Vespa has introduced its new electric scooter range for the 2027 model year. It includes three models namely Sprint S, Primavera and Primavera Tech. The company has introduced these scooters with better features, powerful battery and attractive design. While the Sprint S and standard Primavera are primarily designed for daily commuting in the city, the Primavera Tech comes with more range and advanced features.
Design and powertrain
The special design of the brand can be seen in these three electric scooters of Vespa. However, all three models are different from each other in terms of features and performance. The Sprint S and standard Primavera feature the same powertrain. These come with a 2.3 kilowatt-hour detachable battery pack and a 3.1 kilowatt motor. This motor produces power of 2.7 kilowatts and torque of 200 Newton meters.
The maximum speed of both the scooters is 45 kilometers per hour and as per WMTC standard their range is said to be 68 kilometers. At the same time, the company claims to get a range of up to 85 kilometers in Eco mode. A 500 watt charger has been provided for charging, which takes about 4 hours to charge the battery from zero to 80 percent.
Primavera Tech Features and Performance
In this electric range, Primavera Tech is the model with the highest range and modern features. It has a larger 4.2 kilowatt-hour battery pack and a more powerful motor, which produces 3.6 kilowatts of power.
Talking about the range, as per WMTC standard this scooter can run up to 80 kilometers, whereas in Eco mode its range is claimed to be up to 100 kilometers. In terms of features, it has a 4.3-inch TFT screen, which supports smartphone connectivity and turn-by-turn navigation.
Apart from this, Primavera Tech has the facility to start the scooter without a key, the feature of finding your scooter and two riding modes like Eco and Power.
Braking and other hardware
All three electric scooters have a full LED lighting setup with Vespa's traditional styling. These come with 12 and 11 inch wheels, while 110-section tires are provided at the front.
For braking, there is a 200 mm disc at the front and a 140 mm drum brake at the rear. However, the Primavera Tech also gets a single-channel anti-lock braking system (ABS) for added safety.
Speed and range of all three models
The Vespa Sprint S and the standard Primavera are placed in the moped category. Its maximum speed is 45 kilometers per hour and it is claimed to have a range of up to 85 kilometers in eco mode. At the same time, Primavera Tech, which comes with a higher capacity battery, can run up to 100 kilometers.
Detachable battery facility is provided in all three models. Its advantage is that there will be no need to park the scooter near the charging point. The battery can also be easily charged separately by removing it from the scooter.