Sauber C44: 2024 F1 Car Specs & Stats
Car Profile
| Team |  Sauber |
| Season | 2024 |
| Constructors' | P10 4 pts |
| Races | 24 (48 starts) |
| Designers | James Key Technical directorJan Monchaux Technical directorAlessandro Cinelli Head of aerodynamicsEric Gandelin Chief designer |
| Photos | Sauber C44 wallpapers → |
Drivers of the Sauber C44
Full Car Statistics
| Grands Prix | 24 |
| Race Starts | 48 |
| Wins | 0 (0.0%) |
| Best Grid | 9th |
| Podiums | 0 (0.0%) |
| Best Finish | 8th |
| Points Finishes | 1 |
| Points | 4 |
| Retirements | 4 (8.3%) |
| Drivers | 2 |
Power Unit & Tyres
| Power unit | Ferrari 066/12 1.6 V6 turbo hybrid |
| Also powered | Ferrari SF-24, Haas VF-24 |
| Tyres | Pirelli |
Key Car Landmarks
2024 Finishing Positions
Performance Breakdown
2024 Race by Race
1Podium 7Points 14Outside the points DNFNot classified
A New Name, the Same Ambition
The Kick Sauber C44 debuted in 2024 carrying a rebranded identity that marked the final stage of transition before Audi's full involvement. With the Alfa Romeo partnership concluded, the Hinwil team reverted to racing under the Sauber name, augmented by title sponsor Kick, while Audi's investment steadily intensified behind the scenes. The C44 was a development of the aerodynamic philosophy established under previous machinery, retaining the Ferrari power unit for what would be its penultimate season in this partnership before the shift to Audi's own bespoke Formula 1 engine in 2026.
Bottas and Zhou Continue the Project
The driver pairing of Valtteri Bottas and Zhou Guanyu endured into their third season together, providing valuable continuity during a period of significant organisational change. Bottas in particular was known to be in the final stages of his contract, with the team having already confirmed Nico Hülkenberg would be joining for 2025 as part of the Audi transition plan. Despite this context, both drivers maintained focus and professionalism, contributing to the development programme and gathering data that would inform the C45 and ultimately the first Audi-powered car in 2026. The season was not one of spectacular results but of deliberate, purposeful preparation.
Audi Integration Accelerates
Off the track, 2024 was transformative for the Sauber organisation. Audi executives became increasingly prominent in team decisions, technical recruitment accelerated, and the long-term vision of fielding a fully works-supported Formula 1 entry began to take shape in tangible ways. The announcement of Nico Hülkenberg as lead driver for 2025, followed by confirmation of Brazilian prodigy Gabriel Bortoleto for the second seat, signalled Audi's intention to compete properly from the first moment. The C44 season, whatever its on-track limitations, was an essential step in that journey.
Kick Sauber C44 – Technical Specifications
| Car | Kick Sauber C44 |
|---|---|
| Season | 2024 Formula 1 World Championship |
| Drivers | Valtteri Bottas (#77), Zhou Guanyu (#24) |
| Power Unit | Ferrari 066/11 1.6L V6 Turbo Hybrid |
| Transmission | Ferrari 8-speed semi-automatic |
| chassis | Carbon fibre monocoque |
| suspension | Push-rod front, pull-rod rear |
| Constructors' Position | 10th (4 points) |
| Best Race Result | P9 (Bottas, Monaco) |
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