The Piaggio Liberty premium scooter first appeared in Vietnam around 2009 as an import from Italy. Domestic assembly began in 2011, followed by a 3V i.e engine upgrade in 2013. In 2015, ABS and the i-Get engine were added. A decade after its last major update, the 2025 Liberty arrives with engine improvements, design tweaks, and new features.

The 2025 Piaggio Liberty returns to the Vietnamese scooter market with upgrades to its design and engine after a long absence. Photo: Ho Tan

The scooter retains its predecessor's elegant design language but with refined details, especially in the front. This featured model is the top-of-the-line Z version, distinguished by its unique decals.

The headlight has been flattened, and the "tie" now sports a honeycomb design.

The rear remains largely unchanged from the previous generation.

The wide, slightly tiered seat allows for a comfortable, upright riding posture.

The three-spoke wheel rims have a distinctive design.

The 5.5-inch instrument panel displays various information and offers smartphone connectivity.

The left handlebar controls include high/low beam switch, passing light, turn signals, horn, and trunk release.

The right handlebar controls include display adjustments and the starter button.

The 17-liter under-seat compartment accommodates a 3/4 helmet and other items. The fuel cap is located within the compartment.

The front shield features a small storage compartment with a USB-A charging port.

The air-cooled i-Get engine, unchanged from the previous generation, produces 10.5 horsepower and 10.7 Nm of torque.

The new Liberty maintains the soft, elegant lines of its predecessors, with refreshed details that project a more youthful, modern, and individualistic style, appealing to a younger demographic.

The redesigned front end features a flattened LED headlight, replacing the previous oval shape. The position lights, which also function as turn signals, remain unchanged. The chrome accents have been replaced with dark glossy plastic, creating a seamless look with the black plastic trim on the front shield. The logo-bearing "tie" now features a honeycomb design, similar to the Beverly and Medley.

The new Liberty offers a revised riding experience. The scooter remains nimble and easy to maneuver through corners, thanks to its high seating position and low handlebars. The 790 mm seat height is higher than competitors like the SH Mode (765 mm), but the wide, slightly tiered seat ensures stability. Riders 1.65 m and taller can comfortably plant their feet and control the scooter.

The 2025 Liberty's air-cooled i-Get engine has been refined, boosting power to 10.5 horsepower (from 10.2) while maintaining 10.7 Nm of torque. The engine runs smoothly at idle and under acceleration, with the strongest "takeoff" felt from 40 km/h upwards. At higher speeds, the scooter remains stable, even in crosswinds, such as on bridges.

A drawback is the sluggish throttle response at low speeds (10-20 km/h), for example, when navigating slow-moving traffic. The rear brake remains a drum brake. However, the front ABS provides a confident, predictable braking experience.

Average fuel consumption of 49 km/liter was recorded over a distance of 423 km. Photo: Ho Tan

Previous Liberty models were often criticized for fuel consumption, averaging around 3 liters/100 km. In real-world testing over 420 km (70% city, 30% highway, 70% with one rider, 30% with two), the new Liberty achieved an average of 49 km/liter (2.04 liters/100 km). This surpasses Piaggio's claimed 2.19 liters/100 km and rivals the SH Mode (2.13 liters/100 km). With a 6.5-liter tank, the scooter can travel 270-300 km on a full tank.

The 2025 Liberty features a new 5.5-inch digital instrument panel with a black background and white text. The sensor-adjusted brightness ensures optimal visibility in bright sunlight and prevents glare at night. The display provides comprehensive information, including trip meters (A and B), fuel consumption, date, time, and smartphone notifications such as caller ID and music information. In the mid-range scooter segment, the Liberty boasts the largest digital instrument panel with smartphone connectivity.

Other rider-friendly changes include oval rearview mirrors (replacing the previous round ones) for improved visibility, a USB charging port in the front shield compartment, and additional buttons on the right handlebar and instrument panel for quick access to functions. The 17-liter under-seat compartment holds a 3/4 helmet and small items like gloves, a jacket, and a wallet. The fuel cap remains under the seat. Features carried over from the previous generation include the wide grab rail and front shield hook.

The Liberty is priced between 57.5 and 59.3 million VND, including two years or 19,999 km of free maintenance. Three versions are available, differing in decals and paint colors. The starting price is comparable to the Honda SH Mode (57.1-63.8 million VND). However, the SH Mode's base version lacks ABS, which is only available on the higher-end model.

Ho Tan