Riese & Müller Charger4
Ultra-premium commuter / touring electric bicycle · 2W · Launched 2023
~£5,905 (converted from INR — verify with manufacturer)
≈ ₹6.20 L (Indian market)
Indicative price · verify with manufacturer
Range
200 km
Battery
1.25 kWh
Top speed
45 km/h
Charge
7 hr
Power
1 bhp
Seats
1
Available colors
Overview
Riese & Müller's flagship premium commuter / touring e-bike. Sold since 2023 — not officially sold globally. EUR 6,200 - 9,500 in Europe. 124 mi (200 km) range on dual 625 Wh batteries. Bosch CX motor (85 Nm). German hand-built. Class 3 speed pedelec.
Best for
European / US affluent commuters and tourers wanting class-leading range and premium build
Pros & cons
+Pros
- 200 km range with DualBattery class-leading
- Bosch CX + Smart System integration
- German hand-built premium quality
- Bosch ABS on Charger4 GT
−Cons
- Not sold globally
- EUR 6.2k+ ultra-premium pricing
- 29 kg with dual battery is heavy
- Service requires R&M-trained dealer
Key features
Safety features
Known issues & how ev.care helps
Important: These issues were reported in earlier production batches and have largely been addressed by Riese & Müller in newer models through OTA updates and manufacturing improvements. If you experience any of these, ev.care's certified technicians can diagnose and resolve them — often in a single visit.
Dealer-only service limits geographic accessibility
Reported in earlier models — Riese & Müller has released fixes for newer batches.
PAS sensor occasionally drops on bumpy terrain
Reported in earlier models — Riese & Müller has released fixes for newer batches.
Battery cells need balancing every 6 months for full range
Reported in earlier models — Riese & Müller has released fixes for newer batches.
Charger pin corrosion in humid coastal cities
Reported in earlier models — Riese & Müller has released fixes for newer batches.
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Buying the Riese & Müller Charger4 in United Kingdom
- 1Range: the 124 miles figure quoted in United Kingdom is on the WLTP test cycle. WLTP is closer to real life than older tests but still ~10–20% optimistic on the motorway in winter.
- 2Charging: a 1.25 kWh pack refills overnight on a 7 kW home wallbox; on the road you'll use CCS (DC rapid) and Type 2 (AC); home wallbox plus the public rapid network — this model does Not supported (AC only).
- 3Incentives: The Electric Car Grant (launched July 2025) gives up to £3,750 off eligible new EVs priced at or below £37,000, applied at the point of sale. Company-car drivers save further via salary-sacrifice and low Benefit-in-Kind (BiK) tax. Note EVs began paying VED (road tax) from April 2025.
- 4Climate: Cold, damp winters trim range and slow rapid charging — pre-condition the battery before a rapid stop.
- 5Fit: the Riese & Müller Charger4 is well-suited to town and commuter driving — plan a rapid-charge stop for longer motorway journeys.
The Riese & Müller Charger4 for United Kingdom buyers
What this electric car means in United Kingdom — range on the WLTP standard, local incentives, charging, and the things petrol-car switchers ask about most.
Range in United Kingdom
The Riese & Müller Charger4 is rated at 124 miles on the WLTP test cycle. WLTP is closer to real life than older tests but still ~10–20% optimistic on the motorway in winter.
Charging
Plan around CCS (DC rapid) and Type 2 (AC); home wallbox plus the public rapid network. The 1.25 kWh pack means a home overnight charge covers most weekly driving, with DC fast charging for longer trips.
Incentives & running costs
The Electric Car Grant (launched July 2025) gives up to £3,750 off eligible new EVs priced at or below £37,000, applied at the point of sale. Company-car drivers save further via salary-sacrifice and low Benefit-in-Kind (BiK) tax. Note EVs began paying VED (road tax) from April 2025.
Climate & real-world range
Cold, damp winters trim range and slow rapid charging — pre-condition the battery before a rapid stop.
Incentive and tax rules change often — figures above are a 2026 guide; confirm current United Kingdom eligibility before purchase.
All specifications
Battery & charging+
| Battery capacity | 1.25 kWh |
|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 200 km |
| Charge time (0-100%) | 7 hours |
| Fast charge | Not supported (AC only) |
| Battery warranty | 2 years / 50,000 km |
| Battery repurchase | No |
Performance+
| Top speed | 45 km/h |
|---|---|
| Power | 1 bhp |
| Torque | 85 Nm |
| Motor type | Bosch Performance Line CX (Smart System) |
| Drive type | Mid-drive belt/chain |
Dimensions+
| Kerb weight | 29 kg |
|---|---|
| Ground clearance | — |
| Boot space | — |
| Seating | 1 seats |
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Bottom line
The Riese & Müller Charger4 scores 6.8/10 overall. Best suited for: European / US affluent commuters and tourers wanting class-leading range and premium build. Key strength: 200 km range with dualbattery class-leading. Main consideration: not sold globally.
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