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Head-to-head

KTM SX-E 5 vs GasGas MC-E 5

GasGas MC-E 5 leads on current VoltRipper Score, but rider fit, legality, budget, and support still decide the smarter buy.

Comparison table

Head-to-head spec winners

KTM SX-E 5
No availability warning recordedVerified 2026-07-24
  • Real range not published by listed sources
  • Top speed not published by listed sources
GasGas MC-E 5
No availability warning recordedVerified 2026-07-24
  • Real range not published by listed sources
  • Top speed not published by listed sources
KTM SX-E 5

86

VoltRipper Score

GasGas MC-E 5

87

VoltRipper Score

Awarded spec rows

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KTM SX-E 5 vs GasGas MC-E 5

Power

KTM SX-E 5
5 kW peak
GasGas MC-E 5
5 kW peak
TieSame 5 kW

Top speed

KTM SX-E 5
Not published
GasGas MC-E 5
Not published
No winner awardedNeeds both published values

Battery capacity

KTM SX-E 5
907 Wh
GasGas MC-E 5
907 Wh
TieSame 907 Wh

Real range

KTM SX-E 5
Not published
GasGas MC-E 5
Not published
No winner awardedNeeds both published values

Weight

KTM SX-E 5
89 lb
GasGas MC-E 5
89 lb
TieSame 89 lb

Brakes

KTM SX-E 5
Dual Hydraulic
GasGas MC-E 5
Dual Hydraulic
TieSame Dual Hydraulic

Suspension

KTM SX-E 5
Full
GasGas MC-E 5
Full
TieSame Full

Warranty

KTM SX-E 5
Not published
GasGas MC-E 5
Not published
No winner awardedNeeds both published values

Delivered price

KTM SX-E 5
$6,224 delivered ($5,799 + $425 shipping)
GasGas MC-E 5
$5,874 delivered ($5,449 + $425 shipping)
GasGas MC-E 5$350 less

Score breakdown

Power

/22 pts

KTM SX-E 520
GasGas MC-E 520
TieSame points

Range

/20 pts

KTM SX-E 513
GasGas MC-E 513
TieSame points

Chassis

/18 pts

KTM SX-E 518
GasGas MC-E 518
TieSame points

Value

/15 pts

KTM SX-E 58
GasGas MC-E 59
GasGas MC-E 5+1 pts

Support

/12 pts

KTM SX-E 59
GasGas MC-E 59
TieSame points

Ergonomics

/8 pts

KTM SX-E 55
GasGas MC-E 55
TieSame points

Versatility

/5 pts

KTM SX-E 54
GasGas MC-E 54
TieSame points

What works

  • KTM's electric 50cc-class MX bike: 5 kW peak, a water-cooled motor, and six selectable power modes that scale from first-timer to competitive Junior E-Motocross
  • Backed by KTM's large US dealer network for parts, service, and warranty support - a real edge over import youth e-bikes
  • Swappable 907 Wh KTM PowerPack and an adjustable 24.9-26.8 in seat let one bike grow with the rider

Trade-offs

  • $5,799 before a $425 freight charge and dealer setup - premium money for a youth bike
  • Mechanically identical to the Husqvarna EE 5 and GasGas MC-E 5; you are largely paying for KTM badging over the $5,449 GasGas
  • No published top speed or mileage range, no display or app, and off-road only - runtime is measured in motos, not miles

What works

  • The value pick of three identical bikes: the same KTM-group 5 kW platform for $5,449 - roughly $350-400 less than the SX-E 5 or EE 5
  • Same 907 Wh KTM PowerPack, water-cooled motor, six modes, WP 205/193 mm suspension, and 160 mm hydraulic discs as its pricier siblings
  • Backed by the KTM/GasGas dealer network for parts and service

Trade-offs

  • Still $5,449 before a $425 freight charge - a lot for a 50cc-class youth bike
  • Identical to the KTM SX-E 5 and Husqvarna EE 5 apart from red bodywork and badges
  • No published top speed or range, no display or app, and off-road only