Nissan GT-R – Page 2 – Automobiles Review

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.

httpv://youtu.be/VcwGmI3mUTs

httpv://youtu.be/7J8S-BC3Oi8

httpv://youtu.be/NjkfOY5vNXM

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:

httpv://youtu.be/t1wsRC0zE7g

httpv://youtu.be/sNAT_c3CLHw

Video Source: YouTube

Source: Nissan

November 5, 2015

Nissan GT-R NISMO N-Attack Package Debuts at SEMA Show

2016 Nissan GT-R NISMO N-Attack Package has just been announced as one of the ultimately special cars that will be featured at Nissan’s stand at the SEMA Show in November. The upper South Hall Booth with number 30024 will also feature three 2016 Nissan TITAN XD, Cummins project announcement and various NISMO parts.

The Titans

The event in Las Vegas will preview two of the TITAN XD models, which will be outfitted Genuine Nissan Official Accessories. Precisely, they will include key components from a new, 50-plus piece accessory lineup. In addition, truck’s integrated gooseneck hitch will be hooked up to a trailer carrying a unique Cummins Project TITAN XD. The official reveal will happen at a press conference on November 3.

The third TITAN XD has been made in collaboration with SEMA and it is a result of a record-breaking “measuring session” held in April. The vehicle is based on the PRO-4X model, and from September it has been undergoing extensive modification by SEMA members. If you visit the show, then you will find it at the SEMA display area in the Grand Lobby.

The GT-R

2016 Nissan GT-R NISMO N-Attack Package Front View

There is no second thought that the GT-R is one of the most exclusive, wanted and special cars that exist. And it isn’t a secret that it wouldn’t be a true SEMA Show without a Nissan GT-R. We are very pleased to reveal that the company is going to premiere the 2016 GT-R NISMO N-Attack Package, which has been developed by Nissan Motorsports International.

Precisely, the pack comprises of parts developed through the time attack project at Nürburgring in Germany. The race track is the place where the Nissan GT-R NISMO recorded the fastest-ever lap time for a volume production vehicle. Furthermore, in the United States STILLEN was chosen by NISMO as the official installer and certified sales agent for the package. There is no other words disclosed about the special car, but we are sure that Nissan will soon release more information on the project.

Source: Nissan

October 23, 2015

Nissan Juke-R by Comes Refreshed With Numerous Upgrades

Nissan Juke-R is the vehicle, that changed the rules back in 2011. Why? Because this is the first Crossover supercar. How cool is that? Nissan brand has made the Juke beast with much influence by the Nissan GT-R model. In fact, the engine and some other gadgets are the same as in the GT-R. And now, after four years, the Nissan Juke-R received numerous upgrades and tweaks, that make the vehicle even better and even more interesting.

nissan juke-r

As you know, the Juke R was unveiled at the Goodwood Festival of Speed yesterday (25 June) and later it will be displayed at many more shows, including the Supercar Paddock. And when we talk about Goodwood Festival, the visitors will witness the vehicle in action up the famous hill with Jann Mardenborough behind the wheel. As you know, Mike graduated Nissan GT Academy and is a Le Mans 24 Hours driver.

Nissan Juke-R and what it has to offer

The Nissan Juke-R which is a sort of upgraded version of the 2014 Juke, comes with some design and technology updates, that make in a really tasty piece of wonderfulness. The Nissan Juke-R now is capable of producing 600 hp (440kW) and all the exterior changes make it look bigger, more muscular and more confident.

Something more. The Nissan Juke-R arrives just in time to celebrate Juke’s fifth birthday. As you might know, the Juke is one of Europe’s most loved crossover vehicles. With the 600, 000 since its launch in 2010, the vehicle really makes Nissan brand one of the best crossover makers in the world. In fact, not only the vehicle, but the brand itself proved to be one of the best in the motorsport industry ever since it was created. You know, there are some brands and some people, who know what quality mans and how it is achieved. Nissan is one of them.

nissan juke-r

Source: Nissan

June 26, 2015

Nissan Proudly Returns on Le Mans Race With Three GT-R NISMO Models

It is finally here! The moment has arrived! On June 13, at 9 a.m. there will be three Nissan GT-R LM NISMO models, that will start the world’s toughest race, which will also mark Nissan’s return on Le Mans 24 Hours race.

The three machines, that received some radical upgrades, will compete with international team of drivers from Formula One, sportscar racing and Nissan’s GT Academy.

httpv://youtu.be/rRhUt0U6dXY

Max Chilton (GB), who is an ex-F1 star, GT Academy winner and GP3 racer Jann Mardenborough (GB} and the sportrscar legend Oliver Pla (FRA) will tame the #23 beast.

In car #22 will compete the longest-standing NISMO racer of them all, Michael Krumm (GER) himself, side by side with Le Mans winner Harry Tincknell (GB) and Nissan GT ace Alex Buncombe (GB)

And now, the special part. Nissan NISMO #21 was given a special livery to celebrate the Nissan R90CK, that dominated the Le Mans track 25 years ago. The number 21 vehicle comes with red, white and blue finish, so that it honors its predecessor. Now, for 2015 le Mans race, #21 will be driven by the current Super GT Champion Tsugio Matsuda (JAP), the first GT Academy winner and Super GT500 racer Lucas Ordonez (ESP) and the first winner of GT Academy Russia, Mark Shulzhitskiy (RUS).

httpv://youtu.be/UbfNSq7kKDk

The tree Nissan GT-R LM NISMOs will get back on the track on Wednesday, June 10 for a practice session. The qualifying for the race itself starts on Wednesday and Thursday.

As you know, Nissan-powered machines has taken the LM P2 class victory numerous ways in the last year, which makes it no surprice, that the NISMO-tweaked Nissan VK45DE V8 engine will be still choice number one for LM P2 engineer and race teams. Now the 2015 Le Mans 24-hours race will meet the three Nissan vehicles with V6 twin-turbo engines, and a 30 per cent grid at Le Mans, powered by Nissan.

Stay tuned for further information.

httpv://youtu.be/Gq8I0_wygpI

httpv://youtu.be/FFvyKgokSYs

Source: Nissan

June 5, 2015

Have You Seen the R90CK livery for Nissan GT-R LM NISMO Competing at the Le Mans? [VIDEO]

Nissan has just revealed its car for the Le Mans series, the GT-R NISMO which will carry the No.21 and a very special livery. The latter is inspired by the iconic R90CK model, which 25 years ago ensured a pole position for Nissan with its stunning 3:27.020 lap of the Le Mans circuit. Behind the steering wheel was Mark Blundell.

Now, the No.21 Nissan GT-R LM NISMO will be the third LM P1 car that will be raced by current Super GT Champion Tsugio Matsuda and two winners of GT Academy, Lucas Ordonez and Mark Shulzhitskiy.

In addition, the No.24 Nissan R90CK, which will appear at Le Mans in a special parade in order to celebrate anniversary of the emblematic lap. Well, the 1100 hp car may not achieve the 366 km/h (227 mph) speed as it did in 1990 but it will most certainly attract everyone’s admirations.

On Sunday is the official Le Mans test day, when the three Nissan GT-R LM NISMOs will be on track. This means that for the trio it will be the first time on the track and the first time running along with all of the other Le Mans entrants.

Ten laps are mandatory runs during the test day. And during testing, rookies will all drive a Ginetta-Nissan LM P3 car that will be taking part in the test. Once they finish with the laps, the car will be handed to Nick McMillen, who is 2013 GT Academy USA winner. The second LMP3 car will also be on track with Olympic gold medalist Sir Chris Hoy.

Don’t forget to check out the video below, which shows the building of the GT-R Nismo timelapse and how the livery reveal.

httpv://youtu.be/nwE8ULfD3YY

Video Source: YouTube

Source: Nissan

May 29, 2015

Godzilla is Back: Meet Prior-Design’s 720HP Nissan GT-R

Nissan GT-R is undoubtedly on of the best sports cars on the planet. I sincerely think that there isn’t a car enthusiast who would not want to drive this emblematic vehicle. And it is always a pleasure when we see some good GT-R conversions. Remember the Liberty Walk Nissan GTR, for instance?

Well, this time the tuner is Prior-Design and it has given this Nissan a Widebody Godzilla aero kit. The most important thing that it has done for the GT-R is that it has lowered its weight, thus giving it the capability of faster acceleration.

PD750 Body Kit

The aerodynamic PD750 body kit comprises of several carbon fiber parts that has been added to the car. The first one is the new front bumper, which features large intakes for the uprated intercoolers and brakes.

The second one is the front lip spoiler, and the others are the side skirts and a three-piece rear underbody diffuser with vertical fins. The fins actually channel the out-going airflow in order to minimize the drag. As an option, the company is also offering an eight-piece wheel arch extension kit.

Drivetrain

The aggressive look of the Godzilla is complemented by the uprated engine. The 3.8-liter V6 unit driving the four wheels now produces 720 hp (529 kW) and 820 Nm (605 lb-ft) of torque. In addition, the new in-house made steel sport exhaust features a pair of 200-cell free-flow catalytic converters and a flap control. When entirely open, the latter emits powerful sound.

Wheels & Suspension

Prior-Design has ensured that the GT-R receives the best, so they given it a KW Variant 3 coil-over suspension system. Thanks to it, car’s ride height can be adjusted. There is also an added bounce and rebound control, which assists in the effective use of the extra power.

At last, the Nissan rides on new alloys which measure 10.5 and 13.0×21-inches at the front and rear, respectively. They provide huge mechanical grip and look spectacular.

Source: Prior-Design

May 25, 2015

Nissan NISMO Team Continues Preparation for Le Mans Challenge [VIDEO]

Nissan NISMO completed the three-day two-car tests in NCM Motorsports Park in Kentucky. now, Nissan team is ready for the final preparation before the le Mans 24-Hours race, that will take place next month. The team focused to complete longer distances with the GT-R LM NISMO’s pair and to create even better performance and confidence on the road.

httpv://youtu.be/Gq8I0_wygpI

The full Nissan team of drivers attended the test and there was even Harry Tincknell, who just arrived from his LM P2 Victory at the Spa round of Fia World Endurance. Now, as the whole team has gathered, there was a decision taken about the driving line-ups. And here they are, as follows:

#23 – Max Chilton (GB), Jann Mardenborough (GB), Olivier Pla (FRA)
#22 – Alex Buncombe (GB), Michael Krumm (GER), Harry Tincknell (GB)
#21 (Le Mans only) – Tsugio Matsuda (JAP), Lucas Ordonez (ESP), Mark Shulzhitskiy (RUS)

The Russian racer Mark Shulzhitskiy joined the LM P1 team and now he had his first try in the GT-R LM recently. He is famous for winning GT Academy Russia in 2012 and since then, the raced in GT3 and LM P2 and made his Le Mans debut in 2014.

httpv://youtu.be/FFvyKgokSYs

Nissan NISMO team is now at the Indianapolis base to finish the tweaks of the sports car, before heading to the UK base to finish the final preparations for the Le Mans challenge.

Source: Nissan

May 15, 2015

Nissan Team Reveals Specs for the GT-R LM NISMO

Nissan‘s latest sport car, that will be competing in the Le Mans 24-hour race was created by a team of precisely selected professionals and experts from different countries from Japan, USA and Europe. The different here is, that unlike other LM P1 vehicles, the GT-R LM NISMO‘s 3.0-Liter twin-turbo engine V6 gas engine is placed in front the of the FWD-drive car. Here, we offer you further information about the Nissan GT-R LM NISMO specs:

The engine is a 3.0-Liter, 60 degree V6 direct injection gasoline turbo Nissan VRX 30A NISMO, that works in harmony with the 5-speed sequential gearbox with pneumatic paddle shift system. Tilton 3-plate carbon clutch assembly is also included. The chassis is a FIA Homolograted and weights exactly 870kg. The vehicle is right-hand positioned.Furthermore, the body panels are especially crafted with carbon-fiber-composite elements. Additional polycarbonate windscreen and wind tunnel bring incredible high efficiency bodywork design with adjustable rear wing. In addition to the bodywork, Ohlins multi-adjustable front dampers are included, as well as Penske adjustable rear dampers, enforced with 6-position front and 4-position rear calipers. There is also driver-adjustable brake bias.

The incredible vehicle is further geared with BBS centre-lock, magnesium forged 18″x 13″ front and 16″x9′ rear. The ride comes with Michelin 31/71-18 front and 20/71-16 rear radialsFrom technological and electrical aspect, the sport car comes with Cosworth engine control unit, that includes: Engine control, gearbox control, drive adjustable traction control, anti-lag system control, lift-and-coast fuel conservation and other.

We will continue to bring you news about Nissan and especially the GT-R LM NISMO, so stay with us.

Source: Nissan

May 15, 2015

Nissan Celebrates GT-R with Gold Edition

The first GT-R introduced with gold exterior was this of Usain Bolt. It obviously became very trendy since the brand will even produce it. We are talking about the 2016 Nissan GT-R 45th Anniversary Gold Edition which comes to praise the heritage of this particular model. It is based on the Premium trim level and its gold characteristics do not end with the exterior paint. But before continuing with them, we must also say that this special color, called “Silica Brass” was used for the R34 Type or the Skyline GT-R M-Spec.

The designers added a special gold-tone VIN plate under the hood and in the vicinity of the engine, as well as a plaque on the center console in the interior. In addition, there is some really good news regarding the powertrain. It is now capable of additional 50 horsepower added to its already generous 550 hp.

This means that the VR38DETT 3.8-liter twin turbo V6 unit now produces a total of 600 hp (441 kW) thanks to additional fine tuning. There are also 24 Nm added to the torque, resulting in the spectacular 656 Nm (484 kW).

At last, we must also mention these premium wheels on which the car runs. Painted in nearly black as a contrast, they have 20-spoke design. The alloys are shod with Dunlop performance run-flat tires that measure 255/40ZRF20 up front and 285/35ZRF20 at the rear.

Only 30 examples of this special edition will be produced and they are all going to the United States.

Source: Nissan

March 17, 2015

Nissan GT-R LM NISMO is Like No Other Le Mans Car [VIDEO]

The first glimpse of race-ready Nissan GT-R LM NISMO happened during Super Bowl XLIX. For those who missed it below is a bunch of pictures displaying the racer as well as the commercial video which was aired last night. Last year’s Super Bowl was the most watched television programme in the US with over 110 million viewers. Therefore the 2015 game was the best opportunity for Nissan’s “With Dad” ad to air for the first time, revealing the much-anticipated GT-R LM NISMO.

Nissan says that the LM P1 racing car is so innovative that it is like no other Le Mans car. The Japanese manufacturer has interpreted the sport’s technical regulations in an innovative way. If you ask how – it has produced a front-engined, front wheel drive car that is driven by a V6 3-litre twin turbo petrol engine and has a kinetic energy recovery system.

As you have probably figured it out, the new car will contest the LM P1 class of the FIA World Endurance Championship. This is the highest category in world sports car racing. The racing season begins on 12^th of April at Silverstone, UK. The series then will travel around the world to Spa in Belgium, onto the Le Mans 24 Hours and Germany’s Nurburgring.

The spotlight in this car falls on energy efficiency. With more technical freedom the LM P1 engineers had the opportunity to innovate. The intensive test programme began in Arizona last year and continues this week at the Circuit of the Americas in Texas.

Nissan GT-R LM NISMO is the ultimate Nissan GT-R and expresses innovation that excites. What does this mean? We have already mentioned that the there is a V6 3-litre twin turbo petrol engine which sits in the front of the front-wheel-drive car, while the hybrid power is harvested from the front driveline to support acceleration.

In horsepower this translates in around 1250 hp (919 kW) with 550 hp (404 kW) from the petrol engine and around 700 hp (515 kW) from hybrid power. The engine produces a large amount of power – utilizing the allotted fuel flow limit (one of the new regulations at Le Mans).

In addition to that Nissan is using a kinetic energy recovery system (ERS). The car is a mass, travelling at velocity and as it slows down for the upcoming corner it harvests that kinetic energy. Then, the stored energy is deployed to accelerate the car out of the corner and because the energy recovery system can release the stored energy very quickly it makes it very powerful.

httpv://youtu.be/Bd1qCi5nSKw

Video Source: YouTube

Source: Nissan

February 2, 2015

2015 Nissan GT-R Gets Track Edition and Goes on Sale in Japan

2015 Nissan GT-R goes on sale in Japan and gets some updates for the new model year. The car now has been refined in terms of chassis; it is quieter and more luxurious than before. There is new trim level offered, called Track Edition and it was engineered by NISMO. Yesterday we revealed the exclusive GT-R 45th Anniversary Limited Edition which will be produced in only 45 units and will be exclusively distributed in Japan only. 45th Anniversary features a special paint color called “Silica Brass” and is offered with the Premium Edition trim level (picture above).

Among the modifications are the improvements to the car’s driving comfort. The engineers have dramatically improved car’s ride quality, keeping its handling at its best. Also, noise and vibration have been reduced to additionally make better the environment inside the GT-R.

In terms of suspension, damper rates of the shock absorbers and the ECU setting have been updated to improve cornering stability. Same modifications reduce the amount of steering and add further sense of security.

The material and the inner structure of the tires have been improved. This also influences in a positive way the ride quality and driver confidence. Next, the shim structure between braking feel from initial activation was improved as well as better overall braking control. The brake noise was also reduced.

Steering Dynamic Damper has been optimized, the engine and transmission management systems have been retuned, and the material for the trunk carpet has been changed to improve sound insulation.

For those who desire even more performance, Nissan has added the Track Edition (picture below). The car was engineered by NISMO and is a new grade based on the standard model enhanced with NISMO technology.

The general modifications include custom adhesive bonding for increased body shell rigidity, custom flared front fenders with outlet air duct, custom suspension and stabilizer, RAYS forged aluminum-alloy wheels shod with Dunlop SP Sport Maxx GT 600 DSST tires.