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Lancia Ypsilon 846, facelift 2021 0.9 TwinAir (70 Hp) CNG
Overall Rating
Lancia Ypsilon:
The Lancia Ypsilon is a supermini car manufactured and marketed by Lancia, currently in its fourth generation and as of 2024, the marque's only model. The Ypsilon was released in 1995, as a larger and more expensive replacement to the Y10. Between 1995 and 2005, Lancia produced more than 870,000 Ypsilons in the Melfi plant in the Potenza region.
The third generation Ypsilon, sharing its platform with the Fiat 500, was marketed also as the Chrysler Ypsilon in the United Kingdom, Ireland and Japan. Fiat Group discontinued the Chrysler variant in 2015, having marketed 2,000 units in 2014. It is also no longer sold in Japan, with the discontinuation of both the Lancia Voyager and Lancia Thema branding on Chrysler-built vehicles in 2015....(Read more on Wikipedia)
846, facelift 2021 Overview:
Lancia Ypsilon (846, facelift 2021). With 145 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~6.4 l/100km). Weighing only 1165 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 13 s). The top speed reaches 170 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 4 makes it ideal for daily use.
0.9 TwinAir (70 Hp) CNG Verdict:
Performance Verdict
With 85 Hp on CNG, performance is comparable to the petrol TwinAir (13 seconds 0-100 km/h), adequate for urban and suburban driving.
Fuel Economy
Excellent running costs where CNG infrastructure is available, offering a very eco-friendly and economical alternative to traditional fuels (5.5 l/100 km CNG equivalent).
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Compact size ideal for city driving and parking
- • Stylish Italian design, particularly the interior
- • Range of fuel-efficient options (mild-hybrid, LPG, CNG)
- • Affordable purchase price and running costs
- • Maneuverable with light steering
Cons:
- • Very poor Euro NCAP safety rating (2 stars)
- • Outdated platform and technology compared to rivals
- • Limited performance across all engine options
- • Cramped rear seats and small boot space
- • Basic infotainment and driver assistance features
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(843, facelift 2006: August, 2010 - November, 2011).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Lancia |
| Model: | Ypsilon |
| Generation: | 846, facelift 2021 |
| Modification (Engine): | 0.9 TwinAir (70 Hp) CNG |
| Start of production: | February, 2021 |
| End of production: | January, 2023 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 4 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Engine systems: | Start & Stop System |
| Power: | 85 Hp @ 5500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 97.1 Hp/l [27mm more] |
| Torque: | 145 Nm @ 1900 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 312A2000 More details about the engine 312A2000 |
| Engine displacement: | 875 |
| Number of cylinders: | 2 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 4 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.3 l |
| Coolant: | 5.3 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Power (CNG): | 70 Hp @ 5500 rpm. |
| Power per litre (CNG): | 80 Hp/l |
| Torque (CNG): | 135 Nm @ 2500 rpm. |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Maximum speed (CNG): | 160 km/h |
| Combined fuel consumption (WLTP) (CNG): | 4.1-4.2 kg/100 km |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h (CNG): | 14.4 sec |
| Fuel Type: | Petrol / CNG |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 6.4 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 4.9 l/100 km |
| Combined fuel consumption (WLTP): | 4.1-4.2 kg/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (CNG): | 4 kg/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (CNG): | 2.6 kg/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (CNG): | 3.1 kg/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - combined: | 5.5 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 6d-Temp |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 13 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 13 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 170 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 13.7 kg/Hp, 73 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 8 kg/Nm, 124.5 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 12.4 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1165 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 202 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 40 l |
| CNG cylinder capacity: | 12 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3837 mm mm [27mm more] |
| Width: | 1676 mm mm [28mm less] |
| Height: | 1518 mm mm [12mm less] |
| Wheelbase: | 2390 mm mm [2mm more] |
| Front track: | 1411 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1407 mm |
| Minimum turning circle (turning diameter): | 9.4 m [above average] |
| Powertrain: | |
|---|---|
| Drivetrain Architecture | The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle. |
| Drive wheel | Front wheel drive |
| Number of gears | 5 |
| Transmission type | Manual |
| Front brakes | Disc, 257x22 mm [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum, 203 mm [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Power steering | Electric Steering |
| Tires size | 175/65 R15 84T |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Torsion |
If you could change one thing about the Lancia Ypsilon, what would it be?