The latest version of one of the most iconic muscle cars of the last 20 years has gone on sale in the UK.
The new Nissan GT-R is available to order now with prices starting at £79,995.
The car is the spiritual successor of the Skyline GT-R (Nissan split the Skyline and GT-R names some time ago).
A technological marvel as well as a supercar, the GT-R built a name by using computer-aided trickery to control its huge power outputs and aid both straight line speed and handling.
The facelifted car has new styling, an upgraded cabin and an even more powerful V6 engine. It was first shown at the New York motor show and is now available to order in three trim levels: Pure, Recaro and Prestige. There’s also a Nismo-engineered Track Edition.
The Pure is the £79,995 entry-level model, while the better equipped Recaro starts at a slightly higher £81,995 and top spec Prestige GT-Rs cost from £82,495. Nissan has also confirmed that the Track Edition will be offered from £91,995, but is yet to reveal exactly what upgrades this more hardcore model will get.
Under the bonnet lies a 3.8 litre twin-turbo V6 petrol engine. Power is up from 542bhp to 562bhp and goes to all four wheels via a six-speed dual-clutch transmission.
A new titanium exhaust and “sound enhancement system” mean the neighbours will be well aware you’ve bought an expensive new toy.
The upgraded GT-R features a new interpretation of Nissan’s ‘V-motion’ front grille, along with a reinforced bonnet and new bumper design, said to give the car more downforce.
Inside, the cabin has been upgraded to include leather trim, with most of the buttons of the old car removed and integrated into a larger, 8.0 inch touchscreen infotainment system. Other changes include new steering wheel-mounted shift paddles and carbonfibre trim on the centre console. New sound deadening materials are claimed to make the cabin quieter than before, too.
jmckeown@thecourier.co.uk