Audi Sport quattro S1 E2 (Group B Rally)
The Audi Sport quattro S1 E2 is one of the most legendary and fearsome Group B rally cars ever built, developed by Audi for the wild final era of 1980s rallying. With its shortened quattro chassis, enormous aero package, and brutally powerful turbo five-cylinder, it became a symbol of the extreme performance and danger that defined Group B.
Key Specs (BoP-dependent, typical sim values)
Powertrain: 2.1L turbocharged inline-5, longitudinal mid-front mounted, quattro permanent all-wheel drive
Total Output: ~500 hp
Redline: ~8,000 rpm
Transmission: 6-speed manual
Weight: ~1,090 kg
Dimensions: ~4,240 mm long × 1,850 mm wide × 1,390 mm tall | Wheelbase ~2,220 mm
Tires: Rally gravel/tarmac tires on period-style wheels
Brakes: Ventilated disc brakes
Layout: Front-engine, AWD rally homologation special
In the Simulator Feel
The Sport quattro S1 E2 is a raw, high-strung, and wildly entertaining rally weapon that feels every bit as demanding as its reputation suggests. It delivers explosive turbo power, enormous grip under acceleration, and a chassis that feels eager to rotate once you commit to the corner. But unlike modern rally machinery, it never feels fully domesticated — turbo lag, short wheelbase reactions, and sudden weight transfer all keep you honest.
Engine & Sound: The turbocharged inline-five is the star of the show, producing that unmistakable Audi five-cylinder warble mixed with harsh turbo spool, wastegate chatter, and a violent mid-range surge. Off boost it can feel lazy, but once the turbo wakes up the car launches forward with savage urgency and a soundtrack that is pure Group B theater.
Handling Characteristics:
Cornering: Extremely agile for an AWD car, with sharp turn-in and quick rotation, but it can snap if you enter too hot.
Traction: Phenomenal grip on loose surfaces and strong drive out of slow corners, though wheelspin and torque spikes can still upset the car.
Braking: Respectable stopping power, but it rewards early, measured braking rather than late, aggressive pedal use.
Top Speed: Very fast in a straight line once fully on boost, though acceleration depends heavily on turbo spool and gear selection.
Driving Style Tip: Keep the car settled and stay ahead of the turbo. Use smooth steering, avoid abrupt lift-offs, and manage throttle carefully to keep the AWD system working for you. It shines on fast rally stages with big elevation changes and flowing direction changes where commitment pays off.
Livery & Aesthetics: The S1 E2 looks outrageous from every angle, with its huge rear wing, massive front splitter, vented bodywork, and boxy Group B silhouette. It has the kind of aggressive, motorsport-homologation presence that makes it instantly recognizable and impossible to ignore.
Whether you're attacking gravel stages or sliding through a technical tarmac run, the Audi Sport quattro S1 E2 is a full-throttle reminder of why Group B remains the most legendary era in rally history.