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Lancia Beta

Lancia Beta — 4-door fastback saloon (berlina); 4-door notchback saloon (trevi); 2-door coupé; 2-door targa (spider); 3-door shooting brake (hpe); 2-door mid-engined coupé (montecarlo), 1.3 L I4 (petrol); 1.4 L I4 (petrol); 1.6 L I4 (petrol); 1.8 L I4 (petrol); 2.0 L I4 (petrol); 2.0 L supercharged I4 (petrol). Explore engine specifications, fuel economy, dimensions, tire sizes, seating, maintenance and tire-pressure guidance.

Engine1.3 L I4 (petrol); 1.4 L I4 (petrol); 1.6 L I4 (petrol); 1.8 L I4 (petrol); 2.0 L I4 (petrol); 2.0 L supercharged I4 (petrol)

About the Lancia Beta

Lancia Beta is a 4-door fastback saloon (berlina); 4-door notchback saloon (Trevi); 2-door coupé; 2-door targa (Spider); 3-door shooting brake (HPE); 2-door mid-engined coupé (Montecarlo) in the entry-level luxury car (d) class. The available vehicle data lists 1.3 L I4 (petrol); 1.4 L I4 (petrol); 1.6 L I4 (petrol); 1.8 L I4 (petrol); 2.0 L I4 (petrol); 2.0 L supercharged I4 (petrol) as an engine configuration and a Front-engine, front-wheel-driveRear mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive (Montecarlo) layout. Public source material describes the model in the context of its design, market positioning and vehicle history.

This Lancia Beta guide focuses on the details drivers commonly want to know, including engine information for 1.3 L I4 (petrol); 1.4 L I4 (petrol); 1.6 L I4 (petrol); 1.8 L I4 (petrol); 2.0 L I4 (petrol); 2.0 L supercharged I4 (petrol). Exact specifications should be matched to the relevant model year and market.

Lancia Beta specifications at a glance

Use this table for the model-level essentials. Exact figures may vary by year, trim, engine and market.

Make	Lancia
Model	Beta
Model years	Not specified
Body style	4-door fastback saloon (berlina); 4-door notchback saloon (Trevi); 2-door coupé; 2-door targa (Spider); 3-door shooting brake (HPE); 2-door mid-engined coupé (Montecarlo)
Vehicle class	Entry-level luxury car (D)
Manufacturer	Lancia
Production	1972–1984
Market / country	FI, GB, NL, NZ, UA

Engine, transmission and performance

Engine information for the Lancia Beta includes 1.3 L I4 (petrol); 1.4 L I4 (petrol); 1.6 L I4 (petrol); 1.8 L I4 (petrol); 2.0 L I4 (petrol); 2.0 L supercharged I4 (petrol).. The listed drivetrain/layout is Front-engine, front-wheel-driveRear mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive (Montecarlo).

Engine	1.3 L I4 (petrol); 1.4 L I4 (petrol); 1.6 L I4 (petrol); 1.8 L I4 (petrol); 2.0 L I4 (petrol); 2.0 L supercharged I4 (petrol)
Drivetrain / layout	Front-engine, front-wheel-driveRear mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive (Montecarlo)

Dimensions, weight and practicality

Dimensions and capacity figures are presented as published source data when available.

Wheelbase	Berlina: 2535 mm (99.8 in) Coupé: 2350 mm (92.5 in)
Length	Berlina: 4293 –; Trevi: 4355 mm (171 in); Coupé: 3993 mm (157 in); HPE: 4285 mm (169 in); Spider: 4040 mm (159 in); Montecarlo: 3810 mm (150 in)
Width	Berlina: 1651 mm (65 in); Trevi: 1700 mm (66.9 in); Spider: 1646 mm (64.8 in); Montecarlo: 1702 mm (67.0 in)
Height	Berlina: 1397 mm (55 in); Trevi: 1400 mm (55.1 in); Coupé: 1280 mm (50.4 in); HPE: 1321 mm (52.0 in); Spider: 1250 mm (49.2 in); Montecarlo: 1190 mm (46.9 in)
Kerb / curb weight	1000 –

Lancia Beta other specifications

Name	Lancia Beta
Image	1977 Lancia Beta Berlina S2 1.6.jpg
Caption	1977 Lancia Beta Berlina
Alt	Beige four door hatch with twin headlights on a raised blue carpeted exhibition stand
Sp	uk

Lancia Beta generations and model years

Where a source covers multiple generations, CarCareTool selects the generation(s) that best match this catalog model instead of mixing unrelated variants.

Generation / scope	Years	Engine	Transmission	Drivetrain
Lancia Beta	1972–1984	1.3 L I4 (petrol); 1.4 L I4 (petrol); 1.6 L I4 (petrol); 1.8 L I4 (petrol); 2.0 L I4 (petrol); 2.0 L supercharged I4 (petrol)	Not specified	Front-engine, front-wheel-driveRear mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive (Montecarlo)

Lancia Beta features and equipment

Features shown below are tied to the available source material for this model. Equipment can vary by year, trim and market.

Standard or documented features

✓All versions of the car came with DOHC engines, five-speed gearboxes, rack and pinion steering, fully independent suspension using MacPherson struts, both front and rear, with dis…

TIRE PRESSURE

Recommended tire pressure for Lancia Beta

Check the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the manufacturer’s cold inflation pressure. CarCareTool estimates are clearly labelled when an exact verified value is unavailable.

Normal load34 PSI front32 PSI rear

Fully loaded36 PSI front35 PSI rear

Load condition	Front	Rear	Status
Normal	34 PSI	32 PSI	Estimate
Fully loaded	36 PSI	35 PSI	Estimate

Calculate how much air to add

Frequently asked questions about Lancia Beta

These FAQs are generated automatically for this specific vehicle from the specifications, features and ownership data available in CarCareTool. Questions are selected by relevance so the page focuses on details that can actually be answered for this model.

What engine does the Lancia Beta have?

The available source data lists the Lancia Beta engine as 1.3 L I4 (petrol); 1.4 L I4 (petrol); 1.6 L I4 (petrol); 1.8 L I4 (petrol); 2.0 L I4 (petrol); 2.0 L supercharged I4 (petrol). Engine availability can differ by model year and market.

What tire pressure should I use for the Lancia Beta?

For the correct setting, use the cold inflation pressure on the vehicle placard or in the owner’s manual. When CarCareTool does not have a verified configuration-specific value, its starting estimate is 34 PSI front and 32 PSI rear for normal load. This is an estimate, not an OEM recommendation.

What is the best engine oil for the Lancia Beta?

There is no single best engine oil for every Lancia Beta configuration. Use the viscosity grade and manufacturer approval specified for the exact engine in the owner’s manual.

What body style is the Lancia Beta?

The Lancia Beta is classified as a 4-door fastback saloon (berlina); 4-door notchback saloon (Trevi); 2-door coupé; 2-door targa (Spider); 3-door shooting brake (HPE); 2-door mid-engined coupé (Montecarlo).

What are the dimensions of the Lancia Beta?

The available source data lists length Berlina: 4293 –; Trevi: 4355 mm (171 in); Coupé: 3993 mm (157 in); HPE: 4285 mm (169 in); Spider: 4040 mm (159 in); Montecarlo: 3810 mm (150 in), width Berlina: 1651 mm (65 in); Trevi: 1700 mm (66.9 in); Spider: 1646 mm (64.8 in); Montecarlo: 1702 mm (67.0 in), height Berlina: 1397 mm (55 in); Trevi: 1400 mm (55.1 in); Coupé: 1280 mm (50.4 in); HPE: 1321 mm (52.0 in); Spider: 1250 mm (49.2 in); Montecarlo: 1190 mm (46.9 in), and wheelbase Berlina: 2535 mm (99.8 in) Coupé: 2350 mm (92.5 in).

Is the Lancia Beta FWD, RWD or AWD?

The listed drivetrain/layout for the Lancia Beta is Front-engine, front-wheel-driveRear mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive (Montecarlo).

Who makes the Lancia Beta?

The manufacturer listed for the Lancia Beta is Lancia.

When was the Lancia Beta produced?

The available source data describes production as 1972–1984.

How much does the Lancia Beta weigh?

The available source data lists a kerb/curb weight of 1000 –. Actual weight can vary with engine, trim and equipment.

Where was the Lancia Beta built?

The available source record lists assembly information as Italy: TurinItaly: Grugliasco (Pininfarina)Italy: Milan (Zagato: Spider)Spain: Pamplona (SEAT).

What class of car is the Lancia Beta?

The Lancia Beta is listed in the Entry-level luxury car (D) class.

Which markets or countries sold the Lancia Beta?

The CarCareTool catalog currently associates the Lancia Beta with FI, GB, NL, NZ, UA. Market availability and specifications can differ.

What came after the Lancia Beta?

The available vehicle data lists Lancia Prisma as a successor where applicable.

What replaced the Lancia Beta?

The available vehicle data lists Lancia Prisma as the successor where applicable.

What cars are related to the Lancia Beta?

The available source data identifies related models as Lancia TreviLancia Montecarlo. Relationships can vary by market and generation.

How often should I check the tire pressure on the Lancia Beta?

Check the tires regularly and before long trips, with the tires cold. Use the vehicle placard or owner’s manual as the source of the manufacturer’s recommended pressure.

Should I use the tire sidewall pressure for the Lancia Beta?

No. The maximum pressure printed on the tire sidewall is not automatically the vehicle’s recommended setting. Use the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the correct cold inflation pressure.

Does the recommended tire pressure change when the Lancia Beta is fully loaded?

It can. Many vehicles specify a different cold pressure for heavier loads. Check the vehicle placard or owner’s manual for the exact loading condition.

Can the Lancia Beta have different tire pressures front and rear?

Yes. Some vehicles specify different front and rear pressures because axle loads and vehicle configurations differ. Follow the exact vehicle recommendation where available.

Why can mileage differ from the published figure for the Lancia Beta?

Published fuel economy is measured under a defined test method. Real-world mileage can vary with traffic, speed, temperature, tire pressure, payload, maintenance and driving style.

Data sources and verification are available in the page editor; exact specifications can vary by year, market, trim and engine.

Lancia Beta images

Vehicle images are shown from the stored source image records when available.