# Fernando Alonso returns to Dakar with Aston Martin

> Fernando Alonso to contest Dakar Rally in 2027 with Aston Martin-backed car.
- Title: Fernando Alonso returns to Dakar with Aston Martin | Shortify
- Summary: Fernando Alonso to contest Dakar Rally in 2027 with Aston Martin-backed car. Fernando Alonso will return to the Dakar Rally in 2027 driving an Aston Martin…
- Keywords: fernando alonso, aston martin, dakar rally, prodrive, dacia sandrider, call of duty, dakar 2027, sports, cars, Fernando, Alonso, returns
- Source: Motorsport — https://motorsport.com/dakar/news/fernando-alonso-to-contest-dakar-rally-with-aston-martin/10862699
- Author: Christian Nimmervoll
- Published: 2026-10-07T12:06:04+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: fernando alonso, aston martin, dakar rally, prodrive, dacia sandrider, call of duty, dakar 2027, sports, cars
## Fernando Alonso set for Dakar Rally comeback
Fernando Alonso is understood to be returning to the Dakar Rally in a rally-raid car based on a Call of Duty concept.
## Alonso agrees to stay with Aston Martin in 2027
Alonso has secured favorable terms with Aston Martin to remain in Formula 1 for 2027.
## Alonso's past Dakar experience
Alonso previously finished 13th in the 2020 Dakar Rally with Toyota.
## Alonso's motivation for Dakar
Alonso says he needs to experience different racing series to become a more complete driver.
## Dakar Rally background
The Dakar Rally began as the Paris-Dakar Rally but now runs in Saudi Arabia.
## Aston Martin car based on Dacia Sandrider
Alonso will drive an Aston Martin car prepared by Prodrive based on the Dacia Sandrider concept.
## Dacia Sandrider development
The Dacia Sandrider was developed from a Prodrive Hunter project and re-engined for Dakar.
## Dakar 2027 location uncertainty
The 2027 Dakar Rally is scheduled for Saudi Arabia but may move to Morocco due to security concerns.
## Alonso's co-driver
Marc Coma, Alonso's 2020 co-driver, is expected to return as his co-driver for 2027.
## Key takeaway

Fernando Alonso will return to the Dakar Rally in 2027 driving an Aston Martin car based on a Dacia Sandrider concept.