Peugeot Metropolis 400 vs Piaggio Mp3 400
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Peugeot Metropolis 400 vs Piaggio Mp3 400. Peugeot Metropolis 400: 34 hp @ 7,250 rpm hp, 275 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 155 km/h, Motoryk rating 6.5/10. Piaggio Mp3 400: 35 hp @ 7,500 rpm hp, 275 kg (wet/curb weight) weight, top speed 155 km/h, Motoryk rating 7.8/10.
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Peugeot Metropolis 400
Piaggio Mp3 400
Horsepower (hp)
34 hp
35 hp
Torque (Nm)
38 Nm
38 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
155 km/h
155 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
275 kg
275 kg
Type
Scooter
Scooter
Horsepower
34 hp @ 7,250 rpm
35 hp @ 7,500 rpm
Torque
38 Nm @ 5,500 rpm
38 Nm @ 5,250 rpm
Top Speed
155 km/h
155 km/h
Weight
275 kg (wet/curb weight)
275 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
4.5 L/100km (estimated real-world average)
4.5 L/100km (approx. 22 km/L) — estimated real-world average
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Peugeot Metropolis 400
6.5/10
"Capable, practical three-wheeler undermined by ownership costs and dealer scarcity."
Pros
+Superb wet-weather stability
+Commanding, confidence-inspiring riding position
+Generous underseat storage
Cons
−Patchy parts and dealer network
−Front linkage wears prematurely
−Heavy, awkward low-speed manoeuvring
Piaggio Mp3 400
7.8/10
"The best urban commuter you've never seriously considered buying."
Pros
+Rain confidence is exceptional
+Hydraulic parking lock feature
+Bulletproof engine when serviced
Cons
−Front linkage repairs are costly
−Specialist servicing required
−Breathless above 75mph
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