SHERIDAN, WYOMING – November 25, 2025 – South America’s legendary gravel, deserts and high-altitude stages are getting a fresh dose of excitement in 2026 as Stellantis Motorsport launches the Rally Cup South America – a new trophy that lets privateers in Peugeot, Opel and Lancia Rally4 cars compete for glory across an entire continent.
One trophy, three brands, a whole continent of stages
With the Stellantis Motorsport Rally Cup South America, the brand is bringing its successful Rally4 formula to an even bigger audience. The new series is open to drivers competing in Peugeot 208 Rally4, Opel Corsa Rally4 and Lancia Ypsilon Rally4 machinery across national and regional championships. Instead of being tied to a single country, the Cup spans all of South America, uniting drivers from different federations in one shared ranking.
Since the first Peugeot 208 Rally4 was homologated in 2020, Stellantis’ Rally4 models have become the benchmark in their class. More than 60 cars are already active in South America across seven countries – Argentina, Bolivia, Chile, Ecuador, Peru, Paraguay and Uruguay – tackling some of the world’s most challenging roads, from Peru’s high-altitude Caminos del Inca to the rugged desert tests of Paraguay’s Rally Transchaco.
Free entry, big stages and real rewards
One of the most attractive aspects of the Rally Cup South America is its accessibility. Entry to the trophy is completely free, and drivers can score points at a wide variety of events: WRC rounds, CODASUR rallies, national series and selected regional competitions. That structure makes it easier for talented crews with limited budgets to get noticed without having to change their entire programme.
At the end of the 2026 season, the top ten drivers in the Cup will receive official Stellantis Motorsport awards, including vouchers for competition parts or vehicles and exclusive equipment. That’s not just a trophy photo opportunity – it’s practical support that can help promising South American drivers climb toward higher levels of the sport. As Didier Clément, Head of Customer Racing at Stellantis Motorsport, puts it: “With this new Cup, we want to give all South American drivers the opportunity to showcase their talent—no matter which championship they compete in—and to be part of a strong, united, and competitive family.”
Why this matters for South American rally fans
For fans watching from the stages or on screens, the Rally Cup South America means more evenly matched battles and a clearer storyline to follow all season long. Instead of seeing Rally4 drivers only as part of separate national battles, spectators can track their favourite crews across different countries and terrains, knowing they’re all scoring points toward a shared continental title.
It also reinforces South America’s reputation as a rally heartland. By officially recognising and connecting events from Peru to Uruguay under one umbrella, Stellantis Motorsport is turning the region’s fierce local competitions into a cohesive platform for emerging talent.
Quick FAQ: Stellantis Motorsport Rally Cup South America
- Who can enter?
Any driver competing in a Peugeot 208 Rally4, Opel Corsa Rally4 or Lancia Ypsilon Rally4 in eligible South American events. - Do I have to switch championships?
No. The Cup overlays existing series – WRC/CODASUR rounds, national and selected regional rallies – and scores you through a shared continental ranking. - How much does it cost to join the Cup?
Entry to the Stellantis Motorsport Rally Cup South America is entirely free; you only cover your usual rally programme costs. - What can top drivers win?
At the end of 2026, the top ten receive Stellantis Motorsport awards, including parts or vehicle vouchers and exclusive racing equipment.
A growing global family of Stellantis Rally Cups
The South American Cup sits alongside existing Stellantis Rally Cups in Europe and newly launched series in North America, forming a global ecosystem for Rally4 crews. Wherever Rally4 cars compete, the aim is the same: high performance, reliability and accessibility, with clear pathways for ambitious drivers to rise.
A new chapter is beginning for South American rallying – one where a young driver in a 208 Rally4, Corsa Rally4 or Ypsilon Rally4 on a local event can suddenly find themselves part of a continent-wide story, driven by passion, performance and shared ambition.
For more information on the Stellantis Motorsport Rally Cup South America, contact rallycupsouthamerica@stellantis-motorsport.com.
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