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Lancia Ypsilon 846 0.9 (80 Hp) Methane
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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 Overview:
Lancia Ypsilon (846). With 140 Nm of torque, it offers ample pulling power. It boasts low fuel consumption (~5.8 l/100km). Weighing only 1090 kg, it’s quite light. Front‑wheel drive delivers efficiency and easy handling. Acceleration is relatively slow (0–100 km/h in 13.1 s). The top speed reaches 167 km/h. A compact car with a rear door that swings upward to provide access to the cargo area. Seating for 5 makes it ideal for daily use.
The Lancia Ypsilon (846) achieved a commendable 5-star Euro NCAP rating in 2011, demonstrating strong performance in adult and child occupant protection categories.
0.9 (80 Hp) Methane Verdict:
Performance Verdict
Acceptable performance for urban use, but the power reduction is noticeable compared to the petrol TwinAir, especially when loaded.
Fuel Economy
Highly cost-effective to run on methane, offering significant savings on fuel expenses for frequent drivers.
Pros and Cons:
Pros:
- • Distinctive and elegant Italian styling
- • Compact and agile for city driving and parking
- • Good range of fuel-efficient engine options (TwinAir, MultiJet, LPG/Methane)
- • Comfortable ride for its class, absorbing bumps well
- • Commendable 5-star Euro NCAP safety rating
Cons:
- • Limited rear passenger and boot space compared to rivals
- • Some engines can feel underpowered on highways (especially 1.2L)
- • DFN automated manual gearbox can be unrefined and jerky
- • Interior plastics feel cheap in some areas
- • Lancia brand had limited availability outside Italy, impacting support
Specifications:
Specifications are compared to those of the previous generation(843, facelift 2006: 2009 - November, 2011).
| General: | |
|---|---|
| Brand: | Lancia |
| Model: | Ypsilon |
| Generation: | 846 |
| Modification (Engine): | 0.9 (80 Hp) Methane |
| Start of production: | 2011 |
| End of production: | 2015 |
| Powertrain Architecture: | Internal Combustion engine |
| Body type: | Hatchback |
| Seats: | 5 |
| Doors: | 5 |
| Engine: | |
|---|---|
| Power: | 80 Hp @ 5500 rpm. Same horsepower |
| Power per litre: | 91.4 Hp/l [32mm more] |
| Torque: | 140 Nm @ 2500 rpm. |
| Engine Model/Code: | 312 A5.000 More details about the engine 312 A5.000 |
| Engine displacement: | 875 |
| Number of cylinders: | 4 |
| Engine configuration: | Inline |
| Number of valves per cylinder: | 2 |
| Fuel injection system: | Multi-port manifold injection |
| Engine aspiration: | Turbocharger, Intercooler |
| Engine oil capacity: | 3.2 l |
| Coolant: | 5.3 l |
| Engine layout: | Front, Transverse |
| Compression ratio: | 10:1 |
| Performance: | |
|---|---|
| Fuel Type: | Petrol / CNG |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban: | 5.8 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - extra urban: | 3.9 l/100 km |
| Fuel consumption (economy) - urban (CNG): | 4.0 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: | 4.6 l/100 km |
| Emission standard: | Euro 5 |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h: | 13.1 sec |
| Acceleration 0 - 62 mph: | 13.1 sec |
| Maximum speed: | 167 km/h |
| Weight-to-power ratio: | 13.6 kg/Hp, 73.4 Hp/tonne |
| Weight-to-torque ratio: | 7.8 kg/Nm, 128.4 Nm/tonne |
| Acceleration 0 - 60 mph: | 12.4 sec |
| Space: | |
|---|---|
| Kerb Weight: | 1090 |
| Trunk (boot) space - minimum: | 202 l |
| Fuel tank capacity: | 40 l |
| CNG cylinder capacity: | 12 kg |
| Size: | |
|---|---|
| Length: | 3842 mm mm [32mm more] |
| Width: | 1875 mm mm [171mm more] |
| Height: | 1554 mm mm [24mm more] |
| Wheelbase: | 2390 mm mm [2mm more] |
| Front track: | 1414 mm |
| Rear (Back) track: | 1408 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 | Ventilated discs [Best for performance and cooling.] |
| Rear brakes | Drum [bad for performance and cooling.] |
| Assisting systems | ABS (Anti-lock braking system) |
| Steering type | Steering rack and pinion |
| Tires size | 175/65 R15 84 T |
| Wheel rims size | 15 |
| Front suspension | Independent type McPherson |
| Rear suspension | Semi-independent, coil spring |
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