Sunrise Medical/Sterling Little Gem 2 Pavement Mobility Scooter
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Our Take
The Sunrise Medical/Sterling Little Gem 2 is a compact, refined four-wheel scooter. It’s a Class 2 model. So it runs on pavements at up to 4 mph. However, it isn’t made for the road. Four wheels give it a steady, easy ride.
The scooter carries users up to 113 kg. Meanwhile, a full charge covers around 10 miles. That’s plenty for shopping and local outings.
Sunrise’s technical manual gives 47.5 kg with its batteries. The 40 kg often quoted is the machine without them. It does not fold, but the seat comes off — Sunrise weigh it at 10.4 kg — and the batteries lift out. Because it stays in one piece, you’ll need a ramp to load it rather than a car boot. It also needs some storage space at home.
The Sunrise Medical/Sterling Little Gem 2 suits someone who wants a neat, comfy scooter for local trips. So if you stick to smooth pavements and have room to store it, it fits well. Buyers who need a scooter that dismantles for the car should look elsewhere instead.
Most people choose the Sunrise Medical/Sterling Little Gem 2 for the shops and short local journeys, and there are close alternatives worth knowing. The Abilize Aethos SLE trims the weight to 34.9kg and the Abilize Stride Comforter is very similar on paper, while the Iliving USA i3 comes in lighter at 34kg. All are close enough to shortlist alongside the Sunrise Medical/Sterling Little Gem 2.
The Sunrise Medical/Sterling Little Gem 2 is an easygoing choice for pavements and everyday outings. There’s really no substitute for seeing one in person and taking it for a spin. The Find this Product Near Me search finds dealers in your area to compare on price, and Buyer’s Guide runs through what matters.
The Basics
- Scooter Class
- Class 2/Pavement Only
- Brand
- Sunrise Medical/Sterling
- Number of Wheels
- 4
- Pavement Use
- Yes
- Road Use
- No
- Max Speed mph
- 4 mph
- Max Range (Approx.)
- 10 miles
- Total weight — with battery
- 47.5 kg
- Total weight — without battery
- 38.9 kg — derived by taking off the two 4.31 kg batteries. Sunrise’s catalogue rounds this to 40 kg and prints it without a qualifier
- Battery weight
- 4.31 kg each — two 12Ah AGM packs
- Battery removable
- Yes — the batteries lift out of the battery box
- Heaviest Part
- Not published by Sunrise — the only piece weight they give is the seat at 10.4 kg
- Heaviest part comprises
- Not published. The seat comes off, and Sunrise weigh it at 10.4 kg
- User Weight Capacity
- 113 kg
- Folding
- No
- Dismantles (Car Boot Scooter)
- Yes
Key Specifications
- Battery
- 12Ah (type not stated)
- Charging Time
- Check with dealer
- Tyre Type
- Solid (7" front, 7.5" rear)
- Seat Type
- Soft padded swivel seat, flip-up armrests
Key Features
- Quick and easy dismantling
- Lightweight/compact for car boot
- Adjustable padded seat
- Designed for pavement use, good range
Model Dimensions
- Width (cm)
- 51
- Height (cm)
- Length (cm)
- 98
- G/Clearance (cm)
- 6
Sunrise Medical/Sterling
Sunrise Medical is a global giant in the mobility industry. Sterling is one of their flagship brands for mobility scooters and powerchairs, known for its quality and innovative features.