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Specialized Turbo Vado SL 4.0 EQ: specs and how it compares
Not tested. Will hasn't ridden this bike. Specs come from Specialized's own site, written in our words, and each one is linked below. For bikes he has tested, see the reviews.
Class: Specialized doesn't print a class. Assist runs to 28 mph (US), so it's Class 3 by speed only. Check local rules. E-bike laws by state
$3,999.99
Price as of Oct 26, 2026 on Specialized's site. Smoke / Black Reflective in XL only on 2026-10-26; ship-to-home not available, in-store pickup available.
Our take
The Vado SL 4.0 EQ is a light commuter at about 37 lb, built to feel like a normal bike with a gentle boost. Its 35 Nm motor and 320 Wh battery are modest, but Specialized claims long range in Eco and offers a range extender. It comes equipped with fenders, lights and a rack. At $3,999.99 you pay for the low weight and dealer support. The capture showed only an XL in this color.
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 3 (by top speed; brand doesn't list a class) |
|---|---|
| Motor | Specialized SL 1.1 mid-drive, 240W peak, 35 Nm |
| Battery | 320 Wh; optional range extender |
| Claimed range | Up to 80 mi in Eco; up to 120 mi with the range extender (maker's figures) |
| Weight | 36.6 lb (16.6 kg, size M) |
| Max payload | not listed (rear rack rated for 33 lb / 15 kg) |
| Brakes | Tektro HD-R290 hydraulic discs, 160 mm rotors |
| Suspension | Rigid aluminum fork |
| Tires | Nimbus II Sport Reflect 700 x 38 mm |
| Gears | SRAM NX 11-speed, 11-42T |
| Pedal sensor | not listed |
| Rider height | Sizes S to XL in the geometry table; rider heights not listed |
Specialized doesn't print a class. Assist runs to 28 mph (US), so it's Class 3 by speed only. Check local rules. Check e-bike laws in your state.
Versions
- Turbo Vado SL 4.0 EQ: Step-through EQ versions also listed
Compared with similar bikes
| Specialized Turbo Vado SL 4.0 EQnot tested | Velotric Discover 2 | Aventon Level 3 | Mokwheel Asphalt | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | $3,999.99 | $1,499 | $1,699 | $1,499 |
| Motor | 240 W | 750 W | 500 W | 500 W |
| Torque | 35 Nm | 75 Nm | 60 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Battery | 320 Wh | 706 Wh | 733 Wh | 706 Wh |
| Weight | 36.6 lb | 63 lb | 67 lb | 64 lb |
| Payload | — | — | 300 lb | 350 lb |
| AEB Score | 4.9 (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
- www.specialized.com, specs checked Oct 26, 2026
Page updated Oct 26, 2026.