Inspection
Frame condition
Inspect the frame, fork, welds, and high-stress areas for cracks, dents, or prior repairs.
Specialized
2018 Specialized CruX E5
Value Guide market data · 2018 Specialized CruX E5
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Price over time - 2018 Specialized CruX E5
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All CruX model years
2026$11,160 - $12,960▲ 60% vs. 2018
2025$8,370 - $9,720▲ 20% vs. 2018
2024$6,045 - $7,020▼ 13% vs. 2018
2023$7,905 - $9,180▲ 13% vs. 2018
2022$11,393 - $13,230▲ 63% vs. 2018
2021$7,440 - $8,640▲ 7% vs. 2018
2020$8,370 - $9,720▲ 20% vs. 2018
2019$8,370 - $9,720▲ 20% vs. 2018
2018$6,975 - $8,100Currently viewing2018 CruX E5 lineup
Overview
About this bike
2018 Specialized CruX E5 value depends on condition, original build, frame material, service history, and current buyer demand.
Specifications
Frameset
- FRAME
- Specialized E5 Premium Aluminum, fully manipulated tubing, semi-compact race design, shaped top tube, 1-3/8" lower bearing, internal cable routing, integrated headset, OSBB, post mount disc, 135mm rear spacing
- FORK
- Specialized FACT carbon, disc-specific, quick-release
Drivetrain
- Groupset
- Shimano Tiagra
- CRANKSET
- Praxis Alba 2D, BB30
- CHAINRINGS
- 46/36T
- SHIFT LEVERS
- Shimano Tiagra
- FRONT DERAILLEUR
- Shimano Tiagra, braze-on
- REAR DERAILLEUR
- Shimano Tiagra, long cage, 10-speed
- CASSETTE
- Shimano Tiagra, 10-speed, 11-32t
- CHAIN
- KMC X10, 10-speed w/ Missing Link™
- Bottom Bracket
- Praxis OSBB
- Rear Cogs
- Shimano Tiagra, 10-speed: 11-32
- Shifters
- Shimano Tiagra
Brakes
- REAR BRAKE
- Tektro Spyre, post mount, mechanical disc
- FRONT BRAKE
- Tektro Spyre, post mount, mechanical disc
- Brake Levers
- Tektro
- Brakes
- TRP Spyre mechanical-disc
Cockpit
- SEAT BINDER
- Alloy, 31.8mm, bolt type
- SADDLE
- Body Geometry Toupé Sport, steel rails, 143mm
- SEATPOST
- Alloy, 2-bolt clamp
- HANDLEBARS
- Specialized Shallow Drop, 6061, 70x125mm, 31.8mm clamp
- TAPE
- Specialized CX Pro Gel
- STEM
- Specialized, 3D forged alloy, 4-bolt, 7-degree rise
- Grips
- Specialized CX Pro gel
- Handlebar
- Specialized Shallow Drop, aluminum
Wheels & Tires
- FRONT WHEEL
- Axis Sport Disc, quick-release
- REAR WHEEL
- Axis Sport Disc, quick-release
- FRONT TIRE
- Tracer Sport, 60 TPI, wire bead, 700x33mm
- REAR TIRE
- Tracer Sport, 60 TPI, wire bead, 700x33mm
- INNER TUBES
- 700x28/38mm, 48mm Presta valve w/ extender
- Rims
- Axis Sport Disc
Pedals
- PEDALS
- Nylon, 105x78x28mm, loose balls w/ reflectors
Frame sizing
XS4'10"-5'2"
S5'2"-5'6"
M5'6"-5'10"
L5'10"-6'2"
XL6'2"-6'6"
M highlighted as most common resale size. Sourced from catalog metadata.
Geometry
- Stack
- Varies by size
- Reach
- Varies by size
- Wheelbase
- Varies by size
Industry standard. Sourced from catalog metadata.
What to check when buying used
Inspection
Drivetrain wear
Check chain stretch, cassette teeth, chainrings, and shifting under load before negotiating price.
Inspection
Wheel condition
Inspect rims, hubs, spokes, and bearing play; ask about the tire age and any prior wheel rebuilds.
Inspection
Service history
Ask for service records covering bearings, brakes, drivetrain, and any frame or fork warranty work.
Inspection
Carbon inspection
Tap test the frame, fork, seatpost, and bars for cracks; verify no impact damage near dropouts.
Inspection
Brake hoses & cables
Check hydraulic line bleed, cable housing wear, and confirm rotors are within spec.