Range VLT CX C2 Gen 4

Norco offers the Range VLT CX in two carbon builds: C2 Gen 4 at €7,999 and C1 Gen 4 at €9,599-€9,990 depending on market. Both are built around the same carbon high-pivot chassis, Bosch Performance Line CX system, and 800 Wh battery, so the core ride character does not change between models. That gives the C2 a clear appeal for riders who want access to the platform without paying flagship money, while the C1 is positioned as the premium expression of the bike.

The C1’s spec is a major part of its case. Reviews specifically call out the Fox 38 Factory with GRIP X2 damper and Fox Float X2 Factory shock as top-tier suspension that suits the frame well, and one test bike also featured Bosch’s Kiox 400C display with Mini Remote. Reviewers saw the C2’s RockShox Zeb/Vivid Base suspension and mechanical shifting as the more budget-conscious route in, but they also noted that even the expensive C1 makes a few questionable spec choices for such an aggressive bike, especially the 180 mm rear rotor and lighter-duty Enduro-casing tires. As a result, the C1 delivers the strongest out-of-box performance, while both builds may benefit from immediate owner upgrades if they are going to be used hard in rocky or alpine terrain.

Reviewers consistently describe the Range VLT CX as a gravity-focused e-enduro bike with unusually high composure in rough terrain. Much of that character is attributed to the high-pivot VPSHP layout and idler pulley, which let the rear wheel move rearward through impacts and reduce pedal kickback. Testers said the bike carries speed through square-edged hits, roots, and rock gardens with a calm, insulated feel, with one comparing its high-speed demeanor to a “well-insulated limousine.” The Fox 38 GRIP X2 fork and Float X2 shock on the C1 build were widely praised for sensitivity and support, and the bike’s technical climbing ability also impressed reviewers thanks to the centered riding position, strong traction, and Bosch CX motor’s updated 100 Nm output.

The main caveat is that this is not an especially playful or forgiving bike at lower speeds. Reviewers noted that while the 27.5-inch rear wheel helps in hairpins and gives the bike some energy, the overall package still feels substantial and prefers steep, fast, demanding trails over flatter or flowier riding. There were also recurring criticisms of some stock choices and details: the 180 mm rear rotor was seen as undersized for a 22.7-22.8 kg full-power eMTB, the Continental Kryptotal Enduro tires were considered too light-duty by some testers, and E-MOUNTAINBIKE specifically flagged the charging-port cover as fragile after limited use. More broadly, reviewers agreed that the Range VLT CX is excellent when ridden aggressively, but it asks for commitment and makes the most sense for experienced riders who will actually use its speed, stability, and technical climbing headroom.