The Lancia Delta HF Integrale Is Officially Coming Back

The ’80s Rally Legend Returns

There are few names in the world of rallying that command as much reverence as the Lancia Delta HF Integrale. Born in the 1980s Group A rally era, the Delta competed and dominated. With six consecutive World Rally Championship Constructors’ titles from 1987 to 1992, the boxy, all-wheel-drive beast cemented Lancia’s place in motorsport history before it walked away in 1992.

The HF badge, short for High Fidelity, stood for raw performance and razor-sharp dynamics. It became a symbol of what Italian engineering could do when aimed squarely at winning. And now, after decades of silence, that badge is coming back.

Lancia has officially confirmed what enthusiasts have hoped for years: the HF name, along with the iconic “Integrale” moniker, will return on future performance versions of its upcoming models. Most notably, a new Delta HF Integrale is on the way, and it’s set to hit the road and potentially the stages by 2026.

Lancia HF Racing: Going Beyond Nostalgia

The Delta HF Integrale’s return isn’t a half-hearted revival. As part of a larger push into motorsport, Lancia recently unveiled the Ypsilon Rally4, a turbocharged, 212-hp race car developed for the FIA Rally4 category. The model marks the brand’s re-entry into rallying with serious intent, guided by none other than Miki Biasion, the two-time world rally champion who helped define Lancia’s golden era.

At the heart of this new strategy is the resurrection of the HF identity, starting with the Ypsilon HF, complete with the beloved red elephant badge. Today, the HF badge graces the new Ypsilon Rally4, but Lancia has confirmed it won’t stop there. 

By 2026, the HF label will expand to include high-performance versions of the Gamma SUV and, most importantly, the upcoming new Delta, which will carry the full “HF Integrale” nameplate. This signals a deliberate return to performance roots, leveraging motorsport as a platform for innovation, youth development, and brand credibility.

What to Expect by Next Year

No concrete details at this point, but it’s important to note that the upcoming Delta will use Stellantis’ CMP platform, also used by the Jeep Avenger. This means it can either be combustion-powered or a full EV.

That said, Lancia knows exactly what the HF Integrale name carries. The HF badge will be used to identify the most potent variants in its range, combining power, cutting-edge dynamics, and rally-born character.

The new Delta HF Integrale is expected to launch in 2026, joining a product rollout that includes a new Ypsilon and a flagship Gamma crossover. Though details are still under wraps, the return of HF makes one thing clear: Lancia is serious about reclaiming its motorsport heritage.