2020 Merida eSPRESSO vs 2022 Merida eSPRESSO CITY EQ
The L is the Merida eSPRESSO CITY EQ size closest to your XL Merida eSPRESSO. 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 EQ
Compared with the Merida eSPRESSO in XL, the Merida eSPRESSO CITY EQ in L places the top of the head tube 26 mm lower and 6 mm further forward, relative to the bottom bracket. Its wheelbase is 10 mm longer, which can contribute to stability at speed.
- Frame stack
- −26 mm
- Lower front end
- Frame reach
- +6 mm
- Longer frame reach
- Wheelbase
- +10 mm
- Longer: steadier at speed
- Head angle
- −1.5°
- Slacker: calmer steering
- Chainstays
- −8 mm
- Shorter: livelier
The two frames
Merida eSPRESSO, XLMerida eSPRESSO CITY EQ, LDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida eSPRESSO XL | Merida eSPRESSO CITY EQ L | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 429 | 435 | +6 mm |
| Stack | 701 | 675 | −26 mm |
| Head tube angle | 71.5 | 70 | −1.5° |
| Seat tube angle | 74 | 73.5 | −0.5° |
| Effective top tube | 630 | 635 | +5 mm |
| Chainstay length | 478 | 470 | −8 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1159.5 | 1169 | +10 mm |
| BB drop | 70 | 65 | −5 mm |
| Standover | 864 | 412 | −452 mm |
| Seat tube length | 590 | 530 | −60 mm |
| Fork length | 475 | 475 | ±0 mm |
| Head tube length | 205 | 190 | −15 mm |
Differences are the Merida eSPRESSO CITY EQ minus the Merida eSPRESSO. Full charts: 2020 Merida eSPRESSO, 2022 Merida eSPRESSO CITY EQ.
Where each sits in its class
Merida eSPRESSOMerida eSPRESSO CITY 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 eSPRESSO400 | Merida eSPRESSO CITY EQ400 EQ |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Merida eSPRESSO LITE II | Merida eSPRESSO CITY LITE II |
| Fork | SR Suntour NEX-E25 | SR Suntour NEX-E25 |
| Shifter | Shimano Deore | Shimano Alivio |
| Derailleur | Shimano Deore Shadow+ | Shimano Acera M3100 |
| Cassette | Shimano HG500 | Shimano HG200 |
| Chain | KMC E10S | KMC e9S |
| Crankset | Shimano FC-E5010 | Shimano EM600 |
| Motor | Shimano E5000 | Shimano E6100 |
| Battery | Shimano E8035 | Shimano E8035-L |
| Tire | Continental AT RIDE | Continental Ride Cruiser |
| Hub | Shimano MT400 | Shimano TX505 |
| Rim | Merida COMP TK | Merida COMP TK |
| Brake | Shimano MT200 | Shimano MT200 |
| Handlebar | Merida EXPERT TK | Merida EXPERT TK |
| Stem | Merida EXPERT CT | Merida EXPERT TK |
| Grips | Merida EXPERT TK | Merida EXPERT TK |
| Headset | Merida 2346 Neck | not listed |
| Seatpost | Merida EXPERT CC | Merida EXPERT TK |
| Saddle | Merida EXPERT TK | Merida EXPERT TK |
| Pedals | not listed | VPE-891 |
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