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Audi Sport Quattro: Audi Sport Quattro: The Car That Redefined Rallying
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Audi Sport Quattro: The Car That Redefined Rallying

The Audi Sport Quattro was a short-wheelbase, turbocharged homologation version of the Quattro built for Group B rallying, and it helped establish all-wheel drive as the future of competitive rally cars.

Audi shortened the standard Quattro's wheelbase and widened its body to create the Sport Quattro, a purpose-built homologation model needed to qualify its rally program for Group B.

Power came from Audi's turbocharged five-cylinder engine, driving all four wheels, a combination that had already begun changing the face of rallying when the original Quattro debuted and reached its most extreme form in the Sport Quattro and its S1 competition derivative.

The Sport Quattro's aggressive, cut-down styling and rally pedigree have made it one of the most recognizable and valuable Audis ever built, a symbol of the brand's pioneering push into all-wheel-drive performance.

Frequently asked questions about Audi Sport Quattro

Why is the Audi Sport Quattro shorter than a regular Quattro?
Audi shortened the wheelbase to improve agility for Group B rallying, creating a distinct homologation model.
What engine does the Sport Quattro use?
A turbocharged five-cylinder engine, sending power to all four wheels through Audi's Quattro all-wheel-drive system.
What was the Sport Quattro's role in rallying?
It served as the homologation base for Audi's Group B rally program and the related S1 competition car.
How did the Sport Quattro influence rallying overall?
It helped prove that all-wheel drive was a major performance advantage, reshaping how rally cars were designed afterward.
Is the Audi Sport Quattro valuable today?
Yes, its rarity and pioneering rally history make it one of the most sought-after and valuable classic Audis.

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