2026 Merida Espresso CC 400 EQ SE

Whether your commute takes in forest trails and gravel tracks or you just want the freedom to explore at weekends, the eSPRESSO CC 400 EQ delivers all the convenience of a city e-bike with added off-road ability. That's because the low step-through frame has an easy-to-access 504 Wh battery and the latest Shimano EP6 drive unit. While the suspension fork and seat post help keep you comfortable when it gets bumpy, fitted with with a host of kit to make city life easier and safer, with mudguards, rack, lights, lock and a kickstand as standard. A smooth-shifting Shimano 9-speed drivetrain and strong, low-maintenance hydraulic disc brakes add fuss-free control.

The eSPRESSO CC range is the rugged sibling of the regular eSPRESSO CITY, with wider and grippier high-volume tyres on 650b wheels. While it's happy working hard in the urban jungle thanks to standard-fit mudguards, lights, lock, rack and kickstand, it's also capable of taking trips along forest trails and gravel tracks for fun. Featuring the super-strong low step-through ENERGY CRADLE frame design that gives the bike the necessary rigidity. The eSPRESSO CC models are equipped with a refined but powerful Shimano EP6 STEPS pedal-assist motor, delivering 85 Nm of torque. Smooth and comfortable progress is assured with suspension forks , while powerful hydraulic disc brakes allow effortless and controlled stopping. All have a high system weight of 150 kg which means plenty of capacity for rider and luggage.

Specifications

FRAME    eSPRESSO LITE 650, MAT aluminium, 27.5 x 2.25 max. WHS, 135 x 9 AST, external, max. 504 Wh,
SHOCK    ,
FORK    Suntour NVX30 DS, Coil, 80 STR, 27,5x2,4" max WHS,
BRAKE FRONT    Shimano MT-200, 2 piston
BRAKE REAR    Shimano MT-200, 2 piston
ROTOR FRONT    Shimano RT10, 180 mm
ROTOR REAR    Shimano RT10, 180 mm
CHAIN    KMC xGlide,
CRANKSET    Shimano CRE61, 38T
CRANK LENGTH    MERIDA EXPERT TK, 165mm
DERAILLEUR REAR    Shimano CUES U4000,
CASSETTE    Shimano LG300, 11-46,9,
PEDAL    VP VPE-891,
GRIP    MERIDA EXPERT TK,
HANDLEBAR    MERIDA EXPERT, MAT aluminium, 660 WHB, 15 RHB
STEM    MERIDA Expert CT, 31.8 DSH, adjustable,
STEM SIZE    XS/S/M-90, L/XL-110,
HEADSET    FSA NO.55E Neck,
HUB FRONT    Shimano QC300, 100x9 WHF, 32 SPH, Centerlock
HUB REAR    Shimano QC300, 135x9 WHR, 32 SPH, Centerlock
RIM    MERIDA COMP TK, 20 IWR, MAT aluminium,
SADDLE    MERIDA Expert TK, 152 width
SEAT CLAMP    MERIDA EXPERT,
SEAT POST    MERIDA COMP CC, MAT aluminium, 30.9 DSP, 0 SSB
SHIFTER REAR    Shimano CUES U4000,
TYRE FRONT    Maxxis Crossmark II, 27.5x2.25", wire, reflecting line,
TYRE REAR    Maxxis Crossmark II, 27.5x2.25", wire, reflecting line,
LIGHT FRONT    Herrmans H-Black MR4 E,
LIGHT REAR    Spanninga Commuter Glow XE integrated in MERIDA MIK HD carrier,
DRIVE UNIT    Shimano EP6, 85Nm
BATTERY    Shimano EN604 Battery, 504Wh
DISPLAY    Shimano SC-EN500,
FRAME LOCK    Abus 4650 XL,