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Specialized Crux Comp - Shimano GRX vs Cervelo Cervélo Áspero-5 GRX Di2

A sourced, side-by-side comparison. Specialized Crux Comp - Shimano GRX is cheaper at $3,199.99. Every spec and price links to its source.

Which is better: the Specialized Crux Comp - Shimano GRX or Cervelo Cervélo Áspero-5 GRX Di2?

On the specs we track, they're closely matched. The Specialized Crux Comp - Shimano GRX is the cheaper at $3,199.99.

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Full spec sheet

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Spec Specialized Crux Comp - Shimano GRX Cervelo Cervélo Áspero-5 GRX Di2
US price $3,199.99 $8,850
BrandSpecializedCervelo
Released2026—
Frame material Crux FACT 10r Carbon, Rider-First Engineered Carbon fiber
Groupset Shimano GRX Shimano GRX RX827 Di2
Drivetrain speeds 12 12
Max tire clearance (mm) 47 45
Wheel size 700c 700c
Weight (lb) 18.85 —
Axle type 12mm front / 12x142mm rear thru-axle —
Gearing range 40t x 10-45t 48t x 10-51t
Accessory mounts count — —

Sources — Specialized Crux Comp - Shimano GRX: specialized.com (recorded 2026-08-01). Cervelo Cervélo Áspero-5 GRX Di2: cervelo.com (verified 2026-08-01).

What's the difference between the Specialized Crux Comp - Shimano GRX and Cervelo Cervélo Áspero-5 GRX Di2?

Where the two actually differ on the specs we track (4 of 9). Matching specs are omitted.

  • Frame material: Specialized Crux Comp - Shimano GRX Crux FACT 10r Carbon, Rider-First Engineered vs Cervelo Cervélo Áspero-5 GRX Di2 Carbon fiber
  • Groupset: Specialized Crux Comp - Shimano GRX Shimano GRX vs Cervelo Cervélo Áspero-5 GRX Di2 Shimano GRX RX827 Di2
  • Max tire clearance (mm): Specialized Crux Comp - Shimano GRX 47 vs Cervelo Cervélo Áspero-5 GRX Di2 45
  • Gearing range: Specialized Crux Comp - Shimano GRX 40t x 10-45t vs Cervelo Cervélo Áspero-5 GRX Di2 48t x 10-51t

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