Yamaha unveils Xenter E electric scooter with claimed 108 km range for Europe

Japanese automobile company Yamaha has unveiled its new electric scooter, the Yamaha Xenter E, for the global market. The scooter has been built with the European market in mind and is a "big-wheel" model. The company will launch it in early 2027 or in the spring season.

Yamaha has also shown a concept of the petrol-engine Xenter. Both scooters will be produced in Vietnam.

The Xenter E has a simple, attractive design meant for everyday use. It has a distinctive front apron, a small hexagonal headlight and vertical LED daytime running lights. Its biggest highlight is its large 16-inch alloy wheels. Big-wheel scooters are popular in Europe for a better ride on poor roads and potholes. The scooter will come in two colours, Platinum Silver and Midnight Black.

The electric scooter has a fixed 3.5 kWh lithium-ion battery pack. According to the company's claim, it can deliver a range of up to 108 km on a full charge. Its performance is described as equal to 125 cc petrol scooters on the market.

It uses the new eAxle electric drive system. The motor produces 10 bhp of power and 33.35 Nm of torque. The battery is L-shaped, which leaves good space on the scooter's floorboard. With an 800 W onboard charger, the battery charges fully in five and a half hours.

For suspension and braking, it has a telescopic fork at the front and dual shock absorbers at the rear. For safety, both front and rear wheels have disc brakes with ABS.

The scooter has three riding modes: S for sporty, T for commuting or daily use, and E for range. For infotainment, there is a 5-inch TFT display showing turn-by-turn navigation, battery status and parking location. A USB Type-C port and smart-key ignition are also provided.

Yamaha has not made any official announcement so far about bringing the scooter to the Indian market.