Lynk & Co 08 Sets Guinness World Record for Longest Electric-Only Range in a Plug-In Hybrid SUV
Lynk & Co's flagship SUV, the Lynk & Co 08, has achieved a Guinness World Record by covering 293 km on electric power alone, the longest distance ever recorded for a plug-in hybrid SUV.
- 293 km
- 39.6 kWh
- 200 km
What Happened
Lynk & Co has set a new Guinness World Records title with the Lynk & Co 08, achieving 293 kilometers in fully electric driving mode. The record was certified at Centro Dinámico Pegaso racetrack in Toluca, Mexico, under a strict verification protocol involving telemetry specialists, a certified driver, and engineers.
293km
in 100% electric mode, Guinness World Record for a plug-in hybrid SUV
- 39.6 kWh high energy battery with IP68 certification
- Intelligent thermal management for optimised efficiency over extended driving
- Optimised aerodynamics with a drag coefficient below 0.30
- High-performance modular platform balancing comfort, stability and low energy consumption
The Lynk & Co 08 pairs a 1.5-liter engine with a high-performance electric motor delivering a combined 346 hp. Drivers can choose between Pure, Hybrid, and Power driving modes, managed by the EMP system to adapt performance and efficiency to different scenarios.
Why this matters
This record proves that plug-in hybrids can deliver substantial real-world electric range, significantly reducing fuel consumption and emissions while retaining the flexibility of a hybrid powertrain.
Terms in This Story
- PHEV
- Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle, a vehicle that combines a conventional engine with an electric motor and can be charged from an external power source.
- WLTP
- Worldwide Harmonized Light Vehicles Test Procedure, a standard for measuring fuel consumption and emissions.
- IP68
- Ingress Protection rating indicating that the battery is dust-tight and can withstand continuous immersion in water.
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