When Motostrada first launched the Peugeot brand in 2022, I was thoroughly smitten with the Django.

Quaint, 1950s-era styling and colors, solid frame, and enough curb appeal to set it apart from the usual Japanese scooters while also being a sort of anti-Vespa.

New for this year is the introduction of the Django Evo Sport, a modern take on the scooter for those who might want something a little less tito.

The bodywork is completely different, sporting sharper angles and cut lines as well as racy graphics. The hexagon-shaped LED headlamp adds further sportiness, along with the blacked-out, 12-inch wheels and aluminum heat shield and floorboard.

The 150cc four-valve single cylinder (water-cooled) is a peppy little thing with a cheerful bark at full throttle, with strong, ABS-equipped brakes that are linear in feel and easy to modulate.

The seat is moderately high at 778mm, while the handlebar is about waist level so you feel in command of the bike. Without a windshield, though, extended high-speed runs can get tiring.

The saddle is nicely firm for good support for both you and a pillion. It’s not particularly fast, but the Evo is fun to flick around thanks to the sound ergonomics, strong brakes, and relatively firm suspension.

While the regular Django has a quirky, analog speedometer, the Evo Sport gets a TFT display for basic information like speed, temperature, time, fuel gauge, and odometer.

Personally, I didn’t like it very much as the design is workmanlike rather than adding more flair. And being a scooter from a retro brand, analog just looks so much better. It’s Bluetooth-capable for your phone, though.

The orange panels contrast nicely with the aluminum floorboard, although you’ll want to keep this always clean and shiny as dirt from regular use will quickly make it look scruffy.

The underseat compartment is big enough for a light jacket but not a helmet. There’s also a lockable compartment in front of you for your phone, but it’s not big enough to accommodate larger models like an iPhone Pro Max.

My one real gripe is with the cheap dial for the locking system, which rattled and felt like it could break off if I twisted it too hard.

With around 30-35km/L fuel efficiency, it’s about average for the class if you’re looking for a thrifty commuter.

You’ll also have to figure out how to get a rack fabricated for this one if you’re planning on long trips, as the brackets for the grab handles are spaced quite far apart. That’s probably just a minor challenge for our talented custom fabricators, though.

At P213,000, Motostrada has priced it competitively against Vespa’s ever-popular S150 and the gutsier Aprilia SR GT 200.

If it were my money, I’d still go for the regular Django, but sporty types who like the futuristic look would do well to check out the Evo Sport.