Catrike 5.5.9 eCAT vs Catrike Trail eCAT5.5.9 eCAT vs Trail eCAT
Both checked Sep 2026 against manufacturer pages
Key differences
What actually differs
Both fold, both one rider.
Weight
Catrike is 0 lb lighter
Catrike
56.5 lb
Catrike
56.2 lb
Folded size
Catrike folds smaller
Catrike
25.5 cu ft
Catrike
17.8 cu ft
46 × 32.5 × 29.5″ vs 43 × 32.5 × 22″
Verdict
Which one for you
- Easiest to lift or carryCatrike Trail eCAT0 lb lighter overall.
- Smallest storage spaceCatrike Trail eCATFolds about 7.7 cu ft smaller.
Full specs
Side by side
SpecCatrike 5.5.9 eCATCatrike Trail eCAT
Fit
Rider height
X-seam 39-46 in (99-117 cm)
X-seam 39/46 in (99/117 cm)
Seat height
11 in (279 mm)
9 in (229 mm)
Rider limit
275 lb
275 lb
Seats
1 rider
1 rider
Motor
Torque
50 Nm
50 Nm
Battery
Capacity
400 Wh
400 Wh
Range and speed
Claimed range
up to 62 miles (maximum)
up to 62 miles (maximum)
Top speed
20 mph
20 mph
E-bike class
Class 1
Class 1
Size and folding
Folds
Yes
Yes
Folded size
46 × 32.5 × 29.5″
43 × 32.5 × 22″Better
Weight
56.5 lb
56.2 lbBetter
Wheels
Front: 406 (ISO bead seat); Rear: 559 (ISO)
Front: 406 (ISO bead seat); Rear: 406 (ISO)
Brakes and drivetrain
Brakes
Avid BB7 Disc Brakes
Avid BB7 Disc Brakes
Parking brake
Yes
Yes
Gears
1 x 11 drivetrain (11-42 cassette / 44 tooth chainring); SRAM Apex 11 Speed rear…
1 x 11 drivetrain (11-42 cassette / 44 tooth chainring); SRAM Apex 11 Speed rear…
Comfort and safety
Suspension
Front 0.5 in (12.7 mm) / rear 2 in (50 mm) suspension travel
Not published by brand
Certifications
UL 2849
UL 2849
List price
Price
$7,450
$7,050Better
"Better" marks the stronger figure where one clearly exists. Range and battery claims are the brand's own. "~" means we calculated it. "—" means we haven't checked it yet. Sources and any conflicting figures are on each model page.