Nissan GT-R

Nissan GT-R
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The Nissan GT-R is a four-seat coupé produced from 2007 onwards, powered by a 3.8-litre six-cylinder petrol engine delivering 357 kW. Weighing 1,815 kg and measuring 4,650 mm in length, it achieves a top speed of 305 km/h. One safety recall has been registered in the EU Safety Gate database for this model.

Technical data (EU/EEA average, 2024)
ManufacturerNissan
ProductionFrom 2007
Body typeCoupé
FuelPetrol
Engine power419 kW (562 hp)
CO₂ (WLTP)316 g/km
Kerb weight1,821 kg
Displacement3,799 cc
Cylinders6
Top speed305 km/h
DrivetrainAll-wheel drive
Fuel economy (comb.)12.9 l/100 km
Dimensions and layout
Length4,650 mm
Width1,900 mm
Height1,370 mm
Seats4
Doors2

Engine power, CO₂ and kerb weight are registration-weighted averages across the 2 European countries that registered the Nissan GT-R in 2024 (2 cars). Source: EEA CO₂ monitoring (CC BY 4.0).

Engine variants

Different engine versions of the Nissan GT-R (from registration data). 4 variants.

Engine variants for Nissan GT-R
EngineFuelTransmissionTop speedEconomyModel year
3.8 l · 6-cylPetrolAutomatic13.1 l/100 km2009
3.8 l · 6-cylPetrolAutomatic13.8 l/100 km2010
3.8 l · 6-cylPetrolAutomatic12.8 l/100 km2011–2019
3.8 l · 6-cylPetrolAutomatic13.1 l/100 km2020–2024

Source: EPA (US). Fuel economy converted to l/100 km.

Generations

Other Nissan models

Similar Coupé models

Common problems & reliability

US owners have filed 1 complaints for the Nissan GT-R, most often about engine. These are owner-reported issues, useful for spotting recurring weaknesses before you buy. In the UK, 95% of Nissan GT-Rs pass their MOT test first time, based on 2,418 inspections in 2023. (2023 is the most recent annual release published by the DfT.)

Based on real owner complaints and inspection data — not an editorial rating. Sources: NHTSA (US, public domain), DVSA MOT (UK, Open Government Licence).

Recalls & safety

1 recall recorded in the EU Safety Gate (European market) for the Nissan GT-R. Recalls can flag known weaknesses of the model.

  • Passenger carEU · Safety Gate (Germany)

    The product does not comply with the Regulation on the approval and market surveillance of Motor Vehicles and their trailers, and of systems, components and separate technical units intended for such vehicles.

    EU Safety Gate · alerted 2022-04-01

Sources: EU Safety Gate (European market) and NHTSA (US market). See all Nissan recalls.

Frequently asked questions

What is the top speed of the Nissan GT-R?
The Nissan GT-R has a rated top speed of 305 km/h.
How much power does the Nissan GT-R have?
The Nissan GT-R produces 419 kW (562 hp).
What are the dimensions of the Nissan GT-R?
The Nissan GT-R is 4,650 mm long, 1,900 mm wide and 1,370 mm tall.
How much does the Nissan GT-R weigh?
The Nissan GT-R has a kerb weight of about 1,821 kg.
What are the CO2 emissions of the Nissan GT-R?
The Nissan GT-R emits 316 g/km of CO2 (WLTP).
How many seats does the Nissan GT-R have?
The Nissan GT-R has 4 seats.