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2012 Nissan GT-R overview and Photos




Do you like the power and speed? You have about $ 100 000 to spend on one of the most coveted cars below half a million dollars? If yes, you Nissan GT-R offers a 2012 renewed and better than ever, which preserves the style, character and maneuverability that makes the GT-R modern great success in North America for four years.

Designers and engineers have seen fit to revise its look, its colors, its equipment and of course the engine. In addition to the regular model, Nissan adds a version of Black Edition to the seats, wheel designs and exclusive interior colors. Expect also some minor cosmetic and daytime running lights LED that will enhance its appearance.

"The Nissan GT-R continues to be a multidimensional performance car. It embodies the ultimate supercar that can be driven by anyone, anytime and anywhere, says Al Castignetti, vice president and general manager of Nissan North America. With the enhancements for 2012, including a 530 horsepower twin-turbo V6 and a refined design, the legend of the GT-R continues to grow. We are eager to see in our showrooms and on the road. "

With a horse worthy of the Porsche 911 Turbo S, which costs twice as yet, the engine VR38DETT Nissan has actually gained 45 horses for a total of 530. Similarly, torque has jumped to nearly 450 lb-ft. Everything was made ​​possible thanks to a modified turbocharger capable of generating a higher pressure, a revised distribution of valves and increased airflow in the intake / exhaust.

The 2012 Nissan GT-R also wants more aerodynamic with a drag coefficient to decrease and a negative lift force greater than 10%. His facies redesigned incorporates larger air intakes for the radiator and front brakes. When one speaks of a breathing system performance, this in Japan offers a very good example.

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