Exoquad Is a Wild AWD Mobility Scooter Aimed at Adventurous Souls With Deep Pockets

Ladies and gents, you've seen mobility machines on our website before, but I can assure you that none are quite like this one. I'm talking about Exotek's Exoquad, a "high-end" mobility machine designed to be your go-to solution no matter the terrain you're trying to get across. To do that, the manufacturer packs this EV with a boatload of hardware and software, not to mention product design, to ensure you reach your destination and do so safely and comfortably.

Now, Exoquad's story begins a few years back; according to their Facebook page, this Norwegian brand hit the market in 2021, so they're rather young, however, no less notable. For instance, they've amassed a following of over 56K people, and you're about to find out why.

First and foremost, the Exoquad is built around an aluminum tube frame, which breaks away from the classic mobility machines we're used to and is more in line with a bite-size dune buggy. A bucket seat places the rider in a recumbent bike position, and controls are all situated at the handlebar, including a reverse function, so there are no pedals here. One downside is that the rider has to steer this ride as they would a bike, so, no joysticks. Then again, Exotek mentions that they allow owners to customize their ride and even offer an array of power levels and abilities, but this feature doesn't seem to be on the menu.

Up next, we have to take a look at the Exoquad's suspension, one of the main reasons why it's grown to be so loved, and maybe part of how Exotek can justify a starting price tag of over $16K (179,000 NOK at current exchange rates) for the basic Exoquad: the 2WD version. That's a price that's bound to have some of you pushing this one right off the proverbial table, but do stick through to at least see why this ride demands so much.

If you've had a look at the images in the gallery, then you've noticed that the Exoquad is rocking a solid and trusted independent A-arm suspension setup. This means that each wheel move separately from the others, and in doing so, offers insane stability and a very level ride for the occupant. Just check out the images of that rider going down a set of steps and the one where the Exoquad is propped up on a brick.

Furthermore, Trusty RockShox is at the center of the action with up to 200 mm of travel and full adjustability. While you won't be catching airtime through the local woods on this one, that suspension setup is more than capable of handling all sorts of terrain. Curbs, mud, gravel, rocks, and even snow are on the list. The latter has to do with the sort of tires this puppy is rocking. Good old fat tires from Kenda with a 4-inch cross-section are at the center of the action.

But, all that would mean nothing without the power to get moving. After all, there are no pedals on this baby, so riders are clearly relying on a motor to get moving. Actually, three motors (AWD version). First, each front wheel comes with its own dedicated powerhouse to help pull it along, but the rear wheels are also powered, this time, with a central drive train that can be seen mounted behind the seat. The latter is chain-driven.

One important side of this story that needs to be considered is the fact that the 2WD version is faster than the AWD, reaching a top speed of 15 kph (9 mph) and 6 kph (4 mph), respectively. This brings us to the battery, which, in both cases, offers up to 6 hours of ride time in mixed conditions. This is made possible by the presence of 2.1 kWh of juice. Once drained, it can take up to 5 hours to recharge from 0-80%.

Yet, the Exoquad resents another benefit for future owners, one that current mobility scooter users are sure to have wished for: a removable battery. With this feature, you won't have to bring your EV inside whenever you want or need to recharge its batteries; just remove the 12 kg (26 lbs) pack, and you're done. This also means that you can grab an extra pack and keep it ready to go for those longer treks and journeys or if you're leading a very active lifestyle. Considering the Exoquad weighs 99 kg (218 lbs) without the battery, we can understand why the manufacturer chose this route. A set of hydraulic disk brakes with 220 mm discs complete the picture.

While it may be extremely difficult to get a feel for the Exoquad from where you're standing, the fact that over 56K people follow this brand's movements means something. But nothing beats a test drive, so find one at a local dealership and take it out for a spin. Just note that they're most common in Europe and not so much in the US.

What do you think about the Exoquad and its contribution to mobility? Should the manufacturer address that price tag? Feel free to comment below.