Lancia Ypsilon 843, facelift 2006 1.4 16V (95 Hp) DFN


Overall Rating

6.3 / 10
Safety 3.0 / 5
Engine 2.5 / 5
Value 3.5 / 5
Performance 3.5 / 5
Comfort 3.5 / 5
People\'s Opinion N/A / 5
Not Rated

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)

843, facelift 2006 Overview:

Lancia Ypsilon (843, facelift 2006). With 128 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It has moderate fuel consumption (~8.2 l/100km). Weighing only 980 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 10.4 s). The top speed reaches 175 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.

1.4 16V (95 Hp) DFN Verdict:

Rating 4 stars

Performance Verdict

Decent power for a petrol unit, offering respectable acceleration, though the DFN gearbox can be clunky.

Fuel Economy

Moderate fuel consumption for a petrol engine, acceptable for mixed driving.

Best Use Case: Mixed

Pros and Cons:

Pros:

  • • Distinctive and stylish Italian design
  • • Comfortable and well-appointed interior for its class
  • • Excellent fuel economy from Multijet diesel engines
  • • Compact size makes it ideal for city driving and parking
  • • Good value on the used car market

Cons:

  • • Limited rear passenger and boot space
  • • Entry-level petrol engines can feel underpowered
  • • DFN automated manual gearbox can be jerky and unrefined
  • • Older Euro NCAP safety rating (3 stars from 2000)
  • • Some interior plastics feel less premium than rivals

Specifications:

Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(L21: March, 2024 - ).

General:
Brand:Lancia
Model:Ypsilon
Generation:843, facelift 2006
Modification (Engine):1.4 16V (95 Hp) DFN
Start of production:October, 2006
End of production:August, 2010
Powertrain Architecture:Internal Combustion engine
Body type:Hatchback
Seats:4
Doors:3
Engine:
Power:95 Hp @ 5800 rpm. Same horsepower
Power per litre:69.4 Hp/l [265mm less]
Torque:128 Nm @ 4500 rpm.
Engine Model/Code:843A1000 More details about the engine 843A1000
Engine displacement:1368
Number of cylinders:4
Engine configuration:Inline
Number of valves per cylinder:4
Fuel injection system:Multi-port manifold injection
Engine aspiration:Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain:DOHC
Engine oil capacity:3.2 l
Coolant:4.5 l
Engine layout:Front, Transverse
Cylinder Bore:72 mm
Piston Stroke:84 mm
Compression ratio:11:1
Performance:
Fuel Type:Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban:8.2 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban:5.4 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined (NEDC):6.4 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (NEDC):8.2 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban (NEDC):5.4 l/100 km
Fuel consumption (economy) - combined:6.4 l/100 km
Emission standard:Euro 4
Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h:10.4 sec
Acceleration 0 - 62 mph:10.4 sec
Maximum speed:175 km/h
Weight-to-power ratio:10.3 kg/Hp, 96.9 Hp/tonne
Weight-to-torque ratio:7.7 kg/Nm, 130.6 Nm/tonne
Acceleration 0 - 60 mph:9.9 sec
Space:
Kerb Weight:980
Max. weight:1495
Max. roof load:75 kg
Max load:515
Trunk (boot) space - minimum:215 l
Fuel tank capacity:47 l
Size:
Length:3810 mm [265mm less]
Width:1704 mm [51mm less]
Height:1530 mm [95mm more]
Wheelbase:2388 mm [149mm less]
Front track:1450 mm
Rear (Back) track:1440 mm
Front overhang:819 mm
Rear overhang:603 mm
Minimum turning circle (turning diameter):9.83 m [above average]
Powertrain:
Drivetrain ArchitectureThe Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive wheelFront wheel drive
Number of gears5
Transmission typeAutomatic
Gearbox typeDFN
Front brakesVentilated discs, 257x22 mm [Best for performance and cooling.]
Rear brakesDrum, 203x38 mm [bad for performance and cooling.]
Assisting systemsABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering typeSteering rack and pinion
Power steeringElectric Steering
Tires size185/65 R14; 195/55 R15; 195/45 R16
Wheel rims size6J x 14; 6J x 15; 6.5J x 16
Front suspensionIndependent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar
Rear suspensionTransverse stabilizer, Torsion

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