Edouard Boulanger, Stéphane Peterhansel, Lucas Cruz, Emil Bergkvist, Carlos Sainz and Mattias Ekström

Dream team

Audi Sport has three illustrious driver teams for the Dakar Rally: Mattias Ekström/Emil Bergkvist, Stéphane Peterhansel/Edouard Boulanger and Carlos Sainz/Lucas Cruz. The tally from the 2022 Dakar Rally, the competition debut of the Audi RS Q e-tron¹ with the three driver teams, included four stage wins and 14 stage podium finishes. At the 2023 Dakar Rally, another 14 stage podiums were added to the tally during the event that saw good individual results with the Audi RS Q e-tron¹, but also setbacks for Team Audi Sport. The preparation now continues for the 2024 Dakar Rally.

¹This vehicle mentioned here is the Rally Dakar vehicle that is not available as a production model.

¹This vehicle mentioned here is the Rally Dakar vehicle that is not available as a production model.

Mattias Ekström, Emil Bergkvist, Stéphane Peterhansel, Edouard Boulanger, Carlos Sainz and Carlos Sainz

Audi RS Q e-tron pictured above: This vehicle shown here is the Rally Dakar vehicle that is not available as a production model.

Audi RS Q e-tron pictured above: This vehicle shown here is the Rally Dakar vehicle that is not available as a production model.

The driver crews for Audi at the Dakar Rally

Emil Bergkvist and Mattias Ekström.

Dakar

Mattias Ekström and Emil Bergkvist

An old friend of Audi Sport, Mattias Ekström, is regarded as one of the most versatile drivers with two DTM titles and also becoming the World Rallycross champion. His co-driver is former rally driver Emil Bergkvist, forming a Swedish duo with Ekström.

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Audi RS Q e-tron pictured to the left: This vehicle shown here is the Rally Dakar vehicle that is not available as a production model.

Audi RS Q e-tron pictured to the left: This vehicle shown here is the Rally Dakar vehicle that is not available as a production model.

Stéphane Peterhansel and Edouard Boulanger.

Dakar

Stéphane Peterhansel and Edouard Boulanger

Mister Dakar, Stéphane Peterhansel, is a living legend in his sport, having won the Dakar Rally 14 times. Edouard Boulanger, former off-road motorcyclist and trained engineer, sits alongside Peterhansel. The French duo won the Dakar Rally at their first attempt as a driver crew in 2021.

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Audi RS Q e-tron pictured to the right: This vehicle shown here is the Rally Dakar vehicle that is not available as a production model.

Audi RS Q e-tron pictured to the right: This vehicle shown here is the Rally Dakar vehicle that is not available as a production model.

Carlos Sainz and Lucas Cruz

Dakar

Carlos Sainz and Lucas Cruz

“El Matador” from Spain, Carlos Sainz, adds his level of focus and determination that earned him two World Rally titles and three Dakar Rally victories to date. The legend is joined by his compatriot Lucas Cruz, who was part of one of Sainz’s junior rally teams at the start of his career.

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At the Dakar Rally, teamwork and reliability are crucial. You need a well-bonded team, a super reliable car and reliable driver teams. You can’t permanently drive at the limit in the Dakar Rally. The right strategy is crucial. Our three strong teams proved their qualities from the beginning.
”

Sven Quandt, team principal of Q Motorsport

Dream
Team

Emil Bergkvist, Mattias Ekström, Sven Quandt, Carlos Sainz and Lucas Cruz
Stéphane Peterhansel
Mattias Ekström, Emil Bergkvist, Lucas Cruz, Carlos Sainz, Stéphane Peterhansel und Edouard Boulanger

Audi RS Q e-tron, pictured top right and bottom right: This vehicle shown here is the Rally Dakar vehicle that is not available as a production model. Closed course, professional driver. Do not attempt.

Audi RS Q e-tron, pictured top right and bottom right: This vehicle shown here is the Rally Dakar vehicle that is not available as a production model. Closed course, professional driver. Do not attempt.

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Audi RS Q e-tron pictured above: This vehicle shown here is the Rally Dakar vehicle that is not available as a production model. Closed course, professional driver. Do not attempt.

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