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2024 Nissan GT-R: Starting at $120,990

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The 2024 Nissan GT-R is being sold in limited quantities this spring at certain U.S. Nissan dealerships, starting at a Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of $120,990. The GT-R NISMO will be available for purchase this summer.

Enthusiasts of the iconic Nissan nameplate will be thrilled by the updated bodywork that improves downforce, the reintroduction of the T-spec® model, and the launch of heritage-inspired colors.

All grades of the 2024 Nissan GT-R have newly designed front and rear fascias, rear wings, and other body components that increase aerodynamic downforce, decrease drag, and provide confident, responsive handling. The GT-R NISMO features a new rear wing with a surface area that is almost 10% larger than before, supported by swan neck-style supports.

The GT-R maintains its unwavering commitment to driving excitement. To celebrate the updated exterior design of the GT-R, the T-spec special edition model returns and is being introduced for the first time with the GT-R’s updated exterior styling. The T-spec model provides a middle ground between the GT-R Premium (565 horsepower) and NISMO (600 horsepower2). The NISMO and T-spec models will be highly exclusive and produced in limited quantities.

The GT-R T-spec improves upon the already impressive base of the GT-R Premium with wider front fenders, NISMO carbon ceramic brakes, gold-painted RAYS® forged wheels, a dark Mori Green interior color, unique semi-aniline and suede interior upholstery, and other enhancements.

The T-spec model comes in two exclusive exterior colors that are sure to excite GT-R fans. The first is Millennium Jade, which pays tribute to one of the rarest GT-Rs ever made – the R34 GT-R V-Spec II Nür. The second T-spec-exclusive color is Midnight Purple, which is a contemporary interpretation of the Midnight Purple III color that became famous on the R34 GT-R V-Spec.

Furthermore, the GT-R NISMO now comes with a NISMO Appearance Package that includes exclusive RAYS® wheels with red accents, a unique clear coat applied to the carbon fiber hood, and an exclusive engine cover. For the first time, the GT-R NISMO also features a front limited-slip differential to enhance the driving experience.

Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Prices for the 2024 Nissan GT-R:

GT-R Premium	$120,990
GT-R T-spec	$140,990
GT-R NISMO	$220,990

May 17, 2023

Nissan announces details about new GT-R models

2020 Nissan 50th Anniversary Edition Nissan team announces details and pricing for 2020 Nissan GT-R, NISMO, 50^th Anniversary Edition. These ultimate performance machines go on sale on July 12 this year at selected US Nissan dealers with a starting price of $210,740. Let’s see a brief description, shall we?

2020 Nissan GT-R NISMO

2020 GT-R NISMO brings tons of new features on the table with its new race-proven turbochargers, improved gearbox shift control, lighter components, reduced overall weight and upgrades on the brakes and wheels. All these goodies are blended with a powerful 3.8-liter twin-turbo V6 that produces the massive 600hp and 481 lb-ft of torque.

Furthermore, each vehicle is handcrafted with its own takumi technician and features modified turbine shape and not that many blades. By doing so, engineers have managed to optimize the flow rate and enhance the engine response by 20 per cent without sacrificing horsepower.

2020 Nissan GT-R Track Edition

Based on previous year’s edition, new family member comes with the already popular engine of the 2019 predecessor model – a 565hp 3.6-liter V6 24-valve twin-turbocharged engine from the GT-R Premium grade. However, engineers have managed to make some tweaks here and there and now the renowned powertrain delivers the massive 600hp and 481lb-ft of torque.

In addition, GT-R Track Edition includes numerous more enhancements. Such are the additional adhesive bonding of the body structure, NISMO-tuned 4-wheel independent suspension, reduced overall weight and additional roll stiffness. There are also wide 20-inch NISMO forged wheels, carbon-fiber rear spoiler and NISMO-spec tires.

2020 Nissan GT-R Premium Edition

The Premium lineup includes a revised turbocharged tuning, burnished exhaust tips, new RAYS 20-inch forged aluminum wheel design, new headlight inner color and an exclusive “Hai Gray” premium interior with hand-stitched semi-aniline appointments. Furthermore, 2020 GT-R Premium is geared with a twin-turbo VR30DETT 3.8-liter V6 rated at 565hp and 476 lb-ft of torque. There’s also a Titanium exhaust system fitted with Active Noise Cancelation and Active Sound Enhancement technologies.

2020 Nissan GT-R 50^th Anniversary Edition

The exclusive new GT-R 50^th Anniversary Edition is available in three-heritage-era, two-tone exterior body finish. The exclusive artwork is created in order to represent GT-R’s liveries from the Japan GP series.

In terms of interior, the 50^th Anniversary Edition features an exclusive gray interior color scheme, which gives a sense of luxury. The cabin features unique steering wheel and shift knob trim, exclusive embossed seats with Alcantara headliner and unique stitching.

Source: Nissan

July 9, 2019

Nissan team announces further details for the 50th Anniversary GT-R

2020 Nissan 50th Anniversary GT-R Nissan team has confirmed additional details for the 50^th Anniversary Edition GT-R, which was unveiled at the 2019 New York International Auto Show.

The exclusive machine comes in a range of mere 50 units and will be available for purchase in August 2019.

As you might know, the retired R34 GT-R Bayside Blue makes a dramatic return as a 50^th Anniversary edition and features tons of contemporary goodies and neat marks that honor the anniversary. There are white racing stripes, a four-coat, double-heat treatment process that results on vivid blue finish with neat highlights and deep shadows. All the European models will be sold in this Bayside Blue finish.

2020 Nissan 50th Anniversary GT-R

In order to finish the neat exterior design, Nissan adds exlusive 20-spoke 20-inch alloys with blue accents and “50^th Anniversary Edition” badges. Sweet!

Furthermore, based on the Prestige grade, the 50^th Anniversary comes with Prestige grey leather interior with gray leather steering wheel and gear lever, seat embossing and Alcantara headliner with stitching and Alcantara-wrapped sun visors.

In fact, along with the sexy new edition, Nissan announces that 370Z 50^th is also on sale – with a starting price of £38,995, the remaining 22 examples are searching for their new owner!

2020 Nissan 50th Anniversary GT-R

Source: Nissan

July 1, 2019

Startling Mercedes-AMG GT R rivals Porsche 911 with its 655HP

Alpha-N Performance delivers comprehensive tuning for the sports-car

It is always great to see when a tuning specialist brings out the true potential of a machine so powerful like the Mercedes-AMG GT R. And did you know that with the production of this car, the super-luxury car automaker has aimed at models like the Porsche 911? Well, Mercedes did not keep this in secret, instead released great variants of the GT one-after another.

The Mercedes-AMG GT was launched in early 2015, when it showed-off with its twin-turbocharged 4.0 litre V8 unit capable of 462 hp. The GT S that was released simultaneously was given a little but greater force: 510 hp. But at the top of the range stands the radical GT R, which debuted this June at the Goodwood Festival of Speed. Ready or not, it will bring you the experience of 585 hp or exactly 75 more horses than the ultimate rival: the Porsche 911 Turbo S.

I have just felt how envious Porsche fans became and unfortunately (for them) I have the information that the tuning specialist at Alpha-N Performance managed to extract from the bi-turbo V8 unit even more force.

Alpha-N Performance Mercedes-AMG GT R engine

To achieve this, they have developed a two-stage power increase program, which featured the Alpha-N EVOX Tuning kit. Lo and behold, the Mercedes-AMG GT R delivers with ease the 655 hp and 790 Nm. To round out everything nicely, the tuning experts added a set of distinctive OZ Racing Ultraleggera HLT alloys, sized at 20-inches, and perfectly complementing the matt white foil wrap.

How cool is that?

Source: Alpha-N Performance GmbH

August 22, 2016

Mercedes-AMG strikes again: 2018 GT R revealed!

2018 Mercedes-AMG GT R So, what do we have here? A premium automobile brand, a premium tuner brand and a street-legal masterpiece: definitely the new AMG GT R is one hell-of-a vehicle. Distinctive and beautiful, the car has a lot to show. And without any further stalling, let’s see what we are dealing with.

Exterior design

We all know that this is a Mercedes-Benz vehicle and we all know how stylish these cars are. Of course, this one is no exception: we have a low-slung front section, forward-inclined radiator grille that somehow makes a “shark-nose” expression. In fact, the front fascia proudly demonstrates a new jet-wing design that enhances the feeling of massiveness and width.

Spending countless hours in a wind tunnel, the new Mercedes-AMG comes with sleek and aerodynamic profile with elegant lines and overall aggressive appearance.

2018 Mercedes-AMG GT R

Furthermore, the front fenders not only contribute to the overall beautiful expression, but also reduce weight: made of light carbon-fiber, these bad boys add a total of 1.8 inches to the width. The side view also benefits from new AMG Performance forged wheels in matte black. Of course, we do see the brake calipers, painted in yellow. Apparently, the sporty spirit is present and within the side view. And provided that the vehicle comes with high-grade carbon roof, we tend to believe that this is by far the most sporty-oriented Mercedes-AMG machine created so far.

2018 Mercedes-AMG GT R

And last, but not least, the rear end also has some stuff to show: new aluminum side walls that widen the rear with a total of 2.2 inches, which also improves the airflow and leaves space for additional dissipation of the heat generated by the rear silencer. So, what we do have as a result: aerodynamic shape that increases the surface contact and an enhanced drivability blended with striking beautiful and sporty design. Cool, right?

Interior styling

2018 Mercedes-AMG GT R

The cabin is also heavily inspired by the world of motorsport. Buyers will be pleased to know that the car is geared with AMG Performance Seats with Nappa leather and DINAMICA microfiber components. Also, the wide-looking dashboard looks functional and somehow reminds of an aviation design theme. There are four central spotlight-style vents and concave-shaped door paneling with dynamic central console. Surely the AMG GT-R offers some neat sporty experience, thanks to the driver-focused cabin and all of these small sporty details that make a huge difference.

Drivetrain and performance

2018 Mercedes-AMG GT R

Led by the idea of less is more, the AMG team managed to reduce the overall weight and therefore enhance the agility and versatility of the vehicle. Mercedes-AMG engineers used numerous aluminum alloy components for the body and chassis, some steel for the trunk and magnesium for the front deck.

The suspension system was also fine-tuned and systematically designed for racetrack use. Wishbones, steering kunckles and hub carriers on the front and rear axle were created entirely of forged aluminum, while the high camber and the toe-in stability contributes in high cornering speeds and at the same time offers optimum feel for the road when driving with full force.

Also present is the high-performance composite brake system that ensures precise deceleration and high fade-resistance with internally ventilated and perforated 15.4-inch diameter brake discs.

And most importantly: what does the engine offer? Well, the GT R comes with a handcrafted AMG power unit with 4.0 liters of fuel capacity, offering the titanic 577hp (430kW) and peak torque of 516 lb-ft between 1,900 and 5,500 rpm.

The engine has undergone some special tweaks and fine-tunes and comes with modified compressor machining, smaller wastegate aneroid capsule and sharpened engine mapping. The V8 Biturbo engine also features twin-scroll turbochargers, mounted on the outside of the cylinder banks. This contributes to a compact engine design, better response and better CO2 emission rates.

This unit is paired to a seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox with modified hardware and software for longer ratio for the first gear and longer ratio for the final ones.

So, do you like it? We are more than excited about the new Mercedes-AMG creation. Write down what you think in the comment section!

Source: Mercedes-AMG

June 27, 2016

A GT-R sports car versus a GT-R drone: how and why!?

2016 Nissan GT-R Drone

Nissan showcases the GT-R Drone: the fastest accelerating First Person View racing drone in the world. Or, at least, it is expected to be.

This gadget was created to be able to keep up with the 2017 Nissan GT-R, while filming on the racetrack and features some of the latest and greatest technologies. It was custom designed by World Drone Prix Champions, Tornado XBlades Racing and uses special race configuration that lets it reach 100 km/h (62mph) in mere 1.3 seconds. Impressive, right?

2016 Nissan GT-R Drone

And in order to prove itself worthy, the agile drone was challenged on the Silverstone circuit. Both the GT-R Drone and GT-R sportscar showed their best and surely entertained the audience. And when you think about it, it’s not an everyday sight: there’s a 3.8-liter 24-valve V6 beast that is especially created to dominate the most challenging race tracks around the globe and then there is this sweet drone thing that tries to catch on.

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What the audience witnessed was an epic race and a battle for speed, acceleration and agility. We let you see the event for yourself and see how it ended.

2016 Nissan GT-R Drone

And in case you are interested in Nissan brand and Goodwood festival, let us remind you that both machines will be on display at the festival this week. Enjoy!

2016 Nissan GT-R Drone

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Source: Nissan

June 24, 2016

Meet Nissan’s unsung hero! Paul Eanes and his experience with Nissan!

Paul Eames is a legend. And there are legends about him. There is a guy who claims that he saw how Eames has once eaten a whole Versa Note for breakfast. Other fellows tell the tale of how he uses his GT-R chassis for bed. Truth or not, one is known for sure: Paul Eames is Nissan’s very own tame racing driver and as many car fans will tell you, his identity has been kept secret for a long time.

Paul has played key role in the driving team. He makes sure that every new Nissan vehicle can handle the road and can tackle down all the challenges it is created for. Also, as one of only four expert drivers outside Japan, Paul completes numerous laps of the brand’s various test tracks all around the globe.

And with his 20 years of experience at Nissan, Paul knows exactly whether a vehicle is optimized, fine tuned or not. What is special about this guy is that he can be both experienced engineer and driver and a customer at the same time. This allows him to know what people do want and what he can do to deliver it.

In fact, Paul’s job is not to break his own records and lap times. Yes, he is good at doing it, but what is expected of him is to replicate how Nissan customers will actually drive their vehicles in the real world. And by travelling all around the world and trying out numerous new machines, Paul serves one mission: to deliver the finest vehicles to brand’s customers.

Source: Nissan

May 26, 2016

2017 Nissan GT-R debuted at the West Coast Public Premiere

2017 Nissan GT-R, with a fresh and appealing look, along with some major drivetrain refinements, made its debut at the West Coast Public Premiere on Saturday, May 14 at the 2016 Z-Bash.

Held this year at the Angel Stadium parking lot in Anaheim, California, the Z-Bash promises to be one of the biggest gatherings and Nissan event to include numerous vehicles. This year’s event even included Datsun 510s and Datsun Radsters, Z cars and GT-Rs of all ages and modifications.

Also making its West Coast debut is the all-new TITAN XD 5.6-liter Endurance V8 gasoline model that delivers the stunning 390hp (291kW) and 401 lb-ft of torque. This new power unit joins the current TITAN XD Cummins 5.0-liter V8 Turbo Diesel model and both with TITAN XD make great tow vehicles for Datsun, Nissan or NISMO race enthusiast.

2017 Nissan GT-R and TITAN XD are part of Nissan’s DNA Garage live event tour that will also include tops at Nissan JAM on Sunday, June 12th, the Rolex Monterey Motorsports Reunion between Aug. 18-21 and the 12th annual Japanese Classic Car Show, held on September, 24.

Getting more and more confident, Nissan team surely deserves some attention. Just like the latest 2017 GT-R.

Source: Nissan

May 15, 2016

Guinness Says Nissan GT-R NISMO is the Fastest Drift Car

Nissan GT-R NISMO Side View Two days ago Nissan announced that the GT-R NISMO is about to make a brand new world record. Now, the Japanese company is absolutely ready to release the full details about the achievement. It has been officially revealed that the GT-R NISMO will be registered in the Guinness Book of Records with its fastest ever recorded drif! What’s only unfortunate is that we don’t have a video to show how the record was achieved.

The first thing we have to say about it is that the drift wasn’t done with a regular GT-R NISMO but with a specially-tuned GT-R from the 2016 model year, which was developed with the support and coordination of NISMO specialists. The company said that the car used for the stunt was uprated to 1,380 horsepower (1,105 kW). In addition, its entire power was adapted so it goes to the rear wheels. Before the special record event, the car was tested at Japan’s Fuji Speedway facility. Helping Nissan and NISMO was GReddy Trust.

Nissan GT-R NISMO front View

The second important detail here is that the car was driven by Masato Kawabata, who is the Japanese drift champion and title holder for the Japanese drifting series. Kawabata managed to drift at a speed of 189.49 miles per hour or 304.96 kilometers per hour and 30 degrees angle. Everything was performed during a special event at Fujairah International Airport, UAE.

There were also comments from the managing director of Nissan Middle East, Samir Cherfan, who said that thanks to this Guinness World Records title Nissan made international history for the fifth time in the Middle East. He then added that the “Nissan GT-R is one of the world’s most iconic supercars, proving time and again the incredible breadth of its capabilities, and has clearly demonstrated its performance leadership by beating the best drift cars out there”.

We only hope to get our hands on the footage soon. Stay tuned!

Source: Nissan

April 7, 2016

New World Record for the Nissan GT-R NISMO? [w/video]

Nissan GT-R NISMO Teaser Nissan GT-R NISNMO has a mission and it is to come at you in full force! The Japanese company has just released a teaser video which suggests that the GT-R NISMO is about to make the unthinkable and set a brand new world record. The “anticipation got us glued to our screens” and we immediately watched the video, and I urge you to do the same.

There are not so many details released so far, but we are definitely looking forward to know more. Nissan also assured us that new facts are to come very soon. Another details that gives a hint about the world record, is that the video you can watch below was actually released at first by Nissan Middle East and this means that the record will be probably achieved there.

From the video we can also tell that the GT-R Nismo appears to look a little bit different. After all, it would be unthinkable to have a brand new GT-R and not to modify the GT-R NISMO. What we can spot from the 16 seconds footage is the new shifter and the larger intercooler as well as the improved front.

2017 Nissan GT-R was unveiled in the end of March at the New York Auto Show. The most awaited car at the event caused a major excitement during its global reveal. Not only does the GT-R look better, but it also features more expressive interior as well as better driving performance characteristics. So we are looking forward to see what the NISMO variant would look like.

One thing we know for sure: it will feature a lot of carbon fiber and will develop far more than the previous-generation’s 600 horsepower. Stay tuned for the next exclusive news by Nissan. We’ll keep you posted.

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Video Source: YouTube

Source: Nissan

April 5, 2016

2017 Nissan GT-R Breaks Cover at the New York Auto Show [w/videos]

2017 Nissan GT-R Exterior View 2017 Nissan GT-R has been just unveiled at the New York International Auto Show. This is probably the most awaited car at the event this year and it caused a major excitement during its global reveal. Not only does the GT-R look better, but it also features more expressive interior as well as better driving performance characteristics. What is more, there are some new extra key features that are making the car even more wanted than before. Here are the details.

The Changes of the Exterior

The front of the MY17 GT-R is entirely changed. As you can see, the most emphasis of the design has been put on the new chrome matte finish “V-motion” grille, which previews one of Nissan’s latest design signatures. From the grille flows the new bonnet, reinforced and more stable. The front spoiler lip and front bumper have been updated too for more aggressive appearance.

At the sides the changes made to the side sills give them a little bit pushed out characteristic to help improve the air flow. On the other hand the rear features new bodywork, which also helps improve the air flow. There are also new side air vents next to the quad exit exhaust pipes.

The changes made on the outside contribute for sportier looks, but they also make the GT-R more aerodynamically efficient with less drag but with the same downforce. Furthermore, there are fresh exterior paint schemes for the new model year GT-R, including the “Katsura Orange” (depicted here).

The Interior Design

2017 Nissan GT-R Interior View

Cabin’s premium interior benefits from entirely new dashboard and instrument panel that are wrapped in the best leather on the market, stitched with TAKUMI precision. From what we can see, we can tell that the dash has been simplified but improved. It integrates navigation and audio controls and bigger 8-inch touchscreen monitor. The centre console has been made from carbon-fibre. The paddle shifts are mounted to the steering wheel, which has new design too.

A detail is that the interior of the Prestige Edition features high quality leather and offers four different options: the newly added Tan, as well as Red, Ivory and all over Black.

Updates for the Engine

2017 Nissan GT-R Rear View

The new GT-R is powered by the 3.8-litre 24-valve twin-turbocharged V6 engine. It produces 570 PS (419 kW) at 6,800 rpm and 637 Nm (470 lb-ft) of torque. In other words this means an improved output compared to the previous generation. The powertrain is mated to a refined 6-speed dual-clutch transmission that features smoother shifts and less noise. That familiar GT-R tone also has been “touched” with an engine that has never sounded better. This is due to the addition of the new titanium exhaust and Active Sound Enhancement (ASE).

Running on “sticky” 20 inch tires wrapped around “Y-spoke” machine-finished forged alloys, the GT-R will offer smoother ride quality and one of your best driving experiences ever! 2017 Nissan GT-R will be available this summer, with the famous Recaro Edition soon to be officially announced.

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2017 Nissan GT-R Engine Specifications:
Designation	VR38DETT
Cam / Configuration	DOHC
Cylinders / Configuration	V6
Displacement (Liters)	3.8
Horsepower	565 @ 6,800 RPM
Torque	467 lb.-ft. @ 3,300-5,800 RPM

Dimensions:
Overall length	4,710 mm / 185.4 in.
Overall width (without door mirrors)	1,895 mm / 74.6 in.
Overall height	1,370 mm / 53.9 in.
Wheelbase	2,780 mm / 109.4 in.

Video Source: YouTube

Source: Nissan

March 24, 2016

Nissan GT-R NISMO N-Attack Supported by STILLEN Makes Record at Nürburgring [VIDEO]

Nissan GT-R NISMO N-Attack Side View As you might have heard #2015SEMA is happening in Las Vegas at the moment. The event will carry on until tomorrow, so if you happen to be there go and visit it. I promise you won’t be sorry. One of the reasons for going there, especially if you are car-fanatic, is the presence of the special Nissan GT-R NISMO N Attack Package. I have already spoken about it, but the surprise here is that this car is equipped with a variety of dedicated optional parts for the GT-R all made by STILLEN.

The special pack comprises of unique and dedicated parts that were developed through the time attack project at Nürburgring in Germany. There, the Nissan GT-R NISMO recorded a time of 7 minutes 8.679 seconds, which is the fastest recorded time for a volume production vehicle. Everything was taped and you can watch the GT-R Time Attack making the record in the video below.

Nissan GT-R NISMO N-Attack Wing

So, basically, the NISMO N Attack Package was developed specifically to achieve maximum speed. Its aerodynamics is better due to the necessity for superior down-force. In addition, the suspension was improved even further so it can handle the punishing road surface full of undulations and turbulent fluctuations. The car also includes full bucket seats that are necessary for maintaining the best driving position.

And if you have a GT-R already, then you should not wait any longer, but contact STILLEN. The company is official installer and certified sales agency of these parts. And let me tell you a secret: in order to receive the certification for NISMO N Attack Package, STILLEN was trained at the NISMO Omori Factory in Japan. There, its specialists were taught all the techniques required for special assembly processes, servicing and maintenance for each N Attack Package.

Make sure to check out the videos below:

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Video Source: YouTube

Source: Nissan

November 5, 2015

Tag: GT-R

2020 Nissan GT-R NISMO

2020 Nissan GT-R Track Edition

2020 Nissan GT-R Premium Edition

2020 Nissan GT-R 50th Anniversary Edition

Alpha-N Performance delivers comprehensive tuning for the sports-car

Exterior design

Interior styling

Drivetrain and performance

The Changes of the Exterior

The Interior Design

Updates for the Engine

2020 Nissan GT-R 50^th Anniversary Edition