2003 Lancia Granturismo Stilnovo Concept

The Stilnovo's abbreviated exterior dimensions don't compromise interior space, with a fully flexible, SUV-style seating

Lancia's parent company Fiat is going through tough financial times, meaning that sadly the Stilnovo will probably never grace a production line. (Photo: Lancia)

and cargo configuration. Also, the car's windshield is pushed forward on the dash, opening up a greater feeling of spaciousness.

While Lancia fans no doubt would like to see the Granturismo Stilnovo produced, the new look, the continued development of a design language initiated with the Thesis sedan and reiterated with the new Ypsilon compact will no doubt remain as part of Lancia in models to come. Fiat's current financial challenges probably mean the Stilnovo will never make it to market even if the powers within the Lancia division want it to live.

Specifications:

• Body Type: 2-door coupe
• Layout: front engine, FWD
• Engine (estimated): 140 hp, 1.8-L, 16-valve, DOHC I-4
• Transmission: 6-spd manual
• Brakes (estimated front/rear): disc/disc (opt ABS)
• Web Site: www.lancia.com

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