The electric market is gaining ground. Two-wheelers are not currently affected by the European Union’s decision to end the sale of new cars and utility vehicles equipped with combustion engines from 2035. However, many brands have taken the lead and now offer electric scooters from 50 to 125 cc. Which electric scooter to buy? Discover our selection of the best models to help you make your choice.
OUR SELECTION OF THE BEST ELECTRIC SCOOTERS IN 2023
The electric car market is booming. That of two wheels follows the same dynamic and the catalog of electric scooters continues to expand.
The reasons for buying an electric scooter today are varied. Buying an electric scooter is usually more expensive, but in the face of ever-increasing fuel costs, it is ultimately a choice that will save you money . In addition, restrictions on thermal vehicles are tending to tighten. Some cities like Paris have decided to charge parking for motorized two-wheelers, but electric scooters are exempt from this rule and always benefit from free parking .
Your motivations can also be ecological because electric pollutes less than thermal. Finally, it is undeniable, electric motors are easier to maintain and current batteries now offer sufficient autonomy for regular use.
The days of combustion engines are over. If you want to take the plunge, this guide is for you. Here is our selection of the best electric scooters.
THE BEST 50CC SCOOTERS
NIU NQI SPORT 50
If a 50cc equivalent scooter is what you have in mind for commuting around town, the NIU NQI Sport 50 is for you. Its design, which recalls the main lines of Peugeots with a little Italian touch on the front, is modern and versatile. Note also that a helmet storage location is provided, which is not nothing in this category.
Equivalent to 50 requires, the NQI Sport 50 reaches the maximum speed of 45 km/h offers a range of 70 km for its NQi Sport Extended Range version or 50 km for its NQi Sport Standard Range version. Its battery is removable, which allows the device to be recharged without having to bring it inside a building. Count at least 7 hours to be able to fully recharge it; in other words, it will have to be plugged in all night.
If you’re looking for a simple, no-frills little city scooter that rides smoothly and charges easily, this is simply the go-to.
- Nominal motor power : 1.5 kW
- Maximum motor power : 1.8 kW
- Maximum speed : 45 km/h
- Driving modes : 3 (SPORT, DYNAMIC and E-SAVE)
- Autonomy : 50 km for the Standard Range version and 70 km for the Extended Range version
UNU SCOOTER PRO
Even if it means having a small electric scooter, why not stand out? The UNU Scooter is made for you, with its design which again recalls the Italian manufacturers, but emphasizes the rounded lines to play on futurism. This can also be seen on the services side, since you can start your scooter using a dedicated application or the contactless card provided.
It too is limited to a top speed of 45 km/h, but boasts a wide range of 100 kilometers with 2 independent batteries that must be used one after the other. Full recharge takes about 7 hours, and batteries can be rented or purchased.
The trunk under the seat, designed for 2 people, can store two batteries but also two helmets and your belongings. The UNU application allows you to view trip statistics, check the battery level or even geolocate the scooter.
- Maximum motor power : 4 kW
- Maximum speed : 45 km/h
- Riding Modes : No
- Autonomy : 50 km with one battery, 100 km with 2 batteries
RIDER 3000 WATT
The Rider 3000W 2022 electric scooter will seduce you with its rounded curves. With its advertised autonomy of 100km, it is a 50cc scooter based on the same model as the Rider 5000W which is a 125cc. It is therefore a solid model, which holds up.
Your maneuvers are simplified thanks to the presence of a reverse gear. Its 3000W motor quickly reaches 45 km/h. With its 2 driving modes, you can limit your speed. The “Low” mode which will allow you to go up to 30 km/h and will offer you a better autonomy of up to 120 km.
Its removable battery can be recharged in just 5 hours on a standard 220V socket. With its maximum load of 150kg and its sufficiently long seat, you can comfortably transport a passenger.
- Rated motor power : 3 kW
- Maximum motor power : 3 kW
- Maximum speed : 45 km/h
- Driving modes : 2 (Low and High)
- Autonomy : 100 km (up to 120 km in Low mode)
BRUMAIRE ELECTRIC SCOOTER
The electric scooter offered by the French brand Brumaire is a 3000 Watt scooter equivalent to 50 cm3, Equipped with 2 batteries that recharge in just 4.5 hours, you have 2 driving modes. You can either choose the eco mode which allows you to go at 30 km/h and which offers a range of 80 km, or the Sport mode which allows you to reach 45 km/h for a range of 60 km.
By taking the tacking option, you receive an anti-theft alert in real time during a theft attempt. The mobile application allows you to geolocate your scooter and the route history gives you the possibility to see the movements made by your two-wheeler.
- Rated motor power : 3 kW
- Maximum motor power : 3 kW
- Maximum speed : 45 km/h
- Driving modes : 2 (eco and sport)
- Autonomy : 80 km in eco mode, 60 km in sport mode
THE BEST 125CC SCOOTERS
SILENCE S01 MORE
The Silence S01 Plus is a high-end scooter capable of going up to 100 km/h. With its autonomy of more than 130 kilometers, it is a scooter with good acceleration power since it can go from 0 to 50 km/h in just 2.9 seconds. The scooter allows you to choose from 3 different driving modes: Eco mode which limits the speed to 70 km/h and offers smooth acceleration, which allows for better autonomy, City mode which delivers a balance between power and autonomy with a speed limited to 80 km/h and the Sport mode which allows you to reach 100 km/h with strong acceleration.
Its sporty design features beautiful finishes. The seat is comfortable and large enough to accommodate an additional passenger. The trunk under the seat is large and offers significant storage space. The removable battery is equipped with wheels and a handle, which makes it easy to transport. You can plug it into a 220V household outlet at home or at your workplace. Once the battery is completely drained, it will take you 6 hours of charging to refill it.
Thanks to its screen, you can easily obtain the estimate of the remaining autonomy. The double USB socket allows you to charge your smartphone. With the Android and iPhone compatible Silence app, you can start or stop your scooter remotely. You can also open your safe remotely. The application includes an alarm and geolocation.
- Rated motor power : 7.5 kW
- Maximum motor power : 9 kW
- Maximum speed : 100 km/h
- Driving modes : 3 (Eco, City and Sport)
- Autonomy : 133 km
SUPER SOCO CPX
The Super Soco CPx is a good alternative for those looking for the equivalent of a 125 cubic centimeter scooter. Be careful though, as evidenced by its maximum speed of 90 km / h, this scooter is mainly intended for use in town or on secondary roads. Note anyway: its turning radius is not very wide, which can possibly hinder you to slalom between cars. This 4000 Watt rated power electric scooter offers a very smooth ride and smooth acceleration. It offers 3 different driving modes that limit the speed to 45, 65 and 90 km/h. If you are looking for a scooter to have strong sensations, this model is not made for you.
You also have a comfortable place to have a passenger with you. By taking a second battery, you double your autonomy to reach 140 kilometers. The battery can be recharged very simply on a mains socket in just four hours.
- Rated motor power : 4 kW
- Maximum motor power : 6 kW
- Maximum speed : 95 km/h
- Driving Modes : 3
- Autonomy : 80 km with one battery, 160 km with 2 batteries
SEAT MB 125
The Seat Mo 125 is, as its name suggests, also an equivalent to the 125 cc. Here, the design is all the same a little more original and modern. It will not go unnoticed among the waves of gasoline-powered city scooters. The Mo 125 is intended to be a little rougher than the Super Soco CPx.
Produced in partnership with Silence, with its autonomy of 133 km, this electric scooter is capable of going from 0 to 50 km/h in less than 4 seconds. We will immediately note the absence of ABS, which may scare off less experienced drivers. However, its maximum speed of 95 km/h makes it somewhat easier to overtake in town, and its battery on wheels is removable, which allows greater ease of charging while avoiding some risk of theft. The scooter is otherwise very pleasant to ride.
Count 8 hours of charging on a classic socket or 4 hours on the dedicated terminal. The great advantage of the Seat Mo 125 eScooter is to be seen on the side of ease of use and maintenance for a city dweller, who will not need a garage to let his machine sleep in peace while recharging his battery. .
- Rated motor power : 7 kW
- Maximum motor power : 9 kW
- Maximum speed : 95 km/h
- Driving Modes : (Eco, City and Sport)
- Autonomy : 133 km
RIDER 3RS+
After the Rider 3R in 50 cc and the Rider 3RS in 125cc limited to 70 km/h, the Go2roues brand is launching its new high-end soccer. Equipped with 3 wheels, the Rider 3RS+ is capable of going up to 90 km/h. This scooter offers a range of 140 km in town or 90 km on the highway thanks to two removable batteries. Its battery is fully recharged in 5 hours on a 220V socket.
Its 36-litre trunk under the saddle is large enough to store two full-face helmets. With its 7-inch LCD screen and USB port, the Rider 3RS+ offers stability and security. It is notably equipped with ABS braking.
- Rated motor power : 5 kW
- Maximum motor power : 9 kW
- Maximum speed : 90 km/h
- Riding Modes : 2
- Autonomy : 140 km
FRISIAN T10
The Frison T10 is a very capable 125cc scooter. With its 9,000 Watt motor, it can easily reach 120 km/h. So you can drive on the highway. Its announced autonomy of 260 km allows you to achieve great distances.
The space available in the storage compartment under the seat is quite limited since it is only 28 litres. Its battery, which fully recharges in just 6 hours, is unfortunately not removable.
- Rated motor power : 8 kW
- Maximum motor power : 18 kW
- Maximum speed : 120 km/h
- Driving modes : 3 (High, medium, low)
- Autonomy : 260 km
WHAT IS THE AUTONOMY OF AN ELECTRIC SCOOTER?
The autonomy of an electric scooter will mainly depend on the model chosen and the mode of driving. Thus, driving in eco mode will preserve the battery more, while more sporty driving will reduce your range. Some scooters will offer a range of only 50 km with a single battery while others will have up to 260 km of range, such as the Frison T10.
HOW LONG DOES AN ELECTRIC SCOOTER BATTERY LAST?
The life of an electric scooter battery is expressed in cycles. Please note that the lowest-end electric scooters are generally equipped with a lead-acid battery. This type of battery has a reduced lifespan of only 12 to 18 months, i.e. a journey of 10,000 km. Current lithium-ion batteries are more efficient and have a longer lifespan. They can last between 500 and 800 cycles. If your scooter has a range of 80km per recharge cycle, with a lifespan of 800 cycles, you can complete a journey of 64,000 km.