Lancia Ypsilon

El Lancia Ypsilon It is the most compact model of the Italian premium firm. It is the first new model that the firm launches on the market because for several years it has been on sale solely and exclusively in its native country. She is back thanks to the fact that Stellantis has trusted her to place her within the group at the same level as Alfa Romeo y DS. Hence this new Ypsilon has nothing to do with its predecessor and is much more ambitious in everything...

In essence we are still facing a B segment model, although with a new approach in everything. This is noted and appreciated in the exponential evolution of its exterior design, the quality of its interior materials, equipment and technology. The mechanical offer It is also brand new with versions of gasoline, Mild Hybrid and one hundred percent electric. Furthermore, with the Ypsilon the brand returns to the world of rallying thanks to the 240 HP HF version.

Technical characteristics of the Lancia Ypsilon

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As we have indicated, the new Lancia Ypsilon has nothing to do with its predecessor. First of all is based on the Stellantis CMP platform the same one used by Peugeot 208 y Opel Corsa. Thanks to it, her height grows and reaches 4,07 meters in length by 1,75 meters in width and 1,43 meters in height. For its part, the wheelbase grows to 2,53 meters, which now offers greater habitability and up to 352 liters of trunk space.

Technically the new one from the Italian premium brand is not revolutionary but Their range is very interesting.. The version opens 1.2 Mild Hybrid 100 HP associated with the 6-stage dual-clutch automatic transmission. The objective of this version is to offer a high user experience and low consumption for those who want to have an Ypsilon but cannot access an electric one due to its use or price. That is the most important version.

In her the Ypsilon offers 156 HP fed by a 51 kWh lithium ion battery of energy capacity. With it, the brand announces a range of up to 403 kilometers according to the WLPT homologation protocol. It will be in 2025 when its mechanical offer will be expanded with a sportier electric version. Its about Ypsilon HF with 240 HP power with the same battery and mechanical self-locking differential and a lowered suspension.

Exterior, interior and equipment design of the Lancia Ypsilon

Lancia Ypsilon

The aesthetics of the new Lancia Ypsilon have nothing to do with that of its predecessors. Now it is a sporty model with character that stands out for its more modern and angular lines. Its front draws attention due to the black mask and the thin LED strip that runs along it, which, according to the brand, is reminiscent of the chalice-type grille. There are also four openings reminiscent of the Delta HF inputs or a rear that emulates the rear optics of the Stratos.

Behind closed doors we are looking at a one hundred percent premium model. The design of the digital instrument panel or the center touch screen They are at different levels simulate the elements of a living room. The table It is the table that goes lowest and serves to create a bridge in the central tunnel between the controls for the air conditioning and the space beneath it. All this accompanied by high quality materials such as velvet on the seats and doors.

The Ypsilon's equipment is another of its strong points. First, it stands out for the LIVING ROOM multimedia system which groups the sound, air conditioning and lighting functions. Along with it there is a voice recognition system that will incorporate ChatGPT to improve the user experience and expand the functions. In terms of safety, it includes active driving aids such as signal reader, lane centering or blind spot warning.

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Rivals of the Lancia Ypsilon

The arrival of the new Ypsilon on the market is a shock for the B segment. More so now that it is declining in sales and models with the disappearance of the Ford Fiesta. However, they will have to face a large list that has gained strength in recent years. Thus, we can cite the Opel Corsa-e, Peugeot e-208, MG3 or MINI Cooper Electric. We can also add other similar rivals such as fiat 500e or Volkswagen Polo y Seat Ibiza.

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Price of the Lancia Ypsilon

The new Ypsilon does not arrive as a cheap and attractive utility vehicle. It does so as a premium one that, thanks to its image or quality and technological equipment, is at the top of its segment. So, The starting price of the Italian car starts at 23.900 euros for the 1.2 Hybrid version with 100 HP and Ypsilon finish. At the other end of the range is the 156% electric version with 51 HP and a 39.500 kWh battery with Limitata Cassina finish for XNUMX euros.