TurboVS
Trek FX Plus 7S
Trek Marlin Plus 6

Trek FX Plus 7S Trek Marlin Plus 6

Common Features

  • ✓ Both products have an aluminum frame material.
  • ✓ Neither product has rear suspension.
  • ✓ Both products have an in-frame battery.
  • ✓ Neither product can be folded.
  • ✓ Both products have internal cable routing.
  • ✓ Neither product is designed for kids.
  • ✓ Both products have a removable battery.
  • ✓ Neither product has regenerative braking.
  • ✓ Both products have hydraulic disc brakes.
  • ✓ Both products have a turbo mode.
  • ✓ Both products have an eco mode.
  • ✓ Both products are multi-gear bikes.
  • ✓ Neither product is a single-gear bike.
  • ✓ Both products use a mid-drive motor.
  • ✓ Both products have a display.
  • ✓ Both products have a dedicated smartphone app.
  • ✓ Both products have front light(s).
  • ✓ Both products have rear light(s).

Main Differences

  • • Trek FX Plus 7S weighs 18650 g while Trek Marlin Plus 6 weighs 22450 g.
  • • Trek FX Plus 7S does not have front suspension, whereas Trek Marlin Plus 6 has front suspension.
  • • The battery size is 360 Wh on Trek FX Plus 7S and 400 Wh on Trek Marlin Plus 6.
  • • Trek FX Plus 7S has a charge time of 3 hours, while Trek Marlin Plus 6 takes 4 hours to charge.
  • • The maximum distance per charge is 63 km on Trek FX Plus 7S and 130 km on Trek Marlin Plus 6.
  • • Trek FX Plus 7S has a motor power of 300W, whereas Trek Marlin Plus 6 has a motor power of 250W.
  • • Trek FX Plus 7S has 10 gears, while Trek Marlin Plus 6 has 9 gears.
  • • The top speed is 45 km/h on Trek FX Plus 7S and 32 km/h on Trek Marlin Plus 6.
Specs Comparison
Trek FX Plus 7S

Trek FX Plus 7S

Trek Marlin Plus 6

Trek Marlin Plus 6

Design:
frame material Aluminum Aluminum
weight 18650 g 22450 g
has front suspension ✕ ✓
has rear suspension ✕ ✕
has an in-frame battery ✓ ✓
can be folded ✕ ✕
has internal cable routing ✓ ✓
is designed for kids ✕ ✕

The Trek FX Plus 7S and Trek Marlin Plus 6 both feature aluminum frames, offering a similar level of durability and weight savings. However, there is a noticeable difference in weight, with the Trek FX Plus 7S coming in at 18650 g, which is lighter than the Trek Marlin Plus 6 at 22450 g.

Both models are equipped with an in-frame battery, so neither product is more or less convenient in terms of battery placement. However, when it comes to suspension, the Trek Marlin Plus 6 offers front suspension, while the Trek FX Plus 7S does not have any front or rear suspension.

Another point of similarity is that both bikes have internal cable routing, contributing to a cleaner look and potentially improved performance. Neither bike can be folded, and both are not designed specifically for kids.

Battery:
battery size 360 Wh 400 Wh
charge time 3 hours 4 hours
Has regenerative braking ✕ ✕
has a removable battery ✓ ✓

The Trek FX Plus 7S and Trek Marlin Plus 6 both come with removable batteries, which is a useful feature for easy replacement or charging. However, their battery sizes differ, with the Trek FX Plus 7S offering a 360 Wh battery, while the Trek Marlin Plus 6 features a larger 400 Wh battery.

In terms of charging time, the Trek FX Plus 7S has a faster charge time of 3 hours compared to the Trek Marlin Plus 6, which takes 4 hours to fully charge.

Both bikes do not feature regenerative braking, so there is no energy recovery from braking on either model.

Performance:
maximum distance per charge 63 km 130 km
braking system Hydraulic disc brakes Hydraulic disc brakes
maximum torque 50 Nm 50 Nm
has a turbo mode ✓ ✓
has an eco mode ✓ ✓
motor power 300W 250W
is a multi-gear bike ✓ ✓
number of gears 10 9
is a single-gear bike ✕ ✕
drive motor type Mid-drive motor Mid-drive motor
top speed 45 km/h 32 km/h

The Trek FX Plus 7S and Trek Marlin Plus 6 both feature hydraulic disc brakes and mid-drive motors, providing strong braking power and efficient motor performance. The maximum torque for both bikes is the same at 50 Nm, which ensures consistent performance on various terrains.

In terms of battery performance, the Trek FX Plus 7S offers a maximum distance per charge of 63 km, while the Trek Marlin Plus 6 can travel up to 130 km on a single charge, making it better suited for longer rides. The Trek FX Plus 7S also has a higher top speed of 45 km/h, compared to the Trek Marlin Plus 6's 32 km/h top speed.

Both bikes come with a turbo mode and an eco mode for adjusting power, and they are both multi-gear bikes— the Trek FX Plus 7S with 10 gears and the Trek Marlin Plus 6 with 9 gears. Neither bike is a single-gear bike.

Features:
release date June 2025 April 2025
has anti-theft features ✕ ✕
Has a display ✓ ✓
Has a dedicated smartphone app ✓ ✓
has front light(s) ✓ ✓
has rear light(s) ✓ ✓

The Trek FX Plus 7S and Trek Marlin Plus 6 both offer a similar set of features. Neither bike includes anti-theft features, but both are equipped with a display, a dedicated smartphone app, front lights, and rear lights.

These shared features contribute to a more connected and visible riding experience for both models, ensuring that riders can track performance and stay safe on the road or trail.

There are no differences in this group, as both bikes provide the same key features in terms of connectivity and lighting.

Comparison Summary

This is a specification comparison between Trek FX Plus 7S and Trek Marlin Plus 6. Both bikes have an aluminum frame, an in-frame battery, and hydraulic disc brakes. They also feature a turbo mode and an eco mode, along with a dedicated smartphone app. However, Trek FX Plus 7S is lighter at 18650 g, while Trek Marlin Plus 6 weighs 22450 g. Trek Marlin Plus 6 includes front suspension, which Trek FX Plus 7S lacks. Additionally, the battery sizes differ, with Trek Marlin Plus 6 offering 400 Wh compared to 360 Wh on Trek FX Plus 7S. Trek FX Plus 7S achieves a top speed of 45 km/h, whereas Trek Marlin Plus 6 reaches 32 km/h.