The Short configuration at Autodromo Termas de Rio Hondo delivers a compact layout variant at this Argentine facility in Santiago del Estero, creating a shorter distance option compared to the full 4.806-kilometer Grand Prix circuit. The Short configuration emphasizes rapid lap frequency and high corner density, serving novice track day groups, driving schools, and events prioritizing maximum seat time over extended distance challenges. This layout provides accessible entry point at Argentina's premier modern circuit facility.

Operating the Short configuration showcases Termas de Rio Hondo's versatility in accommodating diverse skill levels beyond the intimidating GP layout that hosted MotoGP. Northern Argentina's extreme heat makes the Short circuit's compressed lap times beneficial for tire preservation and driver stamina. The Short variant allows the facility to serve regional motorsport development alongside championship hosting duties, providing Argentine racing enthusiasts with accessible configuration at the nation's flagship permanent road course venue.