When it comes to electric scooters, the first brands that come to mind are the industry leaders with dominant sales, but there are also some lesser-known brands that can help us get some deals.
What we are particularly thinking about today is Navi, a brand that may not mean much to many of you, but it actually brings interesting and aggressively priced products to the market. In 2023, the company has been particularly active in Italy and has actually launched an updated version of its V40 scooter, V40 Pro and V50 come with directional indicators But it’s more than that.
In this article we would like to discuss in depth Navitas V40However, we also got the V40 Pro: the same review as for the V40 also applies to this version, but you have to add a feature, that is, you can Fold the upper handlebars to save extra space The scooter is “off”.
Navee, Xiaomi and Segway
Let’s start with the basics: The electric scooter industry is extremely saturated and filled with a wide variety of products, many of which are similar. Collaboration and partnership have become the norm today and Navee selects the best current brands as business partners.
let’s think about it Xiaomi and Segway, two sides of the same coin, bringing different products to market but with similar electronics. The Navee V40 is actually a fusion of two worlds: the in-car electronics are Xiaomi-esque, and the V40’s flawless performance is no coincidence. Compatible with Xiaomi Home App, through which you can intelligently manage all product options. Design-wise, however, the Navee V40 definitely draws inspiration from Segway’s F-Series, even if the brand customized the handlebars and added some precious features. So, technically speaking, the Navee V40 is nothing more than a reissue of the Segway-Ninebot F40I, which is certainly not a disadvantage. In fact, we have a 300-watt motor with a peak power of up to 600 watts, which can climb 15% gradient, 10-inch inner tube tires, dual braking system with rear disc and front engine braking, IP55 certification and comfortable in the rain Autonomous driving range 40 kilometers This makes us very satisfied. The system is fully capable of reaching 25 km/h, but Italian regulations impose a 20 km/h limit on the Navee, the maximum speed that can be achieved in S (Port) mode.
We then have a driving mode for driving in pedestrian zones with a speed limit of 6 km/h, and an intermediate mode D that limits all speeds to 15 km/h. Still on the legal theme, the Navee V40 also features direction arrow, the use of electric scooters is now mandatory in Italy. With the future somewhat uncertain, the V40 is also equipped License plate frameanother innovation likely to be introduced by this administration.
Robustness and original functionality
By now, the imprint of Xiaomi and Segway is quite obvious, which for us is a guarantee of quality and reliability. However, Navee’s hands are evident when you look at the handlebars, and we think the company chose a good accelerator with an integrated power button. There is one in the center The “floating” display is very nicebright enough to withstand direct sunlight, and with large graphics.
Unfortunately, regarding the indicators, but working impeccably at both ends of the handlebars, we must point out the same system as the Xiaomi Electric Scooter 4 (Test of the new Xiaomi Electric Scooter 4), use the arrow buttons right left Position separately upside down, we think this is an unfortunate solution that can easily lead to errors while driving. We believe that arrow buttons should be mounted in the classic way, horizontally, not vertically, For example, what happened with the Xiaomi Electric Scooter 4 Pro. In any case, we are talking about a marginal detail that you can get used to with a little patience.
Navee V40 stands out for its performance Apple AirTags’ “secret” slot, so that the scooter can be traced if stolen. However, the housing is located at the base of the handlebar tube and is accessible when folding the scooter. Among Navee’s customizations, we also found an excellent customization Brightness sensorso when night falls, the headlight automatically turns on, a feature rarely seen on scooters.
On the road, the V40 can’t be faulted: it soaks up rough terrain effectively, reaches 20 km/h in no time, and the regenerative braking is very noticeable and kicks in as soon as you release the accelerator button (in the app, You can, however, disable this feature if you don’t like it). We may repeat, but regardless, we found great performance on the Navee V40 Ride experience A recent Xiaomi or Segway brand scooter.
Why choose Navee V40
In the endless field of electric scooters, why choose Navee V40? The answer is very simple: on the technical side we are talking about a rigorously tested, high-quality system that will keep you satisfied for many years, also thanks to Xiaomi-Segway BMS system It protects the battery from a variety of faults and problems.
Even in terms of design, we found the same solidity as the Segway F series, so we really have nothing to worry about; also the metal tubes for the footpegs and the spokes for the rear wheel Easier to close U-lock Or a chain. However, beyond that, we also have additional features from Navee, such as a case for the Apple AirTag, a custom handlebar with a “floating” screen, and a brightness sensor to automatically turn on the headlights – able to illuminate the front of the car . There is plenty of area in front of the car.
Bluetooth connectivity with apps is also a bonus: we’re not dealing with poorly designed and incompatible apps, we can use Xiaomi Home This represents a further guarantee of quality, managing the scooter like any other product from the Chinese giant – we even have recent features to remind us Check tire pressure regularly. Tires with tubes can therefore be punctured, but at the same time are able to adequately absorb most of the vibrations from the ground, as mentioned above. One body Price: 499 euroswhich means that through some promotional activities, it is possible to make the V40 a more cost-effective product.