Gazelle Ultimate C380 review

The Ultimate C380 is the long-term commuter on this list. Gazelle builds it in the Netherlands around a Bosch Performance Line mid-drive and a 540Wh Bosch battery, and publishes range by mode: up to 75 miles in Eco, 45 in Tour, 35 in Auto and 30 in Turbo. The drivetrain is the reason to pay more: an Enviolo stepless hub with a Gates CDC belt has no derailleur to adjust and no chain to oil. The bike arrives fully equipped with an SR Suntour NVX32 air fork, suspension seatpost, Shimano hydraulic disc brakes, a Bosch Kiox 300 color display, battery-powered lights, an aluminum rack, a frame lock and a chaincase. Gazelle backs the frame for 10 years. The costs are clear, though: $4,499 when we checked, the highest price here, 61.7 lbs without the battery and a 20 mph assist limit. For a first e-bike that is a big commitment, but it suits riders who will ride every day.

Who it is for

Year-round commuters who want a low-maintenance drivetrain and plan to keep one bike for many years.

Price

$4,499 at the Gazelle US store when checked.

$4,499 Shop stock: First, configure your bike
Quoted from the vendor pricing page on November 10, 2026.

Key features

• Bosch Performance Line mid-drive motor on the Bosch Smart System
• 540Wh Bosch battery rated up to 75 miles in Eco, 30 miles in Turbo
• Enviolo stepless hub with a Gates CDC belt drive
• SR Suntour NVX32 air fork and suspension seatpost
• Bosch Kiox 300 display, integrated lights, rack and frame lock

Strengths and weaknesses

• Strength: Belt and stepless hub need little maintenance
• Strength: 10-year frame warranty
• Strength: Full commuter equipment including lock, rack and chaincase
• Weakness: The most expensive bike on this list
• Weakness: 61.7 lbs without the battery
• Weakness: Class 1 top speed of 20 mph

Key facts

• Price: $4,499
• Range: Up to 75 miles in Eco, 30 miles in Turbo
• Weight: 61.7 lbs excluding battery
• Battery: 540Wh Bosch
• Top speed: 20 mph

Where it ranks

Gazelle Ultimate C380 is No. 8 in our Best Electric Bikes verdict.