The best electric scooters with extended range

Xiaomi's portfolio has a lot of interesting offers of electric scooters, produced both under the wing of the Ninebot sub-brand and with its own nameplate. One of the most popular home-grown models of the brand is Mi Electric Scooter Pro 2.

The key player in the design of the scooter is a 300-watt brushless motor that transmits torque to the front wheel. The motor allows you to reach speeds of up to 25 km/h and overcomes slides with an inclination angle of up to 20°. The power reserve is 45 km (in ideal conditions of movement at average speed). Plus, you need to be prepared for a 9-hour charging process when the battery is completely discharged. To prevent the rider from slipping, the scooter deck is covered with a silicone pad with a ribbed surface. Xiaomi Mi Electric Scooter Pro 2 is designed for loads up to 100 kg.

The model provides three driving modes: pedestrian at a speed of 5 km/h, standard (allows acceleration up to 20 km/h) and sport (provides high dynamics and speed up to 25 km/h). Switching between them is realized by double clicking on the power button. The selected mode is shown on the info panel, which also displays data regarding movement speed, battery level, lock status, etc.

The scooter has a perforated disc brake at the rear, and an E-ABS anti-lock braking system with KERS recovery technology is located on the front wheel. The efficiency of regenerative braking is adjusted through the Mi Home mobile application. Finally, the model will delight you with a convenient frame folding mechanism. The only “pebble in her garden” is shaking when driving over uneven surfaces, caused by the lack of shock absorption.

The young Hong Kong company Proove specializes in the production of personal electric vehicles for moving in the rhythm of metropolitan life. The X-City Pro scooter will fit perfectly into the concrete jungle.

The electric scooter is equipped with a powerful 350 W motor with front wheel drive. The motor provides good traction, allows you to reach speeds of up to 32 km/h and overcome slopes up to 15°. The scooter is designed for a rider's weight of no more than 100 kg. The standard equipment of the model includes an info display in the center of the upper segment of the steering column, a headlight, a rear brake light and a parking step.

The battery pack of the Proove X-City Pro is removable and is mounted on the steering shaft. The removable design makes it easier to charge the battery, because you don’t have to drag the scooter closer to the outlet. A full charge of the 10.4 Ah battery lasts for 45 km. At least that's what the manufacturer says. In fact, there are often complaints that the “passport” mileage does not correspond to reality - it often differs to a lesser extent from the declared mileage by 1.5-2 times.

Of note, the model provides a cruise control function, thanks to which the user-selected speed is fixed for comfortable conquest of distant frontiers. The cruise mode is activated by holding the current speed for 5-6 seconds, and to turn off the cruise control, just press the accelerator or brake handle. By the way, the scooter uses a disc-type braking system with an energy recovery function, but only the rear wheel is equipped with a brake. Proove X-City Pro is a good choice in favor of the environment and an active lifestyle.

Sharp's breakthrough in the arena of personal electric transport was a couple of practical city scooters. In particular, the EM-KS2AEU-B model will delight you with a decent autonomous range - its range is up to 40 km on one battery charge.

In motion, the scooter relies on a fast 350-watt engine with rear wheel drive. Large 10-inch wheels with inflatable tires provide a smooth and soft ride on various types of road surfaces. There is also a disc brake installed on the rear wheel of the electric vehicle.

The electric scooter has an increased load capacity of up to 120 kg. When the accelerator is pressed to the floor, the Sharp EM-KS2AEU-B develops a maximum speed of 25 km/h. Note that in this mode, the scooter’s power reserve decreases, since the battery consumes maximum energy. The complete procedure for “charging” the battery takes about 7 hours.

There is an info display on the steering column of the model; at the same time, the scooter supports remote control from a smartphone. The mobile application provides information about the route, the current state of the battery, etc. Under the built-in display on the steering wheel there is a USB interface that can be used to charge a smartphone. The gadget holder can be purchased separately; it is also included in some versions of the electric scooter out of the box.

The Ninebot KickScooter Max G30 II is a long-distance electric scooter that offers a range of up to 65 km on a full battery charge.

Such a long autonomous mileage is the merit of a capacious 15 Ah battery built into the body of the scooter. A powerful battery increased the weight of the model to 18.7 kg, however, it can easily pull moderately obese riders in the weight category “up to 120 kg”. When driving, the device reaches a maximum speed of 25 km/h and climbs road slopes of up to 20°.

The driving force of the electric scooter is a 350-watt engine with torque transmitted to the rear drive. The rear brake of the model is electric, and drum brakes are installed on the front wheel. The wheels of the scooter are shod with inflatable tires, which reduce shaking and vibration when driving over uneven surfaces.

The Ninebot KickScooter Max G30 II has a recuperation system that recharges the battery while coasting. Along with it, the model acquired a bright LED headlight, a rear brake light, a bell on the steering wheel and a folding parking step. The display on the scooter's steering column provides information about the current speed, distance, battery charge and the selected riding mode. Comfortable conquest of distant frontiers with such data is ensured in the best possible way.

The 2023 debutant from Ninebot is a representative of the proprietary MAX line, which is positioned as the successor to the G30 II model. The vehicle has a more powerful 450W brushless motor, and its peak performance can be doubled. The motor will “pull” uphill with a climb angle of 22% and will support a rider weighing 120 kg.

Ninebot KickScooter MAX G2 E is equipped with a 15.3 Ah battery. It takes 6 hours to fully charge, after which it should provide about 50 km of range. In addition, it is stated that in ECO mode (speed 15 km/h), a rider weighing 75 kg on flat asphalt can cover up to 70 km without recharging. And on descents, the recuperation function should extend autonomy by providing recharge to the battery.

The electric scooter supports 3 riding speeds (maximum 25 km/h) and walking mode (5 km/h). To switch between them, a laconic dashboard with a display and a button is offered. If necessary, you can interact with transport from a smartphone (via Bluetooth), where, among other things, blocking and advanced statistics are available. And the Find My application for iOS will help you track the current location of the model.

A double suspension is responsible for driving comfort and vibration absorption, with a hydraulic shock absorber at the front and a pair of springs at the rear. The practical 10-inch wheels with a special jelly-like layer, which should independently fill small punctures, also deserve special mention.

The model is equipped with a rear drum brake and supports the TCS anti-skid system for increased safety and control while driving. In addition, there is a loud horn and advanced lighting. The traditional headlight, brake light and E-MARK certified reflectors are complemented by turn signals.

The disadvantages of the electric scooter include its really heavy weight (24.3 kg) and high price tag. But if you want a good power reserve, riding comfort and safety “in one package,” then paying extra for the Ninebot KickScooter MAX G2 E seems justified.