2011 Nissan GT-R Review

As Nissan moves into the realm of supercars it offers the Nissan GT-R. Whether seeking to compare its 60-to-zero braking, its zero-to-60 speed achievements, its impressive lateral-acceleration, or its quarter-mile timing, the GT-R proves a top-performer. It has a 3.8 L V-6 twin-turbocharged, hand-built engine churning 489 hp coupled with a dual-clutch auto gearbox that is hand-assembled. Plus, its torque flow is practically uninterrupted.To supply load shifting minimums when the car accelerates and to improve on the weight over the car's rear wheels, as well as to improve braking and corner handling, the GT-R is identified as the first AWD production vehicle hosting a rear-mount trans-axle. On the track or off the Brembo brakes are superior, even when riding on Nurburgring. There, the car put down the fastest production time ever. This car is precise, aerodynamically-designed, light, and rigid, as it has an elegant body designed of carbon fiber, aluminum, and meshed-steel.Nissan is changing the supercar segment, and the GT-R has decent prices when compared to more exotic competitors. It proves an awesome, formidable addition to the carmaker's line.

The Range

• Bodystyle: Coupe
• Engine: 3.8L twin-turbocharged V-6
• Transmission: 6-speed twin-clutch automated manual
• Model: GT-R Premium

What's New

The base GT-R has been dropped, leaving the Premium as the only model for 2011. Nissan has added rear cooling ducts to enhance cooling performance around the rear floor. Additional changes include a suspension retuned for a better ride, double clear coat on the fascias, and standard auto on/off headlamps, speed-sensitive wipers, USB iPod interface, Bluetooth audio, and XM NavTraffic and NavWeather capability.

Exterior

Nissan designers set out to pen a distinctive supercar, not a typical low-slung exotic; thus, the GT-R is chunkier and more muscular than, say, a Ferrari. It intentionally lacks sophistication, instead looking mean, techno, and macho.

Interior

The GT-R features a leather-adorned cabin for four, PlayStation-inspired multifunction display, nav system, Bose audio, heated seats, and Bluetooth. The driver's seat slides nine inches and raises 1.2 inches. The steering wheel both tilts and telescopes 2.4 inches.

Performance & Handling

The GT-R's handbuilt 3.8-liter V-6 uses plasma-coated cylinder bores to ensure optimal efficiency and twin IHI turbochargers to produce 485 horsepower and 434 pound-feet of torque. Its six-speed dual-clutch auto, also handbuilt, seamlessly transmits power via an ATTESA E-TS all-wheel-drive system. A Brembo brake system, along with an all-aluminum suspension with Bilstein dampers, provide race-worthy braking and handling.

Safety

In addition to front, side, and side-curtain airbags, the GT-R is equipped with a tire-pressure monitoring system, four-wheel anti-lock brakes with electronic brake-force distribution, and front seat belts with pretensioners and load limiters.

 

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