Merida eSpresso City 400 EQ
Road-legal status is not yet verified for this model.
Merida eSpresso City 400 EQ (2026) at a glance
The Merida eSpresso City 400 EQ is a commuter e-bike sold in Australia at $3,799 (price checked 9 Oct 2026). It pairs a Shimano mid drive motor, a 504Wh battery.
Is it for you?
Best suited to
City riders who want an easy step-through with lights and a rack already fitted.
Standout strength
Adjustable stem, integrated lights and a rear carrier with a Shimano mid-drive.
The main compromise
504Wh is a mid-sized battery for the price. An earlier Burgundy Red version was cheaper at $4,599 RRP.
Full specification
Drive and power
Frame and ride
Australian compliance
Road-legal status is not yet verified for this model.
eSpresso City 400 EQ vs eSpresso CC 300 EQ SE
| Merida eSpresso City 400 EQ | Merida eSpresso CC 300 EQ SE | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $3,799 | $3,439 |
| Motor | Shimano, mid drive | Shimano STePS EP5, mid drive |
| Torque | TBC | 60 Nm |
| Battery | 504 Wh | 418 Wh |
| Claimed range | TBC | 61 km |
| Weight | TBC | TBC |
| Frame | Alloy step-through city frame, integrated lights and rear carrier | Alloy, flat-bar hybrid, crossbar |
| Wheels | TBC | TBC |
| Category | Commuter | Commuter |
| Availability | In stock | In stock |
Choose the eSpresso City 400 EQ if
its battery is 86 Wh bigger, so you charge less often on long rides; its low step frame is easier to get on and off.
Choose the eSpresso CC 300 EQ SE if
it costs $360 less.
How you would ride it
Merida
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Common questions
How much does the Merida eSpresso City 400 EQ cost in Australia?
The Merida eSpresso City 400 EQ is listed at $3,799 (99 Bikes sale price against a stated full price of $5,499.). eBikeFinder checks pricing against manufacturer and distributor information, and prices can change with sales and stock. This price was last checked on 9 Oct 2026.
Is the Merida eSpresso City 400 EQ road legal in Australia?
Its compliance is listed as unverified on eBikeFinder. A road-legal Australian e-bike is limited to 250W of pedal-assist power that cuts out at 25 km/h, with any throttle capped at 6 km/h. Confirm the Merida eSpresso City 400 EQ meets those limits with the seller before riding on the road.
What motor does the Merida eSpresso City 400 EQ have?
The Merida eSpresso City 400 EQ uses a Shimano motor, in a mid-drive position. Mid-drive motors climb hills better because they work through the bike's gears.