Rieju E-City: a new alternative in the electric scooter market

Rieju is stepping into the market of small electric scooters with removable batteries.

Known for its combustion engine motorcycles, Rieju is beginning to develop a genuine electric lineup. After launching the 125 Nuuk Urban 6, a strange two-wheeler halfway between a motorcycle and a moped, the Spanish company adds the E-City to its catalog, an electric scooter offered in 50 and 125 cc versions.

This model is powered by a Bosch motor directly integrated into the rear wheel. In its 50 cc configuration, it delivers 1.2 kW (1.9 kW peak) and has a removable 1.56 kWh battery, which guarantees a theoretical range of 70 km in Eco mode. A second battery is available as an option. In compliance with legislation, the maximum speed is limited to 45 km/h.

A Rieju E-City 125 cc capable of reaching 75 km/h

The E-City 125 cc comes with two removable 2.1 kWh batteries, offering a theoretical range of 160 km at an average of 40 km/h. The motor power increases to 3 kW (4.75 kW peak), which remains modest for a scooter in this category. The top speed reaches up to 75 km/h.

Each removable battery weighs about twelve kilos and can be charged in six hours using a standard household socket. Rieju also promises fast charging in 3.5 hours, with no further details provided.

As noted by dealer Go2roues, the Rieju E-City strangely resembles a Chinese scooter already on the market for some time (the Lifan E4). It appears that this is not a truly new model.

Whether chosen as a 50 or 125 cc equivalent, the scooter features 12-inch wheels and disc brakes. A monochrome LCD display and LED headlights are included as standard equipment.

The Rieju E-City costs €3,299 in the 50 cc version. With the second battery, the price rises to €4,019. The 125 cc version is sold for €5,519. The national bonus amounts to €100 for the 50 cc and €900 for the 125 cc.

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