Vespa S 150 ie. vs Vespa LX 150 i.e. (2013)

Side-by-side spec comparison, pricing, and a plain-English breakdown of how the Vespa S 150 ie.stacks up against the Vespa LX 150 i.e.. Numbers pulled from manufacturer spec sheets — click either bike for the full review.

Spec comparison

SpecVespa S 150 ie.Vespa LX 150 i.e.
Model year20132012
Price$4,499$4,599
Engine150 cc150 cc
Horsepower12 hp12 hp
Torque12 Nm12 Nm
Weight110 kg110 kg
Seat height31 mm31 mm
Fuel capacity2.3 L2.3 L
Fuel typepetrolpetrol
TransmissionAutomaticAutomatic
Front brakesSingle discSingle disc. Hydraulic
Rear brakesExpanding brake (drum brake)Expanding brake (drum brake)
Tires110/70-11 / 120/70-10 110/70-11 / 120/70-11

Vespa S 150 ie. vs Vespa LX 150 i.e. — which should you buy?

Picking between the Vespa S 150 ie. and the Vespa LX 150 i.e. usually comes down to the numbers you care about most. On paper, the Vespa S 150 ie. brings 12 hp in a 110 kg package, while the Vespa LX 150 i.e. counters with 12 hp at 110 kg. On price, the Vespa S 150 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: