The SYM Mio 50 and e-Virid are compact urban scooters with similar dimensions and very different power sources. The Mio uses a 49 cc four-stroke petrol engine and belt CVT. The e-Virid uses a brushless hub motor and removable lithium battery, making it one of SYM’s early electric scooter offerings.
Both were sold primarily in European and selected international markets, with specifications varying by local moped rules. Restricted versions may be limited to 25 or 45 km/h.
Mio 50 and e-Virid Specifications
| Specification | SYM Mio 50 | SYM e-Virid |
|---|---|---|
| Power source | 49.5 cc air-cooled four-stroke single | 48-volt brushless electric hub motor |
| Claimed output | About 2.2 kW; 3 Nm on later EFI model | 1.8 kW rated; up to 2.2 kW |
| Transmission | Automatic CVT | Direct hub drive |
| Top speed | Up to 45 km/h when unrestricted | 25 or 45 km/h by version |
| Claimed weight | Approximately 88 kg by version | 81 kg including battery |
| Energy capacity | 5.2-liter fuel tank | 48 V, 20 Ah lithium battery |
| Claimed range | Depends on fuel consumption | Approximately 50 km under test conditions |
Petrol Convenience or Early Electric Simplicity?
The Mio offers familiar fueling, broad service support and quick range recovery at any petrol station. Its compact wheels, low mass and automatic transmission suit short urban journeys.
The e-Virid is quieter and eliminates engine oil, fuel and exhaust emissions at the scooter. SYM quoted a two-to-two-and-a-half-hour charging time, but real range changes with temperature, battery age, speed and rider weight. On a used example, battery condition matters more than the paint or odometer.
Choose the Mio where easy refueling and parts availability matter. Choose the e-Virid for short, predictable trips with reliable charging access—and only after checking replacement-battery cost. Electricity is inexpensive; obsolete battery packs have not received the memo.
