BS6 Facelifted Vespa Range Launch Timeline Revealed

Vespa unveiled its 2020 BS6-compliant facelifted range back at Auto Expo 2020 and is now all set to launch the scooters in the first half of July. It has also opened pre-bookings. With the coronavirus pandemic affecting our lives in more ways than one, Piaggio has understandably moved pre-bookings online via its official site, in fact, the entire buying process is now possible online. You can read more about it here. This should help make it a lot more convenient and safe to buy a scooter.

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The BS6-compliant lineup comprises the Vespa SXL 125, SXL 150, VXL 125 and VXL 150. Apart from a cleaner engine, the brand has equipped the facelifted scooters with an all-LED headlamp with DRLs, USB charging port, boot light, and a preload-adjustable rear suspension. This scooter range is different from the pre-facelift, BS6-compliant versions. You can read more about the prices and other details of the older-gen scooters in our exclusive report here. Here’s the brand’s official release regarding the commencement of bookings for the updated models:

Press Release:

Piaggio India opens pre-booking of 2020 Vespa Facelift VXL and SXL on its Ecommerce Shop

To be launched soon, consumers can now Pre-book the New Vespa with host of features by visiting www.shop.vespaindia.com

Mumbai, 08 July 2020: Piaggio India have commenced the pre-booking of upcoming 2020 range of Vespa Facelift VXL and SXL models with 125 cc and 150 cc BS VI engines, soon to be launched in the Indian market. The new Vespa has a host of features introduced to enhance the riding experience. Consumers can now pre-book their choice of new Vespa among the range of models available online, with a booking amount of INR 1,000/- through the company’s recently launched Vespa e-commerce platform www.shop.vespaindia.com for a contactless experience.

Vespa VXL and SXL range continues to offer the key differentiations like technologically advanced Monocoque full steel body, vibrant high definition 3 coat body colours and Anti-lock braking system or Combined braking system with twin pot calliper disk brake. The new range are BS6 compliant with clean emission 3 Valve technology Fuel injection engine that delivers an enticing performance. Keeping in mind performance and efficiency, the new lifestyle scooter range features 5 Spoke Petal design wheels with broad tyres to provide customers with comfortable riding experience. Further, to enhance differentiation, the sophisticated and sleek scooters are now equipped with Crystal Illumination LED headlight, center integrated Day Time Running extra bright beam light, USB Mobile charging port, Boot Light and adjustable rear suspension aimed at customising the rider’s comfort.

Commenting on the pre-launch booking for Vespa VXL and SXL, Mr. Diego Graffi, Chairman and MD, Piaggio India said, “We will be launching Vespa VXL and SXL Facelifts in the first half of July with the aim to strengthen our customers premium mobility experience further through our most iconic brand Vespa. Vespa continues to rediscover itself with the times and continuously creates the next level of experience retaining its iconic stature, original design and vibrancy. We are sure that our discerning consumer who are looking forward to embracing the differentiation would enjoy our new offering.”

The new range of 2020 Vespa Facelifts have already been shipped and will be available across all Vespa dealerships in India.