Dual Motor Electric Scooters Under €700: X2MAX vs X11 vs X7
Under €700, the three dual-motor electric scooters worth comparing are the SUNNIGOO X2MAX (€528, 2,400W peak), X11 (€599, 800W dual, 720Wh removable battery) and X7 (€669, 3,600W peak, 150 kg load rating). All three are private-land machines in most EU countries — dual-motor scooters are not type-approved for public roads.
The comparison
| X2MAX | X11 | X7 / X7PRO | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peak power | 2,400W | 800W dual | 3,600W (1,800W × 2) |
| Battery | 48V | 48V 15Ah (720Wh, removable) | 48V 21Ah |
| Range (claimed) | 45–55 km | 45–60 km | 45–60 km |
| Tyres | 10-inch off-road | 10-inch pneumatic | 11-inch off-road |
| Brakes | Dual disc | Dual disc + hydraulic suspension | Dual disc |
| Load rating | — | — | 150 kg |
| Price | €528 | €599 | €669 (X7PRO €689 with NFC) |
| Best for | One real hill, tight budget | Comfort on patched asphalt | Heavy riders, cargo, real trails |
When a dual motor is worth the money
A single 500W motor loses speed on a sustained 15% gradient; two motors share the load and hold speed. That is the entire argument. If your route is flat, a dual motor is weight and cost you will never use. If you weigh over 90 kg, carry a load, or face a genuine climb, a dual motor is the difference between arriving and pushing.
Range, honestly
Every range figure assumes a 75 kg rider, 25 °C, flat ground, eco mode. Add a 15% gradient, a headwind or a rider at 95 kg and knock 25–35% off. The 150 kg load rating on the X7 is the figure that keeps the claim honest for heavier riders — most published ranges do not.
Where you can legally ride
Dual-motor scooters above 500W are not type-approved for EU public roads anywhere. They are private-land machines: farms, estates, caravan parks, industrial yards, private tracks. SUNNIGOO does not market them for road, cycle-lane or pavement use, and any brand that claims otherwise should be treated with suspicion.
FAQ
-
What is the best dual-motor scooter under €700?
For flat-city comfort the X11; for heavy riders and cargo the X7's 3,600W peak and 150 kg rating justify the extra €100 over the X2MAX. -
Are dual-motor scooters road legal in the EU?
No. Public-road use requires type approval (ABE in Germany, EDPM conformity in France); dual-motor performance scooters do not carry it. -
How much faster is dual motor uphill?
Expect 20–30% more sustained speed on a 15% gradient versus a single 500W motor of the same nominal output. -
Are spare parts available in Europe?
Yes — motors, controllers, batteries, brake discs and tyres are stocked in Europe with 2–3 day delivery.
Related: best scooters under €500 · seated scooter guide