NIU’s recent addition to its KQi line of electric scooters, the KQi 200F, delivers on its promise of being a smart, mid-range commuter scooter that balances portability, comfort, and tech-savvy features. It’s normally reasonably priced, but right now during Prime Day sales you can actually get it for $250 off, dropping the price to just $549. At that price, it’s as affordable as a cheaper scooter while offering features and tech found in pricier models!
In fact, it looks like NIU has some pretty crazy Prime Day sales on just about everything in the e-scooter lineup, so it’s worth checking out.
NIU KQi 200F Video Review
To see how the scooter performs in real-world riding, check out my video review below. But don’t forget to keep reading afterwards for my complete thoughts!
NIU KQi 200F tech specs
- Motor: 700W peak power rear hub motor
- Top speed: 32 km/h (20 mph)
- Range: 54 km (33 mi) as advertised
- Battery: 48V 7.8Ah (365 Wh)
- Weight: 20 kg (44.1 lb)
- Frame: Aluminum
- Suspension: Front suspension fork
- Brakes: Front drum brake, rear regenerative braking
- Wheels: 10 x 2.3-inch air-filled tires
- Extras: LCD display with speedometer, LED headlight and tail light plus handlebar turn signals, safety lockout on folding mechanism, folding handlebars, UL certification
Design and performance
NIU upgraded the 200F over the previous KQi 2 Pro with several meaningful tweaks. The most obvious is the set of new foldable handlebars that not only make the bars wider while riding for more stability, but also fold to reduce the width to just 6.9 inches (17.5 cm), making it easy to stash in tight spaces or car trunks.
The front suspension and 10″ pneumatic tires also offer a cushioned ride that soaks up city bumps quite nicely.
While not a powerhouse compared to some of the hot rod scooters out there, the 700 W peak motor gives it enough muscle to handle moderate hills and keep up with traffic. NIU claims 20% hills can be conquered, though that’s an incline steep enough that I didn’t have access to one. The top speed of 20 mph (32 km/h) feels safe for bike lanes and no one is going to give you dirty looks since you’re basically keeping up with e-bikes, but you might find yourself feeling like a slowpoke on the side of some urban roads if you’re trying to ride in the lane with cars.
NIU equips the KQi 200F with front drum and rear regenerative brakes. The brakes seem plenty strong for me and I like trying to use the regenerative braking as much as I can, leaving the drum brake for when I need to stop even more quickly.
The scooter also includes LED lights in the front and rear, not to mention handlebar-mounted turn signals, which I think are the best place to put them and make your turning indications more visible.
It’s not clear to me that car drivers are actually looking for turn signals on scooters yet, but at least they’ll be visible to drivers – even if they come as something of a surprise.
As a side note, having owned several NIU vehicles myself, I love how the halo LED headlight lends some design consistency from one to the next. It’s not a major feature by itself, but I think it looks cool and so I’m glad they brought it to their standing scooters, too.
Connectivity has always run deep at NIU, which is known for its smart electric mopeds and motorcycles. The KQi 200F continues that legacy.
Bluetooth helps the scooter pair with the NIU app, letting you lock/unlock remotely, adjust riding modes (E-Save, Sport, Custom, Pedestrian), track trips, set cruise control, and adjust charging limits to prolong battery life. That last one is a cool feature that you won’t find from very many electric scooters out there, but it could actually give you several more years of usable range out of your battery, though it should already last several years on its own.
The app is actually the same one I’ve used for NIU’s electric motorcycles and mopeds, so again, it’s great to see some consistency here. And if you’re going to have an app for a kickscooter, at least you can make it well-designed and well-tested. NIU succeeded there.
Alright, but what are the drawbacks?
There’s a lot that I enjoy about the KQi 200F, from how darn smart and connected it is to how darn small it can fold to fit in tight spaces. And the ride is powerful yet smooth, two things that don’t always go well together.
But there are real downsides here, too. The 44 lb (20 kg) weight means that even though the scooter can fold compactly, it’s still going to be heavy for some people to carry. I don’t mind lifting it into a trunk, but if I had to carry it up several flights of stairs, I’d definitely have my fitness monitor congratulating me on the impromptu workout.
There’s also a drop in range when you make full use of the highest power mode, which, of course, is the fun mode. That’s to be expected though, and you can’t fight physics. More power means faster-draining batteries.
I’ll also say that the deck isn’t exactly offering me a ton of real estate. I’m not a big guy, so it works for me. But if you’ve got huge feet or you just like to spread out, you may find yourself reaching for more deck that isn’t there.
Final verdict
All of that being said, and despite the few negatives I could find after looking hard enough, I was VERY impressed with the NIU KQi 200F.
The scooter hits a noticeable sweet spot for urban commuters who want a dependable, smart e-scooter without the premium price. Its thoughtful upgrades – folding handlebars, dual suspension, and solid app integration – show NIU is refining its winning formula, not reinventing it. For daily city use, I’d call it a compelling pick.
But if your needs involve longer rides, faster speeds, or off-road excursions, you’ll likely want a more powerful model. Still, at its current $549 sale price, it’s tough to argue with what you’re getting: comfort, safety, and smarts in a sleek, portable package. And even at its MSRP, I still say it’s worth it!
For a daily commuter or a student living in tight city spaces, the KQi 200F delivers real-world value. It won’t reshape your definition of “fast,” but it just might redefine practical, connected electric commuting.
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