Evolet
Evolet Polo specifications and features
Discontinued 2023Every figure from the manufacturer's sheet, plus what each feature actually does for you.
The numbers in context
Each figure read against the 89 electric scooters we have reviewed.
A spec sheet on its own says little. Here every Polo figure is set against the average for the 89 electric scooters on this site, so you can see which numbers are ordinary for the class and which ones set it apart.
The 0.3 kW motor is 4.6 kW below the class average of 4.9 kW, 62nd of 77. Battery of 1.2 kWh is 1.6 kWh below the class average of 2.7 kWh, 84th of 89. Certified range of 90 km is 31 km below the class average of 121 km, 61st of 89.
Charging time is 9 hours, 4 hours above the class average of 5 hours, 81st of 82. Plan on an overnight charge rather than a top-up between errands. Top speed is 25 km/h, 42 km/h below the class average of 67 km/h, 72nd of 89. Kerb weight is 90 kg, 16 kg below the class average of 106 kg, 19th of 69. That is weight you notice at walking pace, in a U-turn and when pushing it into a parking spot.
Seat height is 760 mm, right on the class average of 776 mm. Most riders from about 5'2" will get both feet flat.
Full specification sheet
Electric
- Peak motor power
- 0.3 kW
- Battery
- 1.2 kWh
- Claimed range
- 90 km
- Charging time
- 9 hrs
- Top speed
- 25 km/h
Dimensions
- Kerb weight
- 90 kg
- Seat height
- 760 mm
- Ground clearance
- 200 mm
Engine
- Transmission
- Automatic
Brakes & suspension
- Front brake
- Disc
- Rear brake
- Drum, 130 mm
- ABS / CBS
- E-ABS
- Front suspension
- Hydraulic Telescopic
- Rear suspension
- Double Shocker with Dual Tube Technology Suspension
Tyres
- Front tyre
- 90/100-10Tubeless
- Rear tyre
- 90/100-10Tubeless
Source: Evolet official specifications. Figures can differ between variants; the table shows the range offered.
Dimensions in practice
The Polo weighs 90 kg with fluids, has an 760 mm seat, 200 mm of ground clearance. That clearance is generous: speed breakers and broken roads will not trouble the underbody.
Tyres are 90/100-10Tubeless front and 90/100-10Tubeless rear, tubeless.
Features, and why each matters
Grouped by what they do for you. Underlined items link to a plain-English explainer.
Chassis
Alloy wheels
Lighter than spoked wheels and they allow tubeless tyres.
Lighting
LED headlamp
Brighter, whiter and lasts the life of the bike. Halogens on rivals look yellow by comparison.
LED tail lamp
Lights up instantly, which gives the vehicle behind a fraction more warning.
Electric
Carry the pack upstairs to charge. Solves the no-plug-at-parking problem.
Reverse mode
Walks the scooter backwards out of a tight parking spot under motor power.
Cruise control
Holds a set speed on open roads. Mostly a highway feature.
Over-the-air updates
Software features and fixes arrive without a service visit.
Safety and braking
ABS on the front wheel only. Far better than none; the rear can still lock.
Front disc brake
Sheds heat and works when wet. Worth the small premium over a drum on any commuter.
Tubeless tyres
A puncture deflates slowly instead of instantly, and roadside repair takes ten minutes.
Convenience
USB charging port
Charges the phone on a long commute. Check whether it is Type-A or Type-C.
Keyless start
Start and lock with the fob in your pocket. Convenient, but replacement fobs are expensive.
Under-seat storage
Whether a full-face helmet fits is the question to ask at the showroom.
Equipment against Pony, SX25 and Derby
Equipment present on at least one variant of each; check the variant table for trim-specific items.
Only the Polo has
- Keyless start
Rivals have, it lacks
- Hazard lamps
- Digital console
- Ride modes
- Fast charging
Colours
Polo specs: questions people ask
- How long does the Polo take to charge?
- About 9 hours for a full charge from a home socket.
- Is the Polo suitable for short riders?
- Yes. Seat height is 760 mm, low for the class, so riders around 5'2" and above can reach the ground comfortably.
- Does the Polo have ABS?
- Single-channel ABS on the front wheel. Dual-channel is not offered.
- What features does the Polo have?
- 13 items across 5 groups, including single-channel abs, front disc brake, tubeless tyres, alloy wheels and led headlamp. Some are variant-specific.