Piaggio MP3 Touring LT 300 vs Piaggio MP3 Hybrid (2012)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Piaggio MP3 Touring LT 300stacks up against the Piaggio MP3 Hybrid. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Piaggio MP3 Touring LT 300 | Piaggio MP3 Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2012 | 2012 |
| Price | — | $7,995 |
| Engine | 278 cc | 278 cc |
| Horsepower | 26 hp | 18 hp |
| Torque | 23 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Weight | 236 kg | 257 kg |
| Seat height | — | 31 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 3.2 L | 3.2 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | electric |
| 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 Touring LT 300 vs Piaggio MP3 Hybrid — which should you buy?
Picking between the Piaggio MP3 Touring LT 300 and the Piaggio MP3 Hybrid usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Piaggio MP3 Touring LT 300 brings 26 hp in a 236 kg package, while the Piaggio MP3 Hybrid counters with 18 hp at 257 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: