track
Natural riding experience, thanks to the custom-tuned Specialized 2.0 motor
Very comfortable as a commuter, and comes set up with fenders + mounting options for a wide array of additional commuting/bike packing accessories
Handles well on cross country single track trails – better than we expected and we didn’t even take off the fenders
Great app performance with the Mission Control app and Mastermind TCD controller
Great range: we got 73.75 miles on ECO, averaging around 14.3 mph.
You can choose the power/components you want across the various Tero X models
As with the Turbo Vado, the magnetic charger is a little hard to seat when you go to charge the bike
The fenders rattled just a little bit on the XC trails – it would be nice to have a way to easily remove the fenders
Mar 2023
Price: $6500.00 | Model Year: 2023 | A premium full suspension SUV electric mountain bike that blends commuting with cross country, trail, and high-speed performance. includes outstanding custom fenders, rear rack, a 1,000 lumen headlight, and brake sensitive rear light. Available in four frame sizes, two colors, and three trim levels (4.0, 5.0, 6.0). Mullet wheel setup with 29
A premium full suspension SUV electric mountain bike that blends commuting with cross country, trail, and high-speed performance. includes outstanding custom fenders, rear rack, a 1,000 lumen headlight, and brake sensitive rear light. Available in four frame sizes, two colors, and three trim levels (4.0, 5.0, 6.0). Mullet wheel setup with 29" front and 27.5" rear.
Excellent weight distribution and electronics integration, IPX6 water and dust rated. Lightweight, smooth, responsive Brose motor (custom made Specialized 2.2 Class 3 mid-drive offering 28mph top speed). Peak torque rating of 90nm, highly tunable motor performance with Mission Control smartphone app. Internally routed cables stay out of the way and look great.
Outstanding battery pack shape and mounting design, there's no need for a separate cover that adds weight and complexity, removal feels safe despite exiting downwards from the downtube. Magnetic charging interface is convenient and durable, fast 4 amp charger is compact and capable. TCD2 MasterMind color display is customizable, dimmable, has USB C charge port.
Above-average air suspension, 130mm RockShox Lyric Select+ fork and 120mm RockShox Deluxe Select+ rear offering compression and rebound adjust. Dropper seat post makes the bike approachable and Body Geometry touch points feel great (to me). Pointy kickstand can sink into soft terrain, long front fender may clip obstacles, relatively high price. Great dealer network.
Feb 2023 · Ron Frazelle
California's Specialized Bicycles has released a new All-terrain eBike in the Turbo Tero X with a big range and appetite for adventure.
Feb 2023 · Knut Nes
Great news! The new Specialized Tero X is not a bike full of the latest innovation costing €18.000! No, this is a much cheaper bike that only comes with an aluminium frame. Check out the video to hear me talk about the bike, or keep reading...
Sep 2022 · Mick Kirkman
The cheapest way to buy into Specialized’s e-MTB line-up
Handling is neutral
Immediately easy to ride and steer
Gearing range doesn t match the motor requirements for a faster cadence to operate properly
Jun 2022
We take top-end, all-terrain Specialized eBike for a spin
Nov 2021 · Guy Kesteven
Specialized’s new Turbo Tero 3.0 is practical for shopping and the school run but will handle gentle singletrack too
MasterMind functionality is genuinely genius
Full Mission Control tuneability
Quiet, smooth mid-power motor
Good value componentry
Decent battery range
Fast on- or off-bike charging
Lockable battery and motor
Cargo, trailer and fender fixtures
Confident steering feel
Quality fast all-rounder tires
Limited gear range
Undamped fork limits control off-road
Harsh frame
| Frame | E5 Aluminum, bottom bracket motor mount, fully integrated &lockable downtube battery, internal cable routing, lock and front rack mount Colors: White Mountains / Gunmetal; Oak Green Metallic / Smoke |
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| Fork | SR Suntour XCM32, 110mm travel, lockout Travel: 110mm Spring Type: Coil |
| Stem | Stout 3D-forged alloy, 31.8mm, 6-degree rise |
| Handlebar | Specialized Trail, 6061 alloy, 8-degree backsweep, 6-degree upsweep, 27mm rise, 31.8mm clamp, S 720mm, M-XL 750mm |
| Saddle | Bridge Sport, Steel rails, 155mm |
| Seatpost | Specialized, 6061 alloy, 2-bolt clamp, 0mm setback, 30.9mm Type: Rigid |
| Pedals | Specialized, platform |
| Grips | Specialized Trail Grips |
| Rear Derailleur | Shimano Alivio, SGS, 9-speed |
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| Crank | Custom alloy forged crankarms, 40 Teeth with Chain Retention Technology |
| Shifters | Shimano Alivio, 9-speed w/ Optical Gear Display |
| Cassette | Shimano CS-HG400, 9-speed, 11-36t |
| Chain | KMC e9T, 9-speed w/ Missing Link™ |
| Brakes | Front: Shimano BR-MT200, hydraulic disc, 180mm, Rear: Shimano BR-MT200, hydraulic disc, 180mm Type: Shimano Hydraulic Disc |
| Rims | Stout XC 29, 25mm internal width, disc-specific |
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| Spokes | DT Swiss Industry |
| Front Hub | Shimano MT400, Centerlock, 15x100mm, 32h |
| Rear Hub | Shimano MT400-B, Centerlock, 12x148 Boost, 32h |
| Tires | Front: Ground Control, 2Bliss Ready, 29x2.35", Rear: Ground Control, 2Bliss Ready, 29x2.35" |
| Motor | Specialized 2.0E, 50Nm torque, custom tuned motor, 250W nominal |
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| Battery | Specialized U2-530, alloy casing, state of charge display, 530Wh |
| Remote | MasterMind TCD, w/handlebar remote, built-in anti-theft feature, Bluetooth® connectivity, customizable display pages |
| Display | MasterMind TCD, w/handlebar remote, built-in anti-theft feature, Bluetooth® connectivity, customizable display pages |
| Charger | Custom charger, 42V4A w/ Rosenberger plug, 100-240V |
| Lock | Turbo System Lock |
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| Bell | Simple bell |
First added April 27
Last updated June 20