Despite earlier rumors about a possible return of the Aurelia, Lancia‘s second production model that is coming in 2026 will adopt the Gamma nameplate. The news were made public by Luca Napolitano, Lancia’s CEO, during the presentation of the Pu+Ra HPE concept last Saturday.
As reported by Quattroruote, Napolitano said: “Our second car, the flagship, which will arrive in 2026 , will be called Gamma”. The CEO didn’t only reveal the name but also gave us hints about the design of the upcoming model. The Lancia Gamma, previously described as a crossover, will have a five-door “sportback” bodystyle featuring a sloping roofline and a hatchback with a sporty rear window.
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This description sounds a lot like the original Lancia Gamma which was produced between 1976 and 1984 for the executive segment. Unlike its rivals which were traditional three-box sedans, the Gamma Berlina was a fastback, joined by a Pininfarina-styled two-door coupe variant.
Luca Napolitano said that the new Gamma will be “elegant and innovative”, featuring a “pure and radical” exterior and a “beautiful” interior. We expect the model to mirror the main styling cues of the Pu+Ra HPE concept, including the illuminated grille, the round taillights, the panoramic sunroof, and the retro-futuristic interior inspired by Italian furniture with eco-sustainable materials.
The Lancia Gamma is expected to measure around 4.7m (185 inches) long, which is about the same as an Alfa Romeo Giulia or a BMW 3-Series. Still, it will be the flagship of the Lancia range, as the automaker’s largest and most luxurious offering.
The model will have a fully electric powertrain, as Lancia has pledged to become an EV-only automaker in 2026. The Gamma is expected to ride on the STLA Medium architecture, which means it could offer up to 700 km (440 miles) of range, and produce up to 443 hp (330 kW / 449 PS) of power. Italian media suggest that the model will likely be produced at the Melfi plant in Italy.
Lancia’s offensive will begin with the all-new Ypsilon supermini in 2024, coming in hybrid and fully electric forms. The Lancia Gamma EV will follow in 2026, with the Delta EV hatchback coming in 2028 to complete the three-model range.
