Giant Defy Advanced E+ Elite AR (2026): endurance e-road bike with 30Nm rear hub motor, 400Wh battery, 1×12 Rival XPLR, and up to 38mm tyre clearance for all-road versatility.

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2026 Giant Defy Advanced E+ Elite AR - Carbon electric all-road bike - Mercury

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2026 Giant Defy Advanced E+ Elite AR - Carbon electric all-road bike - Mercury

Season:2026

Brand:Giant

Code:6400003

The Defy Advanced E+ Elite AR is for riders who want endurance road performance with a dose of all-road versatility. It blends Giant’s lightweight composite endurance frame with a rear hub motor (SyncDrive Move Plus, 30Nm) and a stealthy, in-frame battery (EnergyPak 400Wh), giving you assistance up steep climbs without sacrificing ride quality. But what really sets the AR version apart is its capability to carry larger tyres—up to 38mm, opening the door to more varied surfaces: gravel tracks, rough country roads, or just more comfort and grip where the pavement ends.

Every component reflects a commitment to ride comfort and control. The Advanced SL composite fork with the full-composite OverDrive Aero steerer adds stiffness and steering precision, while contact points (D-Fuse handlebars & seatpost) work to soak up vibration. The AR uses a 1×12 electronic SRAM Rival XPLR AXS drivetrain, hydraulic disc brakes, and a tubeless-ready alloy wheelset, all tuned to deliver a natural, high-quality ride even when pushing into more adventurous terrain. If you're someone who loves endurance road rides but doesn’t want to be limited to smooth tarmac, the Defy Advanced E+ Elite AR gives you the power, comfort, and clearance to explore.

Key Features & Specs

Motor & Battery: SyncDrive Move Plus rear-hub motor (30Nm), EnergyPak 400Wh battery integrated into down tube.
Frame & Fork: Advanced-grade composite frame; Advanced SL composite fork with full-composite OverDrive Aero steerer; 12×145mm rear thru-axle / 12×100mm front.
Tyre & Clearance: All-road ready clearance for up to ~38mm tyres; supplied with ~35mm tubeless-ready tyres.
Drivetrain: SRAM Rival XPLR AXS, 1×12 electronic shifting (wide range cassette, e.g. 10-44) loaded for varied terrain.
Brakes & Rotors: SRAM Rival AXS hydraulic discs; 160mm rotors front & rear.
Wheels & Tyres: Giant P-R2 alloy wheel system, tubeless ready; tires like the Schwalbe G-One Allround performance models.
Comfort & Integration: D-Fuse handlebars & composite seatpost to absorb vibration; RideControl GO for power mode control; integrated taillight.

Technical Information

Expected Range

The range for a single battery charge can vary greatly depending on conditions such as the combined weight of the rider and cargo; wind resistance; tyre pressure and tread profile; terrain and elevation changes; road or trail surface; outdoor temperature; maintenance of the E-Bike; and the condition of the battery.

The bar below gives an approximate range. Conditions are categorized as extreme, good and ideal. Extreme conditions typically occur when riding with a heavy load, strong headwinds or excessive climbs.

Energypak 400 / Syncdrive Move Plus
Range (KM / Miles):
Extreme: 40km / 24miles
Good: 70km / 43miles
Ideal: 100km / 62 miles

Technical Spec

Frame
Sizes
Small, Medium, Medium / Large, Large, X-Large
Colours
Mercury
Frame
Advanced-grade composite,12x145 thru-axle
Forks and Shocks
Fork
Advanced SL-Grade Composite, Full-Composite OverDrive Aero Steerer, 12x100mm thru-axle, Disc
Rear Shock
N/A
eSystem
Motor
SyncDriveMove Plus Hub drive 75Nm max
Controller
Mode support switch from SRAM bonus button
Display
Giant RideControl GO, frame-integrated LED console Optional wireless ANT+ display
Battery Type
Giant EnergyPak 400Wh, Aluminium casing with highest safety standard (EN50604), CO2 Neutral production, Giant EnergyPak Plus 200 range extender compatible
Battery Integration
Internal
Connectivity
Giant RideControl App enabled, ANT+ wireless display signal with e-bike profile
Charger
Giant EnergyPak smart charger 4A
Drivetrain and Brakes
Brake System
SRAM Rival AXS HRD / SRAM Rival AXS HRD, Paceline 160mm 6-bols [F/R]
Rear Derailleur
SRAM Rival XPLR AXS
Front Derailleur
N/A
Shifters
SRAM Rival AXS
Bottom Bracket
Integrated into motor
Crankset
SRAM X-SYNC 46T BCD107 chain ring, Praxis E crank Alloy ISIS
Cassette
SRAM XPLR XG-1251 10x44T 12-speed
Chain
SRAM Rival 12-speed
Cockpit
Handlebar
Giant Contact SL D-Fuse 31.8 alloy
Stem
Contact SL Aerolight 31.8 alloy
Grips
Cork tape with gel
Headset
Wheels
Front Hub
Rear Hub
See Motor
Rims
Giant P-R2 Alloy Disc Wheel System, Tubeless Ready, 22mm inner width, 12mm thru-axle
Front Tyre
Schwalbe G-one Allround Performance, RaceGuard, Brown side-wall, tubeless, 700x35
Rear Tyre
Schwalbe G-one Allround Performance, RaceGuard, Brown side-wall, tubeless, 700x35
Max Tyre Clearance
Finishing Kit
N/A
Seatpost
Giant D-Fuse, Composite, 14mm offset
Saddle
Giant Approach
Pedals
Not supplied: Shop pedals here
Extras
Kickstand
N/A
Lighting
Seatpost clamp integrated tail light
Lock
N/A
Carrier
N/A
Mudguards
N/A
Extras
Fender adapter
Please Note:
Every effort has been made to ensure accuracy throughout this website. However, manufacturers reserves the right to change bike specifications, features, prices and colours without prior notice. If you would like to check the specification of a bike before purchasing, please call one of our stores.

Sizing Information

Size Guide

Frame Size	Rider height (cm)
S	166 - 174
M	172 - 180
ML	178 - 186
L	184 - 192

Frame Geometry

		S	M	ML	L
A	Seat Tube Length (mm)	445	480	515	535
B	Seat Tube Angle	74.0°	73.5°	73.0°	73.0°
C	Top Tube Length (mm)	530	545	560	575
D	Head Tube Length (mm)	130	145	167	187
E	Head Tube Angle	71.5°	72.5°	72.5°	72.5°
F	Fork Rake (mm)	50	50	50	50
G	Trail (mm)
H	Wheel Base (mm)	994	995	1008	1023
I	Chain Stay Length (mm)	420	420	420	420
J	Bottom Bracket Drop (mm)	80	80	75	75
K	Stack (mm)	542	560	576	595
L	Reach (mm)	374	379	384	393
M	Stand Over Height (mm)	716	746	779	799
N	Handlebar Width (mm)	400	420	420	440
O	Stem Length (mm)	90	100	110	110
P	Crank Length (mm)
Q	Wheel Size	700c	700c	700c	700c

Professional Opinion

Advanced Composite
Giant’s High Performance Grade raw carbon material is used to produce this custom frame material in our own composite factory with a high stiffness-to-weight ratio. The front triangle of these framesets is assembled and molded as one continuous piece in a proprietary manufacturing process called Modified Monocoque Construction.
E+ System
E+ System combines electric power with human power to produce a smart, natural and powerful E-bike riding experience. It’s an integrated group of technologies that includes our RideControl control units, EnergyPak battery systems and SyncDrive motors.
Energypak
Giant’s latest EnergyPak battery systems feature streamlined designs that are integrated with the E-bike for a sleek and modern profile. Giant E-bikes offer several different EnergyPak options including the EnergyPak Smart and EnergyPak. Each one is designed to optimize the E-bike experience for a specific style of riding.
Smart Assist
All SyncDrive motors have Smart Assist technology, which adjusts the support to match the rider’s needs. By using information from multiple sensors, both rider input and terrain feedback are used to determine the optimal amount of pedaling assistance. SyncDrive is the only e-bike system that utilizes both rider input and terrain feedback. It gives you a smooth, natural riding experience with ample power when you need it, while also conserving power when you don’t need as much.
SyncDrive Move Plus
The new SyncDrive Move Plus motor delivers 30Nm of torque, which is comparable to 75Nm of torque in a mid-drive motor—all in a lightweight, quiet system that’s fully integrated into the rear hub. It features five support levels plus Smart Assist technology, which can automatically adjust pedaling support without having to change settings while riding. The motor uses sensors to constantly adjust output based on advanced algorithms.
RideControl App
The updated RideControl App expands the existing customization options for your SyncDrive motor. Now you choose exactly how you want the system to perform. You can use the app to adjust from the battery-saving Eco mode all the way up to Power mode, and collect all relevant ride metrics during your activity.
D-Fuse Technology
The D-Fuse seatpost and handlebar were designed to function as a system, absorbing road shocks and vibrations so you can ride farther, faster.

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