2025 Lancia Ypsilon Rally4 HF

The Lancia Ypsilon Rally4 HF is a genuinely exciting development -- Lancia's return to competitive rallying after decades of absence, and a car that evokes some of the most legendary competition machines in motorsport history. The 212 horsepower turbo three-cylinder driving through a proper sequential gearbox delivers serious performance in a lightweight, purpose-built chassis. The rally-specific suspension, roll cage, and stripped interior demonstrate authentic motorsport intent rather than marketing posturing. For customer rally teams, this provides a competitive, well-developed package at the entry level of the Rally4 category. The emotional significance of seeing the Lancia name on a rally car again cannot be overstated for enthusiasts. However, as a customer motorsport car, the Rally4 HF faces practical considerations: the $58,000 entry price is just the beginning of rally costs, parts availability outside Europe may be limited, and the FWD layout puts it at a disadvantage against AWD alternatives in some conditions. But as a statement of Lancia's competitive ambitions and heritage, the Rally4 HF is thrilling.