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2016 Rally Argentina (WRC)

Overview Route Results Cars Challenges

Overview

Event Name: 2016 Rally Argentina

Date: April 21–24, 2016

Start/Finish Location: Villa Carlos Paz, Argentina

Total Distance: 1,322 km (365 km competitive)

Participating Teams: 35 crews

Rally Argentina was as dramatic as ever, with rutted tracks, deep river crossings, and narrow mountain passes combining for an unforgettable spectacle.

Route

El Cóndor: Iconic mountain-top stage with tight switchbacks and heavy mist.
Mina Clavero: Rocky climbs with technical descents.
Santa Rosa – San Agustin: Fast gravel stretches broken by dramatic water splashes.

The variety of stage surfaces required perfect car setup balance between durability and speed.

🏆 Results

Overall Winner
Hayden Paddon & John Kennard · Hyundai i20 WRC
2nd Place
Sébastien Ogier & Julien Ingrassia · Volkswagen Polo R WRC
3rd Place
Andreas Mikkelsen & Anders Jæger · Volkswagen Polo R WRC

Paddon became the first New Zealander to win a WRC rally since Possum Bourne, holding off a charging Ogier in the final stages.

Navigation & Challenges

  • Deep Water Crossings: Required careful speed to avoid engine flooding.
  • Fog at Altitude: Reduced visibility on critical mountain stages.
  • Rutted Gravel: Demanded constant line adjustments.

This was a rally where mechanical sympathy and precise pacenotes were key to survival.

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