Nissan Qashqai e-POWER sets Guinness World Record with 1,980-km single-tank drive
Nissan's Qashqai e-POWER covered 1,980 km on one tank in Colombia, earning a Guinness World Record for a non-plug-in extended-range electric SUV.
- 1,980 km
- 14–17 July 2026
What Happened
Nissan's Qashqai equipped with next-generation e-POWER has earned a Guinness World Records title for the longest journey completed by a non-plug-in extended-range electric vehicle SUV without external charging or refuelling. The vehicle covered 1,980 km on a single tank during a drive in Colombia from 14 to 17 July 2026. Guinness World Records judges independently monitored and verified every stage before certifying the achievement. Nissan says the record builds on earlier long-distance challenges in the UK and Tasmania.
1,980 kmkm
Longest journey by a non-plug-in extended-range electric vehicle SUV without external charging or refuelling.
Record attempt begins in Bogotá, Colombia.
Drive ends on Colombia's Caribbean coast.
e-POWER is Nissan's hybrid system in which the wheels are driven exclusively by an electric motor, giving instant response and smooth acceleration. A petrol engine generates electricity when needed, so no external charging is required. The latest generation uses a 5-in-1 modular powertrain that integrates the electric motor, generator, inverter, reducer and increaser. Regenerative braking continuously optimises energy use to maximise efficiency while preserving driving enjoyment.
- Wheels driven exclusively by an electric motor; petrol engine generates electricity; no plug-in needed.
- Direct mechanical connection between the petrol engine and the wheels.
“This fantastic record once again shows the capability of the latest generation of e POWER technology. Qashqai e POWER delivers efficiency, refinement and EV-like driving performance that we have focused around real customer driving needs. It also plays an important role in Nissan’s electrification journey, helping more drivers experience the benefits of electric driving as they move towards a full”
Why this matters
The record shows e-POWER can deliver electric-vehicle driving without needing to plug in, which appeals to drivers who want an EV feel but no charging hassle. Nissan says the technology makes electrification more accessible and supports its move toward a fully electric future, while reinforcing e-POWER's efficiency across varied real-world conditions.
Terms in This Story
- e-POWER
- Nissan's hybrid powertrain in which an electric motor drives the wheels and a petrol engine generates electricity; no external charging is needed.
- extended-range electric vehicle
- A vehicle whose wheels are driven by an electric motor, with an onboard engine or generator that recharges the battery to extend range.
- regenerative braking
- A system that captures energy during braking and converts it into electricity to recharge the battery.
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