Decathlon has created a sharper trade-off with the Stilus Offroad+: more motor, more battery, and more claimed range, but also more weight and no confirmed stock date.
The new Stilus Offroad+ hardtail electric mountain bike has appeared on several official Decathlon websites in Europe, according to Notebookcheck. The signal beneath the listing is not just a product refresh. Decathlon is pushing the Stilus line higher on core e-MTB specs while keeping the format simple: a hardtail frame, front suspension, and a listed European price of €2,199.99.
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Decathlon Turns the Stilus Hardtail Into a Specs Fight
The Stilus Offroad+ appears to sit above the earlier Stilus Offroad, also called Off Road in source material. The older model launched in 2025, while a related report on the 2026 Stilus Off Road listed a Star Union CM2502 motor, 504 Wh battery, 70 km claimed assistance range, and €1,799.99 price.
The Offroad+ changes the conversation in two places buyers notice immediately: output and range. Decathlon lists a Star Union motor with up to 500W of power and 110Nm of torque, paired with a 720 Wh battery and claimed assistance range of up to 120 km.
MLXIO analysis: that makes the Offroad+ less of a cosmetic update and more of a specification reset for Decathlon’s hardtail e-MTB line. But the upgrade is not free. The listed weight rises to around 25.0 kg, compared with 22.6 kg for the earlier Offroad model cited in the source material.
That weight gain matters. A heavier e-MTB can feel more planted, but it is also harder to lift, maneuver at low speed, carry upstairs, or pedal without assistance. The Offroad+ solves one problem — longer electric support — while creating another: more mass on a hardtail chassis.
The Motor and Battery Upgrades Do the Heavy Lifting
The headline upgrade is the move from the earlier model’s reported 410W motor output to 500W on the Offroad+. Torque remains listed at 110Nm, so the improvement is not a torque increase based on the supplied figures. It is a higher peak power figure paired with the same torque rating.
That distinction matters. Torque affects how forcefully the motor helps at low cadence and on climbs. Power affects how much work the system can deliver over time. On trail climbs, loose paths, and longer assisted rides, the rider will likely care about both — but the spec sheet shows Decathlon has mainly raised power and battery capacity, not torque.
The battery jump is clearer. The Offroad+ moves to 720 Wh, up from 504 Wh on the earlier model cited in related source material. Decathlon claims up to 120 km of assistance range, compared with up to 70 km for the previous Offroad.
MLXIO analysis: a larger battery has practical value beyond maximum range. It can reduce range anxiety, leave more headroom for higher assistance modes, and soften the penalty from hills, rider weight, cold weather, or rough terrain. Those variables can cut into real-world e-bike range quickly, so the 120 km figure should be treated as a best-case claim rather than a guarantee.
Component changes also point to a more trail-oriented spec:
- Fork: Suntour XCM 34 suspension fork with 120 mm travel, replacing the earlier Suntour XCM 32 listed in related material.
- Drivetrain: Shimano Cues U4000 rear derailleur replaces the earlier 9-speed Microshift Advent RD-M619M.
- Accessories: Decathlon lists a handlebar-mounted display, bell, lights, and reflectors.
- Sizes: S, M/L, and XL are listed, but all versions are currently out of stock on the cited France and Malta product pages.
The Upgrade Looks Strongest on Battery, Not Pure Power Value
The cleanest way to read the Offroad+ is through the numbers Decathlon and related reporting provide. The upgrade is meaningful, but not evenly distributed.
| Spec | Stilus Offroad / Off Road | Stilus Offroad+ | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Motor power | 410W | 500W | +90W |
| Torque | 110Nm | 110Nm | No listed increase |
| Battery | 504 Wh | 720 Wh | +216 Wh |
| Claimed range | Up to 70 km | Up to 120 km | +50 km |
| Weight | 22.6 kg | Around 25.0 kg | +2.4 kg |
| Price | €1,799.99 | €2,199.99 | +€400 |
The most favorable metric is battery value. The Offroad+ offers about 0.327 Wh per euro, versus about 0.280 Wh per euro for the earlier model based on the supplied prices. In plain terms: the higher price buys a larger proportional increase in battery capacity.
Power value is flatter. The Offroad+ delivers about 0.227W per euro, while the earlier model sits at about 0.228W per euro. That is effectively unchanged and slightly lower for the new bike. Torque value declines because the listed torque stays at 110Nm while the price rises.
MLXIO analysis: this is a battery-led upgrade more than a torque-led one. Decathlon appears to be charging buyers for range and capacity first, with motor power second. That is not a criticism. For many riders, extra battery capacity will be more useful than another headline torque bump — especially since 110Nm is already the same listed torque figure as the earlier Offroad.
The Hardtail Format Keeps the Promise Narrow
The Offroad+ remains a hardtail e-MTB, which defines both its appeal and its limits. A hardtail is mechanically simpler than a full-suspension bike and can suit mixed riding: gravel roads, forest tracks, smoother trails, and utility trips where electric assistance matters more than rear suspension.
But the format also keeps Decathlon’s promise contained. The sources do not provide geometry, brake changes for the Offroad+, tire specification, or detailed ride testing. Without that, the bike cannot be judged as trail-ready purely from motor and battery figures.
The fork upgrade to Suntour XCM 34 is notable because the number suggests a burlier fork family than the earlier XCM 32, while retaining 120 mm of travel. Still, suspension quality depends on damping, stiffness, setup, and how the bike handles under load — none of which is established by the listing alone.
The same caution applies to the drivetrain swap. Moving from Microshift Advent RD-M619M to Shimano Cues U4000 is a concrete component change, but the supplied material does not prove it improves shifting under e-MTB loads. It only confirms Decathlon changed the listed derailleur.
Out-of-Stock Listings Make This a Test, Not a Launch Buyers Can Act On Yet
The most immediate problem is availability. At Decathlon’s online stores in France and Malta, the Stilus Offroad+ is priced at €2,199.99, but all listed sizes are currently out of stock. It is unclear when the model will become available.
That limits the commercial read. A listed product page can signal intent, but it does not show supply depth, launch timing, or how quickly riders will actually get access. It also leaves open whether specifications or pricing will vary by country.
MLXIO analysis: Decathlon may be using online listings to stage demand before broader availability, but the source material does not confirm that strategy. The safer read is narrower: Decathlon has prepared a higher-spec hardtail e-MTB page for parts of Europe, with stock still unresolved.
The Next Signal Is Not Another Spec — It Is Availability
The Offroad+ points to a clear direction for Decathlon’s Stilus line: larger batteries, higher motor output, and more capable listed components inside a hardtail package. The upgrade is strongest where the data is strongest — 720 Wh, 120 km claimed range, and 500W power.
The evidence that would confirm the thesis is simple: live inventory across more European stores, stable pricing near €2,199.99, and rider-facing details on brakes, tires, geometry, and real-world range. The evidence that would weaken it is just as clear: delayed stock, market-specific downgrades, or early feedback that the extra 2.4 kg dulls the ride.
For now, the Decathlon Stilus Offroad+ is best read as a promising but incomplete offer. The spec sheet says Decathlon wants its hardtail e-MTB to climb higher. The product pages still have to prove buyers can actually get one.
Key Takeaways
- Decathlon is pushing its hardtail e-MTB lineup toward stronger motor and battery specs.
- The Offroad+ offers a higher claimed range but comes with trade-offs around weight and availability.
- Its €2,199.99 price positions it above the earlier Offroad model while keeping the hardtail format simple.
