Nissan GT-R

Wondermike

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Embargo breaks happen only too often, and this time around the honour befalls the upcoming Nissan GT-R. Up untill today, the only pictures we were able to show you were cleverly disguised prototypes in teaser shots and video games. MotorTrend (whether intentionally or not) have broken one of the biggest stories for the upcoming Tokyo Motor Show, Motor Authority was quick to react and posted the MotorTrend December front cover on their blog (see source link).

The front cover not only clearly displays the Nissan GT-R but also reveals a few vital statistics for the Porsche 911 Turbo competitor (there are speculations of the Nissan GT-R being able to lap the 'Ring in 7.38!). Starting with the Nissan GT-R's 0 – 60 time, an astonishing 3.5 seconds. A quarter mile should take no longer than 11.7 seconds and maybe most surprising the price... under USD 80,000, which is either way lower than the previously rumoured USD 94,000 for the flagship, or way higher than the USD 57,000 base model. Only time will tell how much Nissan will be charging US customers.

Next week we will know for sure whether the engine is indeed a turbocharged 3.8 liter V6 with Dual-Clutch gearbox and latest ATESSA all-wheel drive. Rumours are still that the Nissan GT-R will come in three guises, a 480hp base and V-Spec version while the top-of-the-line EVO version is expected to have 530hp.
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http://www.gtrnissan.com/index.en.uk.html

Full details to be released at Tokyo in 2 days time

Most of the specifications aren't expected to be announced until Nissan's Tokyo show press conference on October 24, but today we know that the all-wheel-drive 2009 GT-R will get a 3.8-liter twin-turbo V6 that produces 473 horsepower and 434 pound-feet of torque. It'll drive all four wheels through a rear-mounted transaxle. The only transmission will be a GR6 dual-clutch six-speed automatic. And of course there will be paddle shifters for your enjoyment — the same leather-wrapped aluminum paddle shifters as Nissan uses in the G35 sedan.

Nissan says the GT-R will accelerate from zero to 60 mph in 3.5 seconds, finish the quarter-mile in 11.7 seconds and reach a top speed of 192 mph. Base price is expected to be less than $80,000.
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meh..too damn many buttons on the steering wheel, don't like the body styling; hard edges make it look too futuristic for my tastes. I prefer simpler and softer curves..and I don't like back seats in sports/sporty cars. I'd drive it though! :evil:
 
Not to keen on 2 tiny rear seats either, but I suppose it does open up a market for people with young kids or that require very occasional rear seats. From the side it looks like a stealth fighter - I'd love one in matt black :sweetheart:
 
Can't decide if I like it or not. It is almost too angular for my tastes, but it may be something that looks better in person. :idunno:
 
Looks fun, wonder what the 'on the road' price will be in the UK... not that I can afford one!
 
Wondermike said:
Around £60k unfortunately :thumbsdown:
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Seems a bit rich for a Nissan tbh. Would be tempted to buy a 2nd had 996 turbo or maybe an M5 - Nissan's are not usually known for residuals :evil: (that could be a good thing!).
 
I'm not one for jap cars but this is starting to grow on me, looks like a performance bargin for the money.
 
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