Vespa LX 125 i.e. vs Piaggio MP3 125 Hybrid (2011)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Vespa LX 125 i.e.stacks up against the Piaggio MP3 125 Hybrid. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecVespa LX 125 i.e.Piaggio MP3 125 Hybrid
Model year20112011
Price
Engine124 cc124 cc
Horsepower10 hp11 hp
Torque10 Nm16 Nm
Seat height31 mm
Fuel capacity2.3 L3.2 L
Fuel typepetrolelectric
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discDouble disc. Two front wheels, one disk per wheel.
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Single disc
Tires110/70-11 / 120/70-10 120/70-12 / 140/60-14

Vespa LX 125 i.e. vs Piaggio MP3 125 Hybrid — which should you buy?

Picking between the Vespa LX 125 i.e. and the Piaggio MP3 125 Hybrid usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Vespa LX 125 i.e. brings 10 hp, while the Piaggio MP3 125 Hybrid counters with 11 hp.

Our spec tables above highlight the winning number on each line. For the full rider-focused reviews including real-world fuel economy, service costs and available colors, click into either bike: