ALL Electric Commuter · Not tested by Will
Marin Sausalito E1: specs and how it compares
Not tested. Will hasn't ridden this bike. Specs come from Marin's own site, written in our words, and each one is linked below. For bikes he has tested, see the reviews.
Class: Marin lists Class 1 (20 mph) for North America. The Bosch system is pedal assist only. E-bike laws by state
$3,499
Price as of Oct 26, 2026 on Marin's site. S, M and L available; XL sold out on 2026-10-26.
Our take
The Sausalito E1 is a quiet, bike-shop-backed commuter built around Bosch's smaller Active Line Plus motor. It comes with fenders and lights. It's pedal assist only, and 50 Nm is mild for steep hills. Weight and payload aren't listed. At $3,499 you're paying for Bosch reliability and dealer support more than raw power.
Closest bike Will has tested
Velotric Discover 2
Will reviewed it: a hub-motor commuter he filmed.
Read Will's reviewSpecs
| E-bike class | Class 1 (20 mph) |
|---|---|
| Motor | Bosch Active Line Plus mid-drive, 250W, 50 Nm |
| Battery | 545 Wh Bosch PowerPack |
| Claimed range | 25 to 93 mi (maker's figure) |
| Weight | not listed |
| Max payload | not listed |
| Brakes | Tektro HD-M275 hydraulic discs, 180 mm rotors |
| Suspension | Rigid steel fork |
| Tires | WTB Horizon 650b x 47 mm |
| Gears | Shimano CUES 9-speed, 11-46T |
| Pedal sensor | Bosch torque sensing (built into the motor) |
| Rider height | Sizes S to XL; Marin offers a fit slider but lists no height range |
Marin lists Class 1 (20 mph) for North America. The Bosch system is pedal assist only. Check e-bike laws in your state.
Versions
- 2025.1 Sausalito E1 (Bosch Active+ INT): Maroon, S to XL
Compared with similar bikes
| Marin Sausalito E1not tested | Velotric Discover 2 | Aventon Level 3 | Mokwheel Asphalt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $3,499 | $1,499 | $1,699 | $1,499 |
| Motor | 250 W | 750 W | 500 W | 500 W |
| Torque | 50 Nm | 75 Nm | 60 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Battery | 545 Wh | 706 Wh | 733 Wh | 706 Wh |
| Weight | — | 63 lb | 67 lb | 64 lb |
| Payload | — | — | 300 lb | 350 lb |
| AEB Score | 4.1 (provisional) | 7.7 | 6.0 | 6.9 |
Specs for the other bikes come from their pages on this site; ones marked spec profile haven't been ridden by Will. Prices change, so check the review page for the latest.
What owners say
We haven't gathered enough owner reviews from sources we trust yet, so there's no summary for now.
Sources
- marinbikes.com, specs checked Oct 26, 2026
Page updated Oct 26, 2026.