Metro America City
City
Powerful and Portable
The everyday commuter's dream. A feather-light 27 lb frame that hits 20 mph, folds in seconds, and runs on fire-safe battery tech, covered by our warranty.
- 20 mph
- Top speed
- 27 lbs
- Weight
- 4 sec
- 0 to 15 mph
- 1 hour
- Charge
- Folds in seconds for stairs, trains & under desks
- Fire-safe battery with 5-point auto shutoff
- METRO+ app: lock, navigate & track your ride
- Free UPS Ground shipping (3 to 5 business days) & 14-day returns
City
JET · $499 $795
Overview
About the City
The Metro scooter was built for one reason, to make your daily commute faster, safer, and actually worth looking forward to.
Whether you're cutting through city traffic or hopping off at the station, this machine carries you with confidence. Lightweight at just 27 lbs, powerful enough to hit 20 mph, and smart enough to fold in three seconds flat. We didn't stop there.
Why the Metro America Scooter Stands Apart
Most commuters want the same things: reliability, speed, and something that doesn't feel childish when you're carrying it into a building. The City delivers all three without asking you to pick one over another.
It starts with the frame. Metro built this using high strength aluminum and steel that survives thousands of lifts, drops, and road bumps. The latch sits on the inside, so the exterior stays clean and seamless. You fold it down in three seconds. No fiddling. No compromises in structural integrity. It just works, quickly.
Then there's the ride itself. The 700W motor delivers smooth, controlled torque right from the start and once you pass 5 mph, the acceleration picks up with real energy. Zero hesitation.
The dual braking system handles the stopping side: electric braking up front, aggressive disc braking at the rear. Together, they give you fast, precise stops at any speed without traditional front disks that send you over the bars. Come to a full stop within two yards.
Full specs at a glance
The numbers behind the ride
- Top Speed
- 20 mph
- Range
- 18 miles
- Motor
- 700W peak output
- Battery
- 230.4 Wh · 36V · 6,400 mAh
- Weight
- 27 lbs
- Max Rider Weight
- 220 lbs
- Acceleration
- 0–15 mph in 4 seconds
- Charge Time
- ~1 hour
- Torque
- 22 ft-lb
- Transportability
- 5/5
- Repairability
- 4/5
- Weather
- Rain and snow resistant
A Battery Built Around Safety First
Most brands treat the battery as an afterthought. Metro treats it as the foundation. Every cell is sourced from a globally vetted supplier whose standards sit well above industry requirements. On top of that, the battery uses a fire sleeve, surge protection, and a five-point auto shutoff system. Made for you to be worry free.
The result is a 230.4 Wh power platform that was specifically engineered for stability, heat resistance, and failure prevention. You charge it, you ride it. That's the story.
The Best Commuter Electric Scooter for Daily Use
What makes this the best commuter electric scooter in its weight class isn't just one feature it's how every part talks to the rest. The front loaded battery balances weight distribution naturally. Without a motor in the back, everything is predictable and easy to correct.
The aluminum frame keeps the total weight low without softening the build. The motor output is strong enough for real-world roads, not just smooth parking lots.
Add rain and snow resistance, a design made for servicing, and a style that fits any social setting, and you have an electric Machine for commuting that earns a permanent spot in your daily routine.
Built to last, Easy to own
Metro keeps the mechanical design intentionally simple. That means fewer parts to fail, easier servicing, and longer lifespan. Every battery and motor on the line goes through rigorous testing before it reaches you.
The anti-theft system built into the onboard computer adds one more layer of protection. This isn't just a scooter. It's a daily vehicle built to keep moving. Paired with our app and shopping experience, we made it a quick and easy decision for you.
Why riders choose it
Built for the way we actually ride.
Fire-safe battery
Fire-safe cell chemistry with 5 point auto shutoff. Watched over every ride by a smart battery management system.
Effortless torque
Smooth acceleration from a standstill, confident climbs on hilly streets, controlled braking when it counts.
Fold and carry
A tuned aluminum frame folds in one motion, light enough to carry up stairs, small enough to slide under a desk.
Specs
The numbers
- Top speed
- 20 mph
- Acceleration (0 to 15 mph)
- 4 sec
- Battery
- 230.4 Wh
- Charge time (10 to 75%)
- ~1 hour
- Wheels
- 10 inch
- Weight
- 27 lbs
- Certification
- FCC , CE , SGS, ROHS , UL2272/UL2271 Compliant.
METRO+ app
Your scooter, now smarter.
METRO+ turns your City into a connected companion, watching the road, guarding against theft, and getting better with every update.
Bike lane routing
Smart navigation favors bike lane traffic. Your frequent routes up in a second.
Remote locking
Lock your scooter from your phone, anywhere. Metro+ App authenticates, thief gets flagged to us.
Anti theft protection
Multi layer safeguards deter and detect tampering. American development team working hard for your User Experience
Live tracking
Know exactly where your scooter is, in real time. Paired with an Apple AirTag™️.
Speed and boost modes
Set limits for new riders safety, or unlock full performance tuning in app. All a click away.
Always Updating
Continuous updates add features long after you buy. Our simple strong architecture makes us the clear choice.
Engineered for confidence
Safety, built in from the cell up.
Every City battery is lab tested and protected by an intelligent management system that watches over every ride. We obsessed over that so you can own with a sound piece of mind.
Front regenerative braking
Smooth regenerative electric braking captures energy while slowing you down, for predictable, progressive stopping than doesn’t send you over bars like traditional front disk brakes.
Rear mechanical disc brake
A dedicated disc brake adds confident stopping power at any speed, rain or shine ready to stop you at 15MPH in 5 feet.
FCC Certified SAFE
CE Certified SAFE
OverBuilt™️ Battery Management System
Snow, Heat, Water Earth resistant
5 point auto shutoff Developed by 15 engineers
SGS lab tested UL2271 , UL2272 Compliant
Own the streets
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