Piaggio’s MP3 three-wheeled scooter platform hit the market in 2006. Since then, it’s been a major player in urban mobility with a diverse range to suit riders of all skill levels. Between the entry-level MP3 300 HPE and the flagship 500cc variant, the 350 HPE hit the goldilocks mark for many commuters and city dwellers.
For 2021, Piaggio bumps the single’s
displacement up from 330cc to 399cc, prompting the new MP3 400 HPE nameplate.
The extra volume increases maximum output by five horsepower and six lb-ft. The
middle ground HPE now pumps out 35.3 horsepower and 27.8 lb-ft of torque. Along
with the capacity boost, Piaggio worked to reduce engine noise, heat, and
vibration.
Piaggio’s MP3 has always been a
user-friendly platform and features like LED lighting and three-channel ABS
prioritize safety and accessibility. A new, wider passenger seat optimizes
comfort and a self-illuminated trunk accommodates two full-size helmets. MP3
400 owners can now open the compartment manually or via Piaggio’s MIA app.
The cockpit also includes an analog
speedometer and tachometer but includes a digital dash displaying additional
information. Traction control joins the full range in 2021 and the front end’s
tilting suspension locks into an upright position at a stop. The suspension
resumes normal operation when throttle is applied, but the feature should help
stabilize the scooter at stoplights. The standard MP3 400 HPE comes in black
and blue color options and retails for € 8,999 (US$ 10,994). For € 200 more
(US$ 11,238), the Sport variant four different colorways. While the 400 HPE
keeps classic MP3 styling cues and features, the new model also drives the
platform forward.
