Peugeot returns to the 125cc GT scooter game with the new Pulsion Evo
Peugeot marks its return to the 125cc GT scooter class with the new Pulsion Evo, a French-built commuter promising big-bike comfort in a compact package.
Peugeot Motocycles has announced its return to the compact GT scooter segment with the launch of the new Pulsion Evo, the first of several models the French manufacturer plans to unveil ahead of the 2025 EICMA show in Milan.
Designed and built in Beaulieu-Mandeure, France, the new Pulsion Evo aims to take on the growing class of 125cc GT scooters that balance everyday practicality with longer-distance comfort. It’s positioned as a do-it-all machine for city commuting and suburban travel, blending the agility of a smaller scooter with the comfort and stability expected from the GT segment.
Performance and ride
Powering the Pulsion Evo is a 125cc single-cylinder engine producing 13.2 hp (9.9 kW) and 12 Nm of torque, giving it a top speed of 115 km/h. Peugeot says the engine offers strong acceleration and efficient fuel use, with an 11.1-litre fuel tank delivering a claimed 440 km range, which would make it one of the longest-legged scooters in its class.
The chassis features a 37mm front fork and dual rear shocks, with ABS braking and a 260mm front disc. Wheel sizes are 14 inches up front and 13 inches at the rear, paired with wide tyres for better grip and stability in all conditions.
Comfort and practicality
Under the seat, the Pulsion Evo offers a record 45 litres of storage space, enough for both a full-face helmet and a jet helmet. Peugeot claims that makes it the most spacious scooter in the compact GT category. The seating position and ergonomics have also been designed for comfort, including what the company describes as “best-in-class” passenger space.
Two versions will be available. The Evo has a sportier setup, while the Evo Urban comes equipped with a tall windscreen and a 35-litre colour-matched top box with an integrated passenger backrest, aimed squarely at daily commuters.
Design and features
The Pulsion Evo carries Peugeot’s familiar design language, including the lion-claw LED light signature and sharp, angular bodywork. The styling is intended to set it apart from the more utilitarian look of many small-capacity scooters, while still keeping a compact footprint for easy city use.
Warranty and availability
Peugeot Motocycles is backing the new Pulsion Evo with a 4-year or 60,000 km warranty across Europe, the UK, Norway, and Switzerland, doubling its standard two-year coverage.
The Pulsion Evo and Evo Urban are set to reach dealers in the first quarter of 2026, marking Peugeot’s official re-entry into the compact GT 125cc segment.
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