Dacia at the 2026 World Rally-Raid Championship

THE DACIA SANDRIDERS WIN THE DAKAR RALLY

For only their second entry in the legendary Dakar Rally, the Dacia Sandriders have claimed an outstanding victory. Congratulations to Nasser Al-Attiyah and his co-driver Fabian Lurquin, who secured the top step of the podium after an intense race and an exceptional performance. Dacia applauds the whole team for their commitment and professionalism, and salutes all competitors who took part in this legendary event.

Sandrider

A low environmental impact car dedicated to racing

Sandrider will not only test low-carbon emission energy solutions, such as more sustainable fuel, made from over 80% biomass, but also new technical features to adapt to the needs and performance of the drivers.

Robust

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

Essential

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

The Dacia Sandriders

A TEAM FOR THE WIN

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

Cristina Gutierrez Herrero and Pablo Moreno Huete

A 32-year-old Spanish rally driver, Cristina is one of the leading female names in the world of off-road rallying, having won the T3 category of the rally-raid World Cup in 2021, and has eight participations in the Dakar Rally, in which she has competed since 2017.

Cristina’s co-driver is Pablo Moreno Huete.

Sébastien Loeb and Edouard Boulanger

A 49-year-old French rally driver, Sébastien won the World Rally Championship 9 times in a row from 2004 to 2012, and has taken part in the Dakar Rally since 2016.He is motorsport's most successful driver and often considered the greatest rally driver of all time.

Sébastien's co-driver is Edouard Boulanger.

Nasser Al-Attiyah and Fabian Lurquin

Five-time winner of the World Cup for Cross-Country Rallies and two-time winner of the World Rally-Raid Championship, among other achievements, the 53-year old Qatari has an impressive track record. A true Dakar Rally legend, he has won this iconic competition five times in 2011, 2015, 2019, 2022 and 2023.

Nasser's co-driver is Fabian Lurquin.

Lucas Moraes and Dennis Zenz

A 35-year-old Brazilian rally driver, Lucas embodies the talented new generation of world rally-raiders. He created a sensation by taking third place in the Dakar on his first appearance in 2023, becoming the first Brazilian to reach the podium in the overall car classification. Lucas climbed to the top of the discipline by winning the Rally-Raid W2RC World Championship title in 2025.

Lucas' co-driver is Dennis Zenz.

Sandrider technical data

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