Lancia has released the first images of its revived Gamma, bringing back the nameplate as an electric SUV. The new model shares its platform with the Peugeot E-3008 and Vauxhall Grandland.
The original Lancia Gamma ran from 1976 to 1984 as either a four-door fastback or two-door coupé. It earned a cult following thanks to its clean, architecture-inspired design and engineering innovations.
Poor reliability and quality issues helped kill the Lancia brand in the UK market.
As Lancia works to rebuild itself as a premium brand, it’s brought back the Gamma as an all-electric SUV. The new model features the same front-end styling as the smaller Ypsilon supermini – which uses the Peugeot E-208 and Vauxhall Corsa platform. The rear adopts a wrap-around lightbar design similar to its Peugeot E-3008 sibling.
Three Electric Powertrains Available
The 4.67-meter by 1.89-meter Gamma SUV won’t face the transverse engine troubles that plagued its predecessor. Instead, buyers get three electric powertrain options.
Two front-wheel-drive configurations offer either 227bhp or 242bhp. The standard version manages 335 miles on a single charge, while the long-range variant achieves up to 460 miles.
An all-wheel-drive version delivers 370bhp with a quoted 420-mile range.
Given its visual similarities to the Peugeot E-3008, the Gamma SUV likely shares the same battery options – a standard-range 73kWh pack and a 98kWh battery. Lancia will confirm full technical details ahead of the complete reveal this summer.
Interior Design Nods to Original
Inside, the Gamma embraces visual inspiration from the original model. The inner door form and smooth finish appear derived from the first-generation car. The dashboard hints at its predecessor’s boxy cabin geometry.
Like the Ypsilon, an in-cabin coffee table sits below the centrally-mounted touchscreen.
The Gamma SUV will be built at Stellantis’s Melfi factory exclusively for the European market. It’s highly unlikely the rebooted Italian brand will reach the UK, given Stellantis already sells Peugeot, Vauxhall, Citroën, DS, Fiat, Alfa Romeo, Jeep, and Leapmotor brands there.
EV Powered has contacted Stellantis for an official statement regarding whether Lancia is part of the company’s UK plans.
The rebooted Gamma isn’t the first automotive controversy from Italy this week. Ferrari launched its debut EV, the Luce, to significant online backlash. Alfa Romeo also confirmed an electric-only C-segment hatchback – likely adopting the Giulietta name – and SUV as part of its next-generation lineup.
