Piaggio MP3 Hybrid vs Piaggio MP3 300ie (2012)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Piaggio MP3 Hybridstacks up against the Piaggio MP3 300ie. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Piaggio MP3 Hybrid | Piaggio MP3 300ie |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2012 | 2011 |
| Price | $7,995 | $7,299 |
| Engine | 278 cc | 278 cc |
| Horsepower | 18 hp | 22 hp |
| Torque | 28 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Weight | 257 kg | 236 kg |
| Seat height | 31 mm | — |
| Fuel capacity | 3.2 L | 3.2 L |
| Fuel type | electric | petrol |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Double disc. Two front wheels. One disc brake per wheel. | Double disc. Two front wheels. One disc brake per wheel. |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Tires | 120/70-12 / 140/70-14 | 120/70-12 / 140/70-14 |
Piaggio MP3 Hybrid vs Piaggio MP3 300ie — which should you buy?
Picking between the Piaggio MP3 Hybrid and the Piaggio MP3 300ie usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Piaggio MP3 Hybrid brings 18 hp in a 257 kg package, while the Piaggio MP3 300ie counters with 22 hp at 236 kg. On price, the Piaggio MP3 300ie has the lower MSRP.
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: