Lancia Gamma returns as flagship EV
Lancia has confirmed that it is bridging back the Gamma name in electric form from 2026.
The Gamma was Lancia’s flagship saloon throughout the 1970s and 80s, before being replaced by the Thema. The return of the name marks Lancia’s ambitious plans to revive its fortunes in Europe, joining the relaunched Ypsilon EV.
While the original Gamma was an executive saloon, there is no word on whether the reborn model, which is due to sit alongside the next-generation DS 9, will stick to that style or follow current trends and be a crossover/SUV. The only image – of the Gamma badge – isn’t giving much away.
The new model will be built on the STLA Medium multi-energy platform which is also used in the Peugeot E-5008 and Vauxhall Grandland. It is expected to be offered in all-electric and hybrid variants and will be built in Italy alongside the DS 9 at the Melfi plant. This factory previously produced the second-generation Ypsilon supermini until the mid-2000s and, says Lancia, reinforces its commitment to Italian-built products.
This early in proceedings there are no technical details, but we do know that the SLTA Medium architecture can support single- and dual-motor setups and multiple battery capacities. As the premium brand’s flagship model, we’d expect the Gamma to get the option of the 97kWh battery and 318bhp all-wheel-drive motor arrangement.
Luca Napolitano, Lancia CEO, said: “The new Lancia Gamma represents a milestone in our journey towards the future. It embodies our brand’s commitment to sustainability and high performance, while celebrating the unmistakable elegance that has defined Lancia for decades.
“By producing it at the historic Melfi plant, we are strengthening our connection to Italy’s rich automotive heritage and advancing our vision for an electrified future. Gamma will showcase the best of what Lancia stands for: innovation, style, and a relentless pursuit of excellence.”
The announcement is part of Lancia’s broader revival strategy, which includes a return to Europe with a network of more than 70 dealerships in six countries, including France, Belgium, and Spain. It is not clear if or when the brand might make a return to the UK.
