ENGWE MapFour N1 Air review: A carbon e-bike built for commuters
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Engwe MapFour N1 Air: One Minute Review
Look at it, you’ll never guess that the MaptoFour N1 Air was built by Engwe. Not only does it have a slim frame and sophisticated style, it also has no short and chunky Engwe wheels. This e-bike is part of Engwe’s new product line, which seeks to enter the commuter market by providing high-quality, sustainable and economical travel solutions.
N1 air has a carbon rack, making it one of the lightest e-bikes of this size, so it’s very easy to transfer. It also has a 100km battery range, although we all know that the electronic bike range has dropped significantly under real-world test conditions.
Its style and purpose are very similar Tenways CG600 Pro and professional Vado SL2. The former is our current style choice The best electric bikes Guide, but if we win the Best Commuter E-Bicycle Award, these three are all popular contenders.
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Element |
Another Mapth Four N1 Air |
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engine: |
250W rotating motorcycle |
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Maximum speed |
25 km/15.5 miles per hour |
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strength: |
360WH 10AH high capacity battery |
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control: |
LCD display |
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Electronic bicycle category: |
Level 3 |
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speed: |
Shimano 7 speed |
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brake: |
Hydraulic disc brake |
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Frame material: |
carbon |
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weight: |
15.6kg (34 lbs) |
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scope: |
62 miles / 100 km |
Engwe MapFour N1 Air: Price and Availability
- UK £1,399
- There are two framework designs, step by step and progressive
- We or the AU haven’t
The Mapth Four N1 Air comes in two frame designs, step-by-step and progressive, both of which cost £1,399 (approximately 1750Usd / $2750aud). This makes it more affordable than the Tenways CG600 Pro (£1,799) and is much cheaper than the professional Vado SL2 carbon (£5,500) equipped.
As a result, it is one of the most affordable entry-level carbon fixed e-cyclists for commuters.
Another MapFour N1 Air: Design
- Carbon Framework
- Ultra-lightweight
- Removable battery
The Mapth Four N1 Air is a clear change in the design spirit direction of Engwe. Thanks to their very chunky wheels and tires and thick frames, we’re used to noticing the Engwe E bikes on the street. Apart from the Engwe logo, I don’t think most people will attribute the N1 Air to Engwe.
Let’s start with these wheels. The first Engwe e-bike I’ve reviewed is M20its tires measure 20 x 4.0 inches. They have a three-layer rubber, carbon nanoframe and butyl rubber inner tube design. N1 air tires won’t see anything like this. At 700*42C they are reduced to perfection, with enough width to provide the necessary grip, but not too thick to create unnecessary friction on the road.
Entering the carbon frame, N1 air is not only very lightweight (15.6 kg), but also exquisite and exquisite, which is the relative rarity of electronic bicycles. The top tube, seat tube, fork and seat stay is not only thin, but also includes some nice design touches, such as the thin top tube from the rear to the back.
Like the Tenways CGO600 Pro, the battery slot just goes into the frame itself, so you won’t know it’s there unless you’re looking for it. The removable battery is not always guaranteed on the electronic bike, and the dedicated Vado SL2 is a brilliant example. I’m glad that Engwe continues to work on removing the battery as it allows us to charge the bike anywhere we like, rather than limited to where the rider can store the e-bike.
We will learn about the performance of the gears, brakes and lights in a later comment, but for now, it is worth noting that the gears are shimano, the disc brakes are not marked, the rear lights are solar-powered, and the headlights are tightly connected. The lack of quality parts is the way Engwe manages to keep the overall cost so low.
Another MapFour N1 Air: Performance
- Smooth power transmission
- Excellent range
- Disc brakes may be better
Map Forty Five Air is powered by a 250W internal motor that is not only compatible with EU e-bike laws, but is enough to provide additional assistance when needed. It is quiet, responsive, and can be expected at this price.
Commuters who have to navigate the minimum tilt will definitely be fine, but if your route is more challenging, an e-bike with more torque will be better. I found that the steep inclination required me to fall into the lowest gear and stand up to get the most strength on the pedal. I appreciate the smallest e-bike weight and the smallest battery with the central battery, as this means that it is not only easy to stand up while riding a bike, but it is also safe.
There is no lag in the power supply, which is a significant improvement over the early e-bikes of Engwe and many other e-bikes on the market. Therefore, it is 100% reliable when pulled apart, which is an important factor, especially when crossing the flow.
My body is by no means severely affected by the road, but I do notice the lack of impact/impact technology compared to the more advanced Vado SL2. Obviously, this is the privilege you have to pay, and I can’t say it’s three times worth paying. I’m glad that Engwe didn’t integrate the spring into the design or increase the size of the tire, but they might consider other ways that can innovatively reduce the impact on the bike and rider.
N1 air includes disc brakes at the front and rear. These do a great job of managing heat dissipation during longer braking periods, but lack the effectiveness of providing a quick and immediate stop. I never felt unsafe, but I did find myself planning to slow down speeds than on a better ride on a brake.
The implementation of the lamp is probably where Engwe can make the most significant improvements. The headlight is small and even if it is fixed, it must be installed by the rider. Integrated headlights like the Tenways CGO600 Pro would be better. It also takes a brighter road to light up more roads.
The rear light is solar-powered and even though it is built into the fender, it is not connected to the battery. It has a built-in speed sensor, which means it should be turned on automatically while riding and automatically shut down after automatically stopping. I really don’t like not controlling when or when it’s not on, and 30 seconds isn’t always long enough, especially when I get stuck on a traffic light.
In the security field, Engwe has seriously improved its products. The built-in GPRS tracking allows not only the e-bikes to always be positioned, but also a boundary (up to 10 km) can be established in which the e-bikes must be retained. This made me feel at ease knowing that even if I lost my e-bike or was stolen, I couldn’t take it too far.
Most security features are delivered through an app that provides abnormal bicycle alerts and automatic SOS emergency notifications. If you can’t find the e-bike in the bike park, there’s also a “ring ring” feature. All of this helps improve the user experience of e-bikes.
Overall, I’m very happy with the performance of the Maptrow N1 Air. Despite Engwe’s first foray into this market, they did an incredible job of delivering the quality and performance levels that riders demand.
Another MaptoFour N1 Air: Battery Life
- Up to 100 kilometers
- Removable battery
Equipped with 10AH high capacity Samsung Battery, N1 air’s advertising range is 100 kilometers. This range will be based on the lowest level of pedal assist, with no inclination and no adverse weather conditions. The possibility of achieving this range under actual conditions is almost zero.
That being said, the scope of the real world is still impressive. The highest level of the pedal and through a series of inclinations, I was able to achieve about 55km per charge. This was enough to get me to work nearly three times, which offered more opportunities for juice in the battery. I also have the flexibility to lower the pedal assist level to manage battery life.
The fast charging feature allows me to fully charge the battery in just three to four hours. This means I can charge every night and absolutely no fear of running out of anything, even if I forgot one night, there is still a lot of stuff in my tank that can last the next day. Unfortunately, the proprietary charging port is not the same as the previous Engwe e-bikes, which means you can’t take advantage of the old ones when you leave the main charger elsewhere.
The battery can be separated in seconds for charging anywhere. A physical lock is also integrated in the design for additional theft protection.
- Battery life score: 4.5/5
Engwe MapFour N1 Air: Scorecard
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category |
Comment |
Fraction |
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value |
Affordable premium commuter e-bike |
4/5 |
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design |
Beautiful smoothness that integrates the battery into the frame |
4/5 |
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Performance |
Smooth power transmission, but need improvements in lighting |
3.5/5 |
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Battery life |
Impressive range, even in the complete pedal assistant |
4.5/5 |
If…buy it
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Consider it too
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Element |
Another Mapth Four N1 Air |
Tenways CGO600 Pro |
Another P275 Pro |
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Size range: |
not specified |
157 cm x 96 cm |
98.5 cm x 188 cm |
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engine: |
250W rotating motorcycle |
250W (UK) / 350W (UK) |
250W brushless motor |
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Maximum speed |
15.5mph / 25kmh (UK) |
15.5 mph/h/25 km (UK) and 20 mph (US) |
15.5khi / 25km |
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strength: |
360WH 10AH high capacity battery |
36V 10AH lithium-ion battery with LG cells |
36V 19.2AH Samsung Lithium Ion |
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control: |
LCD display |
Small OLED display |
Bafang TFT DP C244 |
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Electronic bicycle category: |
Level 3 |
Level 1 |
Level 1 |
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speed: |
Shimano 7 speed |
Single speed |
Bafang 3-level automatic gear shifter |
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brake: |
Hydraulic disc brake |
Tektro Hydraulic Disc Brakes |
180mm front and rear Tektro hydraulic plate breaks |
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Frame material: |
carbon |
aluminum |
6061 aluminum alloy |
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weight: |
15.6kg (34 lbs) |
18 kg (including accessories) |
25.3kg |
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scope: |
62 miles / 100 km |
62 miles / 100 km |
260 km (PAS Level 1), 150 km (PAS Level 5) |
How do I test Engwe MapFour N1 air
I used N1 air as my main e-bike for weeks. During this time, I covered more than 400 kilometers of 400 kilometers, and the riding time was about 20 hours. I ride it on city roads, bike lanes and country roads. I took advantage of all pedal assist levels and tested the brakes in dry and wet conditions. Also, I downloaded the app and paired it with the e-bike. This allowed me to test other features unique to this e-bike, including safety features.
First review: February 2025
