The FuelCell Propel v5 is a neutral maximalist road running shoe from New Balance.
The FuelCell Propel v5 is a maximalist model. It's the latest model in the family, has a breathable construction, orthotic friendly and removable insole design, and was released in 2024. As a neutral support shoe, it's suitable for runners with neutral pronation.
According to our analysis of reviews from experts around the world, it averages a review score of 79%. This puts it rated just below the median rating of comparable running shoes.
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released | ReleasedJul 2024 | Aug 2024 | Feb 2025 | |||
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Weight | WeightM: 275 g W: 241 g | M: 269 g W: 241 g | M: 281 g W: 235 g | M: 283 g W: 244 g | M: 269 g W: 235 g | M: 224 g W: 187 g |
Forefoot | Forefoot31 mm | 33 mm | 35 mm | 34 mm | 26 mm | M: 32 mm W: 32 mm |
Heel to toe drop | Heel to toe drop6 mm | 6 mm | 6 mm | 5 mm | 6 mm | 7 mm |
Heel | Heel37 mm | 39 mm | 41 mm | 39 mm | 32 mm | M: 39 mm W: 39 mm |
Usages | UsagesDaily running | Daily running | Daily running | Daily running | Daily runningGym | Daily running |
Brand | BrandNew Balance | Skechers | New Balance | Hoka | New Balance | adidas |
Strike Type | Strike TypeFore/Midfoot strike | Fore/Midfoot strikeHeel strike | Fore/Midfoot strike | Fore/Midfoot strikeHeel strike | Fore/Midfoot strike | Fore/Midfoot strikeHeel strike |
Shoe Type | Shoe TypeMaximalist | Maximalist | ComfortableLow dropMaximalist | ComfortableMaximalist | Comfortable | ComfortableLightweightMaximalist |
Breathable | Breathable | |||||
Rocker | Rocker | |||||
Techs | TechsNew Balance FuelCell | New Balance Fresh Foam | New Balance Fresh Foam | |||
Environmental Characteristics | Environmental CharacteristicsSustainable | Vegan Ⓥ | ||||
Common characteristicsRoadNeutralNeutral pronationHigh archOrthotic friendlyRemovable insole |
Mar 2025
“The New Balance FuelCell Propel V5 is a daily trainer that can handle those easy runs and those long runs. And at the price of $120 USD, you are getting easily one of the best daily trainers in the...”
17 minute read
Mar 2025
“Comfortable and with decent performance at a budget-friendly price”
6 minute read
Characteristics | |
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Sports | Running (+2119) |
Terrain | Road (+1421) |
Usages | Daily running (+1185) |
Brand | New Balance (+133) |
Support Type | Neutral (+1661) |
Pronation Type | Neutral pronation (+1636) |
Strike Type | Fore/Midfoot strike (+1166) |
Arch Type | High arch (+1583) |
Shoe Type | Maximalist (+467) |
Fit | Narrow toe box (+239) |
Features | Breathable (+789)Orthotic friendly (+519)Removable insole (+502) |
Materials | Mesh (+1000) |
Techs | New Balance FuelCell (+28) |
Environmental Characteristics | Sustainable (+187) |
Specifications | vs Average | |
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Model | v5 | |
Released | Jul 2024 | |
Measurements | ||
Weight | M: 275 g W: 241 g | |
Heel to toe drop | 6 mm | |
Heel | 37 mm | |
Forefoot | 31 mm |