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Premium urban electric bicycle (post-bankruptcy restart) · 2W · Launched 2023
EUR 3,498 (Europe) / USD 3,498 (US)
≈ ₹2.80 L (Indian market)
Indicative price · verify with manufacturer
Range
150 km
Battery
0.49 kWh
Top speed
32 km/h
Charge
4 hr
Power
0.7 bhp
Seats
1
VanMoof's flagship urban e-bike (post-bankruptcy restart under McLaren Applied). Original VanMoof went bankrupt in 2023; McLaren Applied acquired assets and relaunched in 2024 — not officially sold globally. EUR 3,498. 93 mi (150 km) range. Apple Find My integration. Kick lock + anti-theft GPS.
Best for
European / US urban commuters wanting design-led premium e-bike with anti-theft tech
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Important: These issues were reported in earlier production batches and have largely been addressed by VanMoof (post-bankruptcy, McLaren Applied) 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.
2023 bankruptcy left existing units without parts for months
Reported in earlier models — VanMoof (post-bankruptcy, McLaren Applied) has released fixes for newer batches.
McLaren Applied restart slowly rebuilding service
Reported in earlier models — VanMoof (post-bankruptcy, McLaren Applied) has released fixes for newer batches.
PAS sensor occasionally drops on bumpy terrain
Reported in earlier models — VanMoof (post-bankruptcy, McLaren Applied) has released fixes for newer batches.
Battery cells need balancing every 6 months for full range
Reported in earlier models — VanMoof (post-bankruptcy, McLaren Applied) has released fixes for newer batches.
Charger pin corrosion in humid coastal cities
Reported in earlier models — VanMoof (post-bankruptcy, McLaren Applied) has released fixes for newer batches.
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| Battery capacity | 0.49 kWh |
|---|---|
| Range (ARAI) | 150 km |
| Charge time (0-100%) | 4 hours |
| Fast charge | Not supported (AC only) |
| Battery warranty | 2 years / 50,000 km |
| Battery repurchase | No |
| Top speed | 32 km/h |
|---|---|
| Power | 0.7 bhp |
| Torque | 68 Nm |
| Motor type | VanMoof in-frame hub motor |
| Drive type | Single-speed direct drive |
| Kerb weight | 23 kg |
|---|---|
| Ground clearance | — |
| Boot space | — |
| Seating | 1 seats |
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EUR 3,498 (Europe) / USD 3,498 (US)
Bottom line
The VanMoof (post-bankruptcy, McLaren Applied) S5 scores 6.8/10 overall. Best suited for: European / US urban commuters wanting design-led premium e-bike with anti-theft tech. Key strength: apple find my integration is industry-unique. Main consideration: not sold globally.
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