Those fortunate few who own a 'CAT' version of the very latest Lancia Delta Evoluzione are in possession of one of the most dynamic cars in the world.

Followers of the World Rally Championship need no reminder that this car took the World Rally Championship title six consecutive times since 1987! The Lancia Delta Evoluzione is as possessive of its honours as it is tenacious on the road. No wonder with four wheel drive and three differentials.

The 2-litre 16-valve catalysed engine has a minimum inertia Garrett turbocharger and develops 215 bhp at 5750 rpm plus a maximum torque of 231 ft. lbs at just 2500 rpm. The acceleration has the kind of force that saves invaluable seconds in competition: 0-60 mph in 5.7 seconds. Yet despite its rally bred heritage, Lancia would rather you enjoyed a less spartan existence than their rally drivers have to, so they redesigned the interior to make it as smart as the car is fast. Well bred, indeed, in the unique tradition of Lancia sports saloons.

Alcantara-trimmed Recaro sports seats follow the driver's form and position. Instrumentation is both comprehensive and concise. Sound-proofing is meticulous. The new sports steering wheel ensures you are comfortably in control. As for safety, four extra-large disc brakes behind the 16" alloy wheels are backed by 6-sensor ABS. The sports-tuned suspension has segmented valve dampers for ride and handling that are both gripping and satisfying. Which is exactly the essence of a performance car in the self-assured Lancia style. Rally bred, well bred and well ahead of the pack.

The 2-litre twin-cam engine is directly derived from the rally car. It is also the result of Lancia's long experience in supercharging and turbo charging, how else could a phenomenal 215 bhp be achieved from just 2000cc? On the road you will notice remarkable flexibility. Maximum torque at a mere 2500 rpm is just one of the strengths. The instant response comes from an advanced, minimum inertia turbocharger. Combine this with the over boost that delivers ideal torque at all speeds, and you have the smooth, lag-free turbo power that assures an intelligent response from the right foot. If it were not for the sheer thrust, you might imagine you were in a non-turbo car. If power delivery is even, the engine's own smoothness comes from counter rotating balance shafts that dampen vibration for a 6-cylinder feel. Add the efficiency of 16 valves, the safety of 6-sensor ABS, segmented valve dampers plus permanent three-differential four wheel drive and you have a world-beating formula at your fingertips. Maximum power, minimum emissions, plus pure pleasure.

The ever evolving Lancia Delta Evoluzione has brought Lancia six consecutive World Rally titles and Lancia's eleventh in total. As a result, Lancia are determined to bring you the benefits of victory in all their production cars, and above all in the Lancia Delta Evoluzione. Not just speed but safety, typified by the three-differential four wheel drive system. The engine technology that provides real reliability in the most gruelling conditions is built into this remarkable car. The prestige of driving the proven winner appeals to all drivers with a passion for motoring. Today's road conditions are a severe test of any car. You would be driving in the Lancia Delta Evoluzione the supreme expression of Lancia's will to win. Literally, the Lancia that beat them all.