World premiere of the Lancia Gamma in Paris
Lancia will use the 2026 Paris Auto Show to introduce its new compact SUV, the Gamma. In addition to a gasoline version, it will also have three electric variants, including an HF Integrale – though not in Germany. The Lancia Gamma remains unavailable for the German market for now.
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As early as the end of 2024, Lancia kept interest high by announcing a new model named Gamma. 50 years after the debut of the original model in 1976, and on time for the brand’s 120th anniversary, the new Lancia Gamma makes its world premiere at the 2026 Paris Auto Show. This flagship model of the Italian brand is intended to bridge the gap between the brand’s heritage and Stellantis’ current technology.
However, those in this country looking forward to a test drive at a Lancia dealer will be disappointed for now. Lancia has not indicated any plans to offer the Gamma in Germany either. The brand’s focus markets remain Italy, France, Spain, and the Benelux countries. There, prices start at around 45,500 euros for the cheapest electric version.
With a length of 4.67 meters, a width of 1.89 meters, and a height of 1.63 meters, the Gamma falls into the compact crossover segment. Its sloping rear end, split roof spoiler, and optimized air intakes give it a good cw value of 0.25. Behind the large rear door, there is a trunk volume of 560 liters available. The electric versions of the Gamma weigh up to 2,276 kilograms (with all-wheel drive).
Inside, a circular console stands out, positioned like a side table between the driver and passenger. It houses control buttons along with an inductive charging pad. The seats are made from sustainable materials: recycled textile fibers, synthetic bio-foam, and leather treated with minerals. According to the manufacturer, the rear seat offers more legroom than typical for its class.
The cockpit features a 10.25-inch instrument display, a 12-inch head-up display, and a 16-inch touchscreen in the center. The Lancia Gamma can also be controlled via voice commands using ChatGPT. Among its Level 2 assist systems are a lane-keeping assistant that activates with the turn signal and an adaptive cruise control system.
Three electric variants
The Lancia Gamma is built on the STLA Medium Multi-Energy platform, which supports both electric drives and internal combustion engines. The entry-level version comes equipped with a 1.2-liter three-cylinder engine and a mild hybrid system. Above that, there are three electric variants: starting with front-wheel drive delivering 169 kW and 343 Newton meters of torque. This version uses a smaller 73.7-kWh NMC battery (net), sufficient for a WLTP range of just over 540 kilometers. The Gamma’s top speed is limited to 190 km/h. With a larger 97.2-kWh battery in the long-range version, the crossover achieves a range of around 740 kilometers.
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Lancia Gamma also as an electric HF Integrale
The sporty HF Integrale reintroduces the well-known model name after thirty years as a new electric sports car, featuring a dual-motor all-wheel-drive system with 257 kW of power. When the battery is charged to over 90 percent, peak performance rises to 276 kW with 509 Newton meters of torque, allowing the car to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in just 5.1 seconds. Despite this power output, the 97.2-kWh battery enables an WLTP range of up to 676 kilometers in this all-wheel-drive model.
The standard equipment of the HF Integrale includes an adaptive suspension. Using direct current, the battery can be charged from 20% to 80% in 27 minutes, allowing for a range of about 100 kilometers in just six minutes. Other features include an automatic charging stop plan with battery preconditioning, one-pedal driving, and a vehicle-to-load function for supplying power to external devices.