Commencal Meta Power SX 400 Essential
Pedal-assist, rated to 250W, assist cuts at 25 km/h. Declared by the brand; declaration not independently sighted.
Commencal Meta Power SX 400 Essential (2026) at a glance
The Commencal Meta Power SX 400 Essential is a lighter-assist full-suspension e-MTB (170mm rear travel, alloy 6066 frame, 29in front, 27.5in rear) with the Bosch Performance Line SX (55 Nm, 250W), a Bosch Compact PowerTube 400 battery, FOX 38 Performance E-Bike 170mm, FOX Float X Performance, SRAM Eagle 90 12-speed and TRP DH-R EVO Pro 4-piston. Commencal quotes 22kg for a size M. $6,900 on sale (was $9,800) including GST, sold direct by Commencal Australia.
The Commencal Meta Power SX 400 Essential is a lightweight emtb e-bike sold in Australia at $6,900 (price checked 2 Nov 2026). It pairs a Bosch Performance Line SX mid drive motor with 55Nm of torque, a 400Wh battery, 29in front, 27.5in rear wheels, and is listed at 22kg (Commencal's minimum weight for size M, without pedals. Commencal says weight may differ slightly.). It is listed as a 250W pedal-assist e-bike limited to 25 km/h for Australian roads.
Is it for you?
We have not ridden this bike. This read is based on the spec sheet and Australian seller information, not a test ride.
Best suited to
Size L riders who want a light-assist enduro e-MTB at a run-out price.
Standout strength
A 170mm FOX 38 bike at about 22kg for $6,900 on sale.
The main compromise
Only size L was in stock, with a 400Wh battery and 55 Nm motor.
Consider something else if
You are not a size L, or you want full-power assistance and a bigger battery.
Check before you buy
Confirm the final price at checkout, since Commencal's page code labels its shown prices as excluding GST, and ask Commencal Australia where the drive system is serviced near you.
Full specification
Drive and power
Frame and ride
Australian compliance
Pedal-assist, rated to 250W, assist cuts at 25 km/h. Declared by the brand; declaration not independently sighted.
Meta Power SX 400 Essential vs Meta Power SX 400 Signature
| Commencal Meta Power SX 400 Essential | Commencal Meta Power SX 400 Signature | |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Price | $6,900 | $9,500 |
| Motor | Bosch Performance Line SX, mid drive | Bosch Performance Line SX, mid drive |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 55 Nm |
| Battery | 400 Wh | 400 Wh |
| Claimed range | TBC | TBC |
| Weight | 22 kg (Commencal's minimum weight for size M, without pedals. Commencal says weight may differ slightly.) | 21.9 kg (Commencal's minimum weight for size M, without pedals. Commencal says weight may differ slightly.) |
| Frame | Alloy 6066 full suspension, 170mm rear travel | Alloy 6066 full suspension, 170mm rear travel |
| Wheels | 29in front, 27.5in rear | 29in front, 27.5in rear |
| Category | Lightweight eMTB | Lightweight eMTB |
| Availability | In stock | In stock |
Choose the Meta Power SX 400 Essential if
it costs $2,600 less.
Choose the Meta Power SX 400 Signature if
you prefer its frame, fit or finish; the core numbers are close, so fit and dealer support should decide it.
How you would ride it
Commencal
Commencal is a French-founded, Andorra-based mountain bike maker selling direct in Australia. Its e-MTBs are the alloy Meta Power SX (DJI Avinox or Bosch CX, 160 to 180mm), the lighter Meta Power SX 400 and the T.E.M.P.O. Power trail bike, both with the Bosch SX motor. Its Australian store shows prices that its page code labels as excluding GST.
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Common questions
How much does the Commencal Meta Power SX 400 Essential cost in Australia?
The Commencal Meta Power SX 400 Essential is listed at $6,900 (Commencal Australia sale price. The store shows A$6,272.72 (was A$8,909.09), labelled excluding GST in its page code; $6,900 and $9,800 include 10% GST.). eBikeFinder checks pricing against manufacturer and distributor information, and prices can change with sales and stock. This price was last checked on 2 Nov 2026.
Is the Commencal Meta Power SX 400 Essential road legal in Australia?
Yes. The Commencal Meta Power SX 400 Essential is a 250W pedal-assist e-bike that stops assisting at 25 km/h, which meets the road-legal e-bike standard in every Australian state. Compliance is asserted by the brand rather than independently verified, so confirm the current spec with the seller.
What motor does the Commencal Meta Power SX 400 Essential have?
The Commencal Meta Power SX 400 Essential uses a Bosch Performance Line SX motor, in a mid-drive position, producing 55Nm of torque. Mid-drive motors climb hills better because they work through the bike's gears.
How much does the Commencal Meta Power SX 400 Essential weigh?
The Commencal Meta Power SX 400 Essential is listed at 22 kg. Commencal's minimum weight for size M, without pedals. Commencal says weight may differ slightly.. Ask the dealer to weigh your size and build before choosing a rack or planning to lift it.
Who sells and backs the Commencal Meta Power SX 400 Essential in Australia?
The Commencal range is distributed in Australia by Commencal Australia (direct online, commencal.com/au). Buying from a brand with real Australian support matters most when something needs a warranty claim or a service.