2016 GT-R NISMO once again sets the performance standard for legendary Nissan Supercar with 600 horsepower, Nürburgring-developed suspension
- Extreme iteration of Nissan GT-R supercar offers 600-horsepower high- capacity turbocharged 3.8-litre V6, enhanced aerodynamics and unique racing suspension tuning*
- First time available in the Canadian market, offered in limited numbers
- Other 2016 GT-R models include GT-R Premium and GT-R Black Editions
- Four NISMO-badged vehicles in the Nissan lineup: GT-R NISMO, 370Z NISMO, JUKE NISMO and JUKE NISMO RS
NISMO, Nissan's motorsports and performance group, continues to burnish its legendary reputation. The 2016 Nissan GT-R NISMO continues to hold court as the most potent production vehicle in Nissan history. Practically a race car in street clothing, the GT-R NISMO was designed to explore the upper limits of performance.
Available in very limited numbers in Canada, the 600-horsepower** GT-R NISMO joins the established 2016 GT-R Premium and GT-R Black Edition vehicles in the GT-R lineup. For full information on the entire 2016 Nissan GT-R line, please see NissanNews.com.
The GT-R NISMO model itself was inspired by a NISMO-prepped GT-R racecar that competed successfully at the 2012 Nürburgring 24-hour endurance race in near- production form. And, as proof of concept, in late October 2013, a "time attack" GT- R NISMO*** was driven to a new volume production car and Nissan GT-R Nürburgring record of 7 minutes, 8.679 seconds around the famed road course.
Not surprisingly then, the GT-R NISMO places a strong emphasis on the "R" – as in racing – of the GT-R name. A quick glance at the GT-R NISMO specs shows how:
- An additional 55 horsepower and 18 lb-ft of torque (versus standard GT-R models)
- A NISMO-tuned suspension with reduced weight and additional roll stiffness
- The addition of adhesive bonding (in addition to spot welding) for increased body shell rigidity
- NISMO-tuned aerodynamic exterior elements designed to increase downforce, including carbon fibre**** trunklid and spoiler, carbon fibre front and rear bumpers and lower front undercover
- Ergonomically sculpted Recaro® front bucket seats
- NISMO racing-style Alcantara®-trimmed three-spoke steering wheel with red center mark, designed to provide the best combination of feedback, grip and comfort
Innovative, Uncompromising Engineering
The 2016 Nissan GT-R NISMO employs innovation, uncompromising engineering and motorsports-inspired technologies to achieve its exceptional levels of power, speed and handling. Under the hood, the 3.8-litre V6 VR38DETT engine benefits from the expertise that NISMO has gained from participating in motorsports events around the globe. Engine power has been increased (versus standard GT-R models) and is rated at 600 hp and 481 lb-ft of torque**. High-flow, large diameter turbochargers, used in GT3 competition, improve breathing, while optimized individual ignition timing control for each cylinder and upgraded fuel pump improve combustion.
As with all 2016 GT-R models, each GT-R NISMO engine is hand-assembled from beginning to end in a special clean room by specially trained technicians, a process similar to racing powerplant construction. An aluminum plate is added to the front of each engine showing the name of the "Takumi" engine craftsman.
The engine features innovative plasma-sprayed bores (versus cast iron liners) for reduced friction, lighter weight, enhanced cooling, power output and fuel efficiency; a symmetrical independent intake and exhaust manifold system featuring twin NISMO-specific high-performance IHI turbochargers; a secondary air management system for improved cold-start emissions performance; a thermostatically controlled oil-cooling system; an oil scavenger pump to maintain oil flowing to the turbochargers; and a lateral wet and dry sump oiling system. The GT-R NISMO's fuel economy is rated at 14.3L/100km city and 10.5L/100km highway.
A special factory tuned Titanium exhaust system is standard. The system is made of Formula 1 race car grade titanium (Ti-1Cu), with its alloy construction generating a high strength-to-weight ratio and delivering a weight savings over the stock exhaust unit – along with a clear sound that is unique to titanium. The system offers reduced thickness, integrated fins and undercover ducts, allowing it to endure high temperatures without affecting performance under extreme driving conditions.
The VR38DETT V6 is backed by an advanced paddle-shifted sequential 6-speed dual clutch transmission, which can be driver selected to shift at race car-like speeds. The sequential-shifting transaxle features separate wet clutches for the odd (1,3,5) and even (2,4,6) gears and pre-selects the next highest and next lowest gear for quick shifts.
It also features Hill Start Assist for easy starts on uphill inclines. High performance differential oil, used in GT-R motorsports competition, is standard.
Along with Nissan GT-R's unique Premium Midship platform, the GT-R NISMO utilizes an independent rear transaxle ATTESA E-TS all-wheel drive system, which optimizes weight distribution and handling capability. The rear drive-biased system can vary torque split from 0:100 to 50:50 depending on speed, lateral acceleration, steering angles, tire slip, road surface and yaw rate.
Of note is a special GT-R-specific yaw-rate feedback control, which measures the differences between the target yaw rate calculated from steering angle and actual yaw rate detected by the yaw-rate sensor and G sensor to adjust torque bias.
The Premium Midship Platform layout places the transmission, transfer case and final drive at the rear of the vehicle, without the use of traditional torque tubes, allowing the suspension to operate independently and optimizing tire grip at each corner. Contributing to overall vehicle balance and low center of gravity, the unique offset input and reaction shaft design of the rear transaxle enables a shorter design profile versus a typical manual transmission, moving the concentration of powertrain weight lower in the vehicle.
The GT-R NISMO's suspension set-up is inspired by that of the NISMO racing GT-R and tuned for stunning agility, road holding and handling finesse, without compromising refinement. The springs and custom-developed Bilstein DampTronic dampers in the front and rear suspension are specially tuned to deliver exceptional grip levels and progressive handling response at the limit. Three suspension modes can be selected: Comfort, Normal and R, for circuit applications.
Specially developed links fitted to the front double wishbone suspension increase castor trail to optimize wheel position during high-G cornering and improve straight- line and cornering stability.
Additionally, large high-rigidity bolts are used to increase stiffness of the wheel-hub attachment area. To minimize body-roll during cornering and changes of direction, the Nissan GT-R NISMO features a 17.3 mm hollow rear anti-roll bar, which raises roll stiffness while reducing weight.
Increased rigidity in the body shell is achieved using adhesive bonding in addition to spot welding leading to precise suspension response under extreme load – another NISMO "factory tuned" enhancement.
The rigid forged metallic black 6-spoke RAYS® forged lightweight aluminum 20-inch wheels, manufactured by RAYS®, are inspired by Nissan's legendary GT500 racecar. They feature knurling inside the wheels to help keep the tires from slipping around the wheels under heavy acceleration or braking.
The GT-R NISMO's tires – developed by Dunlop with a NISMO-specific compound –exhibit outstanding grip and handling characteristics. The front tires are 255/40
ZRF20, with 285/35 ZRF20 in the rear.
Exclusive Styling with Improved Aerodynamics
Using the latest Computational Fluid Dynamic simulation techniques to analyze airflow, NISMO developed an aero package for the GT-R NISMO that improves road holding and minimizes the negative impact of drag, while giving the car a more menacing and muscular appearance.
Together, the front bumper, engine undercover and carbon rear spoiler increase downforce, lowering the center of gravity and generating an additional 220 pounds of downforce (at 298km/h) compared to the standard GT-R models. The car's aerodynamic characteristics are tuned to ensure the downforce is equally spread front to rear at all speeds for progressive handling characteristics. A widened front bumper configuration and elongated yet tapered rear bumper design keep the drag to Cd 0.26, same with that of standard Nissan GT-R.
The GT-R NISMO's handmade dry carbon rear spoiler features a special coating that allows carbon fibre "weave" to be felt by the touch. The lightweight dry carbon fibre material is also incredibly strong.
The GT-R NISMO's strong visual impact includes High Intensity Discharge (HID) multi-LED headlights, which help create a distinctive GT-R "lightning" motif, generating a bold exterior signature. The four LED units are configured with LED high beam and three different low beams, including long distance illumination and wide illumination.
At the rear, GT-R's distinctive four-ring taillight signature now forms coherent circles of illumination, giving the GT-R an equally distinctive rear appearance. Upon start-up, the full lighting signature is illuminated, creating a dramatic start-up procedure.
The Nissan GT-R NISMO is available in three body colours: Jet Black, Pearl White and a limited production 4-stage metallic Super Silver, which accentuates the car's imposing exterior muscularity. GT-R's advanced technology is present even in the vehicle's paint, which utilizes a durable anti-chip paint and "double clear coat" process.
A Racing-Inspired Cockpit
The Nissan GT-R NISMO cockpit inspires driver confidence through both its craftsmanship and optimized driving position. Ergonomically sculpted, heated, reclining RECARO® seats comfortably, yet firmly, support the driver and front-seat passenger.
NISMO racers influenced the design of the steering wheel, which is dressed in Alcantara®, with three spokes, red center mark and red stitching to give the best combination of grip, feedback and comfort. The combi meter has carbon-like finish, and tachometer features a red design. The meter hood is also dressed with Alcantara®. Interior trim features include discreet red stitching on the seats, center console, door trim and steering wheel.
As with all 2016 GT-R models, the GT-R NISMO's instrument panel is dominated by a video game-inspired, multi-function display that was created in collaboration with Polyphony Digital, makers of the Gran Turismo electronic game. Eleven pages of information are available on this system, including mechanical and driving information, acceleration, brake pedal pressure, steering angle and a recording function with playback.
Additional on-screen information includes a Navigation system and Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System. The navigation system includes NavTraffic Real-Time Traffic Information and NavWeather capabilities (SiriusXM® subscription required, sold separately).
All 2016 GT-R models include a specially designed, 11-speaker Bose® audio system that features two forward-facing woofers in the rear center armrest area. Rigid aluminum die cast panel mounting of all speakers allowed Bose® engineers to perfect the acoustical performance of the GT-R sound system. Streaming Audio via Bluetooth® is also standard.
Standard GT-R NISMO safety equipment includes a Nissan Advanced Air Bag System for driver and front passenger, front seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bags for driver and front-passenger and standard roof-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental air bags for front seat occupant head protection – along with front seat belts with pretensioners and load limiters and three-point ELR/ALR rear seat belts.
One Exclusive Model
The 2016 Nissan GT-R NISMO is available in one limited edition model. It is assembled in Tochigi, Japan, with the engines hand-assembled in Yokohama, Japan.
About NISMO
NISMO, a short form of "NISsan MOtorsports," is the performance brand for Nissan, and is one of the company's purveyors of "innovation that excites." NISMO offers products featuring innovative technology and high performance to a wide range of customers for street use. NISMO cars provide an exciting driving experience with motorsports-inspired aerodynamics and styling, enhanced handling characteristics and unmatched agility.
In the motorsports world, NISMO competes in the highest forms of GT and sports car racing, such as Japan's Super GT Series and the World Endurance Championships (WEC), as well as providing engines to teams that compete in the 24 Hours of Le Mans and the European Le Mans Series (ELMS).
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* Damage resulting from racing, competitive driving, track and/or airstrip use not covered by warranty. See your New Vehicle Limited Warranty and Owner's Manual for proper vehicle operation and complete warranty details.
** 93 octane gasoline required
*** Nissan GT-R NISMO with special track options
**** Dry carbon fibre requires specific maintenance. Please see Owner's Manual for details.
At a Glance: 2016 Nissan GT-R NISMO
The Nissan GT-R NISMO delivers "factory tuned" supercar dynamics with advanced aerodynamics and ultra-precise handling. It takes the "standard" GT-R, which is already established as one of the best performing supercars in the automotive sphere, to an even higher level of street-legal driving excitement.
The GT-R NISMO model is available in very limited numbers in Canada. It features exclusive styling that embraces the longstanding racing philosophy of form following function. It has numerous motorsports-inspired technologies to enhance the car's performance through optimized aerodynamics, suspension and powertrain, creating a well-balanced machine that is at home on both the road and track*.
The GT-R NISMO joins the 2016 GT-R Premium and GT-R Black Edition models in the lineup, along with several other NISMO production models, the 370Z NISMO, JUKE NISMO and JUKE NISMO RS. For full information on the entire Nissan GT-R and NISMO lineup, please see NissanNews.com.
The 2016 GT-R NISMO's 600-horsepower VR38DETT 3.8-litre twin turbo V6 is rated at 600 horsepower and 481 lb-ft of torque *** – representing increases of 55 horsepower and 18 lb-ft of torque versus standard 2016 GT-R models. The engine's high-flow, high-capacity turbochargers are similar to those used for GT3 racing and offer improved breathing. Optimized individual ignition timing control for each cylinder and upgraded fuel pump (versus standard models) help improve combustion.
Each engine is hand-assembled from beginning to end in a special clean room by specially trained technicians, a process similar to racing powerplant construction. A special lightweight Titanium exhaust system is standard. The master crafted system delivers improved engine response while projecting a clear sound that is unique to titanium.
The VR38DETT V6 is backed by an advanced paddle-shifted sequential 6-speed dual clutch transmission, which can be driver selected to shift at race car-like speeds. The sequential- shifting transaxle features separate wet clutches for the odd (1,3,5) and even (2,4,6) gears and pre-selects the next highest and next lowest gear for quick shifts. High performance differential oil, used in GT-R motorsports competition, is standard.
The GT-R NISMO, like all 2016 GT-Rs, is built on an exclusive Premium Midship platform, which enables the use of the unique independent rear transaxle ATTESA E-TS all-wheel drive system. This system places the transmission, transfer case and final drive at the rear of the vehicle, optimizing weight distribution and maximizing handling capability.
The driving experience can be adjusted by set-up switches located in the center of the instrument panel, enabling the driver to change transmission settings, shock absorber firmness and the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC-R) among three settings – Normal, Special or R.
The 4-wheel independent suspension receives unique NISMO tuning, with reduced weight and additional roll stiffness. Additional adhesive bonding (in addition to spot welding) helps increase body shell rigidity.
The GT-R NISMO also features a special aerodynamic body treatment designed to enhance road holding and minimize the negative impact of drag while adding to the GT-R's muscular appearance. The unique front bumper, engine undercover and carbon rear spoiler increase downforce, lowering the center of gravity and generating an additional 220 pounds of downforce (at 298km/h ) compared to the standard GT-R models. The car's aerodynamic characteristics are tuned to ensure the downforce is equally spread front to rear at all speeds for progressive handling characteristics. A widened front bumper configuration and elongated yet tapered rear bumper design keep the drag to Cd 0.26, same with that of standard Nissan GT-R.
Like the standard GT-R models, the GT-R NISMO offers efficient multi-LED headlights that create a distinctive GT-R "lightning" motif, generating a bold exterior visual signature. The four LED units are configured with a LED high beam and three different low beams, including long distance illumination and wide illumination.
At the rear, the GT-R's distinctive four-ring taillight signature forms coherent circles of illumination, giving the GT-R an equally distinctive rear appearance. Three exterior colors are available for the GT-R NISMO: Jet Black, Super Silver and Pearl White.
Inside, the Nissan GT-R NISMO cockpit inspires driver confidence through both its craftsmanship and optimized driving position. Racing-style RECARO® seats offer comfortable yet firm support for the driver and front passenger. NISMO racers influenced the design of the steering wheel, which is dressed in Italian-made Alcantara® with three spokes, red leather center mark and red stitching to give the best combination of grip, feedback and comfort. The combi meter has carbon-like finish, and tachometer features a red design. The meter hood is also dressed with Alcantara®. Interior trim features include discreet red stitching on the seats, center console, door trim and steering wheel.
The cockpit-style instrument panel includes a large red-accented center-mounted tachometer and multi-function display – which includes mechanical and driving information, as well as an on-board driving recorder. A specially designed 11-speaker Bose® sound system with speakers mounted in rigid aluminum die cast panels, which provides sound quality suitable for a supercar. Also standard is a RearView Monitor.
Highlights of the 2016 Nissan GT-R NISMO include:
Body
- Exclusive NISMO aerodynamic package, with unique carbon fibre front and rear bumpers, Dark Gray outside mirrors with red stripe, carbon fibre side sill covers
- Front spoiler with carbon fibre air ducts
- 0.26 coefficient of drag, with high front and rear downforce
- Hybrid body construction of steel, die-cast aluminum and carbon fibre
- Addition of adhesive bonding (in addition to spot welding) for increase body shell rigidity
- Bold front fascia with aggressive double aerodynamic fins, integrated high intensity LED running lights and plated parts for the headlight inner panels, enhancing the GT-R's strong visual presence
- Multi-LED headlights with signature lighting
- Auto on/off headlights and speed-sensitive windshield wipers
- GT-R hallmark four-ring taillights, which now form coherent circles of illumination
- Four-passenger cabin with sloping "aero blade canopy" roofline and curved C-pillar
"sword edge," which facilitate air flow around the rear of the vehicle - Airflow above and below the vehicle is managed by a functional carbon fibre underbody diffuser and rear spoiler
- Carbon fibre trunk lid
- Handmade, limited production dry carbon rear spoiler*
- Ful Titanium exhaust with large, integrated quad exhaust tips
- Three available exterior colors: Jet Black, , Pearl White and a limited production
4-stage metallic Super Silver
Platform, Engine and Driveline
- Advanced Premium Midship platform, enabling the use of a world's first independent rear transaxle all-wheel drive system, which places the transmission, transfer case and final drive at the rear of the vehicle, without traditional torque tubes, allowing the suspension to operate completely independently
- Exclusive hand-assembled twin-turbo VR38DETT 3.8-litre V6 engine with nameplate designating the individual engine builder
- 600 horsepower @ 6,800 rpm, 481 lb-ft of torque @ 3,200 – 5,800 rpm ***
- Plasma-sprayed bores for reduced friction, lighter weight, enhanced cooling, power output and fuel efficiency
- Symmetrical independent intake and exhaust manifold system featuring twin IHI
turbochargers - Full Titanium exhaust system with reduced weight and thickness, integrated fins and undercover ducts
- Secondary air management system for improved cold-start emissions performance
- Thermostatically-controlled oil cooling system; oil scavenger pump to maintain oil flowing to the turbochargers; lateral wet and dry sump oiling system
- Incorporation of high-output injectors that more precisely control fuel injection to improve mid-range engine response and acceleration at higher rpms
- Specially designed baffle plate in the oil pan, designed to better stabilize oil pressure
during high-performance driving - Paddle-shifted sequential six-speed dual clutch transmission; manual and automatic modes
- Rear transaxle features separate clutches for the odd (1,3,5) and even (2,4,6) gears;
sequential shifting; gear pre-selection for quick shifts - Hill Start Assist for easy starts on an uphill incline
- Electronically-controlled ATTESA E-TS all-wheel-drive system
- Rear-drive bias, up to 50 per cent of torque can be transmitted to the front wheels when needed, torque split continuously variable depending on speed, lateral and transverse acceleration, steering angles, tire slip, road surface and yaw rate
- GT-R specific yaw-rate feedback control, measuring differences between the target yaw rate calculated from steering angle, actual yaw rate detected by the yaw-rate sensor and G sensor to adjust torque bias
Suspension and Braking
- NISMO-tuned suspension with reduced weight and additional roll stiffness, specialized Bilstein® DampTronic gas pressure shock absorbers and spring rates
- Special "set-up switches" located in the center of the instrument panel; adjusts transmission, shock absorbers and the Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC-R), three settings – Normal, Special or R
- 4-wheel independent suspension mounted to six-point front and rear subframes
- GT-R specific adjustable Bilstein® DampTronic suspension system utilizes multiple vehicle information systems to provide appropriate damping forces for all situations and a high level of control for a variety of driving situations
- 15.35-inch front and 15.0-inch rear Brembo® full-floating cross-drilled two-piece rotors, low steel high stiffness brake pads, radial-mounted Brembo® monoblock six-piston front and four-piston rear calipers, which in combination minimize fade and provide intense stopping performance
- Front and rear brake cooling air guides
- Lightweight 6-spoke RAYS® aluminum-alloy forged wheels
- Wheels feature special knurling to assist with securing the tires during hard acceleration or braking
- Nitrogen-filled Dunlop® Sport Maxx GT 600 DSST CTT extreme performance run-flat tires, sized 255/40ZRF20 front and 285/35ZRF20 rear, with special NISMO-tuned compound
Interior Features
- Interior designed to balance performance, functionality and comfort
- Optimal driving position provided by rear transaxle layout, with flat floor and narrow center console
- Driver-surrounding instrument panel, with all meters and multi-function meter at a uniform height to minimize the driver's head movement; new carbon-style meter cluster finish
- Large, red-accented center-mounted tachometer, with gear display on its upper right, as well as the easy-to-read graphics, give the driver instant detailed information
- Recaro® performance front bucket seats
- Heated front seats
- A video game-inspired multi-function display with eleven pages of mechanical and driving information available, including acceleration, brake pedal pressure, steering angle; system was designed in collaboration with Polyphony Digital, creators of Gran Turismo electronic game
- Navigation system featuring easy-to-use touch pad, as well as traditional navigation switches; NavTraffic Real-Time Traffic Information and NavWeather (SiriusXM subscription required, sold separately)
- Screen interface also features enriched entertainment system with CD player controls and Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System, DVD video playback capability
- Standard specially designed 11-speaker Bose® audio system,
- Standard USB iPod® interface, Streaming Audio via Bluetooth®
- Carbon fibre interior trim
- Standard RearView Monitor
- Black interior color with red stitching
Safety
- Nissan Advanced Air Bag System for driver and front passenger
- Standard front seat-mounted side impact supplemental air bags for driver and front passenger
- Standard roof-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental air bags for front seat occupant head protection
- Front seat belts with pretensioners and load limiters
- Three-point ELR/ALR rear seat belts
Models and Manufacturing
- Available in one model: GT-R NISMO
- Vehicle assembly in Tochigi, Japan; engines hand-assembled in Yokohama, Japan
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*Damage resulting from racing, competitive driving, track and/or airstrip use not covered by warranty. See your New Vehicle Limited Warranty and Owner's Manual for proper vehicle operation and complete warranty details.
**Dry carbon fibre requires specific maintenance. Please see Owner's Manual for details.
***93 octane gasoline required
2016 Nissan GT-R NISMO Specifications
Mechanical
| Engine | |
| Designation | VR38DETT |
| Cam configuration | DOHC |
| Orientation | Longitudinal |
| Cylinders / configuration | V6 |
| Block / head composition | Aluminum/Aluminum |
| Displacement (liters) | 3.8 |
| Horsepower | 600 @ 6,800 RPM *** |
| Torque lb-ft | 481 lb-ft @ 3,200 – 5,800 RPM *** |
| Bore & stroke (mm) | 95.5 x 88.4 (Plasma sprayed bore) |
| Compression ratio (:1) | 9.0 |
| Maximum engine speed | 7,000 RPM |
| Induction system | Sequential multi-point electronic fuel injection |
| Valvetrain | 4 valves per cylinder, CVTCS |
| Turbocharger | High-capacity IHI SpecV Twin-Turbo system |
| Engine mounts | 2 liquid-filled, side; 1 rubber, rear, 1 electronically controlled liquid-filled, front |
| Recommended fuel | Premium unleaded, 93 octane |
| Emissions system | 2 catalytic converters |
| Emission certification level | LEV2/ULEV (50 state) |
| Exhaust | Titanium Exhaust System: Full Titanium exhaust system Dual system, 4 outlets (2 each side) |
| Transmission and Drive System | |
| Drive configuration | Mid-mounted front engine / rear transaxle ATTESA E-TS all-wheel drive |
| Transmission | Dual clutch sequential 6-speed rear transaxle, magnesium paddle shifters, gear pre-selection |
| Gear ratio | |
| 1st | 4.056 |
| 2nd | 2.301 |
| 3rd | 1.595 |
| 4th | 1.248 |
| 5th | 1.001 |
| 6th | 0.796 |
| Reverse | 3.383 |
| Final drive ratio | Front: 2.937, Rear: 3.700 |
| Driveshafts | Carbon composite |
| Manual/Automatic modes | S |
| Configurable Shift Control | S |
| Downshift Rev Matching (DRM) | S |
| 1.5-way mechanical limited slip differential | S |
| Traction Control System with Limited Slip | S |
| Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) | S |
| Snow-mode function | S |
| Hill Start Assist (HSA) | S |
| Yaw Rate Feedback Control | S |
| Brakes | ||
| Front | Type | Brembo® six piston monoblock calipers, fullfloating, vented and drilled rotors |
| Rotor size diameter and thickness (in.) | 15.35 x 1.28 | |
| Rear | Type | Brembo® four piston monoblock calipers, fullfloating, vented and drilled rotors |
| Rotor size diameter and thickness (in.) | 15.0 x 1.18 | |
| Brake control | Power-assisted (vacuum) | |
| Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) | S | |
| Number of wheels | 4 | |
| Number of channels | 4 | |
| Number of sensors | 4 | |
| Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD) | S | |
| Brake Assist | S | |
| Parking brake | Hand-operated | |
| Brake cooling air guide (front and rear) | S | |
| Steering | |
| Type | Vehicle speed-sensitive power rack-and-pinion, aluminum steering rack, four-point mounting, with stiff insulators |
| Overall ratio | 15:1 |
| Turns (lock to lock) | 2.4 |
| Turning diameter (ft.) | 36.6 |
| Steering wheel | 3-spoke leather-wrapped with air bag, manual tilt and telescoping, lap timer switch |
| NISMO Dark Gray steering wheel with red stripe and Alcantara® accents |
S |
| Steering wheel ASCD, audio and Bluetooth® switches |
S |
| Suspension | |
| NISMO-tuned suspension with unique shock absorber settings and high spring rates |
S |
| Front | Independent double wishbone aluminum, integral tube-frame structure, six-point mounting |
| Rear | Independent multi-link aluminum suspension, integral tube-frame structure, six-point mounting, aluminum upper/lower links (spherical bearing design) |
| Large-diameter (34 mm) hollow front stabilizer bar | S |
| Large-diameter (17.3 mm) hollow rear stabilizer bar | S |
| Bilstein® DampTronic mono-tube shock absorbers, computer controlled, 3-position driver adjustable | S |
| Progressive rate (non-linear) springs | S |
| High-accuracy alignment, fully adjustable | S |
| Body / Chassis | |
| Type | Unibody |
| Materials (primary) | Steel, carbon fibre, die-cast aluminum |
| Additional adhesive bonding | S |
| Platform | Premium-Midship (PM) |
Exterior
| Wheels & Tires | ||
| Wheels | F: 20x10.0 inches, R: 20x10.5 in. | S |
| Lightweight 6-spoke RAYS® aluminum-alloy forged, black finish |
S | |
| Tires | Dunlop® Sports Maxx GT600 ultra high performance run-flat tires F: 255/40ZRF20, R: 285/35ZRF20 NISMO-specific compound |
S |
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), pressure and position shown on multifunction meter |
S | |
| Lights | ||
| Headlights | 4-bulb LED | S |
| Integrated LED daytime running lights |
S | |
| Auto on/off | S | |
| Taillights | “GT-R” 4-ring LED | S |
| Spoiler-mounted LED center high-mount stop lamp |
S | |
| Exterior Features | |
| NISMO aerodynamic package with unique carbon fiber front and rear bumpers, Dark Gray outside mirrors with red stripe, carbon fiber side sill covers |
S |
| Functional rear underbody diffuser | Carbon fibre |
| Dry carbon fiber rear spoiler* | S |
| Front spoiler with carbon fiber air duct | S |
| Carbon fiber trunk lid | S |
| Front “aero-blade” fenders with vents | S |
| Aerodynamic front underbody cover | S |
| Integrated, flush mounted aluminum door handles |
S |
| UV-filtering front and rear side glass, laminated UV-reducing windshield |
S |
| Folding side mirrors, power/power folding, heated |
S |
| Revised front and rear fascias | S |
| Body-color bumpers | S |
| Dark Gray grille | S |
| Aerodynamic flat-blade windshield wipers, variable intermittent, speed-sensitive |
S |
| Anti-chip paint process | S |
Interior
| Seating | ||
| Capacity | 4 passengers | |
| Front Seat Type | Bucket, sport style, with accommodation for 4- point safety harness |
|
| NISMO-exclusive Recaro® leather-appointed front seats with Alcantara® accents, red stitching |
S | |
| Red seat backs, shift knob, door grip | S | |
| Leather/synthetic suede front seat appointments |
S | |
| Heated seats | S | |
| Driver's seat | 8-way power | S |
| Front Passenger's seat | 4-way power | S |
| Audio/Navigation | |
| Bose® audio system with 11 speakers (9 speakers with 2 subwoofers in rear center armrest area) mounted in aluminum die-cast panels, AM/FM/CD with MP3/WMA playback |
S |
| Bose® Active Noise Cancelation (ANC) | S |
| Vehicle speed sensitive auto volume control | S |
| DVD video playback | S |
| SiriusXM® Satellite Radio (SiriusXM subscription required, sold separately) |
S |
| Nissan Navigation System, 7.0-inch colour display, touch screen functionality, NavTraffic with Real-Time Traffic Information, NavWeather |
S |
| Bluetooth® Hands-free phone system | S |
| Streaming Audio via Bluetooth® | S |
| USB iPod® interface | S |
| Steering-wheel audio controls with illumination |
S |
| Instrumentation | |
| Meters/gauges -Speedometer -Tachometer -Coolant temperature -Fuel level -LCD dual trip odometer |
S |
| Red-accented tachometer | S |
| Multi-Function Display system, (11 pages of information) with playback feature -Turbo boost -Water and engine oil pressure -Transmission oil temperature -Front to rear drive distribution -Steering position -Brake and accelerator position -Gearshift mapping for optimal economy |
S |
| Convenience Features | |
| RearView Monitor Cruise control (ASCD) Power windows – driver and passenger onetouch up/down Power door locks Remote keyless entry system Intelligent key system Cupholders – 3 12-volt outlets – 2 Passenger assist grip Sunvisors w/ vanity mirrors and lamps Front seat knee pads Inside rear view mirror – auto-dimming HomeLink® Universal Transceiver (UGDO) Map light, door step lamp Center console storage area Automatic climate control, dual zone 3-position setup switches for suspension, transmission and VDC Console-mounted push-button start Aluminum interior trim Soft padding on instrument panel and doors Carbon fibre interior trim |
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Safety and Security
| Passenger Restraint System | |
| Nissan Advanced Air Bag System (AABS) | Driver and front passenger air bags with dualstage inflation, seat belt sensors and occupant classification sensor |
| Driver and front passenger side impact supplemental air bags and roof-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental air bags for front seat occupant head protection |
S |
| Seat belts, front and rear | 3-point (ALR/ELR for passengers, ELR for driver) |
| Front seatbelts w/pre-tensioners and load limiters | S |
| Power window lockout button | S |
| Rear seat top tether anchors | S |
| Impact Safety | |
| Zone Body Construction with front and rear crumple zones Energy-absorbing steering column Hood buckling creases Knee bolsters High-strength side door guard beams |
S |
| Security | |
| Tamper proof door lock key cylinder Vehicle Security System (VSS) Immobilizer |
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Dimensions
| Exterior (inches) + mm | ||
| Wheelbase 2,780 | 109.4 | |
| Overall length 4,681 | 184.3 | |
| Overall width 1,895 | 74.6 | |
| Overall height 1,376 | 54.2 | |
| Track width 1,600 | Front/Rear | 63.0/63.0 |
| Coefficient of drag (Cd) | 0.26 | |
| Interior (inches) +mm | Front | Rear |
| Head room 968.2/851.9 | 38.1 | 33.5 |
| Leg room 1,132.3/670.4 | 44.6 | 26.4 |
| Hip room 1,388.2/1,140.6 | 54.7 | 44.9 |
| Shoulder room 1,379.7/1,269.0 | 54.3 | 50.0 |
| Weights | ||
| Curb weight (pounds) | Front | 2,121 |
| Rear | 1,764 | |
| Total | 3,885 | |
| Weight distribution (%) Front/rear | 55/45 | |
| GVWR | 4,669 | |
| Capacities | |
| Fuel tank (gallons) 73.8L | 19.5 |
| Engine oil (liters) | 7.5 |
| Engine coolant w/ reservoir (liters) | 11.0 |
| Volume (cubic feet) | |
| Passenger compartment | 79.0 |
| Cargo | 8.8 |
| Total | 87.8 |
| EPA Fuel Economy (L/100km) (Actual mileage may vary) |
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| City | 14.3 |
| Highway | 10.5 |
| Combined | 12.6 |
| Classification | Subcompact |
S- Standard
*Dry carbon fibre requires specific maintenance. Please see Owner’s Manual for details.
**Damage resulting from racing, competitive driving, track and/or airstrip use not covered by warranty. See your New Vehicle Limited Warranty and Owner's Manual for proper vehicle operation and complete warranty details.
***93 octane gasoline required
