Segway Ninebot Max G3 Review: Real Range, Specs and Price Check
The Segway Ninebot Max G3 is Segway's premium commuter scooter: an 850 W rear motor (2,000 W peak), a 597 Wh battery, dual hydraulic suspension and 11-inch self-healing tubeless tires. The question for a buyer is simple: do the measured numbers justify a price that sits between €800 and €900 in Europe and around $1,000 in the US?
We did not ride this scooter ourselves. Everything below comes from Segway's own specifications and from the independent test data published by eRideHero, plus the hands-on impressions of BGR and Kick & Volt. Where sources disagree, we say so.
At a glance
| Spec | Value (US version) |
|---|---|
| Motor | 850 W nominal, 2,000 W peak, rear hub |
| Battery | 597 Wh (46.8 V, 12.8 Ah), charge time about 3.5 h |
| Top speed | 28 mph (45 km/h) claimed and measured |
| Claimed range | 50 miles (80 km) |
| Weight | 54.2 lb (24.6 kg) |
| Max rider weight | 286 lb (130 kg) |
| Tires | 11 in, tubeless, self-healing |
| Suspension | Hydraulic, front and rear |
| Brakes | Mechanical discs plus regenerative braking |
| Water resistance | IPX6 |
What the tests measured
eRideHero's test numbers are the most useful part of the picture, because the claimed 50 miles is a lab figure at a gentle speed:
| Test | Result |
|---|---|
| Range, regular mode | 24.9 miles (40 km) |
| Range, fast mode | 19.7 miles (32 km) |
| Range, eco mode | 28.7 miles (46 km) |
| Top speed | 28 mph (45 km/h) |
| 0 to 15 mph | 3.5 s |
| 0 to 20 mph | 6.5 s |
| 0 to 25 mph | 8.1 s |
| Braking distance | 10.8 ft (3.3 m) |
So expect roughly half of the claimed range in normal riding. Kick & Volt, which does not test scooters itself and relies on the same data, notes that 24.9 miles is mid-pack: the NIU KQi 300X measured 26.8 miles while weighing 5.5 lb less.
Hills are a strength. Segway quotes a 13° maximum grade, which is about 23%, and eRideHero measured 16.2 mph on its hill-climb test. Kick & Volt's own estimate is that the scooter handles ordinary city hills but slows noticeably above roughly 15%.
Ride and hardware
BGR reports that potholes, sidewalk cracks and speed bumps were "barely noticeable" on the dual hydraulic suspension and 11-inch tires. The deck is 18.9 in long and 7.9 in wide (48 by 20 cm), which is roomy enough for a stable stance, though BGR found it a little small for bigger riders.
The weak spot is the brakes. The scooter has mechanical discs front and rear, and Kick & Volt points out that they have less margin at 28 mph than hydraulic brakes would. The regenerative braking adds only a modest boost to range, according to BGR.
IPX6 is the best water rating in Kick & Volt's commuter group, which makes the Max G3 a sensible choice if you ride in all weather.
Smart features
- Segway AirLock: Bluetooth unlocking when you approach, with an adjustable distance.
- Apple Find My integration for location tracking.
- Full-color TFT display with app connectivity and over-the-air updates. BGR found the screen hard to read in bright sun.
- Cruise control, speed modes and speed limiting. The US specification lists turn signals; the European Segway page we read does not mention them.
Weight and folding
At 54.2 lb the Max G3 is a scooter you wheel into the elevator, not one you carry up stairs. The fold is quick, but folded length is still 48 in (122 cm), so it is not compact. BGR and Kick & Volt both flag the weight as the main drawback.
The European versions
In Europe the scooter is sold as the Max G3 E and Max G3 D, and the numbers differ from the US spec sheet:
- Top speed is listed at 25 km/h (15.5 mph) on the Segway NL store page.
- Claimed range is up to 80 km, calculated for a 75 kg rider at 15 km/h. Segway's German page gives up to 75 km at 20 km/h.
- Net weight is 24.3 kg and the maximum rider weight is 130 kg.
- The NL page quotes a 30% maximum climb and lists a 2,000 W maximum motor power but no nominal power.
- An optional external 468 Wh battery, sold separately, is claimed to reach up to 120 km at 20 km/h. Do not plan around that figure for the standard battery.
- The NL page lists a front disc with a rear electronic brake in one place and front and rear discs in another, so check which brake your version has.
The EU version's nominal power matters for local rules. Italy, for instance, limits scooters to 0.50 kW of continuous nominal power. Always check the national limits before you buy.
Price check
| Market | Price | Source |
|---|---|---|
| US | $999.99 | eRideHero and ElectricScooterFinder |
| US | $899 pre-order, then $1,399 | BGR |
| US | $1,200 MSRP | Kick & Volt |
| Netherlands | €899 (Max G3 E) | Segway NL store |
| Germany | €799 (Max G3 D), list price €999 | MediaMarkt, via escooterskins.com |
Prices move, and the US figures do not agree with each other. Treat them as an orientation and open the offer before you rely on a number. PEV Deals is a deals site and does not sell scooters.
Who it suits
Buy it if you ride year-round in real weather, have hills on your route and want 130 kg of rider capacity without stepping up to a heavy dual-motor scooter. Skip it if you need to carry the scooter, or if you want the most range per dollar.
Sources: eRideHero (Segway Ninebot Max G3 specs and test data); BGR (Segway Ninebot Max G3 review); Kick & Volt (Segway Max G3 review); ElectricScooterFinder; Segway NL store (Ninebot Max G3 E); escooterskins.com (Max G3 D price check).