Xiaomi Mi Electric Scooter Pro scooter: the electric scooter for getting around the city [REVIEW]

European cities are increasingly populated by new speeding electric vehicles, registered or otherwise. Mi Electric Scooter Pro is the name of the flagship electric scooter of Xiaomi, the Beijing company that in recent years, together with mobile phones and smart devices, has launched itself into the world of sustainable micromobility. This electric scooter was born from the evolution of the previous model M365 and together with a cheaper entry-level version makes up the pair of vehicles offered by Xiaomi.

Modern and attractive design

Il design of the dark gray body of the Xiaomi Mi Electric Scooter Pro it is clean and attractive thanks also to the red details on the handlebars, along the brake sheath and on the wheels. The material, a high strength 6061 aluminum, limits the weight of the scooter to just 14,2 kg without compromising its mechanical capabilities. Ease of use seems to be one of the fundamental prerogatives underlying the project: with a single intact central button it is possible to turn the vehicle on, off and adjust the settings. Wrapping the single multifunctional button, perfectly integrated into the handlebar structure, is the display from 6 inches with a black background showing instant speed, riding mode, battery life and other useful information.

600w electric motor

La maximum power delivered by the electric motor of the Xiaomi Mi Electric Scooter Pro agent on the front wheel is of 600 w, manageable through the comfortable thumb accelerator three different driving modes. "Eco” indicates the most conservative riding mode which limits the driving speed to 15 km/h and is ideal for pedestrian areas or highly crowded areas. Modest speed and acceleration are achievable with the “D”, the standard one, which combines generous autonomy with more than satisfactory performance: in fact, it can easily reach 20 km/h. Maximum performance is guaranteed by the sporty riding mode "S”, capable of pushing the scooter with great acceleration up to its maximum speed of 25 km/h. By limiting continuous acceleration and driving on flat roads in mode Eco, they can be reached 45 km of autonomy on a full charge.

Level components

La footboard in aluminum the Xiaomi Mi Electric Scooter Pro covered with non-slip rubber and includes the battery pack 12800 mAh, the wheels that are a 8,5 inch internal bladder. This type of tire guarantees excellent grip combined with surprising agility, although the risk of uncomfortable punctures still remains. There braking is combined: the rear wheel is combined with a disc brake controlled by a lever on the handlebar, while on the front when the accelerator is released a regenerative system takes over which uses kinetic energy to recharge the scooter's battery. All this benefits autonomy. The only flaw that emerged while driving was the excessive rigidity of the assembly: the damping of bumps and potholes is entrusted entirely to the inner tube tyres, whose shock-absorbing action, however, is not very effective. Any defects in the asphalt are thus felt on the wrists and elbows, influencing comfort and safety.
With a single press of the only available button it is possible turn on i lights, both a LEDs, very bright and effective even in the dark. Braking triggers the rear light to flash, providing a clear signal to those behind. The time needed for one Full battery charging takes between 8-9 hours and takes place through a transformer slightly larger than a normal PC charger, which can simply be connected to a domestic socket. It is quick and easy to fold the scooter to load it in the trunk of the car or in the elevator. In the case of short stops or quick errands, the scooter must be taken with you due to an unpleasant shortcoming: in fact, there is no ring or anchoring system on the body that would make it possible to tie the vehicle outside shops or bars.

Easy customization

Xiaomi made it possible to connect it Xiaomi Mi Electric Scooter Pro to any mobile device through application Property, “Xiaomi home”. With a few simple commands the dashboard of Mi Electric Scooter Pro it is immediately connected to the smartphone, which displays trip statistics, in-depth information and menus of additional settings (cruise control adjustment, definition of regenerative braking level and firmware update for managing the scooter).

In this period characterized by environmental awareness and reduction of emissions, the idea of ​​owning a electric vehicle, comfortable and versatile it is attracting more and more people of all ages and generations. This Mi electric scooter pro è purchasable from the website Xiaomi for a price of 499 € and represents a concrete alternative to crowded and stressful public transport to move easily around the city. The achievable speeds and ranges are not comparable with those of scooters or motorbikes, but the benefits of owning an electric scooter not subject to bans and free of maintenance costs bring the balance back to the center.