Australian price and specification comparison using the live ScootFinder catalogue, with realistic range estimates and state-dependent legality.
Choose the Segway MAX G3 for the stronger Australian support path, larger range buffer, bigger rider limit and more complete braking hardware. Choose the Xiaomi 5 Pro if you want a natively 25 km/h commuter and can verify a meaningfully lower Australian price with local warranty.
Segway's Gen-3 commuter flagship with hydraulic suspension front and rear and strong claimed range, app-limitable to the 25 km/h legal class.
Xiaomi's newer generation commuter with more motor power and dual suspension, available in Australia but with limited local pricing visibility.
Manufacturer range claims are shown separately from ScootFinder planning estimates. A TBC value is left blank by the source rather than inferred.
| Specification | Segway MAX G3 | Xiaomi Electric Scooter 5 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Current price | $1,599 | Price TBC |
| Catalogue status | new-release | current |
| Availability | in-stock | in-stock |
| Claimed range | 80 km | 60 km |
| ScootFinder range estimate | 56 km | 45 km |
| Weight | 24.3 kg | 22.4 kg |
| Maximum rider load | 130 kg | 120 kg |
| Rated motor | 850 W | 400 W |
| Peak motor | 2000 W | 1000 W |
| Unrestricted device speed | 45 km/h | 25 km/h |
| Can be limited to 25 km/h | Yes | Yes |
| Battery | 597 Wh | 477 Wh |
| Water resistance | IPX6 | IPX5 |
| Tyres | 11 inch self-sealing tubeless | 10 inch tubeless |
| Suspension | Front and rear hydraulic | Front and rear |
| Brakes | Front and rear mechanical disc | E-ABS front plus rear drum |
Segway MAX G3: Fits the 25 km/h legal class, but rules still vary by state. Legal to ride within limits in 6 of 8 states and territories. Not permitted for private use in NSW or NT.
Xiaomi Electric Scooter 5 Pro: Fits the 25 km/h legal class, but rules still vary by state. Legal to ride within limits in 6 of 8 states and territories. Not permitted for private use in NSW or NT.
Speed capability is only one part of the rule. Rider age, licence requirements, where you ride and local speed limits also matter. Check the current state-by-state guide before riding.
The MAX G3 leads on paper at 80 km claimed versus 60 km. ScootFinder estimates about 56 km and 45 km respectively for mixed use; neither estimate is a physical road-test result.
The Xiaomi 5 Pro is lighter at 22.4 kg versus 24.3 kg, but neither is comfortable for regular stair carrying.
Segway has the clearer direct Australian product and parts channel. Confirm the Xiaomi seller, local warranty and delivered price before purchase.
ScootFinder has not physically road-tested these two units for this comparison. Published specifications come from the sources below. Real-world range figures are clearly labelled ScootFinder estimates and prices or availability should be confirmed before purchase.
