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Stay up to date with the latest WRC season thanks to the EA SPORTS™ WRC 24 Season Expansion, releasing on October 8.

In addition to the five new cars you’ll get to drive, 52 liveries and crews from the current year of competition will also become available to use and experience in-game.

All of these driver and co-driver pairings will show up as AI opponents across game modes like Career and Moments, and you can choose to drive as them in Championship Mode when selecting the 2024 season.

Finally, you can customise the look of your vehicle in all game modes, by selecting their real-world liveries on the cars featured below.

Read on to see which liveries will be available on each car, and an early look at some of them in action.


[h3]WRC - Toyota GR Yaris Rally1 HYBRID ‘24[/h3]


Reigning champions Toyota has been challenged at the top by Hyundai in 2024, but that hasn’t stopped them from racking up the wins.
With multiple championships behind them, Sébastien Ogier and Kalle Rovanperä have been a threat in every rally they’ve entered, with full-time regulars Elfyn Evans and Takamoto Katsuta bringing home consistent points in the quest for another Manufacturers’ Championship.

Toyota GR Yaris Rally1 HYBRID ‘24 - Liveries & Crews:

• Elfyn Evans / Scott Martin
  
• Kalle Rovanperä / Jonne Halttunen
  
• Lorenzo Bertelli / Simone Scattolin
  
• Sébastien Ogier / Vincent Landais
  
• Takamoto Katsuta / Aaron Johnston
  

[h3]WRC - Hyundai i20 N HYBRID ‘24[/h3]


Hyundai has turned up the heat in 2024, making full use of the sport’s new “Super Sunday” points system to charge into the lead of both the Drivers' and Manufacturers’ Championships.
Thierry Neuville is heading up the standings and getting closer to his first world title, and the returning Ott Tänak is always a thrill to watch when going flat-out.

Hyundai i20 N HYBRID ‘24 - Liveries & Crews:

• Andreas Mikkelsen / Torstein Eriksen
  
• Dani Sordo / Cándido Carrera
  
• Esapekka Lappi / Janne Ferm
  
• Ott Tänak / Martin Järveoja
  
• Thierry Neuville / Martijn Wydaeghe
  

[h3]WRC - Ford Puma Rally1 HYBRID ‘24[/h3]


M-Sport has a storied history in WRC, winning titles and building up the next generation of rally stars.
This year’s young lineup of Adrien Fourmaux and Grégoire Munster have made an impression on fans and competitors alike, with the Puma in podium contention across several rounds.

Ford Puma Rally1 HYBRID ‘24 - Liveries & Crews:

• Adrien Fourmaux / Alexandre Coria
  
• Grégoire Munster / Louis Louka
  

[h3]WRC2 - Toyota GR Yaris Rally2[/h3]


Toyota’s all-new GR Yaris Rally2 is an immediate sensation in the ultra-competitive WRC2 category.
Finnish star Sami Pajari has been on form all year and is challenging for the title, while making guest appearances in Toyota’s Rally1 car to great success.

Toyota GR Yaris Rally2 - Liveries & Crews:

• Georg Linnamäe / James Morgan
  
• Hikaru Kogure / Topi Luhtinen
  
• Jan Solans / Rodrigo Sanjuán
  
• Roope Korhonen / Anssi Viinikka
  
• Sami Pajari / Enni Mälkönen
  
• Stéphane Lefebvre / Andy Malfoy
  
• Yuki Yamamoto / Marko Salminen
  

[h3]WRC2 - Citroën C3 Rally2[/h3]


You can never rule out Citroën in the WRC2 battle, especially on asphalt rallies.
Yohan Rossel won the season-opener at Rallye Monte Carlo in a nail-biting battle to the line, and Nikolay Gryazin repeated the result at Croatia Rally.

Citroën C3 Rally2 - Liveries & Crews:

• Marco Bulacia / Diego Vallejo
  
• Nikolay Gryazin / Aleksandrov Konstantin
  
• Yohan Rossel / Arnaud Dunand
  

[h3]WRC2 - Ford Fiesta Rally2[/h3]


2023 Junior WRC Champion William Creighton is the latest in a long line of accomplished Irish rally drivers, and as part of his championship prize he’s been driving the Rally2 car this season.
His best result so far is 5th place at Tet Rally Latvia.

Ford Fiesta Rally2 - Livery & Crew:

• William Creighton / Liam Regan
  

[h3]WRC2 - Hyundai i20 N Rally2[/h3]


The Hyundai i20 N Rally2 is a dependable competitor in the WRC2 category.
This year it’s seen strong results in the early season, landing just shy of the podium with Nicolas Ciamin totting up a trio of 4th place finishes so far.

Hyundai i20 N Rally2 - Liveries & Crews:

• Emil Lindholm / Reeta Hämäläinen
  
• Nicolas Ciamin / Yannick Roche
  
• Teemu Suninen / Mikko Markkula
  

[h3]WRC2 - Škoda Fabia RS Rally2 & Škoda Fabia Rally2 Evo[/h3]


The class of the field, the Škoda Fabias are always in contention for victories, both in-game and in the real world.

Fan-favourite Oliver Solberg is close to securing the world title, and teammate Gus Greensmith has scored a win this year at the punishing Safari Rally Kenya.

Škoda Fabia RS Rally2 - Liveries & Crews:

• Chris Ingram / Alex Kihurani
  
• Fau Zaldivar / Marcelo der Ohannesian
  
• Gus Greensmith / Jonas Andersson
  
• Josh McErlean / James Fulton
  
• Lauri Joona / Janni Hussi
  
• Oliver Solberg / Elliott Edmondson
  
• Pepe López / David Vázquez
  
• Pierre-Louis Loubet / Loris Pascaud
  

Škoda Fabia Rally2 Evo - Livery & Crew:

• Alejandro Mauro / Adrian Pérez
  

[h3]Junior WRC - Ford Fiesta Rally3 Evo[/h3]


The FIA Junior WRC Championship is the breeding ground for top talent, with our very own Jon Armstrong competing in 2021 and 2022, using the Codemasters and EA SPORTS liveries from the EA SPORTS™ WRC base game.

In 2024 we’ve seen the biggest entry list in years, with 17 of this year’s crews now represented in-game.

Romet Jürgenson is this year’s champion with a win at Croatia Rally, and podiums at Rally Sweden and the finale at EKO Acropolis Rally Greece.

Ford Fiesta Rally3 Evo - Liveries & Crews:

• Abdullah Al-Rawahi / Ata Al-Hmoud
  
• Ali Türkkan / Burak Erdener
  
• Bruno Bulacia / Gabriel Morales
  
• Diego Domínguez / Rogelio Penate
  
• Eamonn Kelly / Conor Mohan
  
• Fabio Schwarz / Bernhard Ettel
  
• Gerardo Rosselot / Marcelo Brizio
  
• Jakub Matulka / Daniel Dymurski
  
• José Caparó / Esther Gutiérrez
  
• Max Smart / Cameron Fair
  
• Nataniel Bruun / Pablo Olmos
  
• Norbert Maior / Francesca Maior
  
• Petr Borodin / Roman Cheprassov
  
• Roberto Blach / Mauro Barreiro
  
• Romet Jürgenson / Siim Oja
  
• Taylor Gill / Daniel Brkic
  
• Tom Rensonnet / Loic Dumont
  

The WRC 2024 Season Expansion* brings two thrilling new locations for you to master, Tet Rally Latvia and the Orlen 80th Rally Poland. Let’s take a look at what makes these two locations unique and what you will need to do to achieve glory!

[h3]New Location: Tet Rally Latvia[/h3]


Kicking off with the Tet Rally Latvia, which made its WRC debut in 2024, this thrilling new location introduces exciting challenges and stunning scenery, making it a must-see event for rally fans.
Get ready to tackle diverse terrains with a mixture of Gravel and Asphalt surfaces. Dive into Latvia's rich rally culture, as this fresh addition promises unforgettable experience.
Like all WRC locations, Rally Latvia boasts several kilometres of authentic roads, 12 unique stages, and a wide range of challenging terrains and weather conditions, offering the full spectrum of EA SPORTS™ WRC excitement.
Here are the routes you can master:

• Vecpils (16.3 km)
  
• Kagene (16.3 km)
  
• Mazilmaja (8.5 km)
  
• Kirsits (8.4 km)
  
• Baznica (7.6 km)
  
• Strokacs (7.7 km)
  
• Podnieki (9.9 km)
  
• Dinsdurbe (9.9 kn)
  
• Kalvene (4.9 km)
  
• Cerpi (4.9 km)
  
• Krote (4.9 km)
  
• Kaleti (5.0 km)
  

[h3]New Location: Orlen 80th Rally Poland[/h3]

After a five-year break, the legendary Orlen 80th Rally Poland made a triumphant return to the 2024 WRC calendar.
Known for its high-speed gravel stages and passionate fanbase, this historic rally offers a thrilling experience steeped in rich tradition. Rally Poland delivers an exciting challenge for both seasoned veterans and newcomers alike.
With over 27 kilometres of authentic roads, including shortened and reversed versions of its two main stages, players will face 12 exhilarating stages featuring diverse weather conditions, shifting road surfaces, and seasonal obstacles to conquer.

• Swietajno (18.5 km)
  
• Jelonek (18.1 km)
  
• Gajrowskie (10 km)
  
• Pietrasze (9.7 km)
  
• Dybowo (8.5 km)
  
• Chelchy (8.5 km)
  
• Mikolajki (9.4 km)
  
• Zawada (9.5 km)
  
• Gmina Mragowo (4.4 km)
  
• Czerwonki (4.5 km)
  
• Kosewo (4.8 km)
  
• Probark (4.6 km)
  

* Requires EA SPORTS™ WRC (sold separately) and all game updates. Le Maestros Content Pack available in Winter 2024. Hard Chargers Content Pack available in Spring 2025.

This is history. This is the future of rally. Meet the cars you’ll be driving in EA SPORTS™ WRC 24.
Compete across 18 classes in some of the greatest rally machines ever made, covering the entire history of the sport.

Take on the toughest roads with world-famous manufacturers, or forge a new path by building your very own rally car.

[h3]New to EA SPORTS WRC™ 24[/h3]


The following cars are available as part of the EA SPORTS™ WRC 2024 Season Expansion.

So as to not split the playerbase, while also offering more viable competitive options, they will compete in the same classes as their 2023 counterparts across various game modes.

• WRC - Ford Puma Rally1 HYBRID ‘24
  
• WRC - Hyundai i20 N Rally1 HYBRID '24
  
• WRC - Toyota GR Yaris Rally1 HYBRID '24
  
• WRC2 - Toyota GR Yaris Rally2
  
• Junior WRC - Ford Fiesta Rally3 Evo
  

[h3]EA SPORTS™ WRC Base Game Cars: [/h3]
The following cars are available in the EA SPORTS™ WRC base game, to all players regardless of whether they own the 2024 Season Expansion or not:

WRC
1. Ford Puma Rally1 HYBRID ‘23
   
2. Hyundai i20 N Rally1 HYBRID ‘23
   
3. Toyota GR Yaris Rally1 HYBRID ‘23
   
   WRC2 *
4. Citroën C3 Rally2
   
5. Ford Fiesta Rally2
   
6. Hyundai i20 N Rally2
   
7. ŠKODA Fabia Rally2 Evo
   
8. ŠKODA Fabia RS Rally2
   
9. Volkswagen Polo GTI R5
   
   
   Junior WRC
10. Ford Fiesta Rally3
    
    World Rally Car: 2017-2021
11. Ford Fiesta WRC
    
12. Volkswagen Polo 2017
    
    World Rally Car: 1997-2011
13. Citroën C4 WRC
    
14. Citroën Xsara WRC
    
15. Ford Focus RS Rally 2001
    
16. Ford Focus RS Rally 2008
    
17. MINI Countryman Rally Edition
    
18. Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VI
    
19. Peugeot 206 Rally
    
20. Seat Córdoba WRC
    
21. ŠKODA Fabia WRC
    
22. SUBARU Impreza 1998
    
23. SUBARU Impreza 2001
    
24. SUBARU Impreza 2008
    
    Rally2 *
25. Ford Fiesta R5 MK7 Evo 2
    
26. Peugeot 208 T16 R5
    
    Rally4
27. Ford Fiesta MK8 Rally4
    
28. Opel Adam R2
    
29. Peugeot 208 Rally4
    
30. Renault Twingo II
    
    NR4/R4
31. McRae R4
    
32. Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution X
    
33. SUBARU WRX STI NR4
    
    S2000
34. Fiat Grande Punto Abarth S2000
    
35. Opel Corsa S2000
    
36. Peugeot 207 S2000
    
    S1600
37. Citroën C2 Super 1600
    
38. Citroën Saxo Super 1600
    
39. Ford Puma S1600
    
40. Renault Clio S1600
    
    F2 Kit Car
41. Ford Escort Mk 6 Maxi
    
42. Peugeot 306 Maxi
    
43. Renault Maxi Mégane
    
44. Seat Ibiza Kit Car
    
45. Vauxhall Astra Rally Car
    
46. Volkswagen Golf IV Kit Car
    
    Group A
47. Ford Escort RS Cosworth
    
48. Lancia Delta HF Integrale
    
49. Mitsubishi Galant VR4
    
50. SUBARU Impreza 1995
    
51. SUBARU Legacy RS
    
    Group B (4WD)
52. Audi Sport quattro S1 (E2)
    
53. Ford RS200
    
54. Lancia Delta S4
    
55. MG Metro 6R4
    
56. Peugeot 205 T16 Evo 2
    
    Group B (RWD)
57. BMW M1 Procar Rally
    
58. Lancia 037 Evo 2
    
59. Opel Manta 400
    
60. Porsche 911 SC RS
    
    
    H3 (RWD)
61. BMW M3 Evo Rally
    
62. Ford Escort MK2 McRae Motorsport
    
63. Ford Sierra Cosworth RS500
    
64. Lancia Stratos
    
65. Opel Ascona 400
    
66. Renault 5 Turbo
    
    H2 (RWD)
67. Alpine Renault A110 1600 S
    
68. Fiat 131 Abarth Rally
    
69. Ford Escort MK2
    
70. Hillman Avenger
    
71. Opel Kadett C GT/E
    
72. Talbot Sunbeam Lotus
    
    H2 (FWD)
73. Peugeot 205 GTI
    
74. Peugeot 309 GTI
    
75. Volkswagen Golf GTI
    
    H1 (FWD)
76. Lancia Fulvia HF
    
77. MINI Cooper S
    
78. Vauxhall Nova Sport
    

Builder Cars
1. WRC Builder Car
   
2. WRC2 Builder Car
3. 
   
4. Junior WRC Builder Car
   

* All WRC2 cars can compete in the Rally2 car class.

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Experience the thrill of the 2024 rally season with new locations, rally stages, real-world liveries, in-game challenges and high-performance vehicles.
The EA SPORTS™ WRC 2024 Season Expansion Bundle* brings players up-to-date with the current year of the FIA World Rally Championship, featuring new content across all three classes, WRC, WRC2 and Junior WRC.
Get a taste of what’s to come on October 8 with our reveal trailer above, and check out the information below for more detail.

[h2]Locations & Car Content Pack: Out October 8[/h2]



The headline addition is the Locations & Car Content Pack, which can either be purchased individually, or as part of the EA SPORTS™ WRC 2024 Season Expansion Bundle.
This Content Pack brings players up to date with the latest WRC season, featuring cars, liveries, drivers and locations from the current season.


[h2]New Location: Tet Rally Latvia[/h2]



Embark on a thrilling new adventure with Tet Rally Latvia, the location that made its WRC debut in 2024.
This exciting addition brings fresh challenges and breathtaking landscapes, making it a must-run rally for all enthusiasts.
Prepare to navigate through the dynamic terrains and immerse yourself in the Latvian rally culture, as this new location sets the stage for unforgettable racing moments.
As with all locations, Rally Latvia features several kilometres of real roads, 12 individual stages, and all of the challenging terrain variety and weather conditions one comes to expect from EA SPORTS™ WRC.


[h2]New Location: Orlen 80th Rally Poland[/h2]



After a five-year hiatus, the iconic Orlen 80th Rally Poland made a triumphant return to the 2024 WRC calendar.
This historic rally is renowned for its fast-paced gravel stages and passionate fanbase.
With its rich heritage and thrilling routes, Rally Poland offers a unique and exhilarating challenge that both seasoned and new rally fans will eagerly anticipate.
Rally Poland features multiple routes using over 27 unique kilometres of real roads.
Including shortened and reversed variants of its two main stages, players will race through 12 stages in total, each with multiple weather conditions, road surface changes and seasonal challenges to overcome.


[h2]5 New Cars[/h2]



The development race never stops, and all three WRC vehicle manufacturers have made great strides in the hunt for ultimate performance.
Drive the very latest in Rally1 technology from Ford, Hyundai and Toyota, with hybrid power, advanced suspension systems, and aerodynamics strong enough to make you feel like a hero on the road.
In addition to the three new cars in the top class of competition, the all-new Toyota GR Yaris Rally2 makes its WRC2 debut, going toe-to-toe with its rivals.
In Junior WRC, the Ford Fiesta Rally3 Evo is the perfect platform for the stars of the future, with its enhanced power, agility and style.

Here are the five new cars you will get to drive as part of this Content Pack, all of which can compete against base game cars in their respective classes, across various game modes:

WRC:

• Ford Puma Rally1 HYBRID ‘24
  
• Hyundai i20 N Rally1 HYBRID ‘24
  
• Toyota GR Yaris Rally1 HYBRID ‘24
  

WRC2:

• Toyota GR Yaris Rally2
  

Junior WRC:

• Ford Fiesta Rally3 Evo
  

[h2]52 New Liveries & Crews[/h2]



In addition to the new cars and locations mentioned above, the Locations & Car Content Pack contains over 50 vehicle liveries, along with their respective crew members (ie: drivers and co-drivers).
These 2024 season liveries are available on all of the new cars, alongside several existing WRC2 cars from the base game (like Oliver Solberg’s WRC2 car, shown above), bringing them up to date with the current season.
All 52 crews will be selectable as drivable pairings in Championship Mode, as well as showing up as AI opponents across relevant game modes, such as Career, Moments and Quick Play.

The Locations & Car Content Pack can either be purchased individually, or as part of the EA SPORTS™ WRC 2024 Season Expansion Bundle.
If you’re coming in to EA SPORTS™ WRC for the very first time, EA SPORTS™ WRC 24 contains the base game as well as the three Content Packs, giving you everything in a single purchase.
Speaking of Content Packs, let’s look at what you’ll get to play with in the coming months.


[h2]Le Maestros Content Pack: Coming in Winter 2024/25[/h2]



This Winter, the first of two themed Content Packs, will be arriving in Winter 2024/25 giving players more experiences to enjoy in-game.
First up is Le Maestros, which will add two new routes to existing locations from the base game.
Like many of our base game routes, these can also be driven in shortened and reversed variants, giving you multiple additional individual stages per location:

[h3]Rallye Monte Carlo: Briançonnet (14.55km)[/h3]
Embark on the thrilling Briançonnet roads with precision-testing esses, drops, narrow bridges, classic hairpins, and dynamic terrain.
Navigate challenging slow sections, fast straights, winding dangers, exciting junctions, and varied widths against Monte Carlo's stunning vistas.

[h3]Vodafone Rally de Portugal: Fafe (11.18 km)[/h3]
Take on the iconic Fafe stage with its thrilling jumps and stunning Portuguese vistas.
This meticulously recreated track features the renowned Fafe jump, pushing your skills to their limits.
Le Maestros also features additional content, which we will reveal closer to release. It can be purchased individually, or as part of the EA SPORTS™ WRC 2024 Season Expansion Bundle.

[h2]Hard Chargers Content Pack: Coming in Spring 2025[/h2]



Kicking off the new year at full speed comes Hard Chargers, another themed Content Pack, releasing in Spring 2025.
As with Le Maestros, this adds new routes to base game locations, all of which can be driven in shortened and reversed variants.

[h3]Rally Sweden - Umea (10.08 km) & Umea Sprint (5.16 km)[/h3]
These fast, technical routes include long straights, sharp turns, strategic bumps, tree-lined paths, deforested sections, a tunnel, and the famed Red Barn Arena.
With 4-5 metre road widths, it offers a dynamic, intense rally spectacle that tests your skills at every turn.

[h3]EKO Acropolis Rally Greece - Harvati (14.42 km)[/h3]
Harvati is a challenging mountain course with a winding start and river crossing, so expect water splashes as well as rocky, muddy, and gravel surfaces.
Tackle road width changes, steep sections alongside farm buildings, dips, tight winding parts, and roadside trees.
The final third opens up slightly before becoming winding and technical again, offering a thrilling and challenging driving experience.

Hard Chargers also features additional content, which we will reveal closer to release. It can be purchased individually, or as part of the EA SPORTS™ WRC 2024 Season Expansion Bundle

[h2]EA SPORTS™ WRC 2024 Season Expansion FAQ[/h2]



As there are many ways to get the latest content in EA SPORTS™ WRC, we’ve compiled a short FAQ that covers everything you need to know.
First-off, check out the comparison table above, as that covers the two most common scenarios, existing EA SPORTS™ WRC players and brand new players who want to get everything in a single purchase.

“I have the EA SPORTS™ WRC base game, what do I need to get to have all of the latest content?”
Buy the 2024 Season Expansion Bundle, which contains:

• Locations & Car Content Pack will be available from October 8.
  
• Le Maestros Content Pack will be available in Winter 2024/25.
  
• Hard Chargers Content Pack will be available in Spring 2025.
  

“I have never played EA SPORTS™ WRC, what do I need to get to have everything?”

• Buy EA SPORTS™ WRC 24.
  
• This includes the EA SPORTS™ WRC base game, and the 2024 Season Expansion Bundle which contains all three Content Packs.
  

“I would like to experience some of the new content, but not all. Can I buy the Content Packs individually?”
Yes:

• Locations & Car Content Pack will be available from October 8.
  
• Le Maestros Content Pack will be available in Winter 2024.
  
• Hard Chargers Content Pack will be available in Spring 2025.
  

“Is there a physical version of EA SPORTS™ WRC 24?”

• EA SPORTS™ WRC 24 is only available digitally.
  
• The EA SPORTS™ WRC base game is available in physical form, for both Xbox Series X|S and PlayStation 5. Check your local retailers for details.
  

“What languages are supported in EA SPORTS™ WRC 24?”

• The following languages are supported with text and UI: English, French, German, Italian, Spanish.
  
• The following languages are supported with voiceover: English, French, German, Italian, Spanish**.
  

[h2]More EA SPORTS™ WRC Reveals Coming Soon
[/h2]



We’re just getting started with our run-up to the EA SPORTS™ WRC 2024 Season Expansion Bundle launch on October 8.
Over the coming weeks we’ll be sharing more news, pics, video and gameplay about the upcoming content, so be sure to follow us wherever you get your news and see the reveals before anyone else.

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* Requires EA SPORTS™ WRC (sold separately) and all game updates. Le Maestros Content Pack available in Winter 2024. Hard Chargers Content Pack available in Spring 2025.
**Limited Spanish language support."

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