E-Cargo Cruiser 5.0 vs 5.1 vs 5.2

In the table below, we have summarized the differences between the E-Cargo Cruiser 5.0 (2016-2019 model), the 5.1 (2020 model) and the 5.2 (2021 model).

E-Cargo Cruiser model	5.0	5.1 & 5.2
Look / appearance
First release	2016	2020 (5.1) / 2021 (5.2)
Colors	Dutch Delight Brighton Earl Grey Lima Ivory	Dutch Delight Brighton Earl Grey
Assembly needed?	Yes, but included	Yes, but included
Electric support system	Shimano Steps E6000-series	Shimano Steps E6100-series
Front lights	Powered by batteries (3x AAA each)	Powered by Shimano Steps battery
Rear light	Powered by batteries (2x AAA)	Powered by Shimano Steps battery
Child seat	Canvas + turbo cover	Waterproof mesh material
Child safety belts	2-point security buckles	5-point security buckles
Gears	Shimano® Nexus 7-speed	Shimano® Alfine 8-speed (5.1) Shimano Nexus® 5-speed (5.2)
Front brakes	Disc brakes	Hydraulic disk brakes
Rear brake	Shimano Rollerbrake	Hydraulic disk brake
Seat clamp	Allen key needed	Quick release
Saddle	Leather look	Leather look (improved color and stitching)
Fenders	Powder coated steel	Powder coated alloy
Ring lock	ABUS Amparo 4850 (2 Stars ART Approved)	ABUS Shield™ 5650L (2 stars ART approved)