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Lancia Ypsilon

Years1985–present
Generations10
Total variants137
Body stylesHatchback
PlatformFiat B · Fiat Mini · Common Modular
DesignerEnrico Fumia at Centro Stile Lancia · Mike Robinson at Centro Stile Lancia · Alberto Dilillo at Centro Stile Lancia · Emanuele Torrassorri
AssemblyItaly: Melfi · Italy: Termini Imerese · Melfi · Poland: Tychy · Spain: Zaragoza
PredecessorAutobianchi Y10
Also known asChrysler Ypsilon (Ireland, Japan, United Kingdom)

The Lancia Ypsilon is a hatchback model, produced 1985–present, spanning 10 generations with 137 variants in the Cars-Data.com database. Generations covered include the Ypsilon Electric (2024-), Ypsilon (2024-), Ypsilon (2015-2017) and Ypsilon (2011-2015). The Ypsilon (2011-2015) generation is the most extensively documented, with 32 variants across engine options, transmissions, and trim levels. Each variant page provides engine displacement, power in HP and kW, 0–100 km/h acceleration, top speed, fuel consumption, CO₂ emissions, dimensions, and list price at launch.

Generations · 10

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Quick answers
How many generations does the Lancia Ypsilon have?

The Lancia Ypsilon has 10 generations with 137 total variants in the Cars-Data.com database. Each generation has its own page listing all variants with engine specs, performance figures, and consumption data.

What years was the Lancia Ypsilon produced?

The Lancia Ypsilon has been produced 1985–present. Throughout this period the model evolved across multiple generations, each introducing new engine options, body styles, and technology upgrades.

What body type is the Lancia Ypsilon?

The Lancia Ypsilon is available as Hatchback. These body styles reflect the different market positions and use cases the model has served across its production history.

Cost calculator

What would this actually cost you?

31,833Estimated total · €6,367 per year
  • Depreciation12,983
  • Fuel / energy10,500
  • Insurance3,750
  • Maintenance3,000
  • Road tax1,600

Estimate only — insurance, maintenance and road tax are generic figures, not a quote for your car or country. Fuel/energy uses EU-average prices.

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Regional names · 1

Lancia Ypsilon: names by market

This model has been sold under different names across markets — same car, different badge or nameplate.

  • Chrysler Ypsilon
    Ireland, Japan, United Kingdom
Across · Hatchback

How performance changed across generations

GenerationPower0–100 km/hVariantsPriceScore
Ypsilon (1985-1993)1985–199353 hp15.2 s12€8k–€12k★ 3.1
Ypsilon (1993-1996)1993–199653 hp16 s8€9k–€13k★ 2.8
Ypsilon (1996-2000)1996–200071 hp13 s10€10k–€14k★ 3.0
Ypsilon (2000-2003)2000–200369 hp12.8 s9€11k–€18k★ 3.0
Ypsilon (2003-2006)2003–200680 hp13.3 s23€13k–€22k★ 2.7
Ypsilon (2006-2011)2006–201180 hp13.2 s18€12k–€21k★ 3.0
Ypsilon (2011-2015)2011–201579 hp12.7 s32€13k–€18k★ 4.0
Ypsilon (2015-2017)2015–201778 hp13.3 s11€14k–€20k★ 3.6
Ypsilon Electric (2024-)2024–present174 hp7.8 s7€32k–€40k★ 2.9
Ypsilon (2024-)2024–present100 hp9.3 s7€29k–€33k★ 2.9

Equipment

Ypsilon Electric (2024-)

Does the Lancia Ypsilon have Apple CarPlay?
Standardon all versions
Does the Lancia Ypsilon have Android Auto?
Standardon all versions
Does the Lancia Ypsilon have parking sensors?
Standard (front & rear)on 5 of 7 versions
Does the Lancia Ypsilon have a reversing camera?
Standardon 5 of 7 versions
Does the Lancia Ypsilon have cruise control?
Standardon all versions
Does the Lancia Ypsilon have built-in navigation?
Optionalon 6 of 7 versions
Does the Lancia Ypsilon have ISOFIX?
Standardon all versions
Does the Lancia Ypsilon have lane keeping assist?
Standardon all versions
Does the Lancia Ypsilon have Bluetooth?
Standardon all versions
Does the Lancia Ypsilon have a driver airbag?
Standardon all versions