Sym Cruisym 300 vs Kymco Downtown 350
Side-by-side comparison for used motorcycle buyers
Performance at a Glance
Green = winner per metric · Bars are relative to the higher value
Sym Cruisym 300
Kymco Downtown 350
Horsepower (hp)
24 hp
28 hp
Torque (Nm)
24 Nm
29 Nm
Top Speed (km/h)
130 km/h
145 km/h
Weight (kg) — lower is better
195 kg
208 kg
Type
Scooter
Scooter
Horsepower
24 hp @ 7,500 rpm (estimated)
28 hp @ 7,500 rpm (estimated)
Torque
24 Nm @ 6,000 rpm (estimated)
29 Nm @ 6,000 rpm (estimated)
Top Speed
130 km/h (estimated)
145 km/h (estimated; note: may vary slightly by market and configuration)
Weight
195 kg (wet/curb weight)
208 kg (wet/curb weight)
Fuel
3.5 L/100km or approximately 28.5 km/L (estimated real-world average)
3.5–4.2 L/100km (approximately 24–29 km/L typical real-world average)
Fairing
Yes
Yes
Individual Reviews
Sym Cruisym 300
7.0/10
"Unglamorous but genuinely useful urban transport that rarely disappoints."
Pros
+Genuinely comfortable floorboard ergonomics
+Confident dual-carriageway capability
+Excellent fuel economy
Cons
−CVT belt neglect common
−Parts availability still patchy
−Zero excitement factor
Kymco Downtown 350
7.0/10
"Solid urban workhorse that knows its limits and respects yours."
Pros
+Reliable, low-maintenance engine
+Comfortable upright riding position
+Generous underseat storage
Cons
−Struggles above 70mph
−Uninspiring plastic quality
−Limited dealer network support