Everything You Need to Know About Your E-Scooter's Rated and Peak Power

Everything You Need to Know About Your E-Scooter's Rated and Peak Power

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How much power does your VMAX need?

By Laura – April 2025

An e-scooter’s power determines how fast and powerful it is—and is measured in watts (W). All E-Scooter VMAX VX series have a maximum rated power of 500 W, which can be increased to a peak power of up to 800–1600 W depending on the situation. This ensures you remain compliant with the law (Switzerland & Germany) while still having enough power for city riding, touring, or hills.

What does "power" mean in the context of a VMAX E-Scooter?

The performance of your VMAX scooter depends on several factors:

  • Rated power (watts): The continuous motor power is 500 W, in compliance with legal requirements (does not apply to our racing models).
  • Peak power: Short-term maximum power for acceleration, hills, or carrying a load—up to 1,600 W, depending on the model.

Why is a 500-watt rated power output important?

In Switzerland and Germany, E-Scooter must have a maximum rated power of 500 W to be operated legally E-Scooter public spaces. That’s why all VMAX VX models are designed to meet this requirement. Thanks to modern technology, they still deliver extra power when you need it—for example, on hills or when pulling away.

Which plan is right for you?

Model Peak power Max. payload gradient Range
VX5 PRO 800 W 120 kg 25% up to 40 km
VX2 PRO 1200 W 130 kg 28% up to 60 km
VX2 EXTREME ★ Bestseller 1600 W 150 kg 33% up to 70 km
VX4 1600 W 150 kg 33% up to 100 km
Tip: For maximum power on hills, choose a model with 1600 W peak power, such as the VX2 EXTREME or VX4 —it’ll get you up any hill!

Tips for Optimizing Performance

  • Proper battery care: Charge regularly, avoid deep discharge
  • Optimize tire pressure: Less rolling resistance = greater efficiency
  • Travel Light: Less Weight Means More Range

FAQ – Frequently Asked Questions About the Service

Which VMAX is the most powerful?

The VMAX VX4 with 1600 W peak power and a range of up to 100 km is ideal for touring and hills—closely followed by the VX2 EXTREME, which also offers 1600 W peak power and is particularly compact and sporty on the road.

What are the benefits of peak performance?

More power for hills, acceleration, and towing capacity—exactly when you need it.

How many watts do I need for hills?

For loads of up to 33%, we recommend models with a peak power of 1600 W, such as theVX2 EXTREME or VX4.

Conclusion

With a rated power output of 500 W, you’re fully compliant with the law in Switzerland and Germany—and thanks to a peak power output of up to 1,600 W, the VMAX still delivers plenty of power when you need it most.

This is how your E-Scooter combines the best of legality and performance.

Ready for an upgrade? Choose your VMAX now with the power that’s right for you! Discover it now 🚀