The models are internally designated VP125 and VP250, respectively, and each features a fully automatic transmission.

Manufactured and assembled by Yamaha in Italy, the X-City uses engines by Minarelli.

The X-City's underseat trunk can accommodate one helmet and has a front lockable glovebox.

[2] Marketed in Europe, primarily Italy, France, Spain, UK and Germany — but not in Asia or North America — the X-City supersedes the Yamaha Varsity 300 and was itself followed by the Yamaha X-MAX.

The 2009 X-City received a four-position, height adjustable windshield and a rear carrier base.