Our spy photographers have caught the 2011 Nissan GT-R in all its glory. At first glance, the car doesn’t look all that different from the current model, but a closer examination of the front end reveals key changes to the front fascia. We now have a clean view of the new GT-R’s revised face, including the reshaped upper and lower intakes, and additional ribbed detailing on the front bumper. Gray tape covers the top of this part, which leads us to believe that some daytime LED running lights probably reside beneath. There are also grilles on the lower rear flanks.

As for changes underneath the GT-R’s skin, we’ve already reported in a blog that the 2011 model will receive a power increase to about 520 bhp, which is nearly 40 bhp more than the current car’s. It will come from the same twin-turbocharged 3.8-liter V-6 that presently resides under the GT-R’s hood. This model will be followed by the eagerly anticipated M Spec in December (although we haven’t heard yet if this car will be available in the U.S.). The base model is expected to appear later this year, probably around October.

We also got word that Nissan has yet another ace up its sleeve, called the GT-R Cup Car. We reported on the possibility that Nissan was working on such a car earlier, but now we have confirmation that it will indeed make its appearance not long after the introduction of the M Spec. The Cup Car’s specifications will be in the same spirit of previous GT-R “track” versions that carried the N1 designation. Because the new stock GT-R will be producing about 520 bhp, we hear that Nissan won’t be tweaking the engine for the Cup Car. Instead, it will have upgraded brakes, suspension, wheels and a variety of carbon-fiber body panels. If this car makes its way across the Pacific, the price will be in the neighborhood of $120,000 to $150,000.

http://www.roadandtrack.com/future-cars/spy_photos/exposed!-2011-nissan-gt-r

6/30/2010 1:29:25 PM

title should read 2011, not 2001

6/30/2010 1:30:41 PM

btw, not a big change, as it is not a new generation. styling 98% same, and allegedly a small increase in power.


[Edited on June 30, 2010 at 1:34 PM. Reason : ]

6/30/2010 1:33:37 PM

and still no model with 3 pedals

6/30/2010 4:35:42 PM

^agreed. what's the fucking point. I'm here to live.

6/30/2010 8:39:21 PM

To me, i'd rather have a 97, 98 Skyline R34 GTR, to me

6/30/2010 9:24:19 PM

agreed.

6/30/2010 9:45:04 PM

r33 and r34 ftw. r32 as well

6/30/2010 9:51:57 PM

r34 all the way. i'd hate to know the hours i've spent on the web looking at ways to import one, even though i don't have the money

6/30/2010 10:20:04 PM

the gt-r is overrated.

7/1/2010 12:36:46 AM

^

7/1/2010 12:39:46 AM

I'm a fan of the 2000GT-R myself...

7/1/2010 1:12:14 AM

^ that looks fuckin sweet... especially the newer model!

7/1/2010 10:43:10 AM

i would say their main competition is mercedes....
everyone else will drop their insane amount of money on an actual drivers car.... not just a car that drives for you.

7/17/2010 12:22:41 AM

^^^

somebody want to help me out with the name of those wheels?

--nvm found a couple mfgs. RS-watanabe, mini-lite, panasport, etc

[Edited on July 20, 2010 at 8:08 PM. Reason : .]

7/20/2010 7:53:33 PM

^^

7/20/2010 10:11:32 PM

2012 GT-R pics and info surface.

http://www.autoblog.com/2010/08/24/2012-nissan-gt-r-changes-appear-on-web/

8/24/2010 8:45:42 PM

In other news...nobody gives a shit

8/24/2010 10:44:02 PM

^

8/25/2010 1:56:38 AM

NMSJ

8/25/2010 10:37:26 AM

I appreciate how they revised the launch control software for the 2011 models since people were breaking their drivetrains when using it. And strangely odd that Nissan voids the warranty if you use the launch control at all.

8/25/2010 11:38:13 AM

Your info is wrong. you can use launch control. if you turn off VDC and then break something, that will void warranty. The revised launch control doesnt require u to turn VDC off, and launches at a lower rpm.

8/25/2010 1:34:38 PM

my mistake you're right. VDC and launch control aren't the same thing >.<

8/25/2010 2:18:52 PM

523 hp on the 2012 model

power up
torque up
drag coefficient down
downforce up
fuel efficiency up

several structural changes as well for improved rigidity and handling.

http://www.worldcarfans.com/110101829038/2012-nissan-gt-r-facelift-finally-released

10/18/2010 8:36:45 PM

^Autoblog is reporting those stats for the 2011 GT-R. Isn't it a bit early to be talking about details for a 2012 model?

10/18/2010 10:56:51 PM

and still no third pedal

10/19/2010 8:35:08 PM

^^ That's what I thought too, but it is official now; it was shown at the recently concluded LA Auto Show.

Vital stats:

530 hp
488 lb-ft
0-60 mph in < 3 sec
MSRP $90,000

For full details of changes, and a gallery: http://www.autoblog.com/2010/11/17/2012-nissan-gt-r-la-2010

11/22/2010 3:47:32 AM

... So what's the news in regards to the reliability of these vehicles years from now when the mileage starts to rack up and the warranty runs out?

Also:

Quote :

"MSRP $90,000 "

Isn't the base MSRP for a 2011 GT-R $99.5k? So they are offering "more car" for nearly $10k less?

[Edited on November 22, 2010 at 3:59 AM. Reason : .]

11/22/2010 3:56:24 AM

^AFAIK it was never that high.

11/22/2010 9:45:29 AM

Nissan Website says it's starting at $99.5k for 2011 GT-R

11/22/2010 7:40:32 PM

Nissan tests the 2012 GT-R.

0-60 mph in 2.9 sec

12/1/2010 8:10:35 PM

damn thats quick

12/2/2010 1:48:47 PM

I wonder if that's with the revised launch settings instead of the original settings.

12/2/2010 2:26:57 PM

is the gtr tranny even a dsg? or is it a straight auto ?
if someone could make a "rowabble" dsg i'd totally drive one.

12/2/2010 5:41:41 PM

it's a dual clutch transmission

12/2/2010 8:14:29 PM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3YaV-zjswFI

0-62.5 mph in 3 seconds using the revised launch control.

1/25/2011 4:49:54 PM

holy bttt op! 2 mos deep!

1/25/2011 5:41:47 PM

1/25/2011 5:53:37 PM

Quote :

"aaannnnnnnddddd the warranty just got voided - youtube comment"

1/25/2011 8:16:27 PM

this one is even better

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ia7BWh2KRYs

1/28/2011 7:34:40 PM

bump

11/18/2011 6:01:24 PM

2013 GT-R revealed at LA Auto Show couple of days ago.

2012 ------> 2013

530 hp ----> 545 hp

448 lb-ft --> 463 lb-ft

0-60 mph
2.9 sec ---> 2.7 sec

11/18/2011 6:06:52 PM

I would love this car for 70-75k. 95-100k+...ehh, no thanks.

[Edited on November 18, 2011 at 7:18 PM. Reason : Although an early c6 z06 for high-30s\low-40s would be tough to beat]

11/18/2011 7:15:01 PM

I'm wondering whether owning this thing is like owning a Ferrari in terms of getting raped on basic maintenance and repairs. You could get a Z06 and a GT-R in a somewhat similar price bracket but the Z06 seems like it would be way cheaper to own.

11/18/2011 7:21:23 PM

Yeah, there is nothing that even competes with, much less compares to, a Z06 in terms of bang for the buck.

11/18/2011 7:24:28 PM

especially a fucking nissan

NMSJ

11/18/2011 7:25:13 PM

don't be such a H8R, H8R

0-60 in 2.84 sec

i am sure someone in the next few months will be able to wring out 2.7X from it. also looking forward to the new nurburgring time.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?feature=player_embedded&v=mb_cbR-ieoU

actually, that's for 0-62.5 mph, 0-60 mph is 2.72 sec.


[Edited on November 22, 2011 at 6:20 PM. Reason : ]

11/22/2011 6:12:00 PM

do you ever post anything in this forum other than links, pics, and 0-60 times?

11/22/2011 7:05:27 PM

2 months ago he was replaced with a bot that posts links to autoblog an jalopnik stories tha contain stats about cars with <12lb/hp

[Edited on November 22, 2011 at 8:09 PM. Reason : Auto correct stupid phone]

11/22/2011 8:08:33 PM

OEPII1, while it's impressive we are over it. It's like an amusement park ride. Lots of fun but minimal involvement

11/23/2011 12:15:17 AM