1,980 km on One Tank: Nissan Qashqai e-POWER Sets Official Guinness Distance Record

The Nissan Qashqai e-POWER has earned a Guinness World Records title after covering 1,980 km on one tank in Colombia. The multi-day drive ran from Bogotá toward the Caribbean coast from July 14–17, 2026, without external charging or refueling. 

The record-setting drive took place from July 14 to July 17, traveling from high elevation in Bogotá down to the Caribbean coast. Independent Guinness World Records judges monitored every stage of the test to certify the final distance achievement following a detailed review process.

• The electric motor alone drives the wheels, providing immediate response without conventional gear changes.
• An integrated petrol engine functions purely as a generator, without requiring any plug-in charging infrastructure.
• The result demonstrates the system’s potential under record-attempt conditions, although everyday range will vary with speed, traffic, weather, load and driving style.
• Regenerative braking recovers some kinetic energy during deceleration and returns it to the vehicle’s battery.
• Advanced cabin refinement that gives drivers a genuine battery-electric feel in all driving conditions.

Engineering Breakdown of Nissan’s 5-in-1 e-POWER Powertrain

Unlike conventional hybrid systems, the wheels in an e-POWER vehicle are driven exclusively by an electric motor. A highly efficient petrol engine generates electricity when needed, eliminating external charging while maintaining standard refueling convenience. 

This setup delivers the instant response, refinement, and smooth acceleration associated with traditional battery electric vehicles.

The latest generation of e-POWER features Nissan’s advanced 5-in-1 modular powertrain to maximize overall system efficiency. This hardware integrates the electric motor, generator, inverter, reducer, and increaser into a compact, highly efficient package. 

Combined with regenerative braking technology, the system continuously optimizes energy use to maximize efficiency without compromising driving enjoyment.

Accelerating Nissan’s Global Electrification Strategy

The Colombia attempt follows earlier Qashqai e-POWER efficiency drives in the UK and Tasmania. The official title demonstrates how e-POWER delivers efficiency, long-range capability, and an EV-like driving experience across diverse terrains and climates.

Richard Candler, Nissan Corporate Executive for Family, Product & Components Strategy, said this record proves e-POWER’s capability. He emphasized that the system delivers efficiency, refinement, and performance focused around real customer driving needs.

He added that it plays an important role in helping drivers transition smoothly toward a fully electric future.

Conclusion

Covering 1,980 km on a single tank confirms that the Nissan Qashqai e-POWER provides exceptional real-world capability. Drivers gain the smooth refinement of electric propulsion alongside the rapid refueling convenience of traditional petrol cars. 

This Colombian record highlights how non-plug-in extended-range technology removes traditional charging dependency for everyday drivers. As markets seek practical electrified mobility, the Nissan Qashqai e-POWER stands out as a sensible, accessible solution.

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