Vespa S to launch in India by year end

Published July 18, 2013
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Piaggio is planning to add a third scooter to its Vespa line-up with the launch of a sportier version of the Vespa VX called the Vespa S by end of 2013

After entering the scooter segment with its Vespa which was touted as a premium scooter, Piaggio went one step up ahead recently with the launch of a disc brake variant called the VX (Vespa VX launched). News has now come in that they would be launching a sportier variant of the VX titled Vespa S by the end of the year. The major distinctive visual feature of the Vespa S is its 1970s-styled square headlights in contrast to the round one found on the standard Vespa and VX.

To distinguish the scooter further, the mudguard on the scooter has been cut back further to reveal more of the front suspension and the 5-spoke alloys. Also the seat profile has been changed. The instrument cluster has been re-designed to add to its retro charm and sports an analogue speedometer and fuel gauge, digital clock and different tell-tale lights.

No changes are expected on the mechanical front and the Vespa S would be powered by the same engine as on the standard Vespa. The 125cc, 4-stroke, 3-valve engine produces 10.06PS @ 7,500rpm and a torque figure of 10.6Nm @ 6,000rpm and would be mated to a CVT (Continuous Variable Transmission) automatic transmission. Piaggio hasn't revealed any details about the pricing of the Vespa S but expect it command a premium over the VX and hence it won't be cheap by any means.

Although the Vespa was launched as a premium offering, it has managed to carve a niche for itself with the scooter clocking a decent 52,000 units in sales in the past 13 months. Apart from the Vespa S, Piaggio will also launch its flagship 946 by the end of the year. Read More: Vespa 946 coming soon to India