Why choose this product

• Electric gravel bike built for distance, climbing support and mixed-terrain confidence.
• Solace eRIDE Disc HMX carbon frame keeps the bike light, responsive and efficient.
• Updated TQ HPR60 mid-drive motor delivers 60Nm of torque for steep climbs and longer rides.
• Up to 520Wh engine system helps extend range for bigger days out.
• SRAM Rival XPLR AXS 13-speed drivetrain gives clean wireless shifting and gravel-focused gearing.
• Syncros Capital 1.0 40e wheelset is ready for fast gravel riding and mixed surfaces.
• Schwalbe G-One Overland 50mm tyres add grip, control and comfort on rougher terrain.
• Endurance-focused position makes it easier to stay comfortable for longer in the saddle.

Who is it for

The Scott Solace 20 is for riders who want gravel-bike freedom with electric support. It suits cyclists who want to ride further, smooth out steeper climbs, explore mixed terrain and keep the ride lively rather than overpowered.

• Best for: long gravel rides, mixed road-and-trail loops, hilly routes, endurance adventures and fast exploratory riding.
• A strong fit if you want: a lightweight-feeling e-gravel bike, discreet motor support and a premium carbon build.
• Less suitable if you want: a heavy-duty e-MTB feel, suspension-led off-road riding or a budget-first electric gravel bike.

Browse more electric bikes, explore Scott bikes, or compare options in electric road bikes.

Features & performance

Lightweight carbon frame with gravel-ready design

The Solace eRIDE Disc HMX carbon frame is built to keep the bike responsive and efficient rather than bulky or overbuilt. For riders, that means a more natural ride feel on rolling gravel roads, rough lanes and long mixed-surface days.

TQ HPR60 motor with up to 520Wh system capacity

The updated TQ mid-drive unit delivers 60Nm of torque, giving you useful assistance on steep climbs, into headwinds and deep into longer rides. The support is there to help you keep momentum, not overwhelm the ride. That matters if you want electric gravel assistance that still feels like real cycling.

Endurance-focused geometry

Scott describes the bike as confidence-inspiring with an endurance-focused riding position. In real use, that should help reduce fatigue on longer routes and make the bike easier to manage when gravel surfaces become loose, uneven or unpredictable.

SRAM Rival XPLR AXS wireless shifting

The SRAM Rival XPLR AXS 13-speed drivetrain is a strong match for this bike. It gives clean wireless shifting, gravel-specific gearing and a cockpit that stays tidy and easy to live with. For riders covering long distance on mixed gradients, that means less distraction and more reliable shifting under load.

40e wheelset and 50mm tyres

The Syncros Capital 1.0 40e wheelset and Schwalbe G-One Overland 50mm tyres push the bike firmly into serious electric gravel territory. The wider tyre setup helps with grip, comfort and control, especially when routes move between tarmac, broken lanes, bridleways and gravel tracks.

Premium spec without the top-tier price jump

Scott positions this build as gravel excellence without the top-tier price tag. That matters for riders who want a premium electric gravel bike with meaningful upgrades already included, rather than buying a lower-spec bike and changing parts later.

Comparison: where the Scott Solace 20 fits

Scott Solace 20 vs Scott Solace 30 eGravel

Choose the Scott Solace 30 eGravel if you want a more affordable way into the Solace electric gravel range. Choose the Scott Solace 20 if you want the stronger spec upgrade with SRAM Rival XPLR AXS and Syncros Capital 1.0 40e wheels.

Scott Solace 20 vs standard gravel bike

Choose the Solace 20 if your routes are hilly, your rides are getting longer, or you want to keep pace on mixed-terrain group rides with less fatigue. A standard gravel bike may still suit riders who do not want motor support and prefer total simplicity over assisted range and climbing help.

Scott Solace 20 vs other electric gravel bikes

Many electric gravel bikes focus on utility first. The Scott Solace 20 feels more performance-led. It makes sense for riders who want a lighter, cleaner and more natural-feeling electric gravel bike rather than a bulky e-bike adapted for gravel use.

Is it worth it?

Yes, if you want an electric gravel bike that still feels like a premium gravel bike.

The Scott Solace 20 makes a strong case because it combines a lightweight carbon platform, discreet TQ motor support, wide 50mm tyres and a high-quality wireless drivetrain. That gives riders real help on climbs and longer routes without giving up the ride character that makes gravel bikes enjoyable in the first place.

It will not be the right choice for everyone. If you want the lowest possible price, a more commuter-led e-bike or a suspension-heavy off-road bike, there are better fits elsewhere. But if your goal is electric gravel performance, mixed-terrain freedom and a refined build, this bike is easy to justify.

Fit, support and buying advice

Electric gravel bikes work best when the fit is right and the motor system matches your riding goals. For sizing and setup help, visit our bike fitting service and read our bike size chart guide.

If you are still deciding whether an e-bike is right for you, see our e-bike benefits guide.

To spread the cost, view our finance options or learn more about supported Cycle to Work schemes.

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