2011 Nissan GTR

[K-A]

WOW!! That tan interior looks straight outta Italy. The others still look kind of cheap though, but nothing to deter from the car overall.

Nissan really upped the ante with this F.L, and it wasn't even necessary. What a marvel of automotive brilliance this car is.

 

[LaArtist]

Im a huge egoist

 

[rollo]

Strange name choice, no doubt, but the car definitely has the numbers to back up the hype. This level of improvements and refinement mid-life cycle is very impressive. The bar has been moved quite a bit higher. Name a car that even comes close to this level of performance at this price point.........

 

[Tarek]

Bye bye 911 turbo.

 

[emve]

0-100km/h in 3,046s (at 2:45 and 3:55)

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[DeDe]

^^ So with two persons onboard: 3,1 s. In line with the Turbo S. Impressive!

 

[ateekt]

Hats off to Nissan! Improvement on an already great machine. I hope they also managed to fix the differential issue in this updated model.

 

[allenwalker]

Strange name choice, no doubt,

If by that you mean Egoist, obviously you are not familiar with it. Egoist is a respectable tuner in Japan.

 

[rollo]

If by that you mean Egoist, obviously you are not familiar with it. Egoist is a respectable tuner in Japan.

Thank you allenwalker you are correct, I did not. And I do not think I am alone, which may be a problem.

Aside from the fact that the name does not translate well (the BMW "joy" program comes to mind), why would Nissan use a respectable tuner name to identify the most "comfortable" version of the car?

 

[allenwalker]

Thank you allenwalker you are correct, I did not. And I do not think I am alone, which may be a problem.

Aside from the fact that the name does not translate well (the BMW "joy" program comes to mind), why would Nissan use a respectable tuner name to identify the most "comfortable" version of the car?

Obviously because the specs above are for the Japanese Domestic Market, and the car people in Japan and Asia are familiar with Egoist. It's like Nismo Nissan, Mugen Honda, or AMG Merc.

GT-R specs for Europe market are not even set yet. Remember that GT-R is a Japanese car, and its markets are huge in Japan and Asia. Europe is not their most important market especially as US and Europe are troubled with recession whereas Asian economies are scoring record highs.

 

[rollo]

Obviously because the specs above are for the Japanese Domestic Market, and the car people in Japan and Asia are familiar with Egoist. It's like Nismo Nissan, Mugen Honda, or AMG Merc.

GT-R specs for Europe market are not even set yet. Remember that GT-R is a Japanese car, and its markets are huge in Japan and Asia. Europe is not their most important market especially as US and Europe are troubled with recession whereas Asian economies are scoring record highs.

Apparently you like that word ("obviously"). I was led to believe that the Egoist model would be available in the states, at least that is the inference I made based on R&T and MT reports, if it is sold under a different name or not at all, moot point. Also, you did not comment on the fact that the "softest" version gets the tuner title. Where is the sense in that, even for the Asian market? Are they tuner's (Egoist) or do they retrofit interiors with fine leather?

 

[allenwalker]

Apparently you like that word ("obviously"). I was led to believe that the Egoist model would be available in the states, at least that is the inference I made based on R&T and MT reports, if it is sold under a different name or not at all, moot point. Also, you did not comment on the fact that the "softest" version gets the tuner title. Where is the sense in that, even for the Asian market? Are they tuner's (Egoist) or do they retrofit interiors with fine leather?

In Japan, there are tuners that specialize in luxury not performance like Fabulous, Garson, etc etc

 

[rollo]

In Japan, there are tuners that specialize in luxury not performance like Fabulous, Garson, etc etc

Now I am totally confused, but it is not the first time. These tuner's like the aforementioned do luxury, like Egoist I presume? Anything mechanical or just interior retrofitting with higher-end materials?

 

[hoffmeister_fan]

In Japan, there are tuners that specialize in luxury not performance like Fabulous, Garson, etc etc

Are they really tuners then if they are not "tuning" the powertrain/performance bits?

I need to do some homework and brush up on alot of these Japanese tuners. Not very familiar with the guys you mentioned.

 

[HighestOfHigh]

 

[HighestOfHigh]

LA 2010: Nissan GT-R adds 45 HP for 2012, hits 60 under 3 seconds

2012 Nissan GT-R Features More Horsepower, New "Black Edition," Revised Fascias and Carbon Fiber Interior Trim

– Nissan's Multi-Dimensional 530-Horsepower Supercar Makes North American Debut at Los Angeles Auto Show, Set to Go On Sale in Early 2011 –

Entering its fourth year of availability in the North American market, the 2012 Nissan GT-R has a new look, new colors, new wheel design and, most important to fans of pure power, more horsepower under the hood. In addition, a new "Black Edition"– with unique seats, interior colors and wheels – joins the GT-R Premium model. The latest iteration of Nissan's legendary supercar makes its North American debut that the 2010 Los Angeles Auto Show and will be available at official "GT-R certified" Nissan dealers across the United States in early 2011.

The 2012 Nissan GT-R's advanced VR38DETT 3.8-liter twin turbo V6 now produces 530 horsepower (versus the previous 485 horsepower) and 488 lb-ft of torque (versus the previous 434 lb-ft) – a result of modifying the boost pressure of the turbocharger, valve timing and air mixture ratio, and through reducing intake air resistance by enlarging the inlet pipe diameter. In addition, exhaust air resistance was reduced through use of an enlarged section of exhaust pipe.

GT-R's already impressive aerodynamics have been improved for 2012 with downforce increased by about 10% and the coefficient of drag reduced to 0.26 (from 0.27). Stability is improved by enlarged fascia and grille openings, which also help reduce air resistance inside the engine compartment. The volume of air that passes through the radiator and cools the front brakes is also increased.

The newly refreshed front fascia features aggressive double rectifier fins and new integrated high intensity LED running lights. Additional plated parts are used for the headlight inner panels, enhancing the car's strong visual presence.

The redesigned rear fascia features a lower center of gravity than the previous design, created by using a sculpted lower section and extended length. Underfloor cooling performance is also enhanced and air resistance reduced by extending the rear diffuser.

In addition, cooling performance for the muffler is improved and rear downforce is increased by about 10% through use of a new rear fascia outlet and new vents on the lower rear fenders that help remove air from the rear wheel wells. Newly designed larger diameter tailpipe finishers are also adopted. Six exterior colors are available, including two new colors: Deep Blue Pearl and Jet Black. Other available colors are Solid Red, Gun Metallic, Pearl White and a limited production 4-stage metallic Super Silver.

GT-R's newly designed, lighter weight and more rigid forged aluminum 20-inch wheels, once again manufactured by RAYS®, help improve suspension response. Knurling inside the wheels is modified to help keep the tires from slipping around the wheels under heavy acceleration or braking. The wheels also feature a new premium dark (near black) finish, which provides a high quality, high-performance look. The Black Edition features special black six-spoke RAYS® lightweight wheels in place of the Premium model's 10-spoke design.

Inside, the revisions for 2012 include new carbon fiber trim and upgraded materials. The Black Edition adds custom red-trimmed Recaro® seats, red and black interior trim and a dark headliner.

"The Nissan GT-R continues to be a multi-dimensional performance machine that lives up to the concept of 'the ultimate supercar that can be driven by anyone, anytime, anywhere,'" said Al Castignetti, vice president and general manager, Nissan Division, Nissan North America, Inc. "With the enhancements for 2012, including its 530-horsepower twin turbo V6 and revised styling, the GT-R legend continues to grow. We can't wait for its arrival in Nissan showrooms, and on the streets, here in the U.S."

Additional information on the 2012 Nissan GT-R, including on-sale date, will be available in the coming months.

- LA 2010: Nissan GT-R adds 45 HP for 2012, hits 60 under 3 seconds — Autoblog

 

[HighestOfHigh]

I love this photo!

 

[Merc1]

I think I like the GTR again.

M

 

[NarutoRamen]

I've seen this car on the road a few more times. It has such presence.

 

[hoffmeister_fan]

I've seen this car on the road a few more times. It has such presence.

You are right bout that. I remember seeing it for the first time at the LA autoshow when it premiered Stateside. I didn't really sense its mass until I saw one in a parking lot. It's one big-ass mofo for a sports car!

After seeing the US-spec pics, I wish they had kept that sliver of a rear foglight on the rear bumper. I quite liked that detail. I'm somewhat reluctantly (read: forced) to accept the LED front foglights.

The epic of Godzilla grows and grows.