Delta, a historical name representing one of the peaks of Lancia’s automotive history but also a mathematical symbol which represents change, difference, evolution. In this sense, Lancia Delta is one of the first cars in a new Lancia philosophy. A unique and original position, synthesis of two fundamental Lancia brand values, the elegance of style and the audacious innovative nature, which inspires every marketing and communication activity. This is the first totally new vehicle in the second Lancia centenary, the Delta.Blessed with an unrivalled design faithful to the innovative calling of the brand. For the product features and international development work backing the launch predicted for the middle of 2008, Delta represents a turning point in Lancia’s history and will contribute significantly to the strategic plan.After a few photos leaked on the Internet, Lancia made a press release yesterday in which it unveiled the new Lancia Delta which will make its world debut at the Geneva Motor Show, in less than two weeks. The car is designed by Centro Stile Lancia and, when it will go on sale this summer, it will be offered with three engines, two 1.4 litre petrol units, developing 120 hp and 150 hp and a 120 hp 1.6 litre MultiJet turbodiesel (Euro 5). Later, the Lancia Delta will be offered with an 165 hp 2.0 MultiJet, with a 190 hp 1.9 Twinturbo MultiJet and a new 1.8 Di TurboJet unit developing 200 hp and Euro 5 compliant. The future Lancia Delta customers will be able to choose over a 1.000 personalizations, a range born by combining 3 outfittings, 4 different seat upholsteries, 3 interior colours, 5 types of alloy wheels, 12 chassis colours and 12 “two-tone” matchings.
