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VMAX VX5 Pro GT vs VMAX VX2 Lite
The VMAX VX2 Lite has the longer estimated range — 20 miles against 15 — because it carries 499 Wh to the VMAX VX5 Pro GT’s 374. The VMAX VX5 Pro GT is the lighter of the two at 36.8 lb, which puts it in the curb lift class. Everything else is below.
| Estimated range | 15 mi | 20 mi |
|---|---|---|
| Claimed range | 25 mi (1.7x the estimate) | 31 mi (1.6x the estimate) |
| Tested range | 19.7 mi | — |
| Top speed | 17 mph | 25 mph |
| Motor | Single motor, 400 W (840 W peak) | Single motor, 500 W (1,400 W peak) |
| Battery | 374 Wh at 36 V | 499 Wh at 48 V |
| Wh per dollar | 0.58 Wh/$ | 0.62 Wh/$ |
| Wh per pound | 10 Wh/lb | 10 Wh/lb |
| Weight | 36.8 lb — curb lift | 48.3 lb — curb lift |
| Max rider weight | 265 lb | 287 lb |
| Rated grade | 25% | 28% |
| Tires | 9" tubeless | 10" tubeless |
| Suspension | None | Dual |
| Brakes | Front drum with regenerative rear | Front drum with regenerative rear |
| IP rating | IPX6 | IPX6 |
| Charge time | 5 h | 5 h |
| Folded size | 43.7 x 22 x 18.5 in | Folds |
| Lights | Headlight, taillight, turn signals | Headlight, taillight, turn signals |
| App | Yes | Yes |
| Cruise control | Yes | Yes |
| Approx. price | ~$649 | ~$799 |
| Released | 2024 | 2026 |
VMAX VX5 Pro GT: the case against
- No suspension, on small 9-inch wheels
- 17 mph is slow for a commuter; only the Gotrax GXL V2 here is slower
- Front drum plus regen only
VMAX VX2 Lite: the case against
- Base 499 Wh pack is modest: expect around 20 miles in regular riding
- Front drum with rear regen only, no mechanical rear brake
- 48.3 lb is not a casual carry
- The 874 Wh pack takes 9 hours to charge, against 5 for the base pack