Lancia is a shell of its former self, but the brand refuses to die as they have taken the wraps off the facelifted Ypsilon. Looking instantly recognizable, the model features a revised grille with vertical accents and a more prominent satin chrome surround. It’s flanked by updated headlights with slender LED daytime running lights.
Additional changes are limited, but the
Ypsilon adopts a ‘smiling’ lower air intake and a revised color palette. The
latter features a new Elegant Blue option which is billed a reinterpretation of
Lancia Blue. The modest updates continue in the cabin as buyers will find a new
7-inch infotainment system with Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility.
The model also features a newly standard cabin air filter that captures over
99% of allergens and reduces the proliferation of mold and bacteria by over
98%.
Under the hood, there’s a revised engine
lineup that features lower emissions. The company didn’t say much about the
changes, but there’s a 1.2-liter unit that produces 68 hp and 102 Nm of torque. Customers can also opt for a 0.9-liter engine with
84 hp and 145 Nm of torque.
Last but not least, there’s a hybrid
powertrain that features a 1.0-liter three-cylinder petrol engine, an electric
motor and a lithium-ion battery. It produces 69 hp and 92 Nm of torque, which enables the Ypsilon to run from 0-100 km/h in 14.2 seconds.
Pricing starts at € 15,100 and climbs to
€ 16,700 for the Ypsilon Gold.
