BMW Motorrad

CE 04 Electric Maxi-Scooter

Electric motorcycle · L3e · Updated 2026-03

BMW Motorrad's electric flagship scooter — futuristic styling, 130km range, 3.5-inch TFT display, heated grips and full BMW dealer network coverage across Ireland. The benchmark premium electric scooter.

BMW Motorrad CE 04 Electric Maxi-Scooter — electric motorcycle Ireland 2026
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€12,990 After SEAI grants
130km WLTP ~100km real-world
130WLTP range km8.9kWh battery
100Real range kmIrish conditions est.
2.6Max DC kWFast charging
2.6s (0-50km/h)0–100 km/hAcceleration
€12,990Net priceAfter grants
€120Motor tax/yrLowest BEV band

⚙️ Technical specifications

Battery capacity8.9 kWh
WLTP range130 km
Real-world range (Ireland)~100 km
Acceleration (0–100 km/h)2.6s (0-50km/h)
Top speed120 km/h
Torque62 Nm
DrivetrainRWD
Max DC charge rate2.6 kW
Max AC charge rate2.3 kW
ConnectorsType 2 (domestic socket)
Boot capacity30 L
Seats2
Dimensions
Length2,180 mm
Width860 mm
Height1,225 mm
Battery warranty3 years / 60,000 km
CO₂ emissions0 g/km
🏁 WLTP range130km
🇮🇪 Real-world (Irish)~100km

Estimates based on mixed Irish motorway/urban driving. Actual range varies with speed, temperature, load and driving style.

BMW Motorrad highlights

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Urban scooter design
Step-through frame — practical city commuter
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10.25" TFT display
Full connectivity with BMW Connected app
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BMW Motorrad heritage
Built on 100 years of BMW two-wheeler engineering

💰 Irish pricing & incentives

List price (inc. 23% VAT)€14,490
SEAI Electric Motorcycle Grant− €1,500
Net price after grants€12,990

💡 Total savings of €1,500. Always verify eligibility at seai.ie.

SEAI Electric Motorcycle Grant €1,500 Motor tax €120/yr Home charger grant €300
Estimated annual running costs (15,000km)
Home/depot charging (€0.24/kWh)~€246
Public charging (€0.49/kWh avg)~€503
Motor tax€120/yr
Saving vs petrol equivalent (€1.8/L)~€2,454/yr
💡 Fuel savings: At €0.24/kWh depot charging rate vs diesel at €1.65/L, annual fuel savings on the CE 04 at 25,000km are typically €2,000–€4,000 depending on route profile.

🚘 CE 04 — All Trims & Pricing Ireland 2026

All prices are guide prices. Private buyer prices shown after SEAI Electric Motorcycle Grant (€1,500). Confirm current pricing with your authorised dealer.

Model / Trim Battery & Range Price After Grants
CE 04
Standard
8.9kWh · 130km €14,490€12,990
CE 04 with Riding Assistant Plus
Tech Pack
8.9kWh · 130km €16,490€14,990

Prices include 23% VAT. Net prices shown after SEAI Electric Motorcycle Grant (€1,500). Always verify at seai.ie.

🇮🇪 CE 04 on Irish routes

Range analysis for typical Irish urban, commuting and touring motorcycle routes.

🏙️ Daily urban commute 40km · /day
✅ Comfortably within daily range
🌊 Dublin → Wicklow coast 80km · N11
✅ Single charge — 20km remaining
🏛️ Dublin → Newgrange loop 100km · M1/N51
⚡ Charge stop recommended
🏰 Dublin → Kilkenny 120km · M9
⚡ Charge stop recommended
🏠 Cork city commute 30km · /day
✅ Single charge — 70km remaining
🛣️ Belfast → Dublin 165km · M1
⚡ Charge stop recommended

Based on ~100km estimated real-world range. Actual range varies with load, speed and conditions.

👥 Is the CE 04 right for you?

Daily urban commute✅ Excellent
Weekend touring route⚠️ Plan charge stops
Charging at home (overnight)✅ Standard socket sufficient
Motorway capable⚠️ Check max speed for motorway use
Motor tax€120/yr
VRT relief eligible✅ €0 relief
Delivery / courier use✅ Ideal for urban courier work
💡 Best for: Premium urban commuter scooter.

⚡ Charging guide

🏠 7.4kW home wallbox (0–100%)~2h
⚡ 50kW ESB ecars DC (10–80%)~7min
Connectors (DC)Type 2 (domestic socket)
Connectors (AC)Type 2
🔌 Irish networks: The BMW CE 04 scooter charges via a standard Type 2 AC connection — compatible with most home wallboxes and public AC chargers in Ireland.

The CE 04 charges via a standard 2.3kW or 6.9kW onboard charger using a Type 2 cable. At home on a standard 2.3kW socket, a full charge takes around 4.5 hours — ideal for overnight charging.

📐 Dimensions & cargo

Length2,180 mm
Width860 mm
Height1,225 mm
Boot capacity30 L
TowingNot rated
Seats2
Battery warranty3 years / 60,000 km
🔋 Battery warranty: 3 years / 60,000 km. Manufacturer covers against capacity loss below 70%.

❓ Frequently asked questions — BMW Motorrad CE 04 Electric Maxi-Scooter

The BMW Motorrad CE 04 Electric Maxi-Scooter has an Irish list price of €14,490 (including 23% VAT). After the SEAI Electric Motorcycle Grant of €1,500, the net cost is approximately €12,990. The range starts from €14,490 list price. Confirm current pricing with your authorised dealer and verify grant eligibility at seai.ie.
The BMW Motorrad CE 04 Electric Maxi-Scooter has a WLTP official range of 130km. In real-world Irish conditions — stop-start delivery routes, cold mornings and motorway runs with payload — expect approximately 100km per charge. This suits depot-based daily operations comfortably.
Yes. The BMW Motorrad CE 04 Electric Maxi-Scooter is designed for urban and suburban commuting with a real-world range of approximately 100km. For a typical Irish commute of 30–50km/day, it will run 2–4 days between charges. Charging takes place overnight on a standard 3-pin socket — no special charging equipment required. Motor tax is €120/yr, among the lowest in Ireland.
Charging the BMW Motorrad CE 04 Electric Maxi-Scooter from empty to full costs approximately €3 at a standard rate of €0.29/kWh. Over 10,000km/year, electricity costs are typically under €400 — versus €1,200–€1,800 for a petrol equivalent. Maintenance is also significantly lower with no oil changes, clutch, or exhaust system. Motor tax is €120/yr.
The BMW Motorrad CE 04 Electric Maxi-Scooter is registered as a motorcycle and requires a standard motorbike licence in Ireland — category A2 for bikes up to 35kW, or category A for full-power motorcycles. If you have a full car licence (category B) held for 2+ years, you may be entitled to ride small motorcycles under certain conditions — check with the NDLS at ndls.ie.
The BMW CE 04 is classified as a motorcycle (L3e) in Ireland, requiring a category A licence (or A2 for limited power version). A full car licence (category B) does not cover motorcycle use unless you have additional entitlements. Check with the NDLS at ndls.ie.
The BMW Motorrad CE 04 Electric Maxi-Scooter supports up to 2.6kW DC and 2.3kW AC charging. At a 7.4kW home wallbox, a full charge takes approximately 2 hours. At a 50kW ESB ecars rapid charger, 10–80% takes around 7 minutes.
The BMW Motorrad CE 04 Electric Maxi-Scooter uses CCS (DC fast charging) and Type 2 (AC), compatible with all major Irish networks including ESB ecars, Ionity, EZO, Circle K and Applegreen.
Motor tax for the BMW Motorrad CE 04 Electric Maxi-Scooter is €120 per year — the lowest available band in Ireland (A1, 0g/km CO₂). All battery electric vehicles registered as private cars qualify for this rate, compared to €280–€700+/year for an equivalent petrol or diesel car.

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📐 Calculators for the CE 04
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Home Charging Cost Calculator
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Public Charging Cost Calculator
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