An Overview of Nissan GT-R’s Key Features
With its best-in-class acceleration and the standard all-four-wheel drive system, Nissan GT-R offers superior performance as a sports car. The GT-R comes with everything speed lovers want—600 horsepower, supple looks, and a design that lets the car go from zero to 60mph in just three seconds. Speed is not the only thing exciting about this car, and its top-notch features make it a great choice for those looking for thrill, fun, and luxury.
Engine and performance
Nissan GT-R’s real strength lies in its standard twin-turbo 3.8-liter V-6 engine delivering 570–600 horsepower and 467 to 481 lb-ft. The company has also worked on improving Chassis Reinforcement and aerodynamics for better cooling. Another special feature of this sports car is its hand-crafted Titanium exhaust that is made by expert craftsmen called ‘Takumi’.
Dimensions
Nissan GT-R is 4710 mm long, 1895 mm wide, and 1370 mm tall. It has a ground clearance of 110 mm and a wheelbase of 2780 mm.
Exterior design
Nissan GT-R is designed to achieve high speeds. The C-pillar was partially redesigned to reduce turbulence and the formation of a vortex that slows the car. The larger grille openings are designed to offer more cooling air to the important components without increasing the aerodynamic drag.
Interior and infotainment
The car comes with a classy interior and can easily accommodate four people. You get plenty of features inside to keep you entertained and comfortable during long trips. Some of the best features are leather upholstery, heated front seats, dual-zone climate control, and an 8-inch touchscreen that can be controlled with a central console too. You also get adequate storage with large door pockets and a central console bin. Additionally, the front seats are adequately roomy. The primary focus of the makers is functionality, so its infotainment unit is easy to understand and navigate. The car comes with standard Apple CarPlay integration, a built-in navigation system, and a Bose audio system.
Fuel consumption
The sports car earns up to 16 mpg in the city and 22 mpg on the highway.
Safety
You cannot ignore the safety features when you get a car that moves as fast as the GT-R this fast. So, the car has all the necessary safety features to keep your drive thrilling yet safe. It has automatic on/off LED headlamps that respond to external lighting conditions. The car’s zone body construction reduces the impact of collision by combining impact-absorbing structures and a high-strength cabin. The car has six airbags, seat belt sensors, and occupant classification sensors. Its vehicle dynamic control system allows you to stay on the steered path and adjust the power sent to the wheels when oversteering or understeering. Drivers get many other safety features such as electronic brake force distribution, anti-lock braking system, and traction control system.
Sound enhancement
To improve your overall driving experience, Nissan GT-R comes with active and passive sound enhancement. It has a special acoustic windscreen with technology that absorbs sound between the glass layers. You also get active noise cancellation to identify and reduce any undesirable engine noise. Additionally, Nissan has installed insulators underneath the dashboard and above the rear wheel wells to reduce unwanted noise from the engine bay and road and tire noise, respectively.
Other specs
GT-R has an independent double wishbone with aluminum front suspension and an independent multi-link with aluminum (forged) upper links for the rear suspension. The front brake and rear brake are disc types. The car has a power steering that allows for smooth and seamless driving.
You can check out the Nissan GT-R for yourself and take a test drive by visiting your nearest dealership.