GiantPropel Advanced
The Propel Advanced is the entry grade of Giant's fourth-generation aero road bike. Its Advanced-grade composite frame has the same AeroSystem Shaping tubes, 32 mm tyre clearance, UDH hanger and Vector aero seatpost as the Advanced Pro, but it gets an Advanced-grade fork and a two-piece Contact SL Aero bar and stem in place of the one-piece cockpit. Giant sells it in three builds, from Ultegra Di2 with carbon wheels down to mechanical 105 on alloy wheels.
- From
- €4,800€4,800£4,199
- Builds
- 3
- Sizes
- 6
- Frame weight
- 863 g30.4 oz
Design sketch, generated from the manufacturer's photo
Our verdict
Overall
out of 100, average of 6 categories
The cheapest way onto the new Propel: the same 863 g frame, tube shapes and 32 mm clearance as the Advanced Pro, with a two-piece bar and stem that is easier to change. You give up the fork grade and one-piece cockpit, no build has a power meter, Giant publishes no drag figure for this grade, and the 105 build rides on alloy wheels.
Scored Oct 2026
- + Affordable way in
- + Aero-first design
- + Premium frame
AI-drafted from the specs on this page and reviewed before publishing. Scores are relative to every bike in the catalog when they were given, so they drop as newer bikes and parts raise the bar.
- Aero
- 80/100
- Frame
- 80/100
- Components
- 64/100
- Fit
- 78/100
- Practicality
- 72/100
- Price
- 100/100
Aero claims and front-end integration
Carbon grade, weight and warranty
Groupset, wheels and power meter
Sizes and adjustment range
Travel, standard parts, servicing
From the cheapest complete-bike MSRP
Bike duel
Frame & platform
Frame & fork
- Frame material
- Carbon (Advanced-grade composite, one-piece front triangle)
- Fork material
- Carbon (Advanced-grade composite, full-composite D-shaped OverDrive Aero steerer)
- Frame weight
- 863 g30.4 oz
- Fork weight
- 410 g14.5 oz
- Frameset weight
- 1,619 g3.57 lb
- Weight measured on
- Giant's figures for a size M unpainted production frame and fork; the frameset total adds the seatpost and clamp, derailleur hangers, expander, top cap, spacers and headset bearings
- Frame sizes
- XS, S, M, M/L, L, XL
- Colours
- Azurite Blue (Advanced 0), Carbon/Stealth Chrome and Meteor Storm (Advanced 1), White and Mach Blue (Advanced 2)
- Also available as
- Propel Advanced Pro: the same frame with an Advanced SL-grade fork and a one-piece bar and stem; Propel Advanced SL: Advanced SL-grade frame with an integrated seatpost
Compatibility & standards
- Brake type
- Hydraulic disc
- Wheel size
- 700c
- Max tire width
- 32 mm
- Bottom bracket standard
- Press-fit
- Front axle
- 12x100 thru-axle
- Rear axle
- 12x142 thru-axle
- Cable routing
- Fully internal through the bar and stem, the D-shaped steerer and the frame
Bottles & storage
- Bottle mount locations
- Down tube and seat tube, with Giant's tube-specific aero bottle cages
Fit & adjustability
- Cockpit
- Two-piece aero bar and stem (Giant Contact SL Aero), internally routed
- Seatpost type
- Giant Vector composite aero seatpost, -5/+15 mm offset
- Saddle position range
- -5 to +15 mm offset
Aerodynamics
- Testing method
- AeroSystem Shaping tube profiles developed with CFD modelling and wind-tunnel testing across a range of yaw angles
- Tube profile
- Truncated ellipse tubing (AeroSystem Shaping)
Travel, maintenance & warranty
- Derailleur hanger
- UDH
- Proprietary parts
- D-shaped steerer and spacers, Contact SL Aero stem, Vector aero seatpost
Photos
Design sketches
Builds & components
Highlighted rows differ between builds. Green marks the best value.
Propel Advanced 0 | Propel Advanced 1 | Propel Advanced 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overview | |||
| Price (MSRP) | €4,800€4,800£4,199 | €4,400€4,400£3,499 | €3,000€3,000£2,499 |
| Type | Complete bike | Complete bike | Complete bike |
| Notes | Azurite Blue. EUR price from Giant Germany. Not listed on Giant's US site. | Carbon/Stealth Chrome in the UK; Giant Germany and Giant USA also list Meteor Storm. EUR price from Giant Germany. Giant USA lists the bike without a price. | White in the UK; Giant Germany also lists Mach Blue. EUR price from Giant Germany. Giant USA lists the bike without a price. |
| Drivetrain | |||
| Groupset | Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8100 | Shimano 105 Di2 R7100 | Shimano 105 R7100 |
| Launched | 2021 · current generation | 2022 · current generation | 2023 · current generation |
| Speeds | 12-speed | 12-speed | 12-speed |
| Electronic | Yes | Yes | No |
| Drivetrain | 2x | 2x | 2x |
| Shifters | Shimano Ultegra Di2 ST-R8170 | Shimano 105 Di2 ST-R7170 | Shimano 105 |
| Crankset | Shimano Ultegra R8100 | Shimano 105 R7100 | Shimano 105 R7100 |
| Chainrings | 52/36 | 52/36 | 52/36 |
| Crank length | 165 (XS, S) / 170 (M, M/L) / 172.5 (L, XL) | 165 (XS, S) / 170 (M, M/L) / 172.5 (L, XL) | 165 (XS, S) / 170 (M, M/L) / 172.5 (L, XL) |
| Bottom bracket | Shimano Press-fit | Shimano Press-fit | Shimano Press-fit |
| Standard | Press-fit | Press-fit | Press-fit |
| Front derailleur | Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8150 | Shimano 105 Di2 R7150 | Shimano 105 |
| Rear derailleur | Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8150 | Shimano 105 Di2 R7150 | Shimano 105 |
| Cassette | Shimano Ultegra R8100 | Shimano 105 R7100 | Shimano 105 R7100 |
| Range | 11-34 | 11-36 | 11-36 |
| Speeds | 12-speed | 12-speed | 12-speed |
| Chain | Shimano CN-M8100 | KMC X12L-1 | KMC X12L-1 |
| Brakes | |||
| Brake levers | Shimano Ultegra Di2 ST-R8170 | Shimano 105 Di2 ST-R7170 | Shimano 105 |
| Brake calipers | Shimano Ultegra | Shimano 105 | Shimano 105 |
| Type | Hydraulic disc | Hydraulic disc | Hydraulic disc |
| Rotors | Shimano RT-CL700 | Shimano RT-CL700 | Shimano SM-RT64 |
| Front rotor | 160 mm | 160 mm | 160 mm |
| Rear rotor | 140 mm | 140 mm | 140 mm |
| Wheels & tires | |||
| Wheelset | Giant SLR 2 50 WheelSystem | Giant SLR 2 50 WheelSystem | Giant P-A1 Disc |
| Front rim depth | 50 mm | 50 mm | — |
| Rear rim depth | 50 mm | 50 mm | — |
| Material | Carbon | Carbon | Aluminium |
| Hubs | Giant Aero Hub (front), Giant Aero Hub with 3-pawl driver (rear), Center Lock, 12 mm thru-axles | Giant Aero Hub (front), Giant Aero Hub with 3-pawl driver (rear), Center Lock, 12 mm thru-axles | Giant P-A1 Disc, 12 mm thru-axles |
| Spokes | Sapim | Sapim | Stainless steel |
| Tires | Giant Gavia Course | Giant Gavia Course | Giant Gavia Course |
| Tire width | 28 mm | 28 mm | 28 mm |
| Set up tubeless | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Cockpit | |||
| Handlebar | Giant Contact SL Aero | Giant Contact SL Aero | Giant Contact SL Aero |
| Type | Two-piece aero bar and stem | Two-piece aero bar and stem | Two-piece aero bar and stem |
| Integrated stem | No | No | No |
| Widths available | 380/360 mm (XS, S), 400/370 mm (M, M/L), 420/390 mm (L, XL), drops/hoods | 380/360 mm (XS, S), 400/370 mm (M, M/L), 420/390 mm (L, XL), drops/hoods | 380/360 mm (XS, S), 400/370 mm (M, M/L), 420/390 mm (L, XL), drops/hoods |
| Tops | Aero (flat tops) | Aero (flat tops) | Aero (flat tops) |
| Cable routing | Internal | Internal | Internal |
| Stem | Giant Contact SL Aero | Giant Contact SL Aero | Giant Contact SL Aero |
| Stem length | 80 (XS) / 90 (S) / 100 (M) / 110 (M/L, L) / 120 (XL) | 80 (XS) / 90 (S) / 100 (M) / 110 (M/L, L) / 120 (XL) | 80 (XS) / 90 (S) / 100 (M) / 110 (M/L, L) / 120 (XL) |
| Saddle & seatpost | |||
| Saddle | Giant Fleet SL | Giant Fleet SL | Giant Fleet SL |
| Seatpost | Giant Vector | Giant Vector | Giant Vector |
| Offset / setback | -5/+15 mm | -5/+15 mm | -5/+15 mm |
| Material | Carbon | Carbon | Carbon |
| Bar tape | Giant Stratus Lite 2.0 | Giant Stratus Lite 2.0 | Giant Stratus Lite 2.0 |
Propel Advanced price & value
Where it's cheapest
MSRPs converted at ECB reference rates of 2026-10-05 (1 EUR = 1.1204 USD = 0.8472 GBP). US prices exclude sales tax, so add your state's rate before comparing.
| Build | Market | MSRP | In EUR | vs cheapest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Propel Advanced 0 | Europe (EUR, incl. VAT) | €4,800 | €4,800 | cheapest |
| UK (GBP, incl. VAT) | £4,199 | €4,956 | +3% | |
| Propel Advanced 1 | UK (GBP, incl. VAT) | £3,499 | €4,130 | cheapest |
| Europe (EUR, incl. VAT) | €4,400 | €4,400 | +7% | |
| Propel Advanced 2 | UK (GBP, incl. VAT) | £2,499 | €2,950 | cheapest |
| Europe (EUR, incl. VAT) | €3,000 | €3,000 | +2% |
Real-world weight
Scale weights of the Propel Advanced from reviewers, next to Giant's claim.
| What | Measured | Claimed | Measured by |
|---|---|---|---|
| Propel Advanced 2Size M | 8.73 kg19.2 lb | — | BikeRadar2026-03 |
Ownership checklist
2 of 3 known checks pass, 1 not published by Giant. Why these checks
- ✕
Threaded bottom bracket
Press-fit
- ✓
UDH derailleur hanger
UDH
- ✓
Standard 12×142 mm rear axle
12x142 thru-axle
- ?
Works with mechanical shifting
Propel Advanced geometry
| XS | S | M | M/L | L | XL | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rider height min | 157 cm5′2″ | 165 cm5′5″ | 171 cm5′7″ | 177 cm5′10″ | 183 cm6′0″ | 189 cm6′2″ |
| Rider height max | 169 cm5′7″ | 175 cm5′9″ | 181 cm5′11″ | 187 cm6′2″ | 193 cm6′4″ | 199 cm6′6″ |
| Stack | 515 mm20.3″ | 530 mm20.9″ | 546 mm21.5″ | 565 mm22.2″ | 582 mm22.9″ | 596 mm23.5″ |
| Reach | 377 mm14.8″ | 383 mm15.1″ | 388 mm15.3″ | 392 mm15.4″ | 402 mm15.8″ | 412 mm16.2″ |
| Seat tube angle | 74.5° | 74° | 73.5° | 73° | 73° | 72.5° |
| Head tube angle | 71.5° | 72.5° | 73° | 73° | 73° | 73° |
| Head tube length | 115 mm4.5″ | 127 mm5″ | 145 mm5.7″ | 165 mm6.5″ | 185 mm7.3″ | 200 mm7.9″ |
| Effective top tube | 520 mm20.5″ | 535 mm21.1″ | 550 mm21.7″ | 565 mm22.2″ | 580 mm22.8″ | 600 mm23.6″ |
| Seat tube length | 484 mm19.1″ | 505 mm19.9″ | 528.5 mm20.8″ | 554 mm21.8″ | 576 mm22.7″ | 595 mm23.4″ |
| Chainstay | 405 mm15.9″ | 405 mm15.9″ | 405 mm15.9″ | 405 mm15.9″ | 405 mm15.9″ | 405 mm15.9″ |
| Wheelbase | 971 mm38.2″ | 973 mm38.3″ | 980 mm38.6″ | 990 mm39″ | 1,006 mm39.6″ | 1,020 mm40.2″ |
| BB drop | 72 mm2.8″ | 72 mm2.8″ | 69.5 mm2.7″ | 69.5 mm2.7″ | 67 mm2.6″ | 67 mm2.6″ |
| Fork offset | 45 mm1.8″ | 45 mm1.8″ | 45 mm1.8″ | 45 mm1.8″ | 45 mm1.8″ | 45 mm1.8″ |
| Trail | 67.8 mm2.7″ | 61.4 mm2.4″ | 58.3 mm2.3″ | 58.3 mm2.3″ | 58.3 mm2.3″ | 58.3 mm2.3″ |
| Standover | 746 mm29.4″ | 764 mm30.1″ | 787 mm31″ | 808 mm31.8″ | 832 mm32.8″ | 847 mm33.3″ |
| Wheel size | 700c | 700c | 700c | 700c | 700c | 700c |
| Crank length | 165 mm6.5″ | 165 mm6.5″ | 170 mm6.7″ | 170 mm6.7″ | 172.5 mm6.8″ | 172.5 mm6.8″ |
| Stem length | 80 mm3.1″ | 90 mm3.5″ | 100 mm3.9″ | 110 mm4.3″ | 110 mm4.3″ | 120 mm4.7″ |
| Handlebar width | 380 mm15″ | 380 mm15″ | 400 mm15.7″ | 400 mm15.7″ | 420 mm16.5″ | 420 mm16.5″ |
Side view
Drawn to scale (how to read it).
How the geometry rides
The Propel Advanced in size M against the middle size of 29 other bikes: tendencies from geometry, not a ride review (how to read this).
- Trail58.3 mm2.3″
shortestlonger than 55% of 29 bikeslongest
- Wheelbase980 mm38.6″
shortestlonger than 27% of 65 bikeslongest
- Chainstay405 mm15.9″
shortestlonger than 8% of 73 bikeslongest
Short chainstays: a compact, responsive rear end.
Good to know
Design
The Advanced builds keep a two-piece cockpit: a Contact SL Aero handlebar on a Contact SL Aero stem, routed internally through the D-shaped steerer. BikeRadar describes it as the aluminium stem and aero bar carried over from the previous Propel.
SourceAerodynamics
Giant's 18.44 W claim for the new Propel is published for the Advanced SL only; the Advanced shares its AeroSystem Shaping tube profiles and aero bottle cages, but Giant gives no separate drag figure for it. In Giant's parts comparison the Advanced's cockpit weighs 535 g and its wheels 1,690 g, against 283 g and 1,380 g on the Advanced Pro.
SourceFit
The Vector aero seatpost offers -5/+15 mm offset. Each size ships with one bar width and stem length (380 mm and 80 mm on XS up to 420 mm and 120 mm on XL), but the two-piece cockpit lets the stem be swapped separately from the bar.
SourceCompatibility
Giant's product pages don't state UCI approval for the Advanced frame and no approved-frame label is visible in its product photos, so uci_legal is left open.
SourceHistory
Giant launched the fourth-generation Propel in March 2026 in three series: Advanced SL, Advanced Pro and Advanced.
SourceVersions
In Giant's comparison the Advanced frame weighs the same 863 g as the Advanced Pro's, but its Advanced-grade fork is 410 g against 360 g, for a 1,618.5 g frameset with seatpost and clamp. Giant measured 15% less pedalling stiffness and 13.7% less torsional stiffness than the Advanced SL frame and 6.8% less fork stiffness.
SourceVersions
Builds differ by market: Giant UK and Giant Germany sell the Advanced 0, 1 and 2; Giant USA lists only the Advanced 1 and 2, without prices.
Source
Propel Advanced FAQ
How much does the Giant Propel Advanced cost?+
Manufacturer prices (MSRP): €3,000–€4,800 / £2,499–£4,199 across 3 listed builds and framesets: Propel Advanced 0, Propel Advanced 1 and Propel Advanced 2.
How much does the Giant Propel Advanced weigh?+
The frame weighs 863 g (30.4 oz) (Giant's figures for a size M unpainted production frame and fork; the frameset total adds the seatpost and clamp, derailleur hangers, expander, top cap, spacers and headset bearings). The frameset weighs 1,619 g (3.57 lb).
What sizes does the Giant Propel Advanced come in?+
6 sizes: XS, S, M, M/L, L and XL. The manufacturer recommends them for riders from 157 cm (5′2″) to 199 cm (6′6″).
What is the tire clearance of the Giant Propel Advanced?+
Up to 32 mm tires on 700c wheels.
Which groupsets are compatible with the Giant Propel Advanced?+
Bottom bracket: Press-fit.
What builds of the Giant Propel Advanced are available?+
Propel Advanced 0: Shimano Ultegra Di2 R8100; Propel Advanced 1: Shimano 105 Di2 R7100; Propel Advanced 2: Shimano 105 R7100.
Sources
- https://www.giant-bicycles.com/gb/bikes-propel-advanced-2027
- https://www.giant-bicycles.com/gb/propel-advanced-0-2027
- https://www.giant-bicycles.com/gb/propel-advanced-1-2027
- https://www.giant-bicycles.com/gb/propel-advanced-2-2027
- https://www.giant-bicycles.com/gb/showcase/propel-advanced
- https://www.giant-bicycles.com/gb/propel
- https://www.giant-bicycles.com/gb/propel-testing
- https://www.giant-bicycles.com/de/bikes-propel-advanced-2027
- https://www.giant-bicycles.com/de/propel-advanced-0-2027
- https://www.giant-bicycles.com/de/propel-advanced-1-2027
- https://www.giant-bicycles.com/de/propel-advanced-2-2027
- https://www.giant-bicycles.com/us/bikes-propel-advanced-2027
- https://www.giant-bicycles.com/us/propel-advanced-1-2027
- https://www.giant-bicycles.com/us/propel-advanced-2-2027
- https://www.giant-bicycles.com/int/news/new-propel-range-winning-races-and-earning-rave-reviews/30795
- https://bikeradar.com/news/2026-giant-propel
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