DACIA COMMITS TO THE RALLY-RAID

Commitment at the heart of the brand's DNA

Denis LE VOT, CEO of Dacia

“Not only is the Dakar Rally and the Rally-Raid in general a test of Dacia‘s true robustness, it is also a showing of Dacia‘s strong commitment to low-carbon emission mobility. We are very excited to take part in the Dakar Rally and the World Rally-Raid Championship with more sustainable fuel technology. Dacia, alongside the best team and drivers in the game, are serious contenders for the rally.”

Sandrider

A low environmental impact car dedicated to racing

Sandrider will test low-carbon emission energy solutions, such as more sustainable fuel made from over 80% biomass. He will also test new technical features that adapt to the needs and performance of the drivers.

Robuste

Reinforced lightweight steel tube chassis, carbon body parts, and 4x4 transmission with increased front weight distribution for improved traction.

Essentiel

Enhanced visibility thanks to a short and plunging hood design and anti-glare paint on the upper part of the dashboard.

Eco-Smart

Optimized aerodynamics, reduced weight, heat management and more sustainable low-carbon fuel produced by Aramco.

The Dacia Sandriders

A team for the win

Led by iconic and successful drivers, 3 teams will compete under Dacia’s liveries .

Cristina Gutierrez Herrero and Pablo Moreno Huete

32 years-old Spanish rally driver, Cristina is one of the leading female figures in the world of off-road rallying.
She won the T3 category in the Rally-Raid World Cup in 2021 and has participated in the Dakar Rally eight times since 2017.

Cristina Gutierrez Herrero’s copilot is Pablo Moreno Huete.

Sébastien Loeb and Fabian Lurquin

French rally driver aged 49, Sébastien won the World Rally Championship 9 times consecutively from 2004 to 2012.
He is the most successful driver in motorsport history and often considered the greatest rally driver of all time.

Sébastien Loeb’s copilot is Fabian Lurquin.

Nasser Al-Attiyah and Edouard Boulanger

5 time winner of the Cross-Country Rally World Cup and double winner of the Rally-Raid World Championship, among other achievements, the 53-year-old Qatari boasts an impressive record.
A true legend of the Dakar, he has clinched victory in this iconic event five times in 2011, 2015, 2019, 2022, and 2023.

Nasser Al Attiyah’s copilot is Edouard Boulanger.

Sandrider technical data

Technical characteristics

FIA class: Ultimate T1+
Chassis: Tubular
Body: Carbon fibre
Engine: V6, 3 litre, twin-turbo, direct fuel injection
Maximum power: 265 kW/360 hp at 5,000 rpm
Maximum torque: 539 Nm at 4,250 rpm
Fuel: ARAMCO sustainable fuel, 102 RON according to Appendix J of the FIA, Art. 252-9.1
Transmission: 4X4
Gearbox: 6-speed sequential
Front/rear suspension: Double triangular