Fiery additions to GT-R

NISSAN has released the updated version of its famous GT-R supercar in South Africa, adding a host of improvements for the 2014 model year.

While staying true to GT-R’s core virtues, including mind-blowing power, exhilarating speed, exceptional handling and a raft of futuristic technical equipment, the new evolved version has even more to offer than before.

It also maintains its reputation for being one of the fastest production vehicles the world has ever seen.

The Nissan GT-R is powered by a twin-turbocharged 3,8-litre V6 petrol engine, which is mated to a six-speed automated dual-clutch gearbox. With power going to all four wheels, the GT-R makes use of a staggering 397kW of power at 6 400rpm and 628Nm of torque between 3 200 and 5 800rpm. The results are a 0-100km/h sprint time of just 2,9 seconds and a top speed of 315km/h.

The already excellent chassis and suspension set-up have received tweaks in an effort to constantly improve the vehicle.

Updates include:

• A fine-tuned suspension that is now symmetrical to reduce load fluctuation between the four wheels and allowing for better stability and more consistent grip.

• Optimised electronic control of the shock absorber valves and modified front stabiliser spring rates to ensure more consistent tyre contact with the road.

• Enhanced use of suspension stroke which improves road holding for a poised and confident ride.

• Continued traction and a reduction in NVH (noise, vibration and harshness) for a more comfortable ride, as well as better straight-line stability.

The GT-R is now also fitted with Dunlop SP Sport Maxx GT 600 DSST CTT tyres as standard (255/40 ZRF20 at the front and 285/35 ZRF20 at the rear) which offer outstanding road holding and precise response in all conditions thanks to stiffer sidewalls which reduce deformation and improve steering response under hard cornering.

Braking calibration has been retuned for a firmer and more linear response at everyday speeds, allowing for smoother braking to be more intuitive, which generates greater confidence, especially in the wet.

Fine-tuning to the 2014 GT-R’s steering reduces the effort required for in-town manoeuvres while maintaining the exceptional feedback during high-speed driving.

Brand new multi-LED headlights now feature as standard, along with a distinct new lighting motif which not only give the GT-R a new signature, but also inherent benefits to safety. Featuring Adaptive Front Lighting System (AFS), the GT-R now boasts automatically adapting headlights which adjust the angle of the lighting beam according to the speed of the vehicle.

The distinctive rear of the 2014 GT-R continues to feature the four-ring tail light signature which now forms coherent circles of illumination allowing for continued instant recognition by fellow owners and enthusiasts.

On the inside, a new red interior colour scheme is available, while the semi-aniline leather seats are now further embellished with stitched accents which impart the ambience of a genuine GT designed for first-class cross-continental travel. The infotainment and satellite navigation unit has also been upgraded with the latest in in-car entertainment and GPS technology.

Complementing the standard three-year/ 100 000km warranty, the 2014 Nissan GT-R is available in South Africa exclusively with an optional two-year extension to five-years/ 100 000km. A three-year/ 50 000km service plan is also included as standard.

Retail price incl. VAT:

• Nissan GT-R Premium – R1 475 000

• Nissan GT-R Premium (red interior) – R1 526 000

• Nissan GT-R Black Edition – R1 527 000.