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Thursday

Maxing Out the New 2013 Nissan GT-R Track Pack Edition on the Autobahn


If you want try out a car's top speed on a public road, then there is only one place to go: Germany's famed Autobahn, the only motorway system in the world incorporating sections with an unrestricted speed limit.

This is where EVO magazine's contributing editor Jethro Bovingdon took the new 2013 Nissan GT-R Track Pack, which just arrived in UK shores.

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Wednesday

Oh Russia, Cops in Pursuit of Lime Green Nissan GT-R…


With all the odd and crazy things we have seen taking place on Russian roads thanks to the widespread use of dashboard mounted cameras over the past years, one could say that nothing surprises us anymore.

All the same, we cannot say that we remember seeing a police officer filming a pursuit on a hand held camera (or cell phone), but we guess there is a first for everything in Russia these days… Perhaps the explanation is that the cop was an avid fan of the Nissan GT-R, who knows.

Anyway, the two Moscow cops in the Ford Focus managed to catch up to the lime-green Nissan GT-R R35, but only because the latter gave up. One of the police officers approaches the car, politely tips his hat and asks for the driver's license and registration. The driver then exits the GT-R and gets into the cop's car, at which point the video ends.

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Monday

2009 Nissan GT-R R35 in Malaysia Receives Nasty “Facelift”

This isn’t the first time that we bring you bad news about a Nissan GT-R –see another incident here, and unfortunately, nor will it be the last. These pictures of the crumpled 2009 GT-R showed up on the NAGTROC forum and according to the poster, the car is registered in Malaysia. Definitely not a pretty site for car lovers like ourselves. –More pics after the jump





Via: Jalopnik , Source: Nagtroc

Nissan GT-Rs Take 1st & 2nd Place at SUPER GT Opening Race at Suzuka

The GT-R’s racing debut at the SUPER GT series in Japan this past weekend proved totally successful as Nissan saw two of its cars finish in the first and second place of the race. The XANAVI NISMO GT-R (#23), starting from the second on the grid and driven by Satoshi Motoyama and Benoit Treluyer, won the first race of the 2008 Super GT series, while Michael Krumm and Masataka Yanagida brought the MOTUL AUTECH GT-R (#22) home in the 2nd place ahead of the Lexus SC 430.

"Before the race we felt a bit of pressure to make a debut win for the GT-R but believed that we could win because the car was fantastic and the team had done a great job. Combination with Benoit was also very good and we proved to be the strongest pair.I'm really happy that we won the race in the GT-R's very first race," said XANAVI NISMO GT-R driver, Satoshi Motoyama. –More pics after the jump




Friday

Nissan GT-R Chosen as the Official “SUPER GT” Safety Car

Nissan’s motorsport department –aka, “NISMO”, announced today that all-new GT-R coupe has been chosen to become the official safety car of the SUPER GT 2008 series, which kicks off this Sunday, March 16, 2008. A handover of the safety car will be held during the opening of the SUPER GT series (Suzuka Circuit in Mie Prefecture) on Sunday, March 16. If you happen to be at the Suzuka Circuit, you’ll be happy to know that a series of previous GT-R racing models like the 2003 Xanavi Nismo GT-R and the 1990 Calsonic Skyline will be on display at the Grand Prix Square adjacent to the main stand.

Νissan GT-R GT500 Race Car Unveiled at Tokyo Auto Salon

Nissan staged the debut of the 2008 GT-R GT500 racing car at the Tokyo Auto Salon opening today. The race spec version of the new GT-R sport coupe will vie for the 2008 SUPER GT Championship series. Further details of the GT500 Nissan GT-R including technical specifications will be announced on 31 January.

Interestingly, the GT500 specification GT-R also premiers Nissan’s new racing livery, which will be featured across Nissan motorsports activities during the 2008 season. According to the Japanese carmaker, the new livery resulted from close collaboration between Nissan’s design team and NISMO, its motorsports affiliate company, and incorporates feedback from members of the “Club NISMO” fan club. -More pics after the jump

Monday

First 2009 Nissan GT-R Bites The Dust...

The owner of this crumpled 2009 GT-R looks like he has the unwanted honour of being the first guy to smash a production version of Nissan’s 480 HP, all-wheel-drive (that didn’t help much apparently) supercar. There’s no information concerning the whereabouts of the accident, but there’s talk in various internet forums that it happened somewhere in Hong Kong. Think we’ll be seeing more pictures of the GT-R in this sate in the near future? -One more pic after the jump

Via: Autoblog.com , Source: nagtroc

Sunday

2009 Nissan GT-R Video: Full Test Reveals That It’s Faster Than Nissan Says!

When there’s a will (and plenty of cash…) there’s a way. Nissan might have not given the all-new GT-R for a full test drive, but the guys at Edmund’s Inside Line travelled all the way to Japan to test a privately owned Nissan GT-R on an airstrip outside Tokyo. The car, owned by Japanese journalist Jun Nishikawa was a Japanese-spec example with 1,500 km or 932 miles on its odo.

But enough with the chitty chat; here are the numbers that Edmunds testers came up with: the 2009 Nissan GT-R hits 60 mph (96 km/h) in 3.3 seconds and the quarter mile in just 11,6 seconds at more than 120 mph or 196 km/h. Nissan officially claims that the 2009 GT-R needs 3.5 seconds for the 0-60 mph sprint… -Check out the video right after the jump

Via: Inside Line

Thursday

Nissan To Take Legal Action On GT-R Grey-Imports In Europe

Nissan’s lawyers have been quite busy the past few days sending letters to several businesses in Europe regarding their vehicle importation activities and in particular, the Nissan GT-R which went on sale in Japan in December but is expected in Europe in March 2009. Nissan says that these businesses (mainly in the UK) are suspected of importing and/or offering in the European Economic Area (EEA) Nissan vehicles originating from Japan and which are intended only for sale in Japan. According to the Japanese carmaker, these activities infringe Nissan’s trademark rights and if the warning is ignored, it will seek the support of the English courts in enforcing its legitimate rights against those businesses.

Gary Frigo, Nissan Motor (GB) Limited’s Managing Director, said: “We have been made aware of a significant increase in activity in the import trade of certain vehicles, particularly the Nissan GT-R, which warrants immediate action.” -Continued

On the subject of the new Nissan GT-R Frigo explained further: “Nissan’s number one priority is to ensure that the GT-R and its dealer network are in optimal condition to facilitate and support our customers. It will take until start of sales in March 2009 to do this. Until that time the UK will have no GT-R trained technicians, no established GT-R parts supply and, most crucial of all, the GT-R will not be covered by a manufacturer’s warranty.”

Wednesday

2008 Nissan GT-R: See It Being Built


Here’s a video showing scenes from the 2008 GT-R assembly at Nissan's Tochigi factory in Japan, which also builds Infiniti models. Nissan designed an entirely new production system for the GT-R that benefits from production procedures that include higher precision tolerance control for all body parts and the use of specially designed precision machine tools. Interestingly, much of the Nissan GT-R's assembly is done by hand. -Continued after the jump

Once the car is built, each GT-R is conducted a break-in drive before shipping in addition to its regular inspections, so the very earliest use of the brakes, transmission and suspension will be smooth for the customer.

Via: Le Blog Auto

Friday

Pre-Orders for Nissan GT-R In Japan Exceed 2,200 Units

Japanese enthusiasts have been blown away by the all-new GT-R as in less than two months since Nissan started accepting pre-orders, 2,282 buyers have signed in for the 473 Hp AWD Coupe, exceeding by a factor of 11 the planned monthly sales total. The GT-R will go on sale in Japan on December 6th. In the States, the GT-R will arrive in June 2008 with a base price of $71,900 (details here).

Breaking down the pre-orders for the new GT-R, Nissan reveals that 60% of the buyers are under 50 years old with the most popular grade series being the Premium edition and the most popular color being Pearl White (27% of all orders) ) with 70% of vehicles being either the 370GT Type S or Type SP grades. -Continued after the jump

But the GT-R isn’t Nissan’s only success in Japan as the all-new Skyline coupe (Infiniti G37 Coupe in the U.S.), which went on sale October 2nd has received more than 2,400 orders against a planned monthly sales total of 200 units.

"It is encouraging to see that Japanese customers have been inspired by these new sports cars from Nissan," said Kaji Yoshimitsu, Marketing Director for Skyline and GT-R. "Nissan is a company with a long heritage of building passionate cars for enthusiasts, and we see the GT-R and Skyline Coupe bringing those customers back to the showroom," continued Yoshimitsu.

Wednesday

LA Show: Nissan GT-R Coming To The U.S. In June 2008 Priced At $69,850

The highly anticipated Nissan GT-R, which will be available for the first time ever in the United States beginning in June 2008, made its North American debut at the L.A. Auto Show, following its global introduction at the Tokyo Motor Show last October. Nissan was also kind enough to announce U.S. pricing of the 2009 Nissan GT-R (high-res image gallery click here) which is equipped with a twin turbo V6 engine producing 480 Hp. On this side of the pond the Base model will cost $69,850 or €47,614 while the Premium model, which adds a standard Bose audio system, heated seats and side air, bags, $71,900 or €49,011. As the French say, “pas mal”… -Details after the jump

PRESS RELEASE

All New 2009 Nissan GT-R Comes To North America – Multi-Dimensional Supercar Available in June 2008

The all-new 2009 Nissan GT-R, the fifth-generation of the legendary Nissan supercar, makes its North American debut at the 2007 Los Angeles Auto Show in November, following its worldwide debut at the Tokyo Motor Show in October 2007. No longer the unobtainable object of desire on a video game or in the movies, the GT-R will be available on sale for the first time in North American in June 2008.

GT-R is a multi-dimensional performance machine that lives up to the concept of “the ultimate supercar that can be driven by anyone, anytime, anywhere” and achieved a lap time of 7:38 around the famed Nürburgring Nordschleife, one of the fastest times achieved by a production-spec vehicle to date.

Packaging and Driveline Suited for a Supercar

The new Nissan GT-R is built on an exclusive all-new Premium Midship platform. This new platform enables the use of a world’s first independent rear transaxle ATTESA E-TS all-wheel drive system, which optimizes weight distribution and handling capability. This layout places the transmission, transfer case and final drive at the rear of the vehicle, without the use of traditional torque tubes, allowing the suspension to operate independently and optimizing tire grip at each corner.

Under the hood, the Nissan GT-R features an all-new hand-built VR series 3.8-liter twin turbo V6 producing 480 horsepower @ 6,400 rpm and 430 lb-ft of torque @ 3,200 to 5,200 rpm, while meeting ultra-low emission vehicle (ULEV) standards.

The all-new VR38 engine, named VR38DETT, features innovative plasma-sprayed bores replacing cast iron liners for reduced friction, lighter weight, enhanced cooling, power output and fuel efficiency; a symmetrical independent intake and exhaust manifold system featuring twin high-performance IHI turbochargers; a secondary air management system for improved cold-start emissions performance; a thermostatically controlled oil-cooling system; an oil scavenger pump to maintain oil flowing to the turbochargers; and a lateral wet and dry sump oiling system. All GT-R engines are hand-built in a clean room environment at the Nissan Yokohama engine plant.

The VR38DETT is backed by an all-new, paddle-shifted GR6 sequential 6-speed dual clutch rear transaxle, which can be driver selected to shift at race car-like speeds . The sequential-shifting transaxle features separate wet clutches for the odd (1,3,5) and even (2,4,6) gears and pre-selects the next highest and next lowest gear for immediate shifts. It also features Hill Start Assist for easy starts on uphill inclines.

Contributing to overall vehicle balance and low center of gravity, the unique offset input and reaction shaft design of the GR6 rear transaxle enables a shorter design profile versus a typical manual transmission, moving the concentration of powertrain weight lower in the vehicle.

Putting the power to the ground is an electronically-controlled ATTESA E-TS all-wheel-drive system specifically developed for GT-R. The rear drive-biased system can vary torque split from 0:100 to 50:50 depending on speed, lateral acceleration, steering angles, tire slip, road surface and yaw rate. Of note is a special GT-R-specific yaw-rate feedback control, which measures the differences between the target yaw rate calculated from steering angle and actual yaw rate detected by the yaw-rate sensor and G sensor to adjust torque bias.

Handling duties are managed by a sophisticated 4-wheel independent suspension system mounted to high-precision six-point front and rear subframes.

A special Bilstein DampTronic driver adjustable shock absorber system utilizes multiple vehicle information systems to provide appropriate damping forces and high level of control for a variety of driving situations. The DampTronic system features three driver selectable settings - Normal ; Comfort, for maximum suspension compliance; or “R,” for ultimate handling. The same three-stage adjustability is available for the VDC system and transmission shift operation, which also includes a Snow mode.

Stopping power is provided by Brembo mono block six-piston front and four-piston rear calipers with large 15-inch Brembo full-floating cross-drilled two-piece rotors and low-steel high-stiffness brake pads which minimize fade and provide intense stopping performance. The calipers utilize race car-style radial mounting to minimize caliper flex during extreme braking.

GT-R-specific lightweight forged 20-inch wheels, with special knurling to assist with securing the tires during hard acceleration or braking, are shod with nitrogen-filled Bridgestone high-performance summer run-flat tires specifically designed for the GT-R, sized 255/40ZRF20 front and 285/35ZRF20 rear. High-performance Dunlop all-season tires are also available.

GT-R’s Signature Functional Design – High Performance Aerodynamics and Style

The Nissan GT-R’s styling follows the “function over form” theory. Every styling aspect, from the overall design to the smallest details, is created to maximize the vehicle’s driving experience – as well as suggest GT-R’s “supercar” level of performance. Utilizing advanced aerodynamics, GT-R’s aggressive styling evokes the lines of a well-trained athlete, combining strong character lines with smooth and solid areas.

The all-new GT-R’s hybrid body construction is created with a combination of steel, carbon fiber and die-cast aluminum, providing a unique combination of stiffness, precision and lightness. The body features a low coefficient of drag of 0.27 while achieving high front and rear downforce, providing stability and handling performance in a wide range of driving conditions.

GT-R’s front fenders express power and stability, while the “aero-blades” on the fenders’ leading edges provide optimum airflow around the tires and along the body. The vents in the fenders’ trailing edges assists in providing front downforce and optimizing side air flow. The aggressive front end, with a large hood budge and single central air intake, provides a sophisticated style as well as undisturbed air flow for power and cooling.

New “super wide beam” headlights feature three additional sub-reflectors (compared to conventional lights) to give a wide illumination spread.

The Nissan GT-R’s four-passenger cabin features a sloping “aero blade canopy” roofline and curved C-pillar “sword edge,” which expresses the distinctive GT-R identity, as well as facilitating air flow around the rear of the vehicle. The signature rear view of the GT-R is provided by its hallmark four-ring taillights, while air flow above and below the vehicle is managed by the functional rear carbon fiber underbody diffuser, rear spoiler and large, integrated quad exhaust tips.

GT-R’s advanced technology is present even in the vehicle’s paint, which utilizes a durable anti-chip paint and “double clear coat” process. A special seven-coat silver paint color is available, which is baked five times and is also hand-polished by craftsman.

An Interior Suitable for Daily Driving or Supercar Duties

Key to the Nissan GT-R’s usability as a both daily driver and a high-performance machine is its interior, which is designed to balance functionality and comfort. It provides comfortable four-passenger seating and trunk capacity of two golf bags or suitcases.

Sculpted performance bucket seats give the driver and passenger a comfortable driving experience, and soft pads are utilized on the dash in front of the passenger and both doors to give an extra level of comfort. The rear transaxle layout of GT-R, with a flat floor and narrow center tunnel, allows GT-R to have an optimal driving position.

A cockpit-style instrument panel surrounds the driver, with all meters and multi-function meter at a uniform height to minimize the driver’s head movement. A large center-mounted tachometer, with gear display on its upper right, as well as the easy-to-read graphics of the display, gives the driver instant detailed information, essential for the performance nature of the GT-R.

Functional style is also evident in GT-R’s interior – each meter features a dial plate design that evokes the idea of engaged gears, as well as a three-dimensional metal-like ring, suggesting the multi-dimensional performance of GT-R. A large, metallic-framed center console features an ergonomically designed shift lever and a red “engine start” button.

The centerpiece of the instrument panel is a video game-inspired multi-function display. Eleven pages of information are available on this system, including mechanical and driving information, acceleration, brake pedal pressure, steering angle and a recording function with playback. Additional on-screen information includes a Navigation system, enhanced entertainment system with a Music Box Hard Drive and a Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System.

An available s pecially-designed 11-speaker Bose® audio system features two forward-facing woofers in the rear center armrest area. Rigid aluminum die cast panel-mounting of all speakers allowed Bose engineers to perfect the acoustical performance of the GT-R sound system.

High-Performance Safety Technologies

The Nissan GT-R offers a long list of safety features, including, for enhanced visibility inside and out of the vehicle, high-mounted LED stoplights, bright LED rear combination taillights, “super wide beam” headlights, heated door mirrors and flat-blade windshield wipers.

Standard safety equipment includes a Nissan Advanced Air Bag System for driver and front passenger, front seat belts with pretensioner and load limiters and tension reducers, and three-point ELR/ALR rear seat belts. Driver and front passenger SRS Side Air Bag System and SRS Curtain Air Bag System are also available.

Saturday

Video: Car Magazine Co-Drives The 2008 Nissan GT-R


Car magazine’s Ben Barry must have felt like a ravenous child in candy store when Nissan’s marketing boss Shingo Suzuki (now that’s funny) unexpectedly suggested that he jump into the GT-R’s passengers seat for a quick spin. See, while Car and a bunch of other major auto magazines were invited by Nissan to photograph the 2008 GT-R in Hokkaido, it was on a strictly “look and drool but don’t even think about driving” basis. Now that sucks. (Links: GT-R Promo Video click here, images & specs click here)

Thanks for the tip Terry (aka, "The Deuce")!

Friday

Nissan GT-R Promo Video


Featuring a new 3.8-litre twin turbo V6 “VR38” engine, producing 473 Hp (353kW) at 6400rpm, the all-new GT-R is definitely one of the most anticipated sports cars of the year. Available in Japan from December 6 and the rest of the world in 2008, the Nissan GT-R promises to offer more adrenaline than a Porsche 911 Turbo at half the price. Something tells us that Nissan intends to keep its promise. For official specs and high-res images, click here.

Thursday

Nissan To Launch GT-R V-spec Model In 2009

And you thought we’d heard the last piece of news regarding the 2008 Nissan GT-R with the release of the media kit –well, at least for the duration of the Tokyo Show. The boyz at Insideline are reporting that an unnamed Nissan source has confirmed that a lightweight, more powerful version of the high-performance GT-R Coupe called “V-Spec” will hit U.S. showrooms in mid-2009 (about a year after the N. American market launch of the GT-R).

We remind that the GT-R’s right-hand-drive-only predecessors, the Skyline GT-R R32, R33 & R34 models (R34 V-Spec II pictured on the right) were also offered in V-spec trim featuring sportier suspension settings, lower ground clearance, carbon-fibre diffusers and spoilers along with mechanical upgrades.

Via: Insideline

Wednesday

Nissan GT-R 2007 Tokyo Show Images

We all love checking out cars up close but unless you’re somewhere in Tokyo these days, you won’t have much of a chance seeing Nissan’s all-new 473 Hp GT-R in live form. Of course, we did show you a bunch of official press pics earlier today (click here) but evidently, that’s not the same. So, until science finds a way to offer us the ability to view 3-dimensional images from our computer we thought of the next best thing: live shots from the Tokyo Show presentation. Just click the link below to check out our image gallery that consists of 14 “live” pictures. -Continued

Tuesday

2007 Tokyo: Nissan GT-R Press Officially Released

After a series of leaks, time’s up for Nissan to officially unleash one of the most highly anticipated sports cars of the year, the GT-R. The heir of the famed Skyline GT-R range is based on a new platform and it is equipped with an all-new 3.8-litre twin turbo V6 “VR38” engine that produces 473 Hp (480 PS) at 6,400rpm and maximum torque of 433.6 lbs-ft (588Nm) from 3200 to 5200rpm. Power is transferred to all wheels via an all-new GR6-type dual clutch transmission, with paddle shifting and a Borg Warner six-plate dual clutch for direct control. -Check out the press release along with high-res photos after the jump









NISSAN ANNOUNCES NEW NISSAN GT-R

-New Dimensional Multi-Performance Supercar Available in Early December in Japan-

TOKYO (Oct. 24, 2007) - Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., today announced the launch of the Nissan GT-R, a new multi-dimensional performance machine that lives up to the concept of “an ultimate supercar enjoyable to anyone, anywhere, at anytime”. The 480PS twin-turbo GT-R features a newly developed Premium Midship package, including the world’s first independent transaxle 4WD developed independently by Nissan. GT-R will be available mainly through Nissan High Performance Centers nationwide in Japan on December 6th.

GT-R was developed with a new understanding and appreciation of the Earth’s natural forces – gravity, inertial force and aerodynamics – and translates those forces into a completely new design, maximizing tire grip and airflow.

Basic vehicle dynamics and integration with the driver have also been examined, resulting in new componentry and creating a Human-Machine Interface (HMI) never seen before in the marketplace. All of these theories have been integrated to balance “speed and efficiency,” “high-output with environmental mindfulness” and “high performance and safety.”

Taking these factors into account, Nissan created the all-new Nissan GT-R, which offers advanced high performance for secure and enjoyable driving free of climatic, road condition or driving technique limitations. GT-R offers ultimate performance for virtually every driving situation – whether it be the Nurburgring circuit, where GT-R holds a top-level vehicle lap record, to snow, rain or urban areas – all manageable by the GT-R driver through advanced technology and driving dynamics.

GT-R’s unique characteristics are instilled not just in the vehicle’s design, but also through a specialized production process. Carbon fiber, aluminum and steel components are assembled with a special high-precision process, which includes a series of vibration tests. Engines and transmissions are assembled in a “clean room” environment and upon completion, every GT-R undergoes a battery of comprehensive tests to ensure the proper operation of all vehicle components.

To properly support the all-new GT-R, Nissan has established special Nissan High Performance Centers in Japan, where all certified advisors and technicians have received extensive training. Total support for the GT-R owner is offered for the first three years of ownership, including measurement and adjustment of the engine, transmission and wheel alignment after the first 1000 km, and again every 12 months, free of charge.

Packaging and Driveline Suited for a Supercar

The all-new Nissan GT-R uses a Premium Midship package, an all-new platform which enables the use of the world’s first application of an independent transaxle 4WD system. The transaxle’s layout places the dual-clutch transmission, transfer case and final drive at the rear of the vehicle (instead of the usual front location), which enables vehicle weight to be evenly distributed throughout the car. This gives GT-R a superb front-to-rear weight balance, while enhancing leg and foot space and allowing for an optimal pedal layout.

Under the hood, GT-R features an all-new 3.8-litre twin turbo V6 “VR38” engine, featuring plasma-sprayed bores and a special twin-turbo exhaust manifold system. A secondary air management system enables the newly designed powerplant to provide approximately 40kg/m of torque during ordinary low-rev driving, which provides for an optimum air-fuel ratio for around-town efficiently and helps GT-R meet ultra-low emission vehicle (U-LEV) standards in Japan.

GT-R’s new engine produces 480PS (353kW) at 6400rpm and maximum torque of 60kg/m (588Nm) from 3200 to 5200rpm. Putting the power to the ground is an all-new GR6-type dual clutch transmission, with paddle shifting and a Borg Warner six-plate dual clutch for direct control.

Suspension duties are handled through a special Bilstein DampTronic system, which utilizes all pertinent vehicle information to provide appropriate damping forces for all situations and helps maintain a high level of control for straight-line driving, cornering, and braking.

Braking is essential for a daily-driven supercar and GT-R features large Brembo full-floating drilled rotors, low steel high stiffness brake pads and Brembo mono block six-piston front and four-piston rear calipers, which in combination minimize fade and provide stable braking. Run-flat tires, exclusively designed for use on GT-R, balance high grip and all-weather capabilities and a comfortable ride in all driving situations. The tires are designed to maintain their integrity for 80km of travel at 80 km/h and also provide a level of performance after a loss of pressure.

High-Performance Safety and Environmental Technologies

Standard safety equipment includes a pop-up engine hood, system for enhanced pedestrian safety, driver and front passenger SRS Air Bag System, front seat belts with tension reducer, front seat belts with load limiter, and three-point rear seat belts. Driver and front passenger SRS Side Air Bag System and SRS Curtain Air Bag System are also offered.

Environmental technologies include extensive work to create an U-LEV certification in Japan for the 3.8-liter twin turbo engine and reduced levels of volatile organic compound in the cockpit.

Functional Design – High Performance Aerodynamics and Style

GT-R’s styling follows the function over form theory. Every styling aspect, from the overall design to the smallest details, is created to maximize the vehicle’s driving experience – as well as suggesting GT-R’s “supercar” level of performance. Utilizing advanced aerodynamics, GT-R’s aggressive styling evokes the lines of a well-trained athlete, combining strong character lines with smooth and solid areas.

GT-R’s body is created with a combination of steel, carbon fiber and aluminum, providing a unique combination of stiffness and lightness. GT-R features a low coefficient of drag of 0.27 which enhances fuel efficiency, which is balanced with high levels of front and rear downforce, which provides GT-R with enhanced grip in all weather situations.

The front fenders express power and stability, while the “aero-blades” on the fenders’ leading edges provide optimum airflow around the tires and along the body. The scoop in the fenders’ trailing edges assist in providing front downforce and optimization of side airflow. The aggressive front end, with a large hood budge and single air intake, provides a sophisticated style as well as undisturbed airflow for power and cooling. New “super wide beam” headlights feature three additional sub-reflectors (compared to conventional lights) to give a wider spread to the illumination area.

GT-R’s large, four-passenger cabin features a sloping “aero blade canopy” roofline and curved C-pillar “sword edge,” which expresses the distinctive GT-R identity, as well as facilitating air flow around the rear of the vehicle. GT-R’s hallmark four-ring taillights, efficient rear spoiler and large, integrated φ120 exhaust tips, provides an appropriate rear view of GT-R, as well as optimizing airflow along the top and under the vehicle.

The high level of advanced technology is evident even in GT-R’s paint – which utilizes a “double clear coat” and “anti-chipping” process and is painstakingly hand-polished by craftsman. GT-R features Ultimate Silver as a special new color.

An Interior Suitable for Daily Driving or Supercar Duties

Key to GT-R’s usability as a both daily driver and a high-performance supercar is its interior, which is designed to balance functionality, safety and comfort.

Sculpted performance bucket seats give the driver and passenger a comfortable driving experience, and soft pads are utilized on the lower portion of the instrument panel and doors to give an extra level of comfort and safety.

The instrument panel surrounds the driver, with all meters and multi-function meter at a uniform height to minimize the driver’s head movement when traveling at high speeds. A large center-mounted tachometer, with gear display on its upper right, as well as the easy-to-read graphics of the display, gives the driver instant detailed information, essential for the performance nature of the GT-R

Functional style is also evident in GT-R – each meter features a dial plate design that evokes the idea of engaged gears, as well as a three-dimensional metal-like ring, suggesting the multi-dimensional performance of the GT-R. A large, metallic-framed center console features the ergonomically designed shift lever and a red “engine start” button.

Adjustability is central to the daily-driver nature of the GT-R, with a special “set-up switch” located in the center of the instrument panel. This switch enables the driver to adjust transmission shifts, shock absorbers and the Vehicle Dynamic Control in three settings – Normal, Comfort or R, the high-performance setting designed for the GT-R “supercar” application.

A high-speed, high-capacity CARWINGS navigation system is available in Japan, with a powerful 30GB hard disk drive, features an easy-to-use touch pad, as well as traditional navigation switches. The screen interface features not only the navigation system, but also an enriched entertainment system with a Music Box hard drive, DVD and CD player, and Bluetooth® audio function.

For special use in the GT-R application, the multi-function display also includes mechanical and driving information for safe high performance driving, including accelerator opening, brake pedal pressure, and steering angle. It also includes an “optimal gearshift map,” to encourage economical vehicle operation.

A specially designed BOSE sound system includes two forward-facing woofers in the rear center armrest area combined with traditional door speakers. All speakers are mounted in rigid aluminum die cast panels, which combined with the design of the system itself, provide sound quality suited for a supercar owner.

Main Specifications

Specifications

4WD

VR38DETT

GT-R / GT-R Black edition / GT-R Premium edition

•MODEL

Nissan CBA-R35

•TRANSMISSION TYPE

GR6 Dual Clutch Transmission

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•DIMENSIONS

Overall length

mm

4655

Overall width

mm

1895

Overall height

mm

1370

Interior dimensions (length x width x height)

mm

1750×1475×1095

Wheelbase

mm

2780

Tread Front / Back

mm

1590/1600

Min. ground clearance

mm

110

•WEIGHT/CAPACITY

Curb weight

kg

1740(*1)

Seating capacity

persons

4(2+2)

Gross Vehicle Weight

kg

1960(*1)

•PERFORMANCE

Min. turning radius (curb to curb)

m

5.7

Fuel consumption rate

10-15mode (MLIT screening value)

km/L

8.2

Main Emission Control System

Variable valve timing

•OTHERS

Drive system

4WD

Steering

Electronic controlled power-assist rack and pinion

Suspension Front/Back

Independent double wishbone suspension / Independent multi-link suspension

Braking System Front/Back

Ventilated brake disc / Ventilated brake disc

Tire Size Front/Back

255/40ZRF20 97Y / 285/35ZRF20 100Y




(*1)When SRS Curtain Airbag System, SRS Side Airbag System for Driver and Front Passenger is installed, curb weight is 1750kg, gross vehicle weight is 1970kg.
•The fuel consumption rate calculated under the given test conditions. The actual fuel consumption rate may differ depending on the condition of the weather, roads, vehicle, driving, maintenance, etc. it is driven under.
•The mode of fuel consumption rates indicated in this specification sheet are all 10-15 mode.

Engine Main Specifications Gear Ratio/ Final Drive Ratio

Model

VR38DETT

No. of cylinders, configuration

DOHC/V6

Cylinder bore x stroke

mm

95.5x88.4

Displacement

L

3.799

Compression ratio

9.0

Max. power output

kW(PS)/rpm

353(480)/6400

Max. torque

Nm(kgm)/rpm

588(60)/3200-5200

Fuel supply

NISSAN EGI (ECCS)
Electronic controlled fuel injection system

Recommended fuel/Fuel tank capacity

L

Unleaded premium gasoline/71

Transmission type

GR6 Dual Clutch Transmission

Engine

VR38DETT

Gear ratio

1st

4.056

Gear ratio

2nd

2.301

Gear ratio

3rd

1.595

Gear ratio

4th

1.248

Gear ratio

5th

1.001

Gear ratio

6th

0.796

Gear ratio

Reverse

3.383

Final drive ratio

3.700


Please use the fuel listed as the 'Recommended Fuel' for this vehicle. The use of other fuel types may lead to vehicle trouble or failure. Please note, any trouble or failure caused by the use of other fuel types, will not guaranteed free of charge.

•The engine power output values indicated in this catalog are all net power output values.
•Engine power output can be indicated as 'Net power output' or 'Gross power output'. 'Gross' values are estimations of power output of the engine alone. 'Net' values are estimations of when the engine is assembled onto the vehicle. For estimations of the same gasoline engines, 'Net' values are approximately 15% lower than 'Gross' values according to JAMA research.
•Please use unleaded premium gasoline for this vehicle. If unleaded premium gasoline is inaccessible, regular gasoline can also be used, although it may lead to engine power output reduction.
The unit conversion for converting conventional power output unit
「PS」 and unit for engine torque 「kgm」 to SI unit is as follows. The value is indicated only as and rounded off to the nearest whole number.
1PS=0.7355kW 1kgm=9.80665Nm