Fans of Nissan, specifically of the GT-R, have a big cause to celebrate because Nissan just confirmed that it will be building the next iteration of the Japanese sports car. This news came from Nissan’s senior vice-president of global product planning, Ivan Espinosa.
As mentioned by Mr. Espinosa in an interview with motoring.com.au, there’s a good chance that the new GT-R R36 will be a hybrid. Although, there’s a possibility that it’ll become a full-blown EV, that’s more likely on a later version of the GT-R. As for the idea of a fully electric GT-R, Espinosa says that the technology isn’t “mature” enough. With regard to this, he might be saying that EV batteries are still too heavy and that there will be packaging issues when it comes to performance cars like the Nissan GT-R.
So regardless of whether its an EV or hybrid, Nissan is assuring that it'll be as good, or better than the current R35
This is despite the fact that Nissan recently launched the Ariya electric SUV. It uses the e-4ORCE all-wheel-drive system, which is based on the GT-R’s ATESSA AWD to control its rear and front motors. The Ariya EV can also make an impressive 388 horsepower and 600 Nm of torque. But again, Espinosa says that while the Ariya’s EV batteries are versatile, they still need to find the space to jam it in the GT-R platform.
According to some reports, Nissan is also currently experimenting with a gasoline-electric hybrid system similar to that found on Le Mans race cars. It’s called the Kinetic Energy Recovery System (KERS) and several cars that have been using a variation of the said system include the Audi R18 e-Tron Quattro and the Toyota TS030 Hybrid. Some double-decker buses in London are also current users of the KERS system.
The current R35 GT-R Nismo makes 633 horsepower and 652 Nm of torque
Espinosa also added that with the update of Nissan’s Z car, Nissan is continuing on the legacy of its most iconic nameplates. Currently, the Japanese car company is looking at ways in order to improve them. He also assured that whatever powers the GT-R, the car will remain to be competitive and it will also be underpinned by the platform that the current R34 uses.
The confirmation that Nissan is indeed working on a new GT-R is in contrast to what GT-R product specialist, Hiroshi Tamura was hoping for the model. Last year, Mr. Tamura expressed that he hoped that the current R35 GT-R would last for 20 years. But despite remaining an agile sports car in today’s standards, it appears that Nissan won’t wait that long after all. If you want to purchase a GT-R, check out our list of Nissan GTR price Philippines for an updated price list.
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Know more about Nissan GT-R 2024
The 2024 Nissan GT-R is a two-door, two-seater sports car. Its sole variant in the Philippines, the GT-R Premium, is priced at Php 12,445,000.
Under the hood, the 2024 GT-R uses a 3.8-liter twin-turbo V6 engine capable of making 562 horsepower and 637 Nm of torque. Power is sent to all four of its wheels via the ATTESA E-ETS all-wheel-drive system, and it uses a six-speed dual-clutch gearbox.
Size-wise, this sports car is 4,710mm long, 1,895mm wide, and 1,370mm in height. It also has a wheelbase length spanning 2,780mm, and a ground clearance of 110mm.
Locally, the Nissan GT-R competes against the Chevrolet Corvette, Ford Mustang, Audi R8, Porsche 911, BMW M5, etc.
Nissan GT-R Launch
The updated 2024 Nissan GT-R was initially launched at the 2023 Tokyo Auto Salon. Of note, this is the third time the model received a facelift. The updated sports car then made it to the local market in August 2023. As of its launch, its only trim, the GT-R Premium, is priced at Php 12,445,000.
Nissan GT-R Exterior
On the outside, the updated GT-R retains the aggressive shape of the previous version but with revisions done to its grille. It also gets a pair of new LED honeycomb-style daytime running lamps instead of fog lamps.
Other exterior equipment found on the GT-R Premium are LED headlamps, LED taillights, and LED rear fog lamps. It likewise gets power-folding side mirrors, a rear spoiler, quad-tip titanium exhausts, and rain-sensing wipers.
Nissan GT-R Interior
The interior of the GT-R then gets a pair of power-adjustable sport seats wrapped in semi-aniline leather. Likewise available are a tilt and telescopic steering wheel, aluminum sport pedals, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, an analog gauge cluster, and a digital vehicle information display.
Cooling for its occupants is then provided by a dual-zone automatic climate control system. It likewise gets active noise cancellation, cruise control, and paddle shifters.
Technology & Safety Features
Safety-wise, this sports car gets what you’d expect from a modern vehicle. It has a total of six airbags, anti-lock braking, traction control, hill-start assist, stability control, a reverse camera, parking sensors, tire pressure monitoring, a car alarm, and an engine immobilizer.
Entertainment-wise, this model gets an eight-inch touchscreen with Bluetooth and USB connectivity. It is then linked to 11-piece speaker systems.
Platform & Chassis
The 2024 GT-R uses a double-wishbone front suspension and a multi-link rear suspension. Both of these get aluminum upper links. Stopping power is then provided by a Brembo braking system. It also has a limited-slip differential for its rear.
Engine & Drivetrain
Propelling the GT-R is a 3.5-liter V6 making 562 horsepower and 637 Nm of torque. Power is sent to all four wheels via a six-speed dual-clutch gearbox.
The 2024 Nissan GT-R has a total of six color options. This includes Vibrant Red, Ultimate Silver, Gun Metallic, Pearl White, Pearl Black, and Bayside Blue.
The updated version of Nissan’s Godzilla remains to be a potent performer despite its age. For sure, it is old, but its output and performance-oriented feature set still hold a candle against its newer rivals.
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Nissan GT-R FAQs
1. Does the Nissan GT-R have a reverse camera?
Yes, it does. With the reverse camera, you can see what is behind the car on the screen.
2. How many seats does the Nissan GT-R have?
This Nissan coupe offers 4 seats.
3. Is the 2024 Nissan GT-R a good car?
Yes, the GT-R is a good car to buy. Good warranty, durable ride and performance, and fuel economy are big plus points of the car.
4. How much is the Nissan GT-R 2024 in the Philippines?
The Nissan GT-R price Philippines is priced at Php 12,445,000.
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