- Technical Upgrades that Brought the Jesko Back on Top
- Record Breaking Performance
- Clash of Two Performance Philosophies
- The Big Day in Sweden
Koenigsegg of Sweden continues to make history in the world of hypercars, this time with a powerful return to the top of acceleration and braking challenges in the 0-400-0 km/h test. This challenge, considered one of the toughest in high performance automotive history, combines a car’s ability to launch from a standstill to 400 km/h at rocket like speed and then come to a complete stop in the shortest possible time. After months of the electric Rimac Nevera holding this title, the Jesko Absolut has reclaimed the glory, reinforcing its position as one of the fastest and most powerful internal combustion cars in the world.
Technical Upgrades that Brought the Jesko Back on Top
The Jesko Absolut’s latest achievement was no coincidence but the result of meticulous engineering by Koenigsegg’s team, who implemented significant upgrades to maximize the car’s performance.
The Light Speed Transmission was reprogrammed to deliver smoother and faster gear changes, helping maintain uninterrupted power delivery during acceleration.
The engine management software was refined to ensure optimal power response with every press of the accelerator.
A new advanced torque control system was added, giving the car exceptional grip management even under extreme acceleration at high speeds.
Koenigsegg named this package Absolut Overdrive, confirming it will not be exclusive to the record setting car but will also be available to existing Jesko owners, allowing them to experience the same record breaking driving feel.
Record Breaking Performance
Thanks to these updates, the Jesko Absolut clocked an impressive 25.21 seconds in the 0-400-0 km/h challenge, and 25.67 seconds in the 0-402-0 km/h run. These figures gave it a clear edge over the Rimac Nevera R, which was roughly half a second slower, a significant margin in the world of extreme speed records.
This achievement highlights the Jesko’s rare balance between immense mechanical power and exceptional braking efficiency, a combination seldom seen in rear wheel drive internal combustion cars.
Clash of Two Performance Philosophies
No discussion of this achievement is complete without comparing the new record holder to its former rival.
Rimac Nevera: An all electric hypercar powered by four electric motors delivering a total output of 2,137 hp, paired with an all wheel drive system that ensures exceptional stability.
Koenigsegg Jesko Absolut: A combustion powered machine equipped with a 5.0 liter twin turbo V8 producing 1,600 hp, relying on a rear wheel drive layout that makes harnessing its power a true challenge.
Jesko’s victory over an electric hypercar of such specifications showcases the brilliance of Swedish engineering in blending advanced mechanical and software innovations to achieve extraordinary performance.
The Big Day in Sweden
The record was set on August 7 at Örebro Airport in Sweden, in an atmosphere charged with excitement for hypercar enthusiasts. Behind the wheel was veteran test driver Marcus Lund, piloting the very same Jesko that had achieved the company’s previous record in 2024. This proved that the updated software and technical enhancements were the decisive factors behind the new achievement.
Company founder Christian von Koenigsegg expressed his pride, stating that achieving such performance with a production car powered by a rear wheel drive internal combustion engine, and surpassing advanced all wheel drive electric hypercars, rewrites the rules of competition in the speed world.
With this resounding comeback, Koenigsegg has proven that internal combustion cars still have what it takes to compete, and even outpace the latest in electric technology, keeping the battle between the two performance philosophies alive for enthusiasts worldwide.
