Key Takeaways
- Lancia Ypsilon MHEV adds hybrid option to lineup.
- Hybrid Ypsilon has considerably less power (99 horsepower) than electric variant (154 hp).
- Hybrid is cheaper than EV, starting at roughly $30,000.
Lancia has unveiled the hybrid version of the all-new Ypsilon, which was revealed last month as a fully electric five-door hatchback. The new variant helps the hatch appeal to more buyers through its alternative powertrain and, even better, its lower price.
The non-electric Ypsilon is powered by a mild-hybrid system consisting of a 1.2-liter gasoline engine and a 48V electric motor in the dual-clutch automatic transmission for a total output of 99 hp, significantly less than the 154-hp Ypsilon EV. This is the same hybrid setup in the all-new Fiat 600, the bigger brother of the 500e sold in the US. Integrating an electric motor in the DCT allows various driving functions (e-Start, e-Parking, e-Queuing, and e-Creeping), helping to maximize efficiency. The Ypsilon hybrid has a top speed of 118 mph and a 0-62 mph sprint claim of 9.3 seconds.
Subtle Differences From The EV
There are only a few differences between the hybrid and EV versions of the Ypsilon. Unlike the closed-off front of the EV, the hybrid comes with intakes slots below the front lighting signature. The ICE-equipped version also naturally comes with a tailpipe. Other than that, everything carries over unchanged, including the 17-inch wheels’ diamond-cut design and the cabin.
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Like the EV, the hybrid version is also available in the Edizione Limitata Cassina trim, including the numbered leather trim on the center console and an all-blue interior designed in collaboration with Cassina, a high-end Italian furniture brand. The cabin has a wide 10.25-inch screen with Lancia’s proprietary Sound Air Light Augmentation (SALA) interface, advanced parking aid system, and Level 2 semi-autonomous driving capabilities to ensure convenience and safety.
Less Powerful But More Affordable
The new Ypsilon MHEV may be less powerful than the EV, but it’s also more affordable, with Lancia selling each for €28,000 or around $30,000 at current exchange rates. In comparison, the all-electric version has a list price of €39,500 ($43,000). These prices are for the Edizione Limitata Cassina, which is limited to 1,906 units and the first Ypsilon variant on slae.
If you’re looking for a more powerful Ypsilon, the storied Italian automaker has announced that a new Ypsilon HF will be launched in mid-2025, armed with a revised logo that will mark the return of Lancia’s high-performance division. HF variants are planned to grace the entire lineup.