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Xiaomi just did what Xiaomi tends to do best: it took something familiar—an everyday commuter scooter—and gave it a little extra bite. The new Xiaomi Electric Scooter 6 Ultra is being pitched as the flagship of the refreshed 6 Series, and on paper it reads like a response to all the small annoyances riders rack up over months of city use: steep ramps, rough pavement, wet streets, and that constant wish for a bit more power on demand.
This launch isn’t only about the Ultra, though. Xiaomi is rolling out a full ladder of models meant to cover different budgets and expectations: the Xiaomi Electric Scooter 6 Ultra, Electric Scooter 6 Max, Electric Scooter 6 Pro, Electric Scooter 6, and Electric Scooter 6 Lite. Same family vibe, different levels of muscle and mileage—exactly how most people shop when they’re choosing between “good enough” and “buy once, cry once.”
The headline act, naturally, is the Xiaomi Electric Scooter 6 Ultra. It brings up to 1200W peak power and a built-in Boost mode designed for those moments when the road tilts upward and your speed suddenly feels negotiable. Xiaomi pairs that punch with 12-inch all-terrain tires—bigger rubber that should help smooth out cracked sidewalks and uneven asphalt—and a dual-swing-arm suspension setup that aims to keep the ride composed when the city decides to get bumpy.
Range anxiety is still a thing in the scooter world, especially for commuters who don’t want to charge every night. Xiaomi claims a maximum range of up to 75km for the 6 Ultra, which, if it holds up even reasonably well in real-world riding, puts it in that sweet spot where a week of short commutes can feel realistic rather than aspirational.
Stopping power and stability get a serious nod here, too. The 6 Ultra features front and rear disc brakes, backed by an electronic braking system. On top of that, Xiaomi lists E-ABS and TCS (traction control), which is the kind of checklist you want if you’ve ever hit a slick patch and felt the rear tire start to misbehave. Add IPX6 water resistance and it’s clearly built for the kind of “I guess I’m riding anyway” weather—light rain, puddle splash, and those damp streets that seem to show up out of nowhere.
Ergonomics and controls are where a commuter scooter either feels like a tool or a chore. Xiaomi leans into comfort with curved handlebars and a widened deck for a more planted stance, then adds a dual-mode thumb and twist throttle so riders can choose what feels more natural. There’s also a physical four-direction control button—refreshingly straightforward in an era of tap-only everything—and a 3-inch TFT display for quick, readable ride data.
And yes, the connected bits are here. The 6 Ultra works with the Xiaomi Home app for wireless features and supports Apple Find My integration, which could be the difference between “annoying day” and “there goes €800” if your scooter ever walks off without you.
Pricing lands at €799.99 in Europe. For riders who treat the scooter as daily transport—not a weekend toy—the question is simple: is this the model that finally makes the commute feel less like endurance and more like momentum?
Source: phandroid
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