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Auto Car
01-07-2025
- Automotive
- Auto Car
New Lancia Delta HF Integrale confirmed for 2026
Lancia will launch a new Delta HF Integrale next year, more than 30 years since production of the legendary hot hatch ended. As before, the Integrale name will adorn the Italian car maker's top performance models, starting from 2026. Alongside the Delta, the new DS No8-twinned Gamma flagship, also due next year, will feature the logo in its most powerful form. The news was confirmed as part of the launch of the Ypsilon Rally6 HF Racing on Tuesday, the second new rally car launched by Lancia since it returned to the motorsport with the Ypsilon Rally4 HF Racing last October. In rally spec, the Ypsilon gets up to 209bhp from a 1.2-litre three-cylinder turbo petrol engine, which is paired with a five-speed manual gearbox. It also gets a limited-slip differential. However, the road-going Ypsilon HF, launched last year, is powered by the same 278bhp, 254lb ft electric powertrain as the Peugeot e-208 GTi, Alfa Romeo Junior Veloce and Abarth 600e - which all use the Stellantis's e-CMP platform. This points to the Delta - expected to be twinned with the Vauxhall Mokka – receiving the same treatment for the HF Integrale range-topper. That electric set up includes a mechanical limited-slip diff, hydraulic bump stops and a rear anti-roll bar. The steering is also said to have been tuned for more direct responses. The return of a combustion-engined Delta HF Integrale isn't completely off the table, however, given that Peugeot boss Alain Favey has told Autocar that any decision on a new ICE Peugeot GTi model wasn't ruled out. Lancia launched the original Delta in 1979 as a humble family hatchback, with the more potent HF and turbocharged HF 4WD not arriving until 1983 and 1986. The now famous Integrale name was applied to the road car in 1987, when the Italian brand decided to take the Delta rallying. This started with the left-hand-drive-only 182bhp HF Integrale 8v, before, in 1989, the more powerful 197bhp HF Integrale 16v arrived - which could also be had in right-hand drive. As per WRC rules, 5000 homologated road cars had to be built each year to comply with regulations, but by 1993, demand had pushed Integrale production to nearly 45,000. Since it went out of production in 1994, many 'new' hot Deltas have been created. This includes the £270,000, 300bhp Futurista, a reinterpretation of the Delta Integrale from coachbuilder Automobili Amos, and the Grassi 044S, a 640bhp tribute to the Delta S4 from Grassi Scuderia Milanese.
Auto Car
13-06-2025
- Automotive
- Auto Car
Return of a hot hatch legend: Peugeot will reveal its first GTi model in years today
Peugeot's sporting sub-brand to make its return on the eve of Le Mans for a feisty Alpine A290 rival New E-208 GTI is tipped for 237bhp and a Torsen limited-slip diff Close News Peugeot will reveal a hot GTi variant of the electric e-208 supermini on the eve of the Le Mans 24 Hour race today. The brand has confirmed that its long-mooted Alpine A290 rival, officially confirmed by Peugeot boss Alain Favey earlier this year, will be unwrapped on 13 June. It has given no details, but says it will be "fun to drive, agile, powerful - built to deliver an unforgettable driving experience". It will be the first GTi model since the previous-generation Peugeot 308 went off sale in 2021 and Peugeot's first sporty pure-electric car. Speaking to media recently, Favey said: 'I'm in a position to confirm that we will reintroduce the GTi on the e-208 as soon as possible. We've made the decision that Peugeot GTi will be reintroduced.' He added that it is a 'signal' about 'what it means to reconnect to our past, our history' and that it would link the French brand's road cars to its involvement in motorsport - particularly the World Endurance Championship, in which it fields the 9X8 hypercar. 'We want to continue to nurture the reputation of the brand for driving sensations and the fact that our cars produce particular driving sensations, either as a driver or as someone that is being driven in the car,' Favey said. As for a broader GTi line-up or a sporting model with a combustion engine, Favey suggested it will depend on customer feedback. He said: 'We will start with the 208 and [are] definitely listening to your inputs, or what our customers will say as well. "We don't exclude that there might be other executions of the 208 GTi under the GTi badge, but for today there's absolutely nothing planned in that sense." Confirmation of the GTi badge's return comes after Favey said that he would consider it as one of his first jobs since taking over as Peugeot CEO in February. The new e-208 GTi is tipped to use the same powertrain as the closely related Abarth 600e, which is based on the same e-CMP platform. The high-riding Italian hot hatch gets a 237bhp motor mounted up front with a Torsen limited-slip differential, and tout a 0-62mph sprint time of 6.2sec. It's possible that a lighter and lower-set e-208 equipped with the same powertrain could cut that to below 6.0sec. Both the Abarth and the closely related Alfa Romeo Junior Veloce are also offered with a punchier 278bhp motor, leaving room for a special edition in the vein of the previous 208 GTi by Peugeot Sport. Green-lighting the e-208 GTi for production is also likely to result in a hot version of the Vauxhall Corsa Electric, given that the two models are twinned and Vauxhall has already confirmed plans for a hot Mokka GSE using the Abarth 600e's powertrain. Join our WhatsApp community and be the first to read about the latest news and reviews wowing the car world. Our community is the best, easiest and most direct place to tap into the minds of Autocar, and if you join you'll also be treated to unique WhatsApp content. You can leave at any time after joining - check our full privacy policy here. Next Prev In partnership with
The Irish Sun
27-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Irish Sun
Iconic hot hatchback to be REVIVED in UK four years after it was discontinued as exact date confirmed
AN ICONIC hot hatchback is set to return to the UK, four years after it was discontinued, with its launch date now confirmed. Peugeot has confirmed that its highly anticipated sporty GTi version of the e-208 will be unveiled June 13. Advertisement 3 Peugeot's highly anticipated sporty GTi version of the e-208 will be unveiled on June 13 Credit: Handout 3 It will be its first since the GTi model was discontinued four years ago Credit: Peugeot 3 This will be Peugeot's first sporty electric car Credit: handout This will be the automaker's first Little is known about the new features drivers can expect in the upcoming Excitedly, this will be Peugeot's first sporty electric car - with an aim to make their EVs much more fun. Alain Favey, Peugeot boss, said: "We want to continue to nurture the reputation of the brand for driving sensations and the fact that our cars produce particular driving sensations, either as a driver or as someone that is being driven in the car." Advertisement Read more on motors Naturally, Peugeot was asked whether the GTi line would be expanded — similar to VW — and if a variant with a combustion engine could be developed. He said: 'We will start with the 208 and [are] definitely listening to your inputs, or what our customers will say as well. "We don't exclude that there might be other executions of the 208 GTi under the GTi badge, but for today there's absolutely nothing planned in that sense.' Favey was adamant that bringing back the GTi would be one of his first priorities after taking over as Peugeot CEO — and it now appears he's kept his word. Advertisement Most read in Motors Exclusive Latest Autocar have suggested the e-208 GTi will use the same powertrain as the new Abarth 600e - which gets a 237bhp motor. It weighs 1625kg and delivers a 0-62mph sprint time of 6.2 seconds. The Abarth also boasts a 278bhp motor in the limited-edition Scorpionissima variant. This perhaps suggests a special edition, similar to the 208 GTi by Peugeot Sport. Advertisement Better yet, the upcoming release of the e-208 GTi likely means a souped-up version of the Vauxhall Corsa Electric will also be on the cards - as the two models are twinned. It comes after an iconic car brand And this stunning Porsche from the
Scottish Sun
27-05-2025
- Automotive
- Scottish Sun
Iconic hot hatchback to be REVIVED in UK four years after it was discontinued as exact date confirmed
Bosses have described the revived hatchback as 'fun to drive' U-TURN Iconic hot hatchback to be REVIVED in UK four years after it was discontinued as exact date confirmed Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) AN ICONIC hot hatchback is set to return to the UK, four years after it was discontinued, with its launch date now confirmed. Peugeot has confirmed that its highly anticipated sporty GTi version of the e-208 will be unveiled June 13. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 Peugeot's highly anticipated sporty GTi version of the e-208 will be unveiled on June 13 Credit: Handout 3 It will be its first since the GTi model was discontinued four years ago Credit: Peugeot 3 This will be Peugeot's first sporty electric car Credit: handout This will be the automaker's first GTi model since its predecessor - the Peugeot 308 - was discontinued in 2021. Little is known about the new features drivers can expect in the upcoming hatchback, but the popular car brand describes it as "fun to drive, agile, powerful – built to deliver an unforgettable driving experience." Excitedly, this will be Peugeot's first sporty electric car - with an aim to make their EVs much more fun. Alain Favey, Peugeot boss, said: "We want to continue to nurture the reputation of the brand for driving sensations and the fact that our cars produce particular driving sensations, either as a driver or as someone that is being driven in the car." Naturally, Peugeot was asked whether the GTi line would be expanded — similar to VW — and if a variant with a combustion engine could be developed. He said: 'We will start with the 208 and [are] definitely listening to your inputs, or what our customers will say as well. "We don't exclude that there might be other executions of the 208 GTi under the GTi badge, but for today there's absolutely nothing planned in that sense.' Favey was adamant that bringing back the GTi would be one of his first priorities after taking over as Peugeot CEO — and it now appears he's kept his word. Autocar have suggested the e-208 GTi will use the same powertrain as the new Abarth 600e - which gets a 237bhp motor. It weighs 1625kg and delivers a 0-62mph sprint time of 6.2 seconds. The Abarth also boasts a 278bhp motor in the limited-edition Scorpionissima variant. This perhaps suggests a special edition, similar to the 208 GTi by Peugeot Sport. Better yet, the upcoming release of the e-208 GTi likely means a souped-up version of the Vauxhall Corsa Electric will also be on the cards - as the two models are twinned. It comes after an iconic car brand revealed its first look of its new hybrid model to start production later this year. And this stunning Porsche from the 1990s could be yours for an eye-watering price.
The Sun
27-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Sun
Iconic hot hatchback to be REVIVED in UK four years after it was discontinued as exact date confirmed
AN ICONIC hot hatchback is set to return to the UK, four years after it was discontinued, with its launch date now confirmed. Peugeot has confirmed that its highly anticipated sporty GTi version of the e-208 will be unveiled June 13. 3 3 3 This will be the automaker's first GTi model since its predecessor - the Peugeot 308 - was discontinued in 2021. Little is known about the new features drivers can expect in the upcoming hatchback, but the popular car brand describes it as "fun to drive, agile, powerful – built to deliver an unforgettable driving experience." Excitedly, this will be Peugeot's first sporty electric car - with an aim to make their EVs much more fun. Alain Favey, Peugeot boss, said: "We want to continue to nurture the reputation of the brand for driving sensations and the fact that our cars produce particular driving sensations, either as a driver or as someone that is being driven in the car." Naturally, Peugeot was asked whether the GTi line would be expanded — similar to VW — and if a variant with a combustion engine could be developed. He said: 'We will start with the 208 and [are] definitely listening to your inputs, or what our customers will say as well. "We don't exclude that there might be other executions of the 208 GTi under the GTi badge, but for today there's absolutely nothing planned in that sense.' Favey was adamant that bringing back the GTi would be one of his first priorities after taking over as Peugeot CEO — and it now appears he's kept his word. Autocar have suggested the e-208 GTi will use the same powertrain as the new Abarth 600e - which gets a 237bhp motor. It weighs 1625kg and delivers a 0-62mph sprint time of 6.2 seconds. The Abarth also boasts a 278bhp motor in the limited-edition Scorpionissima variant. This perhaps suggests a special edition, similar to the 208 GTi by Peugeot Sport. Better yet, the upcoming release of the e-208 GTi likely means a souped-up version of the Vauxhall Corsa Electric will also be on the cards - as the two models are twinned. It comes after an iconic car brand revealed its first look of its new hybrid model to start production later this year. And this stunning Porsche from the 1990s could be yours for an eye-watering price.
