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The '''Nissan GT-R''' is a ] created by ], scheduled to be released in Japan in December 2007, and expected to be released internationally by the beginning of 2008. Nissan and the automotive press frequently refer to the GT-R as a ],<ref>http://www.nissannews.com/nissan/2009vehicles/gtr/overview.shtml</ref> The '''Nissan GT-R''' is a ]<ref>http://www.nissannews.com/nissan/2009vehicles/gtr/index.shtml</ref> created by ], scheduled to be released in Japan in December 2007, and expected to be released internationally by the beginning of 2008.

<ref>http://www.caranddriver.com/previews/14221/first-look-2009-nissan-gt-r.html</ref>
<ref>http://www.edmunds.com/il/nissan/skyline/index.html</ref> though the accuracy of this term is disputed among enthusiasts.
== History == == History ==


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<ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.autoweek.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071017/FREE/71017001 2009 |title=Nissan GT-R - AutoWeek |accessdate=2007-10-24 |date=2007-10-17}}</ref>. Also, photos of the production vehicle were published early<ref></ref> since ] broke the ]. <ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.autoweek.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=/20071017/FREE/71017001 2009 |title=Nissan GT-R - AutoWeek |accessdate=2007-10-24 |date=2007-10-17}}</ref>. Also, photos of the production vehicle were published early<ref></ref> since ] broke the ].


===Spec V=== ===V-Spec or SP Model===
It has been confirmed that Nissan is planning to introduce a lighter and more powerful GT-R called the GT-R Spec V. Little else has been revealed about the GT-R Spec V except that it will be available in the United States in 2010.<ref>{{cite web|url = http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do/News/articleId=123174|title = Coming to America: 2010 Nissan GT-R Spec-V|accessdate = 2007-10-28|date=2007-10-26|publisher = ]}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url = http://www.egmcartech.com/2007/10/25/nissan-gt-r-spec-v-coming-in-2010/|title = Nissan GT-R Spec V coming in 2010|accessdate = 2007-10-28|date=2007-10-25|publisher = eGMCarTech}}</ref> It has been confirmed that Nissan is planning to introduce a lighter and more powerful GT-R called the GT-R V-Spec. Little else has been revealed about the GT-R V-Spec except that it will be available in the United States in 2010.<ref>{{cite web|url = http://www.edmunds.com/insideline/do/News/articleId=123174|title = Coming to America: 2010 Nissan GT-R V-Spec|accessdate = 2007-10-28|date=2007-10-26|publisher = ]}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url = http://www.egmcartech.com/2007/10/25/nissan-gt-r-spec-v-coming-in-2010/|title = Nissan GT-R V-Spec coming in 2010|accessdate = 2007-10-28|date=2007-10-25|publisher = eGMCarTech}}</ref>


== Performance and Specifications == == Performance and Specifications ==
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===Design=== ===Design===
Nissan chief creative officer, ], has likened the new GT-R to the eponymous ] of the ]. Nakamura states: ''"The GT-R is unique because it is not simply a copy of a European-designed supercar, it had to really reflect culture."'' Specifically, Nakamura noted that the GT-R's square lines and vents were influenced by ''Gundam''. Designers from Japan, America, and Europe contributed to the final GT-R shape.<ref></ref><ref></ref> Nissan Chief Creative Officer ] has likened the new GT-R to ]s. Nakamura states: ''"The GT-R is unique because it is not simply a copy of a European-designed supercar, it had to really reflect culture."'' Specifically, Nakamura noted that the GT-R's square lines and vents were influenced by Gundam. Designers from Japan, America, and Europe contributed to the final GT-R shape.<ref></ref>


] creators ] were themselves involved in the development of the GT-R, having been contracted to design the GT-R's multifunction display.<ref></ref> ] creators ] were themselves involved in the development of the GT-R, having been contracted to design the GT-R's multifunction display<ref></ref>.


== Motorsport == == Motorsport ==

], the ] arm of Nissan will be entering the Nissan GT-R in the ] race series in the GT500 class for the 2008 season, replacing the ].<ref></ref> A prototype has recently been spotted testing around the ]. <ref></ref> ], the ] arm of Nissan will be entering the Nissan GT-R in the ] race series in the GT500 class for the 2008 season, replacing the ].<ref></ref> A prototype has recently been spotted testing around the ]. <ref></ref>


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Motor vehicle
Nissan GT-R
Overview
ManufacturerNissan
Production2008
AssemblyJapan
Body and chassis
ClassSupercar
Body style2-door 4-seats,coupé
LayoutAll-wheel drive, Front-engined
PlatformPremium Midship
Powertrain
EngineVR38DETT Bi-turbo V6
Dimensions
WheelbaseTemplate:Auto mm
LengthTemplate:Auto mm
WidthTemplate:Auto mm
HeightTemplate:Auto mm
Curb weightTemplate:Auto kg
Chronology
PredecessorNissan Skyline GT-R

The Nissan GT-R is a supercar created by Nissan, scheduled to be released in Japan in December 2007, and expected to be released internationally by the beginning of 2008.

History

Nissan Skyline GT-R

See also: Nissan Skyline GT-R

Between 1969 and 1974, and again between 1989 and 2002, Nissan produced a high performance version of its Skyline range, called the Nissan Skyline GT-R. This car proved to be iconic for Nissan and achieved much fame and success on road and track. The Nissan GT-R, although no longer carrying the "Skyline" badge (because it is designed from the ground up) has heritage in the Nissan Skyline GT-R. Like the Skyline GT-Rs R32 through R34, the Nissan GT-R is AWD with a twin-turbo 6 cylinder engine; however, the evolutionary, incremental changes between Skyline models R32 through R34 have been done away with. The four-wheel-steering system has been done away with, plus the traditional straight-6 RB26DETT engine has been replaced with a new V6 VR38DETT. Because of the GT-R's heritage the chassis code for the all-new version has been called CBA-R35, or 'R35' for short.

Nissan GT-R Proto at the 2005 Tokyo Motor Show

GT-R Concept

The Nissan GT-R Concept was initially unveiled at the Tokyo Motor Show in 2001 to preview what a 21st century GT-R would look like.

GT-R Proto

At the 2005 Tokyo Motor Show, Nissan unveiled a redesigned concept, the GT-R Proto, stating that the production GT-R would be 80-90% based on this concept.

Production

Production GT-R

The production version of the GT-R has debuted at the 2007 Tokyo Motor Show, with its launch in the Japanese market scheduled for 6 December 2007. The U.S. launch will follow in June 2008. Europe will be the third market, where it is expected to be launched late 2008. The large time distance between these releases is due to Nissan having to build GT-R performance centres where the car is built and serviced. Also the engine and rear-mounted dual-clutch gearbox are built by hand, limiting production to around 1000 cars a month. Prices start at $69,850 for the base model and $71,900 for the Premium edition.

It has already been driven by Autoweek in Germany in the new Nürburgring, in the autobahn and in small roads . Also, photos of the production vehicle were published early since Motor Trend broke the embargo.

V-Spec or SP Model

It has been confirmed that Nissan is planning to introduce a lighter and more powerful GT-R called the GT-R V-Spec. Little else has been revealed about the GT-R V-Spec except that it will be available in the United States in 2010.

Performance and Specifications

The VR38DETT engine

Specifications

Performance

GT-R Test mules have been spotted on the Nürburgring, frequently alongside a 2006 Porsche 911 Turbo; speculated as being used by Nissan as a benchmark car. Sources have expressed that the car is capable of lapping the Nürburgring in the 7 minute range. Nissan has confirmed a Nurburgring lap time of 7 minutes 38.54 seconds, and have released a video of the lap. The standard Bridgestone POTENZA RE070R run flat tires were used for this. Nissan is reportedly going after the previous lap record of the Porsche Carrera GT.

The GT-R has undergone road testing around the southwest United States, with sightings in New Mexico and California. As was the case in the Nurburgring, the car was followed by a 911 Turbo. The GT-R has also been sighted doing laps at Infineon Raceway and Laguna Seca. At Laguna Seca, the GT-R posted an unofficial lap time of 1 minute 39.62 seconds, a time marginally faster than the 911 Turbo following it which was timed at 1 minute 39.89 seconds

Design

Nissan Chief Creative Officer Shiro Nakamura has likened the new GT-R to Gundams. Nakamura states: "The GT-R is unique because it is not simply a copy of a European-designed supercar, it had to really reflect culture." Specifically, Nakamura noted that the GT-R's square lines and vents were influenced by Gundam. Designers from Japan, America, and Europe contributed to the final GT-R shape.

Gran Turismo creators Polyphony Digital were themselves involved in the development of the GT-R, having been contracted to design the GT-R's multifunction display.

Motorsport

Nismo, the motorsport arm of Nissan will be entering the Nissan GT-R in the Super GT race series in the GT500 class for the 2008 season, replacing the Fairlady Z. A prototype has recently been spotted testing around the Suzuka Circuit.

References

  1. http://www.nissannews.com/nissan/2009vehicles/gtr/index.shtml
  2. "Under the hood of the Nissan GT-R". Autoblog. 2007-9-11. Retrieved September 11, 2007. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |date= (help)
  3. "Nissan GT-R Press Information - Specifications". Nissan. Retrieved November 01, 2007. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)
  4. 2009 "Nissan GT-R - AutoWeek". 2007-10-17. Retrieved 2007-10-24. {{cite web}}: Check |url= value (help)
  5. "Nissan Introduces All-New Nissan GT-R Supercar and 2009 Murano Crossover at Los Angeles Auto Show [Nov. 14, 07]". 2007-11-14. Retrieved 2007-11-14.
  6. 2009 "Nissan GT-R - AutoWeek". 2007-10-17. Retrieved 2007-10-24. {{cite web}}: Check |url= value (help)
  7. Undisguised: 2009 Nissan GT-R (2007/10/16)
  8. "Coming to America: 2010 Nissan GT-R V-Spec". Edmunds Inside Line. 2007-10-26. Retrieved 2007-10-28.
  9. "Nissan GT-R V-Spec coming in 2010". eGMCarTech. 2007-10-25. Retrieved 2007-10-28.
  10. "Nissan Press Release - Nissan Announces New Nissan GT-R". 2007-10-24. Retrieved 2007-10-24. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |date= (help)
  11. 2009 "Nissan GT-R Specs and Standard Features". {{cite web}}: Check |url= value (help)
  12. 2009 "Nissan GT-R Specs and Standard Features". {{cite web}}: Check |url= value (help)
  13. "Nissan GT-R Press Information - Specifications INCLUDING AIRBAGS, "When SRS Curtain Airbag System, SRS Side Airbag System for Driver and Front Passenger is installed, curb weight is 1750 kg"". Nissan. Retrieved November 01, 2007. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)
  14. "2009 Nissan GT-R Specs and Standard Features". Retrieved 2007-10-24.
  15. "1?SPY SCOOP!?ALL NEW GT-R". Kodansha Ltd. and 2&4 Motoring Co.,Ltd. News. 2006-12-01. Retrieved 2006-12-01. {{cite web}}: Check date values in: |date= (help)
  16. http://www.gtchannel.com/AutoNews/index.php?title=spy_scoop_new_gt_r&more=1&c=1&tb=1&pb=1#comments
  17. http://www.autoblog.com/2007/10/24/tokyo-motor-show-live-shots-of-the-nissan-gt-r/
  18. http://youtube.com/watch?v=uGe_fyhQazg Onboard Video of the Lap
  19. http://www.nissangtrproto.com/2007/news/738-tire-question/
  20. http://blogs.edmunds.com/Straightline/3620
  21. http://www.zakzak.co.jp/top/2007_10/t2007103128_all.html (Japanese) Google translation
  22. http://minkara.carview.co.jp/userid/197929/blog/6674154/ (Japanese) Google translation
  23. Nissan GT-R Japanese pricing announced; 'Ring runs continue
  24. http://www.nagtroc.com/forums/index.php?showtopic=19571
  25. Edmunds - Nissan GT-R conquers the Corkscrew at Laguna Seca
  26. Nissan GT-R Coupe's Redesign Inspired by Gundam Anime
  27. Edmunds Inside Line: A Day in Germany With the GT-R Engineers
  28. 「NISSAN GT-R」が SUPER GT に参戦 ("NISSAN GT-R will be participating in SUPER GT
  29. NAGTROC gallery - Super GT GT-R

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