2019 Merida eSPRESSO XT-EDITION EQ vs 2021 Merida eSPRESSO CITY SE EQ
The XL is the Merida eSPRESSO CITY SE EQ size closest to your XL Merida eSPRESSO XT-EDITION EQ. We match frame stack and reach. This is a geometry comparison, not a fit recommendation; stem, spacers, handlebars and saddle setup also affect your riding position.
What changes on the Merida eSPRESSO CITY SE EQ
Compared with the Merida eSPRESSO XT-EDITION EQ in XL, the Merida eSPRESSO CITY SE EQ in XL places the top of the head tube 5 mm higher and 3 mm further back, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 26 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- +5 mm
- Higher front end
- Frame reach
- −3 mm
- Shorter frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +26 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −1.0°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- +15 mm
- Longer: more planted
The two frames
Merida eSPRESSO XT-EDITION EQ, XLMerida eSPRESSO CITY SE EQ, XLDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida eSPRESSO XT-EDITION EQ XL | Merida eSPRESSO CITY SE EQ XL | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 415 | 412 | −3 mm |
| Stack | 702 | 707 | +5 mm |
| Head tube angle | 71.5 | 70.5 | −1.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 73 | 72.5 | −0.5° |
| Effective top tube | 630 | 635 | +5 mm |
| Chainstay length | 475 | 490 | +15 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1145 | 1171 | +26 mm |
| BB drop | 70 | 70 | ±0 mm |
| Standover | 864 | 380 | −484 mm |
| Seat tube length | 590 | 570 | −20 mm |
| Fork length | 477 | 477 | ±0 mm |
| Head tube length | 205 | 215 | +10 mm |
Differences are the Merida eSPRESSO CITY SE EQ minus the Merida eSPRESSO XT-EDITION EQ. Full charts: 2019 Merida eSPRESSO XT-EDITION EQ, 2021 Merida eSPRESSO CITY SE EQ.
Where each sits in its class
Merida eSPRESSO XT-EDITION EQMerida eSPRESSO CITY SE EQ
Each bike is ranked against the other commuter bikes on Quiver, on frame geometry alone. Not your hand position or ride feel.
What each ships with
The stock build of each bike's first listed trim. Parts that match are dimmed.
| Part | Merida eSPRESSO XT-EDITION EQXT-EDITION EQ | Merida eSPRESSO CITY SE EQ300 SE EQ |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Merida eSPRESSO LITE | Merida eSPRESSO CITY LITE |
| Fork | SR Suntour NCX RL | SR Suntour NEX-PM-DS |
| Derailleur | Shimano XT M8000 Shadow+ | Shimano Altus M2000 |
| Cassette | Shimano SLX M7000 | Shimano HG400 |
| Chain | KMC x11e | KMC e9S |
| Crankset | Shimano E8000 | Shimano FC-E5010 |
| Motor | Shimano E-7000 | Shimano E5000 |
| Battery | Shimano E8010 | Shimano E8010 |
| Tire | Continental Ride Tour | Continental Contact Plus |
| Hub | Shimano Deore | not listed |
| Rim | Merida COMP TK | Merida COMP TK |
| Brake | Shimano XT fin | Shimano MT200 |
| Rotor | Shimano SM-RT81 | Shimano SM-RT10 |
| Handlebar | Merida EXPERT TK | Merida EXPERT TK |
| Stem | Merida EXPERT CC | Merida EXPERT TK |
| Grips | Merida EXPERT TK | Merida EXPERT TK |
| Headset | Merida 2333 Neck | Merida 2346 Neck |
| Shifter | not listed | Shimano Altus rapidfire |
| Pedals | not listed | VPE-891 |
| Seatpost | not listed | Merida EXPERT TK |
| Saddle | not listed | Merida EXPERT TK |
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