Lancia Dedra

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Lancia Dedra
Lancia Dedra from La Spezia.jpg
Overview
Manufacturer Alfa-Lancia Industriale (1989-1991)
Fiat Auto (1991-1999)
Production1989March 1999
418,084 built [1]
Assembly
Designer Ercole Spada [2] at I.DE.A Institute [3]
Body and chassis
Class Compact executive car (D)
Body style 4-door saloon
5-door station wagon
Layout FF layout / AWD
Platform Fiat Type Three (Tipo Tre) platform [4]
Related
Powertrain
Engine 1.6 L I4 8V (petrol)
1.8 L I4 8V (petrol)
2.0 L I4 8V (petrol)
1.6 L I4 16V (petrol)
1.8 L I4 16V (petrol)
2.0 L I4 16V (petrol)
2.0 L I4 8V Turbo (petrol)
1.9 L I4 TD (diesel)
Transmission 5-speed manual
4-speed automatic [3]
Dimensions
Wheelbase 2,540 mm (100.0 in)
Length4,340 mm (170.9 in) [5]
4,343 mm (171.0 in) (SW) [6]
Width1,700 mm (66.9 in)
Height1,430 mm (56.3 in) [5]
1,446 mm (56.9 in) (SW) [6]
Curb weight 1,060–1,330 kg (2,337–2,932 lb)
Chronology
Predecessor Lancia Prisma
Successor Lancia Lybra

The Lancia Dedra (Type 835) is a compact executive car produced by the Italian automaker Lancia from 1989 to 1999. It was initially designed to support, and later to replace, the Prisma that, six years after its launch, was having difficulty remaining competitive with its latest opponents. It can be considered as the saloon version of the second generation Delta, that was launched four years later, in 1993.

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History

The task of the Dedra was demanding: it had to continue the legacy of the Prisma, which relaunched the Lancia brand in the field of compact executive cars, and expand its market share if possible. Larger than its predecessor, the Dedra was presented as the second flagship car of Lancia, as a car that could satisfy those looking for an elegant medium-sized sedan but did not want to buy an executive car, as the Thema.

The design, by Ercole Spada of the I.DE.A Institute, produced an excellent drag coefficient of only 0.29. The core of the product was prestige, exclusivity, personality and comfort, achieved through a high level of equipment and use of materials (e.g. Alcantara) as well as details such as special paints, alloy wheels and an attention to soundproofing, ventilation and other issues. Inside the ability to obtain the perfect driving position was helped by the adjustable seats, steering wheel and electrically adjustable mirrors. Safety, both passive with a structure designed to minimize injury in an accident, and active, such as ABS and airbag, was also near the top of the Dedra's agenda.

Pre-facelift Lancia Dedra Berlina rear Auto Italia Stanford Hall June 2010 IMG 9414 (4679287525).jpg
Pre-facelift Lancia Dedra Berlina rear
Dashboard of first facelift Cuadro Dedra.jpg
Dashboard of first facelift

It was based on the Fiat Type Three platform, because the idea of Fiat Group at the end of the 80s was to achieve, from a single floorpan (for reasons of economies of scale), three different cars from the same base: elegance for Lancia Dedra 1989, convenience at a competitive price for the Fiat Tempra (1990) (with its large boot) and sportsmanship for the Alfa Romeo 155 (1992).

In 1991, the Dedra Integrale was launched. It used the same engine and transmission that the Delta Integrale 8v. The Delta Integrale 8v engine is one of the world's most competition proven power units, a 2-litre four-cylinder fuel injected twin cam engine, fitted with contra-rotating balancing shafts, and a Garrett T3 turbocharger and associated inter-cooler to aid volumetric efficiency that boost power output to 171 PS (127 kW) in catalyzed version. The Dedra Integrale also uses the same permanent four-wheel drive of the Delta Integrale, and includes the new Visco Drive 2000 traction control system. Also includes the electronically controlled suspension available as option in the 2.0 and upper versions.

Rear of Lancia Dedra SW 1.6 (Portugal) Lancia Dedra SW 1.6, front right (Portugal).jpg
Rear of Lancia Dedra SW 1.6 (Portugal)

When the Dedra was launched, it was a good time for Lancia: The Thema had been facelifted a year earlier, and despite being on the market for five years was selling well, the Delta (1979), thanks its continued success in competition was living a second youth, and the Y10 had a slight restyling and good sales. However, the Dedra was not a strong success outside Italy. A major facelift in 1993 did little to boost the car's sales success and the whole Lancia range including the Dedra was withdrawn from right hand drive markets a year later. The car, from 1994 also sold as a station wagon which was developed by French coachbuilders Heuliez, remained popular on the Italian market until it was replaced by the all-new Lybra in 1999.

A total of 418,084 Dedras were manufactured during its commercial life.

Summary

Versions

The Dedra had some revisions. The first was in 1992, to adapt the engine, resizing the features and introducing the HF Integrale 180 HP version. The second was between 1994 and 1998, with the introduction of the DOHC 16V engine.

Phase one (1992)

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Dedra MY 1998 (phase three)

The Dedra 2.0 Turbo 8V HF Integrale, with equip LX, had a digital panel and also had a limited slip differential, allowing better control of the car on dangerous surfaces. This car, thanks to the 180 PS (132 kW; 178 hp) engine, reached a top speed of 230 km/h (143 mph), with 13 L/100 km. The Dedra HF Integrale, and Turbo, could have an optional rear wing spoiler to give a better aerodynamic at high speeds.

The Dedra 2.0 Turbo 8V HF FWD was lighter than Integrale, but even a bit lower than Integrale. Both of them had wheels 195/50 R 15.

Phase two (1994) (restyling)

Rear view of Dedra Lancia Dedra silver hl.jpg
Rear view of Dedra

Three years later, the HF versions were replaced by atmospheric 16V engines.

Phase three (1996 - 1998)

EngineDisplacementPowerTorqueTop speed0–100 km/h
(0–62 mph)
Years
Petrol engines
1.6 i.e.1,581 cc (96.5 cu in)90 PS (66 kW; 89 hp)128 N⋅m (94 lb⋅ft)180 km/h (112 mph)13.4 s1989 - 1998
1.6 16v1,581 cc (96.5 cu in)103 PS (76 kW; 102 hp)145 N⋅m (107 lb⋅ft)186 km/h (116 mph)1998 - 1999
1.8 i.e. bialbero1,756 cc (107.2 cu in)109 PS (80 kW; 108 hp)142 N⋅m (105 lb⋅ft)187 km/h (116 mph)12.5 s1989 - 1994
1.8 16v1,747 cc (106.6 cu in)113 PS (83 kW; 111 hp)157 N⋅m (116 lb⋅ft)195 km/h (121 mph)10.3 s1996 - 1997
1.8 16v V.V.T.1,747 cc (106.6 cu in)131 PS (96 kW; 129 hp)167 N⋅m (123 lb⋅ft)203 km/h (126 mph)10.0 s1996 - 1999
2.0 i.e. bialbero1,995 cc (121.7 cu in)117 PS (86 kW; 115 hp)162 N⋅m (119 lb⋅ft)195 km/h (121 mph)9.8 s1989 - 1994
2.0 16v1,995 cc (121.7 cu in)139 PS (102 kW; 137 hp)185 N⋅m (136 lb⋅ft)210 km/h (130 mph)9.4 s1994 - 1996
2.0 16v Integrale1,995 cc (121.7 cu in)139 PS (102 kW; 137 hp)185 N⋅m (136 lb⋅ft)195 km/h (121 mph)1994 - 1997
2.0 Turbo 8v HF1,995 cc (121.7 cu in)165 PS (121 kW; 163 hp)285 N⋅m (210 lb⋅ft)215 km/h (134 mph)1991 - 1994
2.0 Turbo 8v HF Integrale1,995 cc (121.7 cu in)180 PS (132 kW; 178 hp)275 N⋅m (203 lb⋅ft)215 km/h (134 mph)6.9 s1991 - 1994
Diesel engines
2.0 TD1,929 cc (117.7 cu in)90 PS (66 kW; 89 hp)186 N⋅m (137 lb⋅ft)184 km/h (114 mph)12.9 s1989 - 1993
2.0 TD cat.1,929 cc (117.7 cu in)92 PS (68 kW; 91 hp)194 N⋅m (143 lb⋅ft)187 km/h (116 mph)12.9 s1993 - 1999

Reception

In October 2013, Top Gear magazine placed the Dedra on its list of "The 13 worst cars of the last 20 years.", not because of the car itself, which they consider average, but as a depiction of the loss of spirit in Lancia cars after the takeover by Fiat. [8]

Concept cars

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IAD Magia

In 1992, IAD Studio presented its Magia prototype based on a Dedra Integrale rolling chassis. It was a four-seat coupé that was finished in bright orange and had a distinctive wedge shape that combined soft lines and aggressive details. It was designed by Michael Ani and Chris Garfield of IAD. [9]

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