Bojan Vrbnjak
Renaissance Lancia will start with the model Ypsilon. A new generation planned for the year 2024, will pave the way for a new design concept, advanced technologies and a long-awaited relaunch of the brand that aims to premium segment. Lancia is on its own Design Day has already given hints for the future style. That's why colleagues from engine1.com tried to imagine the new Ypsilon with an exclusive rendering.
The future with a view to the past
As the graphic reconstruction by colleagues from Motor1.com suggests, it will Ypsilon left the spheres of the compact car segment and went small SUV. Built (probably) on a platform CMP in e-CMP Peugeot 2008 and Jeep Avenger, the new Lancia will be long between 4,10 and 4,20 meters, just like her relatives from the family stellantis. In theory, a new electric platform could also be used for the new model STLA Small and would launch their own vehicle shortly after the first DS Automobiles model. But we will see that.
Na Ypsilon new ones are presented for the first time Lancia logo (as well as the extended lettering on the bonnet as well as the badge on the B-pillars) and light signature in the form of a chalice. Two elements seen for the first time in the study Pu+Ra Zero, shown at the aforementioned Design Day event. The three light beams will be the hallmark of future models and will be visible day and night.
Empty front part was already expected due to some of these teasers that were shown to the press. Also alloy wheels, which will have a contrasting design with three large elements that again resemble the shape of a chalice. They are located at the back circular lights, which are inspired by the sculpture shown at the event Design Day, and according to the legendary Stratos. There will probably be more hints of Lancia's past on the production model (and on the future Aurelia and Delta). In fact, the company admits that they were inspired by historic vehicles such as the Aurelia B20, Flaminia, Fulvia Coupé, 037 Stradale and Delta HF Integrale.
Full of innovation
Also inside will be inspired by legendary models and will consist of at least 50 percent environmentally friendly materials. In particular, the dashboard will resemble rounded elements Beta Trevi with modern customization based on infotainment screens and control elements and driving modes. On board are also a curved screen, a display on the front window (Head-up-Display) and an unusually shaped steering wheel that resembles a Tesla.
It will be difficult with drives. Depending on which one platform chosen by the manufacturer, versions with an internal combustion engine, hybrid or fully electric are possible. However, it is still too early to imagine which batteries or which gasoline engines the first one will have Lancia SUV. However, it is already clear that he wants to stellantis to place the mark on the same level as Alfa Romeo in DS Automobiles. As a result, we can expect quality materials and average list prices that are higher than other compact SUVs in the group.
