Yuba Kombi E5
Pedal-assist, rated to 250W, assist cuts at 25 km/h. Declared by the brand; declaration not independently sighted.
Yuba Kombi E5 (2026) at a glance
The Yuba Kombi E5 is a cargo e-bike sold in Australia at $5,295 (price checked 9 Oct 2026). It pairs a Shimano STEPS E5000 mid drive motor with 40Nm of torque, a 418Wh battery, 24 inch wheels. It is listed as a 250W pedal-assist e-bike limited to 25 km/h for Australian roads.
Is it for you?
Best suited to
Budget conscious families on flat suburbs who want a proper Yuba longtail.
Standout strength
The cheapest new Yuba with a mid-drive motor and a 200kg load rating.
The main compromise
A 40Nm motor and 418Wh battery are modest, so steep hills with two kids will be slow.
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.
Kombi E5 vs Kombi E6
| Yuba Kombi E5 | Yuba Kombi E6 | |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $5,295 | $5,995 |
| Motor | Shimano STEPS E5000, mid drive | Shimano STEPS E6100, mid drive |
| Torque | 40 Nm | 60 Nm |
| Battery | 418 Wh | 504 Wh |
| Claimed range | TBC | TBC |
| Weight | TBC | 30.5 kg |
| Frame | Compact longtail cargo | Compact longtail cargo, Chromoly steel |
| Wheels | 24 inch | 24 inch |
| Category | Cargo | Cargo |
| Availability | In stock | In stock |
Choose the Kombi E5 if
it costs $700 less.
Choose the Kombi E6 if
its battery is 86 Wh bigger, so you charge less often on long rides; it has 20 Nm more torque for steep hills and heavy loads.
How you would ride it
Yuba
Yuba is one of the original longtail cargo-bike makers, known for stable family haulers with a deep ecosystem of passenger and cargo accessories. In Australia it is sold through Cargocycles and a national dealer network.
Common questions
How much does the Yuba Kombi E5 cost in Australia?
The Yuba Kombi E5 is listed at $5,295 (on sale at Cargocycles). 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 Yuba Kombi E5 road legal in Australia?
Yes. The Yuba Kombi E5 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 Yuba Kombi E5 have?
The Yuba Kombi E5 uses a Shimano STEPS E5000 motor, in a mid-drive position, producing 40Nm of torque. Mid-drive motors climb hills better because they work through the bike's gears.
Who sells and backs the Yuba Kombi E5 in Australia?
The Yuba range is distributed in Australia by Cargocycles (Melbourne). It comes with a Per distributor terms warranty. Buying from a brand with real Australian support matters most when something needs a warranty claim or a service.