Lancia signs the his official return to the world of rallying with a special test at the Stellantis Proving Ground in Balocco. Carlos Tavares, CEO of Stellantishas put the nuova Ypsilon Rally4 HF on the circuit Located in the province of Vercelli, which extends over 80 kilometers of tracks and represents a center of excellence for high-performance testing and trials.
“Seeing Carlos Tavares driving the Ypsilon Rally 4 HF was extraordinary” dice Luca Napolitano CEO of Lancia. “The 212 HP turbo engine and the precision engineering of the car are the result of our team’s passion. The Ypsilon Rally 4 HF combines ambition and humility, representing our commitment to the Rally 4 class, the heart of competition. This is just the beginning of an exciting journey. Follow us on October 24-25 for more news!”, continued the number one of Lancia.
Lancia Ypsilon, between rally and road
The Turin brand is preparing to write a new chapter with the introduction of the Ypsilon Rally4 HF and of the new Ypsilon HFboth officially presented last May. The Ypsilon Rally4 HF is designed for competition, with an engine 1.2 turbo three-cylinder that develops 212 CV and a 5-speed mechanical transmission with mechanical limited slip differential. The front-wheel drive configuration ensures optimum agility and performance, making it ideal for young drivers who want to emerge.
The Ypsilon HF, on the other hand, is the high-performance road version of the first car of the brand’s new era, powered by an engine 100% electric 280 HP. With an acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h in 5.8 secondsthe Ypsilon HF combines exceptional performance with a design inspired by the most radical cars of Lancia’s past, featuring a lowered ride height and a widened track. This version represents the brand’s renewed commitment to producing powerful and exciting cars that combine sustainability and innovation.
The return to motorsport
2025 will mark Lancia’s return to motorsportwith the aim of reaffirming its presence in contemporary motor racing. With a mix of tradition and innovation, Lancia looks to the future with passion and ambition.
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