Koenigsegg CCR Goes 388 km/h to Break World Speed Record!

According to the data obtained from the test, the maximum speed was reached at approximately 6,780 rpm, a slightly lower engine

The CCR's record has been processed and approved by the Guinness Book of World Records. (Photo: Koenigsegg)

speed than peak power, which is made at a higher rpm. Given this information, von Koenigsegg believes that given a long enough straight, such as the VW Ehra track, a top speed of 395 km/h or greater could be achieved. This would further separate the Koenigsegg from all current supercars, and challenge the upcoming Bugatti Veyron which has a claimed 400 km/h top speed.

Driver Loris Bicocchi commented on the CCR's impressive performance: "This test was very important for the customers and owners of Koenigsegg cars. It proves that their belief and faith in the small Koenigsegg Company was well founded."

The CCR's record has also been processed and approved by the Guinness Book of World Records, and is official. The record-breaking vehicle will be shown at this year's Geneva International Motor Show, which runs until mid-March.