The Musa design, an adaption of the Fiat Idea by Fabrizio Giugiaro, was initially supervised by Flavio Manzoni and subsequently Marco Tencone.

The Musa's front and rear-end styling bears resemblance to the technically related Lancia Ypsilon, with which it shares headlights.

[4] As a compact MPV (multi-purpose vehicle), the Musa is considered to form part of the B-segment of the European car market.

Options including FCA's integrated In Vehicle Infotainment system (marketed as Blue&Me), new body colours and equipment.

In 2008, for the market in Italy, Lancia introduced the EcoChic version with 1.4 Fire 8v dual power (LPG and petrol) engine.