Vespa GTS 300 IE vs Piaggio MP3 Hybrid (2013)
Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Vespa GTS 300 IEstacks up against the Piaggio MP3 Hybrid. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.
Spec comparison
| Spec | Vespa GTS 300 IE | Piaggio MP3 Hybrid |
|---|---|---|
| Model year | 2013 | 2012 |
| Price | $5,999 | $7,995 |
| Engine | 278 cc | 278 cc |
| Horsepower | 22 hp | 18 hp |
| Torque | 22 Nm | 28 Nm |
| Weight | 158 kg | 257 kg |
| Seat height | 31 mm | 31 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 2.4 L | 3.2 L |
| Fuel type | petrol | electric |
| Transmission | Automatic | Automatic |
| Front brakes | Single disc | Double disc. Two front wheels. One disc brake per wheel. |
| Rear brakes | Single disc | Single disc |
| Tires | 120/70-12 / 130/70-12 | 120/70-12 / 140/70-14 |
Vespa GTS 300 IE vs Piaggio MP3 Hybrid — which should you buy?
Picking between the Vespa GTS 300 IE and the Piaggio MP3 Hybrid usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Vespa GTS 300 IE brings 22 hp in a 158 kg package, while the Piaggio MP3 Hybrid counters with 18 hp at 257 kg. On price, the Vespa GTS 300 IE 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: