365telugu.com online news,Pune, 20 November ,2025: Piaggio Vehicles Pvt Ltd (PVPL), India’s leading manufacturer of small commercial vehicles and a 100 % subsidiary of the Italian Piaggio Group, has unveiled two new diesel cargo three-wheelers – the Apé Xtra Bada 700 and the Apé Xtra 600 – marking a major leap in high-performance last-mile mobility.
The flagship Apé Xtra Bada 700 introduces several industry-first features, including India’s longest 7-foot cargo deck and a segment-topping 750 kg rated payload, effectively challenging entry-level four-wheel small commercial vehicles (SCVs) while retaining the cost and manoeuvrability advantages of a three-wheeler.
Apé Xtra Bada 700: Redefining the Diesel Cargo 3W Segment
- Powered by Piaggio’s proven 700 DI diesel engine for superior torque, pickup and gradeability
- 7-ft cargo deck – the longest ever offered on an Indian three-wheeler
- Highest payload in the category at 750 kg
- All-new platform with reinforced chassis, upgraded suspension and 12-inch radial tyres
- Spacious new driver cabin with 3.5-inch digital instrument cluster
- Modern styling, optional reverse parking sensors and an industry-leading 5-year warranty
According to Piaggio, the Apé Xtra Bada 700 delivers significantly higher earning potential through increased load capacity and volume while offering lower total cost of ownership (TCO) than comparable four-wheel cargo vehicles.
Apé Xtra 600: New Engine, Enhanced Efficiency The second launch, the Apé Xtra 600, receives Piaggio’s newly developed 600 DI diesel engine that promises better power delivery, improved fuel efficiency and stronger load-carrying performance for intra-city and semi-urban operations.
Diego Graffi, Chairman & Managing Director, Piaggio Vehicles Pvt Ltd, commented, “The Apé Xtra Bada 700 is a landmark product that disrupts the cargo three-wheeler category with industry-first features in engine capacity, deck size and payload.
Together with the Apé Xtra 600, these launches reinforce our leadership and customer-centric innovation in last-mile mobility.”
Amit Sagar, Executive Vice President – CV Domestic Business & Retail Finance, added, “Customer demands have evolved towards higher power, payload and comfort. The Apé Xtra Bada 700 directly addresses these needs and provides the most economical alternative to entry-level 4W cargo vehicles.”
Pricing and Availability Both models are available across Piaggio dealerships from November 2025:
- Apé Xtra Bada 700 – starting at ₹3.45 lakh (ex-showroom, Maharashtra)
- Apé Xtra 600 – starting at ₹2.88 lakh (ex-showroom, Maharashtra)
With these launches, Piaggio aims to further consolidate its dominant position in India’s diesel cargo three-wheeler market while expanding into applications traditionally served by four-wheel SCVs.