Kymco Downtown 300i vs Zest Z300T-1 (2017)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Kymco Downtown 300istacks up against the Zest Z300T-1. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecKymco Downtown 300iZest Z300T-1
Model year20172011
Price$5,399
Engine299 cc299 cc
Horsepower30 hp30 hp
Torque24 Nm14 Nm
Weight166 kg145 kg
Seat height31 mm
Fuel capacity3.3 L3.2 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc
Rear brakesSingle disc
Tires120/80-14 / 150/70-13

Kymco Downtown 300i vs Zest Z300T-1 — which should you buy?

Picking between the Kymco Downtown 300i and the Zest Z300T-1 usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Kymco Downtown 300i brings 30 hp in a 166 kg package, while the Zest Z300T-1 counters with 30 hp at 145 kg.

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: