Why does just about everyone who sees a Metropolitan want one? It’s not just for the ruby-red paint or the smart European-derived styling. It’s also for the go-green gas mileage and the fully automatic transmission. This practical-minded mount comes with a feisty 49cc engine that lets you zip around with ease. And while the Metropolitan’s no-nonsense reliability is what you expect in a Honda, its cool style is what makes it hot.

Already one of the most stylish scooters going, the Metropolitan takes the hip factor even higher for 2009. And to make a great scooter even better, you can get a special edition with a chromed muffler and other accents. Underneath all that cool styling, though, is a famously reliable Honda engine connected to a transmission you’ll never have to shift—not even into Park or Neutral. It’s light and easy to handle too. Just about all you have to do is remember to put a little gas in it once in a while—and we do mean just a little, because the Metropolitan can get over 100 miles to the gallon!