Skoda has set a new Guinness World Record for the longest distance travelled by a production car on a single tank of fuel, with the fourth-generation Superb covering 2,831 kilometres using just one tank of diesel. Polish rally driver Miko Marczyk achieved the feat in a standard Superb 2.0 TDI Essence trim, averaging an extraordinary 2.61 litres per 100 kilometres—nearly half the model’s official WLTP combined consumption of 4.8 litres per 100 kilometres. The record underscores the diesel engine’s superior efficiency, even amid ongoing debates over emissions.

The journey began and ended in Prague, with the route verified by Guinness adjudicators and the fuel tank sealed throughout. Equipped with a 110 kW engine, 360 Nm of torque, a seven-speed DSG transmission, and 16-inch wheels, the car used regular diesel, leaving potential for further gains with premium fuel. Marczyk, known for his fuel-efficient driving techniques, maintained steady speeds, anticipated traffic, and leveraged Eco mode to maximise range.

Marczyk shared practical tips for hypermiling: maintaining correct tyre pressure, gradual acceleration, minimising braking through traffic anticipation, using Eco mode, and exploiting tailwinds. He expressed ambition to surpass 3,000 kilometres in a future attempt. The Superb’s 66-litre tank enabled the record, demonstrating real-world potential far beyond lab figures when driven optimally.

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The achievement reinforces diesel’s mileage advantage in long-distance travel, even as electrification accelerates. Skoda positions the Superb as a benchmark for efficiency in the D-segment, blending performance, comfort, and economy. The record not only celebrates engineering but also promotes smarter driving habits for sustainability.

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