2016 Nissan GT-R

The Nissan GT-R is unlike any other vehicle in the automotive brand’s lineup. The two door sports coupe was first introduced in 2007, and has been outperforming tough sportscar competitors ever since. Featuring a twin-turbo six cylinder engine, this high-performing machine is a spin off of Nissan’s earlier Skyline lineup. With a higher price point than other Nissan cars, the GT-R is a highly luxurious, high performing powerhouse of a sports car.

The 2016 Nissan GT-R offers buyers the ultimate trim level for this model year, the GT-R Nismo. With more power, a revised suspension, and new bodywork, the GT-R Nismo is sure to appeal to those who seek an even higher powered sports car. The non-Nismo 2016 GT-R models feature increased performance specifications, including an overall quieter cabin. The 2016 Nissan GT-R not only has a lower price point than the competition, it also leads the way with performance, interior, and exterior features - making it the best choice for luxury sports car drivers.

Introducing the 2016 GT-R Nismo

Nissan upped its standing in the world of luxury sports cars, with the all-new 2016 GT-R Nismo model. Featuring a revised suspension, new body work, and an impressive engine upgrade, the GT-R Nismo is ready to perform, and impress. Starting at $149,990, the 2016 GT-R Nismo is serious business for those who seek a track-ready sports car that can outperform the competition. Check out just how the 2016 GT-R Nismo stacks up in the performance world.

All-New Performance Features: This track-ready version of the GT-R features more standard performance upgrades than any other GT-R model.

• NISMO Twin-Turbocharged V6 Engine - With an impressive 600 horsepower, the 3.8-liter engine under the hood of the GT-R Nismo is as refined as it is powerful. Each cylinder features a unique plasma coating, and an independent intake system for each bank of cylinders. The majority of the engine sits back on the chassis, giving it a Premium Midship design for better balance.
• Dual Clutch Six-Speed Transmission - Complete with three driver-selectable modes,  this dual-clutch transmission can shift as quickly as 0.15 seconds. A unique rear chassis mounting of the GT-R clutches, transmission, and transfer case, make it the world’s first independent rear transaxle for an all-wheel-drive vehicle.
• ATTESA E-TS All-Wheel Drive - This electronically controlled AWD system provides all of the available torque to the rear wheels, and up to 50% of the torque to the front wheels. For a RWD steering response, with the confidence of an AWD vehicle, the Nismo is a high-performing machine.
• NISMO-tuned Suspension - Paired with Bilstein DampTronic components, drivers can choose between three driving modes for the ideal ride/handling balance.
• Advanced Vehicle Dynamic Control - To help with track performance, the GT-R Nismo uses the advanced VDC system in R-Mode to deliver more power to the appropriate wheels when oversteer or understeer is detected. This system helps drivers stay on their intended course, without slowing down.
• Front Spoiler with Carbon Fiber Air Ducts - This system also comes with front/rear brake cooling guides, to help dissipate heat generated from braking in track environments. 

Exterior Design Built for Performance: To help enhance aesthetics as well as performance, the GT-R Nismo features a list of exterior features that are as practical as they are good looking.

• NISMO Black 20-inch Super Lightweight RAYS Forged Alloy Wheels
• Exclusively Developed Tires, Nitrogen Filled at Factory
• Premium Midship Platform with Hybrid Unibody
• NISMO Aerodynamic Body Design
• Carbon Fiber Trunk Lid

Interior Refinement: The interior of the GT-R Nismo is as luxurious as it is practical. Whether racing on the track, or racing to the office, the GT-R Nismo’s interior appointments are right on the money.

• NISMO tachometer
• NISMO Alcantara Leather Appointed Steering Wheel and Gauge Hood
• NISMO Recaro Leather Appointed Front Seats with Alcantara Inserts
• NISMO Black/Red Interior Treatment
• Driver-Configurable Multi-Function Display System
• Nissan Hard Drive Navigation System
• RearView Monitor
• Safety Like No Other: When driving a high performance sports car, safety is paramount. 
• Nissan Advanced Airbag System
• Driver and Front Passenger Side-Impact and Roof-Mounted Curtain Air Bags
• 3-Point ALR/ELR Passenger Seatbelt System
• Tire Pressure Monitoring System with Individual Tire Display

Overall Increased Performance Across Trim Levels

While the 2016 GT-R Nismo model offers the most extensive on-track performance, other trim levels of the 2016 GT-R offer new performance standards. Nissan made mild changes to the GT-R chassis, which increases overall handling, precision, and performance.

On top of changes under the hood, the automaker went to extensive lengths to ensure a quieter interior cabin ride, with an all-new noise cancelling system. Check out the new features below:

• A new recalibrated suspension reduces load fluctuation between the four wheels, keeping wheels tight on the road for a smoother ride.
• Advanced headlights illuminate the road ahead with sophisticated technology that changes its pattern based on your driving speed.
• 3.8-liter Twin Turbocharged V6 engine offers incredible strength, with a lower emissions rating.
• The premium Bose Audio System with Active Noise Control uses a microphone in the ceiling of the GT-R to identify unwanted low frequency engine sounds, and naturalizes them with sound waves to decrease the cabin noise. 

Everything about the 2016 Nissan GT-R is geared toward the overall power of the vehicle, and ultimate driving experience.

Destroys the Competition

The 2016 Nissan GT-R is a high performing sports car. Competing with big name brands like the Porsche 911, and the Audi R8, Nissan’s GT-R more than stands up to the competition. Check out the following features that the GT-R encompasses, that the 2015 Porsche 911 Turbo and the 2015 Audi R8 4.2 simply do not.

Price

With a starting MSRP of $101,770, the Nissan GT-R costs considerably less than its competitors. 

Headlight Beam

LED low/high beam offers a better visual when driving at night

Interior Features

With standard exclusive features like Proximity Key, cargo tie downs, cruise control with steering wheel mounted controls, rear beverage holders, overhead console storage, power front passenger seat, rear bucket seats with armrests, voice activated audio control, and tire specific low-tire pressure warning - the 2015 GT-R leaps and bounds ahead of its competition.

Power and Performance

The 2015 GT-R offers a horsepower of 545, while the competition tops out at 520 - making it the more powerful choice.

Warranty

Protecting your automotive purchase is important, and Nissan understands that. With a Powertrain Warranty of 60 months or 60,000 miles, drivers will stay protected longer with the GT-R. Porsche and Audi only offer a Powertrain Warranty of 48 months, or 50,000 miles.