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We by no means thought at the present time would ever come once more, however here’s a new Lancia. Stellantis has pledged to maintain all 14 (fourteen!) manufacturers in its huge portfolio following the FCA-PSA merger. Which means the Italian marque is getting a brand new likelihood to restore its severely broken model picture. The 2024 Ypsilon kicks off a protracted overdue rebirth.
Additionally it is Lancia’s first-ever EV, though mild-hybrid variations with gasoline engines will observe. The subcompact hatchback makes use of the identical CMP / eCMP bones because the Peugeot 208 / e-208 however with fully totally different styling in and out. A few of the design cues had been first seen final yr on the Pu+Ra HPE Idea that had a little bit of Stratos DNA.
Lancia tells us the headlights and taillights take after these of the long-lasting rally automobile however that is frankly a little bit of a stretch. The round hind lights do remind us of the Stratos, however so do different vehicles with spherical taillights. The Stellantis model has built-in a “Y” motif into each entrance and hind lights, whereas the separate daytime working lights undertake the same theme. To spruce issues up, the wheel arches, aspect mirrors, and the rear pillar include a shiny black end.
It is price noting the model depicted here’s a limited-run particular version co-developed with Cassina, a high-end Italian furnishings producer. Consequently, lesser variations of the brand new Ypsilon will not look as glitzy as this. In comparison with the Peugeot 208 and its common rear door handles, Lancia has opted to “conceal” them up within the C-pillar the place you may additionally discover the corporate’s up to date badge.
The inside can be an unlimited departure from its French cousin. Nonetheless, since we’re in 2024, the “necessary” dual-screen setup is there. Fortunately, there’s nonetheless a row of bodily buttons to shortly entry a few of the local weather controls. The twin shows measure 10.25 inches and Lancia has added a wi-fi charging pad, three USB-C ports, and smartphone integration with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay. The stylish metropolis automobile additionally has a bespoke sound system, ambient lighting, and a particular filter for the AC to do away with 99 p.c of dangerous particles.
On the coronary heart of the 2024 Lancia Ypsilon in electrical guise is a front-mounted motor good for 154 horsepower and 260 Newton-meters (191 pound-feet) of torque to match the Peugeot e-208. It makes use of an similar 51-kWh battery pack that has sufficient juice for as much as 250 miles (403 kilometers) within the WLTP mixed cycle. This electrical motor and battery combo can be present in one other associated Stellantis product, the Opel e-Corsa.
At 4.08 meters (160.6 inches) lengthy and 1.76 meters (69.2 inches) broad, the all-new Lancia Ypsilon is greater than the outdated mannequin it replaces. At 1.44 meters (56.7 inches) tall, it is barely decrease in comparison with its predecessor. Predictably, it is quite a bit heavier. The electrical mannequin suggestions the scales at 1,584 kilograms (3,492 kilos) however subsequent mild-hybrid gasoline variations will trim off a few of the fats. Talking of the chunky battery, it may be recharged from 20 to 80 p.c in 24 minutes through a DC connection.
Whereas the previous Ypsilon was solely offered in Italy, its alternative goes to be provided at greater than 70 sellers throughout Europe. Belgium and The Netherlands will get the ball rolling in the midst of this yr, with France and Spain to observe, and Germany in 2025. Lancia desires to draw a youthful clientele (folks aged 40-45) with its “premium hatchback,” which is the final mannequin to get combustion engines.
After the Ypsilon, Lancia’s resurrection will proceed in 2026 when the “Gamma” moniker shall be dusted off for a flagship mannequin. It is going to be a fastback on the Stellantis STLA Medium platform and can measure almost 4.7 meters (185 inches) lengthy. In 2028, the “Delta” will return as a compact hatchback.
Each future fashions are going to be electric-only merchandise since Lancia’s aim is to promote solely EVs from 2028. It means the yet-to-be-revealed Ypsilon with a mild-hybrid gasoline engine shall be provided for only some years.
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