Lancia Ypsilon
Overview
Manufacturer	Lancia[a]
Also called	Chrysler Ypsilon (Ireland, Japan and UK)
Production	1995–present
Body and chassis
Class	Supermini (B)
Layout	Front-engine, front-wheel-drive
Chronology
Predecessor	Autobianchi Y10

TheLancia Ypsilon is a supermini car (B-segment) manufactured and marketed byLancia, currently in its fourth generation and as of 2024, the marque's only model. The Ypsilon was released in 1995, as a larger and more expensive replacement to theY10. Between 1995 and 2005, Lancia produced more than 870,000 Ypsilons in the Melfi plant in thePotenza region.^[1]

The third generation Ypsilon, sharing its platform with theFiat 500, was marketed also as theChrysler Ypsilon in the United Kingdom, Ireland and Japan. Fiat Group discontinued the Chrysler variant in 2015, having marketed 2,000 units in 2014.^[2] It is also no longer sold in Japan, with the discontinuation of both theLancia Voyager andLancia Thema branding on Chrysler-built vehicles in 2015.

Despite relative obscurity worldwide and in Europe, the Lancia Ypsilon is a popular offering in Italy. Between 1995 and 2019, Lancia sold over 1.6 million Y and Ypsilon examples in Italy alone.^[3] In 2023, despite its age, it had the first highest market share in the B-segment in the country.^[4]

First generation
Overview
Model code	Type 840
Production	June 1995–2003
Assembly	Italy:Melfi
Designer	Enrico Fumia at Centro Stile Lancia[5]
Body and chassis
Body style	3-doorhatchback
Related	Fiat Punto (176)
Powertrain
Engine	petrol: 1.1 LFire 8VI4 1.2 LFire 8/16V I4 1.4 LFiat Family B 12V I4
Transmission	5/6-speedmanual ECVTautomatic
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,380 mm (93.7 in)
Length	3,723 mm (146.6 in) (1996–2000) 3,740 mm (147.2 in) (2000–2003)
Width	1,690 mm (66.5 in)
Height	1,435 mm (56.5 in)

The LanciaYpsilon orY (Type 840) was designed byEnrico Fumia in 1992.^[6] It was developed over 24 months at a cost of around 400 billionItalian lira^[7] and was presented in Rome in January 1996.^[8] The arches defined the car, repeating themselves on all sides of the car. The length is 3.72 m, 33 cm longer than the Y10. The Lancia Y was built on the same platform of theFiat Punto series 176 (the same platform as theBarchetta), with a shortened wheelbase and an all-independent suspension setup:MacPherson struts at the front,trailing arms at the rear.

The main features of the Lancia Y include five seats, a soft plastic dashboard, and accessories, and options, including body colors in 100 shades from the Lancia Kaleidoscope catalog. Another design property that distinguished the Y was the instrument cluster in the center of the dashboard, which was adopted by theMusa and Ypsilon later in 2003.

Initially, the range featured three trim levels: LE, LS, and LX. ACosmopolitan special edition of 600 pieces was later added. It was created through collaboration with the magazine, based on the LX trim. It was sold in the European market outside of Italy.^{[citation needed]}

Air conditioning was standard on the LX and an option on the LS. The LX also offered an enhanced instrument cluster with a rev counter and a larger display that also displayed the outside temperature.^{[citation needed]}

The engines were part of theFIRE series that debuted in theY10 in 1985 and later was used in other Fiat and Lancia vehicles. They were available in displacements of 1,108 and 1,242cc with eight valves in anoverhead camshaft arrangement. The top-of-the-line 1.4 12 valve "Pratola Serra" engine with 59 kW (80 PS) was carried over from theFiat Bravo/Brava.^[9] Given the limited success of the Pratola Serra engine, it was soon replaced by the first so-called SuperFIRE engine, featuring four valves per cylinder and multipointfuel injection. The Lancia Y was the first car to receive this evolution of the FIRE.^[10]

The 1,242cc SuperFIRE developed 63 kW (86 PS) at 6,000 rpm and a maximum torque of 113Nm at 4,500 rpm. This engine remained available on the 2013 Lancia Ypsilon, 2013Ford Ka, and theFiat 500.

TheElefantino Rosso (English: Tiny Red Elephant, which was the symbol of the historicLancia HF sports cars that won numerous rally competitions) was the sports version of the Lancia Y and the sister car to theFiat Punto Sporting. It featured an interior in greyAlcantara, seats also in grey Alcantara and accentuated with dark grey fabric insets that echo the exterior color of the car, a center console, 15" wheels and rear-view mirrors in atitanium look, thesteering wheel and gearshift in grey leather with red stitching, air conditioning, a shorter gearbox ratio for quicker acceleration from 0–100 km/h and in 5th gear, a lowered and stiffened suspension with biggerroll bars and more direct power steering. It reached a top speed of 177 km/h and was the only car in the lineup to receive 15" wheels with 195/50R15 tires. For those who desired a more discreet, comfortable, and luxurious ride, the LX (with an Alcantara and walnut veneer interior) and LS were also available with SuperFIRE. They were able to reach the same top speed as the "Pratola Serra" versions. The 1.2 8V was available with an automatic ECVT transmission.

Lancia had pulled out ofRHD markets two years prior to the Y's launch. Thus, no RHD version was developed.

The Italian magazineQuattroruote test drove the "Ypsilon 16V LX" beyond its usual city use and praised its excellent power reserves while offering the comforts of a car worthy of a higher price. The model was an immediate success selling over 42,000 units in the first two months.^[11]

In October 2000, the exterior and interior were restyled. The external changes included a new, larger grille, new bumpers, new taillights, new wheel cover designs, new fog lights. The side moldings of the car became much smoother and body-colored. The most significant internal change was the headrests (instead of drilled solids) and new seats and new steering wheel (similar to that of theLancia Lybra). The material was no longer available with "soft touch", reflective security was removed from the doors, the climate control button was replaced with a lever, and the instrument panel was made more readable and modern, especially in the use of theLED display. The length of the car increased slightly from 3.72 metres to 3.74 metres.

The LX and Red Elephant versions, which cost €15,060 list,^{[clarification needed]} came with the standard including driver and passengerairbags, air conditioning, ABS, power steering,Blaupunkt radio/navigation system with 6 speakers, split rear seat with headrests, the Alcantara interior, outdoor temperature display, electrically operated door mirrors painted in body color, the helm station and instrument panel were red instead of green, central locking with remote control, power windows, adjustable seat and steering wheel, leather interior with red stitching on the Red Elephant, fog lamps and alloy wheels with 185/60 R 14 tires for the LX and 195/50 R15 for the Red Elephant.

The following years were marketed by other special versions: DoDo,^[12] Vanity and Unica. 16v versions reduce their output of 6 PS (4 kW) due to new Euro 3 pollution standards. Emissions were reduced with a more linear delivery, while maintaining, and sometimes even increasing, consumption.

Lancia reduced power from 60 PS on the 1242 cc, due to the addition of the sequential multipoint fuel injection system, costing power.

It also removed the 55 PS (40 kW; 54 hp) engine 1108 option, as it had not yet been adapted to the new Euro 3 directive, leaving the 60 PS (44 kW; 59 hp) 1.2 8v and 1.2 16v 80 PS (59 kW; 79 hp).^[13]

In September 2003, after nearly nine years of career and just above 804,600 units sold,^[14] its successor, the Lancia Ypsilon debuted, replacing it completely the following year.

• Lancia Y LE (1996)
• Lancia Y LS (1996)
• Lancia Y LX (1996)
• Lancia Y Elefantino Blu (1997)
• Lancia Y Elefantino Rosso (1997)
• Lancia Y Cosmopolitan (1998)
• Lancia Y Marie Claire (2000)
• Lancia Y DoDo (2001)
• Lancia Y Vanity (2001)
• Lancia Y Unica (2002)
• Lancia Y Caprice

The Y was awarded 2 stars in theEuro NCAPcrash test for adult protection and Euro NCAP 2-star certification forpedestrian safety.^[16]

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Second generation
Overview
Model code	Type 843
Production	2003[17]–2011
Assembly	Italy:Termini Imerese;Melfi
Designer	Mike Robinson at Centro Stile Lancia
Body and chassis
Body style	3-doorhatchback
Platform	Fiat B
Related	Lancia Musa Fiat Punto (188) Fiat Idea Zastava 10
Powertrain
Engine	1.2 LFireI4 (petrol) 1.4 LFire I4 (petrol) 1.4 LFireEcoChic I4 (LPG) 1.3 LMultijet I4 (diesel)
Transmission	5-speedmanual 6-speedmanual 5-speedD.F.N.automated manual
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,388 mm (94.0 in)
Length	3,778 mm (148.7 in) (2003–2006) 3,810 mm (150.0 in) (2006–2011)
Width	1,704 mm (67.1 in)
Height	1,530 mm (60.2 in)

TheYpsilon (Type 843) was Introduced in 2003 to access the Lancia range. It was designed to meet the needs of a young audience, and over time found sales, especially to females.^{[citation needed]} It became the best-selling car of the Lancia range with an annual production of about 60,000 units. It was initially assembled at theFiat plant in Melfi. In June 2005 production was moved toSicily at the plant inTermini ImeresePalermo. The car uses a three-door body about 3.78 meters long, with the design inspired by the historicLancia Ardea.^[18]

The front is characterized by a large chrome grille with lobes at the top. The lighting is placed at the ends of the front arch. The bumpers are characterized by the presence of an unpainted longitudinal fascia applied above the air intakes in which the fog lamps (in the top versions) are located at either end. A prominent rib runs along the sides. The tail has vertically orientedheadlamps that culminate in the bumper and are integrated into the fenders. The reartailgate has a small size that limits visibility, embellished by chromed fascia above thelicense plate.

The frame used a shortened wheelbase version of the B platform debuted with theFiat Punto (188) and adopted also by theFiat Idea andLancia Musa. The engine is transverse front-mounted, with front-wheel drive. The front independent suspensions areMacPherson struts withstabilizer bar, with steel arms, while at the rear there is a semi-independenttorsion beam suspension. The braking system makes use of ventilated discs at the front while classic drums are available at the rear, only for the Sport Momo Design versions the company has made available the four-disc braking system with stiffened set-up and suspension. All versions included Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) withElectronic Brake Distribution (EBD) and an electricpower steering system that stiffens gradually, but among the options are combinedelectronic stability control and traction.

The interior is covered with plastic inserts on door panels and instrument panel is covered with AIRtex fabric, leather or Alcantara depending on the model. Two-tone upholstery and plastic inserts mimic aluminium. The upholstery is available in four different materials: "Glamour", AIRtex,alcantara, and leather. It offers large storage space in front of the driver and passenger. The air conditioning and radio controls were located in the central area, including the optional navigation system.

In Autumn 2006 the Ypsilon received a touch-up that affected the engines and internals. It had a new front grille, more rounded bumpers with enlarged air intakes, and ice-effect rear light clusters. There are five versions: Argento, Passion, Oro Bianco, Oro Giallo e Platino. New fabrics for the seats came with new combinations of colours, and the dashboard trim is either lacquered silver or dark gray. The car has a new 1.3 Multijet 16v engine of 75, 90, or 105 horses. It also offered Blue&Me hands-free kit (Bluetooth with USB port), new colours, and new wheels.

The new Ypsilon can be equipped with Electronic Stability Control and hill holder for an extra charge, and has a grip of 0.93 g, although the roll is accentuated due to the soft suspension calibration. The shift lever is in a raised position and the rear seats come with split and sliding available in two versions (3 or 2 seats). The 2008 model introduced aDPF particulate filter as standard on alldiesel engines except the 105 horsepower 1.3 Multijet diesel with the automated manual transmission D.F.N. (Dolce Far Niente).

In 2010, the exterior mirrors increased in size and darkened headlamps appeared. In 2011 Lancia introduced the final version called Ypsilon Unyca.

Production of the second generation Lancia Ypsilon ended on 23 November 2011 because Fiat Group closed the Termini Imerese factory where the Ypsilon was assembled.^[19] The third generation of Lancia Ypsilon was produced at Tychy in Poland.

The Ypsilon was produced in two body colours version (calledB-colore), which recalls Lancia tradition. The best-selling Ypsilons were the Passion, the Momo Design^[20] and Sport Momo Design^[21] characterized by the double body-colour, distinguished between the top (side mirrors, roof and rear hatch) and the rest of thefairing, as well as some sporty details (alloy wheels, interior). It derives directly from a concept called Ypsilon Sport,^[22] presented at the Geneva Motor Show in 2005 and developed in collaboration withZagato Design Centre.^[23] It differs from the concept version by its 1.4 Fire 95 PS gasoline and 1.3 Multijet diesel engines with 75, 90 and 105 PS, four-disc braking system with lowered suspension, tires and some "sporty" design features such as burnished and diamond wheels of Sport design, burnished chrome trim, and leather and Alcantara interiors by Momo Design.

In May 2008, as in 2006, the limited edition makeover ModaMilano returned^[24] with colour changes (TOP colorBorromini Grey), bi-colour multi-spoke wheels, chrome trim and leather-covered dashboard instrument dome.

Since 2009, the Ypsilon Versus was a limited edition of just 1,000, designed byVersace,^[25] withBronzino Bronze bodywork, dedicated interior and greenhouse, and 16-inch Sport darkened wheels. The Paris 2009 concept car was presented as YpsilonElle,^[26] carried out in collaboration with the women's magazine. Elle was characterized by special pink bodywork and interior trim. Also in 2009, the Ypsilon E-Collection arrived, characterized by low environmental impact engines with reduced carbon dioxide emissions dioxide andB-colore body paint.

By 2011, the full range met the Euro 5 emission standard.^[27] It offered a new interior trim and color palette. New "Monocular" headlamps with darkened inner dish and new rearview mirrors painted in gloss black appeared. Also in 2011, the Ypsilon Unyca debuted.^[28]

The engine range included a four-cylinder 1.2 Fire, expanded from 60 PS to 69 PS in October 2010. The 1.2 version was joined by a 16-valve, 80 PS (59 kW; 79 hp), replaced in 2006 by a 1.4 Fire 8 valve 78 PS (57 kW; 77 hp). The 1.4 engine was produced in 95 PS 16-valve version, while the 78 PS (57 kW; 77 hp) 1.4 8 valve was produced beginning in 2009 in version EcoChic powered by LPG or petrol.

The 1.3 Multijet diesel engine was produced from 2003 to 2006. It varied from 70 PS (51 kW; 69 hp) to 75 PS (55 kW; 74 hp). It was subsequently expanded to offer 90 and 105. The Multijet with D.P.F. had reduced emissions and fuel consumption.

• 1.2 8V 60 PS (44 kW; 59 hp)
• 1.2 16V 80 PS (59 kW; 79 hp) (1st series)
• 1.4 8V 78 PS (57 kW; 77 hp) (2nd series)
• 1.4 16V 95 PS (70 kW; 94 hp)

• 1.3 16VMultijet 69 PS (51 kW; 68 hp) (1st series)
• 1.3 16VMultijet 75 PS (55 kW; 74 hp) – 90 PS (66 kW; 89 hp) (2nd series), 105 PS (77 kW; 104 hp) (MomoDesign)

• Lancia Ypsilon Argento (2003)
• Lancia Ypsilon Oro (2003)
• Lancia Ypsilon Platino (2003)
• Lancia Ypsilon Passion (2003)
• Lancia Ypsilon B-Colore (2004)
• Lancia Ypsilon Black & Ivory (2004) (only in Switzerland)
• Lancia Ypsilon Glamour (2004) (only in Switzerland)
• Lancia Ypsilon MomoDesign (2005)
• Lancia Ypsilon Sport Zagato (2005) (prototype on the Geneva International Motor Show, never in production)
• Lancia Ypsilon Sport MomoDesign (2007)
• Lancia Ypsilon ModaMilano (2006 + 2008)
• Lancia Ypsilon Versus (2009)
• Lancia Ypsilon Elle (2010)
• Lancia Ypsilon Unyca (2011)
• Lancia Ypsilon Diva (2011) (only in Italy)

Third generation
Overview
Model code	Type 846
Also called	Chrysler Ypsilon (Ireland, Japan and UK, 2011–2015)
Production	2011–2024
Assembly	Poland:Tychy (FCA Poland)
Designer	Alberto Dilillo at Centro Stile Lancia
Body and chassis
Body style	5-doorhatchback
Platform	Fiat Mini
Related	Fiat Panda Fiat 500 Ford Ka
Powertrain
Engine	Petrol: 0.9 LTwinAirI2 1.0 LGSE FireFlyI3mild hybrid 1.2 LFireI4 Petrol/CNG: 0.9 LTwinAirEcoChic I2 Petrol/LPG: 1.2 LFireEcoChic I4 Diesel: 1.3 LMultijet I4
Transmission	5-speedC510manual 6-speedC610manual 5-speedC510 D.F.N.automated manual
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,390 mm (94.1 in)
Length	3,840 mm (151.2 in)
Width	1,675 mm (65.9 in)
Height	1,510 mm (59.4 in)

The third generation was introduced at theGeneva Motor Show in 2011.

The first drawings of Type 846 were developed in late 2006 and early 2007 by the Lancia Style Centre, directed by Alberto Dilillo,^[29] before the Fiat/Chrysler alliance. The final model included only a few changes from the original, especially in the grille that recalls the style of most Chrysler models, with horizontal slats replacing the two lobes with vertical slats. From 2014 on, it was the sole model available in Lancia's range.

The third series of Ypsilon adopted a five-door body with rear door handles recessed into the door's trailing edge.

The third generation shares theFiat Mini platform with the Fiat 500 and Panda. Production was moved to Fiat's Tychy plant,^[30] reaching 100,000 units per year at full capacity. The front suspension continued with independent wheel MacPherson struts at the front and the semi-independent torsion beam with a stabilizer bar at the rear.

The Ypsilon Type 846 received investment of€500,000,000^[31] (150 for development, 40 for the industrial structure and the remainder for production). The body is 3.84 meters long with a wheelbase of 2.39 meters. The cabin is approved for 5 seats. At the launch up to 600 possible customization combinations with 16 exterior colors (including 4 Bi-color version).^[32]

Accessories included an automatic parking system, marketed asMagic Parking, bi-xenon headlights and LED rear lights in addition to available automatic Start & Stop.

All models were equipped with standard four airbags and stability and traction control (ESP and ASR) with Hill Holder, and ABS with EBD. European versions included Silver, Gold and Platinum option packages. Type 846 continued to feature center-dash instrumentation.

Type 846 included a right-hand-drive variant for the UK and Ireland, where it was sold as the Chrysler Ypsilon.^[33] It is sold in Morocco and Israel through the Fiat dealer network. In 2012 it began selling in Japan under the Chrysler brand atYanase Co., Ltd. Japanese dealerships. It wasn't exported to the US in order to avoid competition with the Fiat 500,^[34] which is produced at Chrysler's Toluca plant in Mexico.

At the2011 Frankfurt Motor Show, Lancia debuted Ypsilon Diamond concept cars,^[35] which anticipated the release of a luxury model. The Diamond features two-tone paint with a top layer called "eco-chrome" covering pillars, roof, hood, and mirrors. The lower part of the body is painted in Chiffon Blanc (a shimmering white). The interior is fully lined in leather and Alcantara with two-tone seats covered in Galuchat black bronze leather. Head restraints display the Y logo. The outside of the seats, dashboard and some door details are covered with Nubuck light-colored leather with shift knob made of transparent acrylic to get the diamond effect. The Ypsilon Diamond has remained a concept car only.

At the Bologna Motor Show in December 2011 Lancia presented the Ypsilon Black&Red,^[36] with special equipment proposed for young buyers, including special paint and hi-fi audio. Offered in 4 paint styles (Rosso Argilla, Nero Vulcano, Rosso Fiamma, and the bi-color Rosso Argilla with roof and hood in Nero Vulcano) the interior offers the same color as the body with alternation of black and red. The Ypsilon Black&Red is sold in most markets (including UK and Ireland^[37]) with 1.2 Fire petrol engine, 0.9 TwinAir Turbo and 1.3 Multijet diesel.

The engine range consists of the 1.2L eight-valve Fire petrol capable of 69 PS (51 kW; 68 hp), already present on the previous version and coupled to a 5-speed manual gearbox. A new option is the 0.9 L TwinAir two-cylinder withturbocharger capable of 85 PS (63 kW; 84 hp) and with Multiair. The 0.9 L TwinAir has emissions of 99 g/km of CO₂ in the version with 5-speed manual transmission while the version with a DFN (Dolce Far Niente) automatic 5-speed transmission has emissions down to 97 g/km of CO₂. The Ypsilon 0.9 L TwinAir declares consumption between 23.8 and 24.4 km/L. The diesel engine is the classic 1.3 L Multijet 16 valve 95 PS (70 kW; 94 hp) with a DPF capable of emitting 99 g/km of CO₂ and is mated to a 5-speed manual transmission. Lancia Ypsilon 1.3 Multijet states for the consumption of 26.3 km/L.

• 1.2 8V 69 PS (51 kW; 68 hp) (from 2011 to August 2020)
• 1.2 8V GPL 69 PS (51 kW; 68 hp) (Liquefied Petroleum Gas + petrol, from June 2011 to September 2024)
• 0.9 TwinAir 85 PS (63 kW; 84 hp) (from 2011 to August 2018)
• 0.9 TwinAir CNG 80 PS (59 kW; 79 hp) (Compressed Natural Gas + petrol, from January 2013 to 2023)

• 1.3 16VMultijet 95 PS (70 kW; 94 hp) (from 2011 to August 2018)

• 1.0 12VGSE FireFly BSG 69 PS (51 kW; 68 hp) (from March 2020 to September 2024)

Premiered at Frankfurt International Salon, the new Ypsilon brings a redesigned front end with a different lower bumper, featuring a horizontal bar, and new, wider, grille. Available will be two new colours:Blu di Blu, a classic Lancia tone, andIvory Chic aimed at modern trends. All engines meetEuro 6 emission standards withEcochic versions including LPG or methane fuelled.^[38] Inside, theUConnect infotainment system with a 5-inch LCD touch screen debuts, while the basic versions introduce a new DAB radio. New seat covers also make their debut. In September 2018 the engines were re-homologated according toEuro 6D-Temp regulations in the newWLTP cycle. The 1.3 Multijet diesel engine goes out of production following low sales.

In March 2020 Lancia introduces the Ypsilon EcoChic Hybrid powered by theGSE FireFly 1.0-liter, three-cylinder gasoline engine with an output of 70 metric horsepower (51 kW; 69 hp), coupled to a 12-volt BSG (belt-integrated starter generator) electric motor.

The 3.6 kW (5 hp) electric motor draws power from a small 0.13 kWh lithium battery and the vehicle should reduce fuel consumption and emission by as much as 24 percent when compared to its non-hybrid counterpart. The Ypsilon Hybrid has a new 6-speed manual transmission and is homologated Euro 6D-Final.^[39]

• Lancia Ypsilon Silver (2011)
• Lancia Ypsilon Gold (2011)
• Lancia Ypsilon Platinum (2011)
• Lancia Ypsilon Ecochic LPG (In Italy: Ecochic GPL) (2011)
• Lancia Ypsilon Black&Red (2011)
• Lancia Ypsilon Black&Grey (2011)
• Lancia Ypsilon Ecochic CNG (In Italy: Ecochic Metano) (2013)
• Lancia Ypsilon Elefantino (Pink Elefantino) (2013)
• Lancia Ypsilon S Momodesign (2013)
• Lancia Ypsilon Park in Style (2013)
• Lancia Ypsilon Elefantino (Lime, Coconut, Watermelon Elefantino) (2014)
• Lancia Ypsilon Elle (2014)
• Lancia Ypsilon 30th Anniversary (2015)
• Lancia Ypsilon Mya (2016)
• Lancia Ypsilon Unyca (2017)
• Lancia Ypsilon Elefantino Blu (2018)
• Lancia Ypsilon Black and Noir (2019)^[40]
• Lancia Ypsilon Monogram (2019)
• Lancia Ypsilon Hybrid EcoChic Silver (2020)
• Lancia Ypsilon Hybrid EcoChic Gold (2020)
• Lancia Ypsilon Hybrid EcoChic Maryne (2020)
• Lancia Ypsilon Alberta Ferretti (2021)

The Ypsilon was awarded 2 stars in theEuro NCAPcrash test in 2015.^[41]

In 2021 Stellantis gave the car a grille with vertical strips according to the Lancia tradition and updated headlights with new daytime running lights. It was also announced that the maker will now be considered a premium car maker and will be part of theStellantis premium pool sharing parts withDS Automobiles andAlfa Romeo.^[42]

Fourth generation
Overview
Model code	Type L21
Production	2024–present
Assembly	Spain:Zaragoza (Opel)
Designer	Emanuele Torrassorri[43]
Body and chassis
Body style	5-doorhatchback
Layout	Front-engine, front-wheel-drive Front-motor, front-wheel-drive (EV)
Platform	Common Modular
Related	Peugeot 208 II Opel Corsa F Jeep Avenger Fiat 600 (2023) Alfa Romeo Junior Peugeot 2008 II Opel Mokka B DS 3 Crossback
Powertrain
Engine	Petrol: 1.2THP (EB2ADTD)I3turbomild hybrid
Electric motor	28 hp Motor Integrated into the transmission 400 V front-mounted electric motor (EV)
Power output	74 kW (99 hp; 101 PS) (1.2 MHEV; 2024-2025) 82 kW (110 hp; 111 PS) (1.2 MHEV / Ypsilon HF Line; 2025) 115 kW (154 hp; 156 PS) (EV) 208 kW (279 hp; 283 PS) (Ypsilon HF EV)
Transmission	6-speed e-DCT
Hybrid drivetrain	Mild hybrid
Battery	51 or 54 kWh CATLLi-NMC (EV)
Electric range	394–403 km (245–250 mi) (WLTP)
Dimensions
Wheelbase	2,540 mm (100.0 in)
Length	4,080 mm (160.6 in)
Width	1,760 mm (69.3 in)
Height	1,440 mm (56.7 in)
Curb weight	1,282–1,584 kg (2,826–3,492 lb)

The fourth-generation Ypsilon is the first new model to be produced by Lancia since 2011 and the firstelectric model from Lancia. It was revealed in a set of images on 2 February 2024, with more details released on 14 February 2024 at Lancia's headquarters inMilan.^[44][45] It is based on theCMP / eCMP platform, sharing multiple parts with thePeugeot 208 II and theOpel Corsa F.^[46]

The Ypsilon is the first Lancia production vehicle to adopt their Pu+Ra Design language ('Pu+Ra' is a combination of ‘pure’ and ‘radical’) and the brand's new logo, which were both previewed from the Pu+Ra HPE concept car in 2023. The Ypsilon features an illuminated version of the historic front grille with three light rays, round headlights and taillights that both feature a letter Y motif, a Lancia badge on the C-Pillar and the Ypsilon badge on the rear hatch, having handwritten characters inspired by historic Lancia models.^[46][47] The ICE models are distinguished from the electric models, with four additional cooling intakes on the front fascia (which are blanked out on the electric model) and a single exhaust pipe on the rear diffuser.^[48]

The Ypsilon is the first Lancia model to debut with S.A.L.A. (Sound Air Light Augmentation) infotainment system with virtual assissant, it has a multifunctional "tavolino" table with a wireless charging pad and a leather panel embossed with the Cassina special edition logo first seen in a production vehicle, and the only car in its segment to be equippedLevel 2 Autonomous Driving safety package.^[47]

The fourth-generation Ypsilon will mark the expansion of the Lancia brand in Europe. The brand will be reintroduced in Belgium, Netherlands, France and Spain in 2024, followed by Germany in 2025. These countries are chosen in consideration of the popularity of Italian products, and the popularity ofB-segment vehicles.^[47]

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The Lancia Ypsilon Edizione Limitata Cassina is a limited production version of the Ypsilon codeveloped between Lancia and Italian high-end furniture manufacturerCassina S.p.A. Production of the model is capped at 1,906 units, the amount referencing Lancia's foundation in 1906.^[49]

In May 2024, the Ypsilon HF^[50] (HF stands for 'High Fidelity') was revealed, a high-performance version of the regular Ypsilon. The HF model has a front-mounted electric motor producing 240 PS (177 kW; 237 hp), a lower suspension, a widen wheel track and sportier exterior styling. A scheduled market launch is set to commence in May 2025.^[51][52]

The car was developed into two rally cars,Ypsilon Rally4 HF for theGroup Rally4 in 2024 andYpsilon Rally2 HF Integrale for theGroup Rally2 in 2025.^[53] The Ypsilon Rally2 car would be used to contest theWRC2 championship, marking Lancia's return to theWorld Rally Championship after decades.^[54] Development of aRally1 car is not planned for 2026 and since the WRC27 regulations have not yet been defined and some manufacturers competing in theWorld Rally Championship have not yet built their own car and some have decided not to do so, it is believed that the WRC27 regulations will not be implemented, therefore Lancia does not plan to invest in the development of a car compliant with those regulations.^[55]

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