Mobility scooters are very important equipment that helps seniors and younger people living with disabilities to maintain their independence. They help those persons improve their quality of life because they can move around without needing aid from anyone. But questions often arise before the purchase as to how long can a mobility scooter go after a single charge. It’s natural for a buyer to ask how far it can travel before it runs out of power. In this article, we’ll try to highlight the orange offered by different types of mobility scooters. 

Mobility scooters distance on a full charge

How far a mobility scooter goes on a single full charge will depend on specific factors, and mostly determined by the scooter group:

1. Portable boot scooters- Also referred to as small boot scooters, these scooters are designed for flat pavements, paved pathways, and shopping trips. They usually cover a distance of 10 miles on average on a single charge. 
2. Mid-range scooters- These can increase your distance to anything up to 25 miles on a single charge because they are fitted with bigger batteries. Also known as class 2 mobility scooters, they are the ideal option for those who wish to travel longer distances. 
3. Road-legal mobility scooters- these can take you even further. Often referred to as Class 3 scooters, road-legal mobility scooters can give you up to 30-40 miles on a single charge. 

In many cases, the manufacturer will include a guide for the maximum distance range. Which is often dependent on the size of the mobility scooter you select. But the following factors will affect how far you can go with your mobility scooter, manufacturer’s range guide notwithstanding. 

Factors that determine how far a mobility scooter can go on a single charge

How far a mobility scooter can go on a full charge will depend on several factors including a model of the scooter. Driving style, battery size, rider weight, power, the terrain you’re driving on, and age. But you’ll most likely get the speed of 5 miles to 45 miles, depending on the model. Just specific models like the EW-36 mobility scooter will go for up to 45 miles. Nonetheless, regular mobility scooters usually go up to 20 miles. 

• Tire pressure- ensure your tire pressure is optimal as under-inflated tires will negatively affect the distance you can go as well as speed 
• Payload- carrying more load means your battery will discharge faster, hence lowering the distance you can go on a single charge. While most scooters have a maximum load capacity of around 220lbs, some special models can carry as much as 450lbs. However, the standard weight for optimal performance is usually 165lbs
• Weather- more air resistance or wet surface will slow down your scooter, hence discharging more. Which leads to shorter distance covered
• Terrain- rugged terrain means the scooter will be slowed, which affects speed and battery performance. 
• Driving style- sudden braking, accelerating, and decelerating will lead to higher energy consumption and shorter travel distance.