If you are thirsting for a very unique looking high-performance car, then you’d be pleased to know that the Nissan GT-R50 by Italdesign is now available in production form.
Even better, not all of the production units have been sold, so you still have a chance to own one.
Craftsmanship: building the Nissan GT-R50 by Italdesign
There’s a huge caveat to this brilliant looking car, though; it costs around $1.08 million (54 million pesos), which is significantly more than the Nissan GT-R the GT-R50 is based on – around five times as much.
On top of that, only 50 units of the GT-R50 will be made, with some already sold. And no, this isn’t the next-generation GT-R, but rather a 50th-anniversary edition made in a collaboration between Nissan and Italdesign.
The GT-R50's front end is quite the departure from the original look of the GT-R
So what do you get for P50 Million? Well, there’s a lot to this supercar actually.
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The GT-R50 pushes the boundaries of the GT-R
Apart from looking very cool, the GT-R50 also has a lot of mechanical advantages over the GT-R, and even over the GT-R NISMO. For starters, it uses the latter’s powertrain.
Thanks to a modded intake, a heavy-duty crankshaft, and very large turbochargers, the VR38DETT on the GT-R50 now makes a whopping 710 horsepower, which is 110 horsepower more than the GT-R Nismo. Torque is also bumped up to an Earthmoving 780 Nm.
The rear end of the GT-R50 looks really angry.
To control the GT-R50, it also uses a sequential six-speed, which is said to be far stronger than the GT-R’s. Nissan also added better brakes. Michelin also pitched in by providing R21 Pilot Super Sports for the tires.
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The GT-R50 looks as sharp as a sword
As we’ve said above, the GT-R50 looks cool. It gets a very distinctive “samurai blade” cooling vents positioned at the rear of the front wheels, stretched LED headlights, a totally different looking rear end, a front fascia that appears to be a different piece from the whole car, a new adjustable wing, as well as a set of custom wheels – quite a Japanese-inspired styling coming from an Italian design firm.
We're thinking that the new roof line also has something to do with better aerodynamics
The interior of this thing also gets some amount of redesign with additional dashes of Alcantara, and carbon fiber. Most of the shapes of the interior however remain the same.
It also makes more power than the Huracan EVO and the McLaren 12C
So what do you think? Is the GT-R50 worth it or would you rather wait for the next-gen Nissan GT-R? For more automotive news, keep reading here on Philkotse.com.
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.
Nissan GT-R Pros & Cons
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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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