In parallel with the Brussels Motor Show, which started this weekend on January 14, on the other side of the globe, Tokyo Motor Show was also full of novelties. Among them: the presentation of A restyled version of the Nissan supercaradamantine GT-R ! Released in its first form in 2007, the GT-R gave the mythical Skyline a pedigree worthy of its glory. 15 years, however, she leaves from restyling to restyling, light too. She was removed in 2022 from the European catalog due to overly strict sound standards. His career continues in his native land, flying on the right. Nissan hints at the possibility by the end of the decade a 100% electric supercar under the Nismo brandwhich will be distributed on the Old Continent.

A winning recipe, unchanged for 15 years

How about this (very) easy cosmetic evolution? In general, its silhouette is more homogeneous than that of Nissan softened the lines and erased the more aggressive aspects. The design of the shield was simplified, and the grille became straighter than before. We find the same principle clean lines at the back and on the drawing of thresholds. Straighter, clearer, simpler. In terms of engines, the T-Spec version retains V6 VR38 which made him a legend. This is a block 3.8 570 horsepower for 637 Nm of torque. The same loyalty to the dual-clutch automatic transmission and to all-wheel drive. Nissan still reworked the suspension and introduced it carbon-ceramic disc brakes. But the builder could not stop there…

The most powerful GT-R in history

That’s it! This GT-R introduces a new Nismo version even more powerful than the T-Spec. She manages to push V6 from 3.8 to 600 horsepower, for a spray moment of 652 Nm. For a grandmother who is 15 years old, the feat is great. She receives on the occasion a front differential of increased friction, a prominent spoiler, as well as a specific suspension setup. For the aspect of style and ease, we note the adoption of a carbon hood, as well as Recaro carbon seats. These two new versions will be released for Japanese until spring. Waiting – at least for them – for a potential replacement in the coming years?