AeroAddicts

Liv · model family

Liv EnviLiv

3 variants by frame grade. Compare them part by part below.

Generations

What changed from one generation to the next. Useful when you're weighing a used bike against a new one.

  1. 2026-03

    EnviLiv (4th gen)

    Advanced SL (4th gen)Advanced Pro (4th gen)Advanced (4th gen)

    • First EnviLiv with an integrated seatpost (Advanced SL)
    • Advanced SL frameset 121 g lighter: 1,443 g vs 1,564 g (size M, unpainted)
    • One-piece Liv Contact SLR Aero cockpit replaces the two-piece bar
    • 8.62 W less total resistance than the previous Advanced SL in Liv's test
    Source

Variants side by side

Each variant is shown with its first complete build. Pick other builds on the compare page.

EnviLiv variants
Advanced (4th gen)Advanced Pro (4th gen)Advanced SL (4th gen)
Overview
BrandLivLivLiv
BuildEnviLiv Advanced 0EnviLiv Advanced Pro 0-AXSEnviLiv Advanced SL 0-Red
Build notesCryo Silver. EUR price from Liv Germany. Not listed on Liv's US site.Ember Violet. USD from Liv USA, EUR from Liv Germany; not sold in the UK. Liv lists the crank as a 'Force E1 DUB' with a Quarq power meter. Comes with a computer mount and two aero bottle cages, tubeless prepared.EUR price from Liv Germany; Liv Netherlands lists €12,499 and Liv Ireland €12,599. Liv's US site has no EnviLiv Advanced SL; Cycling Weekly quoted $13,500. Comes with a computer mount and two aero bottle cages, tubeless prepared. Liv's spec lists the rear derailleur with the front derailleur's part number (FD-RED-E-E1); the cassette is given only as 'SRAM RED, 12-speed, 10x36'. Liv Japan and some other markets also list a cheaper SL 1 build.
Price (MSRP)€4,799€4,799£4,199€6,500$7,800€6,500€12,000€12,000£10,499
Model year202720272027
GenerationFourth-generation EnviLiv (2026)Fourth-generation EnviLiv (2026)Fourth-generation EnviLiv (2026)
Launched2026-032026-032026-03
DisciplineAero roadAero roadAero road
UCI legalNot statedNot statedYes
Verdict (out of 100)
Overall score788073
Aero808991
Frame798392
Components628292
Fit767066
Practicality726658
Price1008740
Frame & fork
Frame materialCarbon (Advanced-grade composite)Carbon (Advanced-grade composite)Carbon (Advanced SL-grade composite)
Fork materialCarbon (Advanced-grade composite, full-composite OverDrive Aero steerer)Carbon (Advanced SL-grade composite, full-composite OverDrive Aero steerer)Carbon (Advanced SL-grade composite, full-composite OverDrive Aero D-shaped steerer)
Frame weight885 g31.2 oz885 g31.2 oz805 g28.4 oz
Fork weight413 g14.6 oz355 g12.5 oz355 g12.5 oz
Frameset weight1,643 g3.62 lb1,585 g3.5 lb1,443 g3.18 lb
Weight measured onLiv's figures for a size M unpainted production frame and fork; the frameset total adds the seatpost and clamp, derailleur hangers, expander, top cap, cone, spacers and headset bearingsLiv's figures for a size M unpainted production frame and fork; the frameset total adds the seatpost and clamp, derailleur hangers, expander, top cap, cone, spacers and headset bearingsLiv's figures for a size M unpainted production frame and fork; the frameset total adds the integrated-seatpost clamp, derailleur hangers, expander, top cap, cone, spacers and headset bearings
Frame sizesXXS, XS, S, M, LXXS, XS, S, M, LXXS, XS, S, M, L
ColoursCryo Silver (Advanced 0), Null White and Neo-Gold (Advanced 1), Midnight Pine and Desert Pearl (Advanced 2)Ember Violet (Pro 0-AXS, Pro 0-Di2), Supernova Grey (Pro 1-AXS)Prism Pearl
Also available asEnviLiv Advanced Pro: the same frame with an Advanced SL-grade fork and a one-piece bar and stem; EnviLiv Advanced SL: Advanced SL-grade frame with an integrated seatpostEnviLiv Advanced SL: Advanced SL-grade frame with an integrated seatpost; EnviLiv Advanced: the same Advanced-grade frame with an Advanced-grade fork and a two-piece bar and stemEnviLiv Advanced Pro and EnviLiv Advanced: lower-grade carbon frames with the Vector aero seatpost instead of the integrated one
UCI frame approval——Approved 12 Sep 2025 as 'MY27 ENVILIV ADV SL' (frame and fork), sizes XXS-L (5), code LIV-010 (UCI list version 2026.10.02)
Compatibility & standards
Brake typeHydraulic discHydraulic discHydraulic disc
Wheel size700c700c700c
Max tire width32 mm32 mm32 mm
Bottom bracket standardPress-fitPress-fitPress-fit
Front axle12x100 thru-axle12x100 thru-axle12x100 thru-axle
Rear axle12x142 thru-axle12x142 thru-axle12x142 thru-axle
Cable routingInternal through the bar and stem and the OverDrive Aero steererInternal through the one-piece cockpit and the OverDrive Aero steererInternal through the one-piece cockpit and the D-shaped OverDrive Aero steerer
Fit & adjustability
CockpitTwo-piece aero bar and stem (Liv Contact SL Aero), internally routedOne-piece bar and stem (Liv Contact SLR 0 Aero Integrated on the Pro 0 builds, Contact SLR 1 Aero Integrated on the Pro 1-AXS)One-piece bar and stem (Liv Contact SLR 0 Aero Integrated)
Seatpost typeGiant Vector composite aero seatpost, -5/+15 mm offsetGiant Vector composite aero seatpost, -5/+15 mm offsetIntegrated seatpost (Vector ISP), -5/+15 mm offset
Saddle position range-5 to +15 mm offset-5 to +15 mm offset-5 to +15 mm offset
Aerodynamics
Manufacturer aero claims——8.62 W less total resistance than the previous EnviLiv Advanced SL (complete bike, size M, 40 km/h, -20 to +20 degrees yaw; aero drag, wheel rotation and tyre rolling resistance combined)
Testing methodAeroSystem Shaping tube profiles developed with CFD and wind-tunnel dataAeroSystem Shaping tube profiles developed with CFD and wind-tunnel dataCFD and wind tunnel, with Liv's 'Georgia' mannequin with articulating legs, modelled on Liv AlUla Jayco rider Georgia Baker
Tube profileAeroSystem ShapingAeroSystem ShapingAeroSystem Shaping
Travel, maintenance & warranty
Derailleur hangerUDHUDHUDH
Proprietary partsOverDrive Aero steerer and spacers, Contact SL Aero stem, Vector aero seatpostOne-piece bar/stem, OverDrive Aero steerer and spacers, Vector aero seatpostIntegrated seatpost, one-piece bar/stem, D-shaped steerer and spacers
Sold viaLiv/Giant retailers and the brand's websiteLiv/Giant retailers and the brand's websiteLiv/Giant retailers and the brand's website
Drivetrain
GroupsetShimano Ultegra Di2 R8100SRAM Force AXS E1SRAM Red AXS E1
Launched2021 · current generation2025 · current generation2024 · current generation
Speeds12-speed12-speed12-speed
ElectronicYesYesYes
Drivetrain2x2x2x
ShiftersShimano Ultegra Di2 ST-R8170SRAM Force AXS E1SRAM Red AXS E1 HRD
CranksetShimano Ultegra R8100SRAM Force AXS E1 Power MeterSRAM Red AXS E1 Power Meter
Chainrings52/3648/3548/35
Crank length160 (XXS) / 165 (XS, S) / 170 (M, L)160 (XXS) / 165 (XS, S) / 170 (M, L)160 (XXS) / 165 (XS, S) / 170 (M, L)
Power meter—SRAM Force AXS E1 Power MeterSRAM Red AXS E1 Power Meter
Launched—2025 · current generation2024 · current generation
Bottom bracketShimano Press-fitSRAM DUB PressfitSRAM DUB Ceramic
StandardPress-fitPress-fitPress-fit
Bearings——Ceramic
Front derailleurShimano Ultegra Di2 R8150SRAM Force AXS E1SRAM Red AXS E1
Rear derailleurShimano Ultegra Di2 R8150SRAM Force AXS E1SRAM Red AXS E1
CassetteShimano Ultegra R8100SRAM Force E1SRAM Red E1
Range11-3410-3610-36
Speeds12-speed12-speed12-speed
ChainKMC X12L-1SRAM Force E1SRAM Red E1
Brakes
Brake leversShimano Ultegra Di2 ST-R8170SRAM Force AXS E1SRAM Red AXS E1 HRD
Brake calipersShimano UltegraSRAM Force E1SRAM Red
TypeHydraulic discHydraulic discHydraulic disc
RotorsShimano RT-CL700SRAM PacelineSRAM Paceline X
Front rotor160 mm160 mm160 mm
Rear rotor140 mm140 mm140 mm
Wheels & tires
WheelsetGiant SLR 2 50 WheelSystemGiant SLR 0 50 WheelSystemCADEX Max 50 WheelSystem
Front rim depth50 mm50 mm50 mm
Rear rim depth50 mm50 mm50 mm
MaterialCarbonCarbonCarbon
Tubeless readyYesYesYes
HubsGiant alloy (front), Giant alloy with 3-pawl 30T driver (rear), Center Lock, 12 mm thru-axlesGiant Aero Hub (front), Giant Aero Hub with 40T ratchet driver (rear), Center Lock, 12 mm thru-axlesCADEX R3 Aero (front, ceramic bearings), CADEX R3-C48 Aero with 48T ratchet driver (rear), Center Lock, 12 mm thru-axles
SpokesSapim JB SprintSuper Aero CarbonCADEX Super Aero Carbon
TiresGiant Gavia CourseCADEX AeroCADEX Aero
Tire width28 mm28 mm28 mm
Set up tubelessYesYesYes
Cockpit
HandlebarLiv Contact SL AeroLiv Contact SLR 0 Aero IntegratedLiv Contact SLR 0 Aero Integrated
TypeTwo-piece aero bar and stemOne-piece bar and stemOne-piece bar and stem
Integrated stemNoYesYes
Widths availableHoods/drops 340/360 mm (XXS, XS), 360/380 mm (S), 370/400 mm (M), 390/420 mm (L)Hoods/drops 340/360 mm (XXS, XS), 360/380 mm (S), 370/400 mm (M), 390/420 mm (L); integrated -10 degree stem 80 (XXS, XS), 90 (S), 100 (M), 110 mm (L)Hoods/drops 340/360 mm (XXS, XS), 360/380 mm (S), 370/400 mm (M), 390/420 mm (L); integrated -10 degree stem 80 (XXS, XS), 90 (S), 100 (M), 110 mm (L)
Bar reach72 mm72 mm72 mm
Bar drop125 mm125 mm125 mm
TopsAero (flat tops)Aero (flat tops)Aero (flat tops)
Cable routingInternalInternalInternal
Material—CarbonCarbon
StemLiv Contact SL Aero——
Stem length80 (XXS, XS) / 90 (S) / 100 (M) / 110 (L)——
Saddle & seatpost
SaddleLiv Alacra SLLiv Alacra SLCADEX AMP
Saddle width——155 mm
SeatpostGiant VectorGiant VectorLiv Vector integrated seatpost
Offset / setback-5/+15 mm-5/+15 mm-5/+15 mm
MaterialCarbonCarbonCarbon (Advanced SL-grade composite)
Bar tapeLiv Stratus Lite 2.0Liv Stratus Lite 2.0Liv Stratus Lite 2.0
Geometry (smallest – largest size)
SizesXXS, XS, S, M, LXXS, XS, S, M, LXXS, XS, S, M, L
Rider height min146–170 cm4′9″–5′7″146–170 cm4′9″–5′7″140–170 cm4–5′7″
Rider height max160–184 cm5′3″–6′0″160–184 cm5′3″–6′0″160–184 cm5′3″–6′0″
Stack494.1–566.9 mm19.5–22.3″494.1–566.9 mm19.5–22.3″494.1–566.9 mm19.5–22.3″
Reach365.6–392.1 mm14.4–15.4″365.6–392.1 mm14.4–15.4″365.6–392.1 mm14.4–15.4″
Seat tube angle73.5–75°73.5–75°73.5–75°
Head tube angle70–72.5°70–72.5°70–72.5°
Head tube length100–170 mm3.9–6.7″100–170 mm3.9–6.7″100–170 mm3.9–6.7″
Effective top tube504–560.6 mm19.8–22.1″504–560.6 mm19.8–22.1″504–560.6 mm19.8–22.1″
Seat tube length446.5–558 mm17.6–22″446.5–558 mm17.6–22″—
Chainstay405 mm15.9″405 mm15.9″405 mm15.9″
Wheelbase969.9–999.3 mm38.2–39.3″969.9–999.3 mm38.2–39.3″969.9–999.3 mm38.2–39.3″
BB drop70–72 mm2.8–2.8″70–72 mm2.8–2.8″70–72 mm2.8–2.8″
Fork offset49 mm1.9″49 mm1.9″49 mm1.9″
Trail57.2–73.2 mm2.3–2.9″57.2–73.2 mm2.3–2.9″57.2–73.2 mm2.3–2.9″
Standover714.8–814 mm28.1–32″714.8–814 mm28.1–32″714.8–814 mm28.1–32″
Wheel size700c700c700c
Crank length160–170 mm6.3–6.7″160–170 mm6.3–6.7″160–170 mm6.3–6.7″
Stem length80–110 mm3.1–4.3″80–110 mm3.1–4.3″80–110 mm3.1–4.3″
Handlebar width360–420 mm14.2–16.5″360–420 mm14.2–16.5″360–420 mm14.2–16.5″

Geometry overlay

Your positionYour position (optional)

Drawn to scale (how to read it).

Advanced (4th gen) · SAdvanced Pro (4th gen) · SAdvanced SL (4th gen) · S