- The Lancia Ypsilon gains a turbo manual trim in Italy.
- It has a six-speed manual gearbox and 99 horsepower.
- It costs €3,000 less than the mild-hybrid equivalent.
Lancia is dialing things back, expanding the Ypsilon lineup with a new entry-level variant that skips electrification in favor of a traditional combustion engine paired with a manual gearbox. The new Ypsilon Turbo 100 has launched in Italy as the brand’s most affordable offering.
While demand for hybrids is growing, Lancia claims that the new variant responds to direct customer feedback and analysis of the Italian market. According to the company, many drivers enjoy the control of a manual transmission, just like those who “choose to listen to vinyl, write by hand, or make coffee with a moka pot”.
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The Ypsilon Turbo 100 follows the same recipe with many other Stellantis hatchbacks like the Peugeot 208, the Opel Corsa, and the Fiat Grande Panda. Under the hood lies the familiar turbo 1.2-liter three-cylinder engine without the mild hybrid system, generating 99 hp (74 kW / 100 PS) and 205 Nm (151 lb-ft) of torque.
Power is transmitted to the front axle via a six-speed manual gearbox, which is a first for Lancia since it entered its new era. In terms of performance, the 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) acceleration is completed in 10.2 seconds, and top speed is rated at 194 km/h (121 mph).
Same Looks But No Coffee Table Inside
While the exterior of the Turbo 100 mirrors the mild-hybrid version, there are notable changes inside the cabin. Besides the three-pedal setup, the presence of a gearbox lever means that the signature “multifunctional coffee table” console has been omitted.
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The Turbo 100 is available in three trim levels – the base Ypsilon, the high-spec LX, and the sporty HF Line which gets a unique bodykit. Equipment is rather good, as even the cheapest model comes standard with dual 10.25-inch displays, auto climate control, a USB-C port, full LED headlights, rear parking sensors, and a basic ADAS suite.
The Cheapest New Lancia
And that leads us to the biggest selling point of the manual variant which is its pricing. All trims of the Turbo 100 are €3,000 ($3,500) cheaper than the equivalent mild-hybrid automatic. List prices are €22,200 ($26,200) for the base Ypsilon, and €25,200 ($29,700) for the LX and HF Line trims.
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However, Stellantis claims that if you take advantage of all financing options, the starting price can drop to €15,950 ($18,800), with monthly payments from €99 ($117). This matches the last iteration of the previous generation from 2023, despite having a more potent engine and much more modern technology.
