Electric Scooters for Dubai Metro: Weight, Folded Size and Models Compared
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Quick answer
Many folding scooters meet the 20 kg limit, but size is the problem. Every model we compared has a shortest folded side over 40 cm, so on published figures we cannot confirm that any fully fits RTA’s 120 x 70 x 40 cm limit. The closest are the Xiaomi 4 Lite (2nd Gen) at 44 cm and the Segway E2 at 44.5 cm. Ask RTA before buying one just for the Metro.
How this comparison was made: IonicRide has not measured these scooters or taken them through a station. Figures come from manuals, Xiaomi and retailer listings, checked on 3 November 2026. No model here is described as RTA-approved, because we found no official approved-model list.
What RTA requires
The RTA carriage requirements apply to the Metro and Tram. A scooter must meet all of these:
- Foldable, with no seat
- No more than 20 kg
- Size of 120 cm x 70 cm x 40 cm
- No damaged batteries and no dual batteries
- Batteries compliant with international standards, such as UL or IEC
- No modified parts
- Not wet or dirty
- Protruding parts covered or retracted
You must also fold it in stations and on trains, turn the power off, use the wide gates, not charge it there, and not ride it in stations or on footbridges. Our Metro rules guide covers the process.
The 40 cm question
RTA’s document does not say which side each number applies to. Reports also differ: Gulf News gives 120 x 70 x 40 cm, while Khaleej Times printed 120 x 70 x 120 cm. We use RTA’s own figure. We also do not know how strictly stations measure this, so a good result on paper does not guarantee entry.
Models compared against the limits
To be fair, we matched each scooter’s longest side to 120 cm, its middle side to 70 cm and its shortest side to 40 cm. This is the most favourable way to read the limit.
| Model | Weight | Folded size (cm) | Shortest side vs 40 cm | Evidence |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Xiaomi 4 Lite (2nd Gen) | 16.2 kg | 114.1 x 53 x 44 | 4 cm over | Xiaomi UAE (weight), Kuwait retailer (size) |
| Segway Ninebot E2 | 14.2–15 kg (sources differ) | 107 x 50.4 x 44.5 | 4.5 cm over | Manual, UAE retailer |
| Xiaomi 4 | 17.2 (manual shows no unit, likely kg) | 114.4 x 48.7 x 47.8 | 7.8 cm over | Manual |
| Xiaomi 4 Pro | 17 kg | 120 x 51 x 48 | 8 cm over, and length is at the limit | Manual |
| Segway F2 Plus | 17.7 kg | 114.35 x 57 x 48.4 | 8.4 cm over | Manual |
| Segway E3 | 17.5 kg | 123.5 x 56.4 x 44.5 | 4.5 cm over, and length is over 120 cm | UAE retailer |
Models and generations differ. Check the label and listing of the exact version you buy. All figures are published, not measured by IonicRide.
Which is closest for your needs?
Xiaomi 4 Lite (2nd Gen): closest on size
Xiaomi lists 16.2 kg, a 100 kg maximum load, 10-inch air tyres and a 25 km claimed range. Its shortest side of 44 cm is the closest in this list.
Good fit for: short rides to and from a station. Downside: the claimed range is short, and real range is usually lower with a heavier rider or in summer heat (IonicRide estimate). It is still 4 cm over RTA’s 40 cm figure.
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Segway Ninebot E2: lightest here
The manual lists about 14.2 kg and a UAE retailer lists 15 kg, so confirm the figure for your version. The manual lists a 90 kg maximum load, below the 4 Lite’s 100 kg. The UAE retailer states a 12-month warranty, valid in the UAE, but did not show a price or stock status when we checked.
Good fit for: lighter riders who carry the scooter often. Downside: the lower load limit, and stock needs checking. We do not have an affiliate link for this model.
Xiaomi 4: heavier, with a wider fold
The manual shows a similar folded length to the 4 Lite, with a shortest side of 47.8 cm. It only makes sense here if you prefer this model for other reasons. Check the exact variant you are buying.
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Models we would not choose just for the Metro
- Segway E3: its listed length is over 120 cm, and the UAE retailer showed a backorder.
- Segway F2 Plus: at 57 cm, it has the widest folded side here apart from its length.
- Xiaomi 4 Pro: its 120 cm length leaves no margin.
- Models over 20 kg or with two batteries: these conflict with RTA’s weight or dual-battery rules.
How to check before you buy
- Find the exact model on the listing, then check it against the manual.
- Check the weight on the manufacturer’s page, not just the seller’s title.
- Ask the seller for the folded length, width and height.
- Measure a display scooter, including the handlebars and any parts that stick out.
- Check that it has one battery, no seat and no modifications.
- Ask for battery standard details, such as UL or IEC. A listing badge alone is weak proof.
- Contact RTA with the exact model and size, and keep the answer.
Riding rules still apply outside stations. See our guides to the Dubai permit and where you can ride. For general buying advice, see our best electric scooters guide.
FAQs
Is any scooter officially approved for Dubai Metro?
We found no RTA list of approved models. RTA publishes conditions, not named scooters. Be careful with any listing that says “RTA approved” without proof.
Why do some guides say most scooters fit?
Many focus on the weight. The published folded sizes we checked all go over 40 cm on their shortest side, even when weight is fine.
Can I fold the handlebars?
Some designs have folding handlebars, which can reduce the width. The sources we checked for the models above do not list this. RTA also says protruding parts must be covered or retracted.
Are e-bikes allowed?
RTA’s e-scooter requirements cover e-scooters only. Check our Metro guide for bicycle rules.
Bottom line
Weight is easy to meet, but RTA’s 40 cm figure is not. On published sizes, the Xiaomi 4 Lite (2nd Gen) and Segway E2 come closest, though neither is confirmed to fit. If daily Metro use is the reason you are buying, get RTA’s answer on your exact model first.
Related guides
Sources
- Manuals.plus: Xiaomi 4 manual
- ManualsLib: Xiaomi 4 Pro manual
- Notice Facile: Segway E2 manual
- Segway F2 Plus manual
- UAE Scooters: Segway E2
By Alex at IonicRide. Sources checked 3 November 2026.
