Scooters
2012Vespa GTV 300
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The 2012 Vespa GTV 300 is an automatic scooter that appeals to urban commuters and retro enthusiasts seeking style with modern reliability. Its fuel-injected 278cc single-cylinder engine delivers smooth, manageable power ideal for city riding and weekend cruises. Best known for combining classic Vespa aesthetics with contemporary technology and practical everyday usability.
- Capacity
- 278.0 ccm
- Engine
- Single, four-stroke
- Gearbox
- Not on record
Know it? Add it → - Dry weight
- 148.0 kg
- Seat height
- 790 mm
- Power
- 21.2 HP (15.6 kW) @ 7500 RPM
What’s new for the 2012 Vespa GTV 300
vs the 2011| Spec | 2011 | 2012 |
|---|---|---|
| Torque | 20.2 Nm (2.1 kgf-m or 14.9 ft.lbs) @ 6500 RPM | 22.3 Nm (2.3 kgf-m or 16.4 ft.lbs) @ 5000 RPM |
How it rides
Editorial estimate from the spec sheet - not lab tested- Best for
- Designed primarily for stylish urban commuting and short suburban trips rather than long-distance travel.
- Built for
- A premium, retro-styled scooter that blends everyday practicality with sporty Vespa flair and brisk city performance.
- Not ideal for
- Not suited for highway touring, off-road use, or riders seeking high top-speed thrills.
Scores are derived from the spec sheet using the same model across every bike, so they compare like for like.
Will it fit you?
Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usRange and running costs
Worked out in your browser - nothing is sent to usBased on the maker's published fuel consumption and tank size. Real-world figures depend on how and where you ride, and the last litres of a tank are reserve. Prices shown greyed are examples - type your own.
Engine
- Capacity
- 278.0 ccm
- Power
- 21.2 HP (15.6 kW) @ 7500 RPM
- CO2 Emissions
- 81 CO2 g/km
- Torque
- 22.3 Nm (2.3 kgf-m) @ 5000 RPM
- Engine type
- Single, four-stroke
- Fuel consumption
- 3.50 litres/100 km (28.6 km/l)
- Power/weight ratio
- 0.1432 HP/kg (dry)
- Bore x stroke
- 75.0 x 63.0 mm
- Cooling system
- Air
- Fuel system
- Injection
- Starting
- Electric
- Valves per cylinder
- 4
- Lubrication system
- Wet sump, chain-driven lobe pump
Transmission
- Transmission type
- Automatic
- Final drive
- Belt
- Clutch
- Automatic dry centrifuge with damper
Dimensions & weight
- Wheelbase
- 1394 mm
- Overall length
- 1930 mm
- Seat height
- 790 mm
- Dry weight
- 148.0 kg
- Fuel capacity
- 9.00 litres
- Carrying capacity
- Front and rear rack
Chassis & suspension
- Frame
- Load-bearing sheet steel chassis
- Front suspension
- Single arm, dual-chamber hydraulic shock absorber
- Rear suspension
- Helical spring with adjustable 4-position pre-load
Brakes & wheels
- Front brakes
- Single disc
- Front brakes diameter
- 200 mm
- Rear brakes
- Single disc
- Rear brakes diameter
- 200 mm
- Front tyre
- 120/70-12
- Rear tyre
- 130/70-12
Other
- Color options
- Brown, Green
Compiled from manufacturer documentation and user contributions, corrected on an ongoing basis. Spotted something wrong? Tell us.
What changed, year to year
Differences highlighted| Specification | 2011 | 2012 | 2015 | 2019 | 2022 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 278 cc | 278 cc | 278 cc | 278 cc | 278 cc | 278 cc |
| Dry weight | 148 kg | 148 kg | 148 kg | 158 kg | 158 kg | 158 kg |
| Seat height | 790 mm | 790 mm | 790 mm | 787 mm | 787 mm | 790 mm |
| Fuel capacity | 9 L | 9 L | 9 L | 9.1 L | 9.1 L | 8.5 L |
Illustrative - generated automatically by diffing the year records already on file, not a manufacturer-published changelog.
Rider Reviews
Common questions
What is the engine size of the Vespa GTV 300?
The 2012 Vespa GTV 300 has a Capacity of 278.0 ccm (16.96 cubic inches).
What engine power does the Vespa GTV 300 have?
The 2012 Vespa GTV 300 has a Power of 21.2 HP (15.6 kW) @ 7500 RPM.
What is the torque of the Vespa GTV 300?
The 2012 Vespa GTV 300 has a Torque of 22.3 Nm (2.3 kgf-m or 16.4 ft.lbs) @ 5000 RPM.
How much does the Vespa GTV 300 weigh?
The 2012 Vespa GTV 300 has a Dry weight of 148.0 kg (326.3 pounds).
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