2021 Merida eSPRESSO CC XT-EDITION EQ vs 2022 Merida eSPRESSO CITY EQ
The S is the Merida eSPRESSO CITY EQ size closest to your S Merida eSPRESSO CC 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 EQ
Compared with the Merida eSPRESSO CC XT-EDITION EQ in S, the Merida eSPRESSO CITY EQ in S places the top of the head tube at about the same height and about as far forward, relative to the bottom bracket.
- Frame stack
- ±0 mm
- About the same height
- Frame reach
- ±0 mm
- About the same reach
- Wheelbase
- −1 mm
- About the same
- Head angle
- ±0.0°
- About the same head angle
- Chainstays
- ±0 mm
- About the same
The two frames
Merida eSPRESSO CC XT-EDITION EQ, SMerida eSPRESSO CITY EQ, SDrawn to scale and lined up at the bottom bracket.
Geometry side by side
| Measurement | Merida eSPRESSO CC XT-EDITION EQ S | Merida eSPRESSO CITY EQ S | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reach | 399 | 399 | ±0 mm |
| Stack | 661 | 661 | ±0 mm |
| Head tube angle | 70 | 70 | ±0.0° |
| Seat tube angle | 73.5 | 73.5 | ±0.0° |
| Effective top tube | 595 | 595 | ±0 mm |
| Chainstay length | 470 | 470 | ±0 mm |
| Wheelbase | 1129 | 1128 | −1 mm |
| BB drop | 65 | 65 | ±0 mm |
| Standover | 403 | 413 | +10 mm |
| Seat tube length | 430 | 430 | ±0 mm |
| Fork length | 476 | 475 | −1 mm |
| Head tube length | 175 | 175 | ±0 mm |
Differences are the Merida eSPRESSO CITY EQ minus the Merida eSPRESSO CC XT-EDITION EQ. Full charts: 2021 Merida eSPRESSO CC XT-EDITION EQ, 2022 Merida eSPRESSO CITY EQ.
Where each sits in its class
Merida eSPRESSO CC XT-EDITION EQMerida 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 eSPRESSO CC XT-EDITION EQCC XT-EDITION EQ | Merida eSPRESSO CITY EQ400 EQ |
|---|---|---|
| Frame | Merida eSPRESSO CC LITE II | Merida eSPRESSO CITY LITE II |
| Fork | SR Suntour Mobie A32 NLO | SR Suntour NEX-E25 |
| Shifter | Shimano XT M8100 | Shimano Alivio |
| Derailleur | Shimano XT M8100 | Shimano Acera M3100 |
| Cassette | Shimano Deore M6100 | Shimano HG200 |
| Chain | KMC e12S EPT | KMC e9S |
| Crankset | Merida EXPERT TK | Shimano EM600 |
| Pedals | VPE-889 | VPE-891 |
| Motor | Shimano EP8 | Shimano E6100 |
| Battery | Shimano E8036 | Shimano E8035-L |
| Tire | Maxxis Crossmark II | Continental Ride Cruiser |
| Rim | Merida COMP TK | Merida COMP TK |
| Brake | Shimano Deore T6000 | Shimano MT200 |
| Handlebar | Merida EXPERT TK | Merida EXPERT TK |
| Stem | Merida EXPERT TK II | Merida EXPERT TK |
| Grips | Merida EXPERT TK | Merida EXPERT TK |
| Headset | Acros Trekking Headset | not listed |
| Seatpost | Merida EXPERT TK | Merida EXPERT TK |
| Saddle | Merida EXPERT TK | Merida EXPERT TK |
| Hub | not listed | Shimano TX505 |
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