How fast do mobility scooters go?

If you struggle with your mobility, a mobility scooter is a great way to get from A to B with very little effort, and most often at a faster pace than walking. 

One of the questions we get asked a lot from prospective scooter users is “How fast do mobility scooters actually go?”. The answer to this varies depending on which scooter you choose, which we over in this article. 

How fast do mobility scooters go?

To answer this question, it’s important to note that mobility scooters come in different categories and ‘classes’, which affect how fast they can go. 

Let’s take a look at each category. 

Travel & Foldable Mobility Scooters

Lots of people looking to buy a new mobility scooter want a portable model for easy transport and travel. Boot scooters are lightweight and can be dismantled so they are car transportable. They’re also ideal for popping out to local shops and other short journeys, being compact in size.

Folding mobility scooters are great if you want to avoid disassembly to transport your scooter. Super compact and easy to store, they’re perfect for travel on public transport. And if you’re going on holiday, you might be looking for a folding scooter with lithium batteries so you can avoid having to hire a mobility scooter.

Most travel and foldable mobility scooters have a max speed of 4mph.

We sell a range of lightweight, folding scooters which can be seen on this page.

Class 2 Pavement Mobility Scooters

Class 2 scooters are designed for pavement use. Mid-size scooters generally offer more comfort and have bigger batteries for longer distance trips. Suspension is one of the most popular features and you get a choice of mobility scooter accessories to improve your ride.

Class 2 Pavement Mobility Scooters have a max speed of 4mph.

An example of a class 2 scooter is the Leo Mobility Scooter. 

Class 3 Road Legal Mobility Scooters

Class 3 mobility scooters are designed to be used on the road and come with an extra set of safety features like mirrors, lights and enhanced braking systems.  They’re perfect if you want to take longer distance trips from home, with long-range batteries built in.

Class 3 Road Legal Scooters have a max speed of 8mph. They also feature a 4mph speed limiter for pavement use.

An example of a class 3 scooter is the Orion Mobility Scooter. 

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