While the automotive world is rapidly shifting toward electric vehicles, a diesel sedan has reminded everyone that fuel efficiency still matters. The new-generation Skoda Superb 2.0 TDI has set a world record by covering 2,831 kilometers on a single tank of diesel, the longest distance ever achieved without refueling.
This record was accomplished using a completely standard Skoda Superb 2.0 TDI
in the
Essence trim, without any modifications or performance tuning. The car is powered by a
2.0-liter four-cylinder turbodiesel engine producing
148 bhp and 360 Nm of torque, paired with a
7-speed DSG gearbox and front-wheel drive. Its official
WLTP fuel economy is 4.8 liters per 100 km (around 20.8 kmpl).
Remarkably, on European roads, the car delivered double the expected mileage
, averaging just
2.61 liters per 100 km, or approximately
38.3 kmpl—the same efficiency normally seen in small hatchbacks. This achievement is even more impressive considering the Superb is a
5-meter-long, 1.6-ton executive sedan with a 66-liter fuel tank.
The record was made possible through a combination of advanced engineering, aerodynamics, and disciplined driving techniques
. The car was driven in
Eco mode for smooth throttle response and gear shifts, while
average speeds were maintained at 80 kmph, the optimal range for diesel efficiency. Additionally,
tire pressures were kept at factory-specified levels to minimize rolling resistance, highlighting that meticulous planning can push a luxury sedan to achieve
unprecedented mileage.
