2020 Nissan GT-R review
Nissan GT-R highlights
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Pros
- Astonishing acceleration from twin-turbo V6 engine
- Easy-to-drive performance car
- Surprisingly comfortable ride quality
Cons
- Powertrain is unpleasantly noisy
- Infotainment touchscreen looks dated
- Seats could use more adjustability
Mileage (EPA estimate)
16 city, 22 highway, 18 combined
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The 2020 Nissan GT-R marks a half-century of Nissan’s famous performance car
The 2020 Nissan GT-R continues a half-century of Nissan’s famous nameplate and its tradition of supercar-slaying performance. While this version of the GT-R was introduced back in 2009, Nissan has updated its performance and equipment over the years. Other competitors from 2020, like the Chevy Corvette and Porsche 911, feel newer on the inside and offer more modern infotainment systems, but the GT-R remains an exceptional performer.
For 2020, Nissan revised the GT-R’s engine tuning to improve responsiveness, added horsepower to the Track Edition trim level (bringing it up to 600 hp), added an optional carbon-fiber roof and carbon-ceramic brakes, and offered a 50th anniversary appearance package. With an incredibly smart all-wheel-drive system and a ride that’s surprisingly comfortable for a sports car, the GT-R is an easy car to drive fast and to drive every day.
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What is new for the 2020 Nissan GT-R?
- The Pure trim has been discontinued for 2020.
- The Premium trim now comes with Leather Seats as standard equipment.
2020 Nissan GT-R trims
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- 565-hp, 467-lb-ft of torque 3.8L
- Adjustable Suspension
- Leather Seats
- Front Seat Heaters
- Power Seats
- Leather & Suede Seats
- Smart Key
- Parking Sensors
- Rear View Camera
Track Edition:
- Includes all features available on the Premium
- 600-hp, 481-lb-ft of torque 3.8L
Nismo:
- Includes all features available on the Track Edition
- No significant upgrades found on the Nismo
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What We Like
Acceleration: The GT-R’s V6 makes up to 600 horsepower in the GT-R Nismo and Track Edition trim levels. In Edmunds' testing, the base 565-horsepower V6 was good for a 0-60 mph time of just 3.1 seconds.
Handling: With its very capable all-wheel-drive system, the GT-R demands less of the driver while providing supercar levels of performance. Whether on a mountain road or a racetrack, the GT-R can be piloted with ease.
Ride: The adaptive suspension on the Pure and Premium trims does a very good job soaking up bumps in the road, especially in its Comfort setting. It remains sporty, but many cars with this level of performance can be harsh and unforgiving on rough roads.
What Needs Improvement
Dated technology: The dated graphics on the GT-R’s infotainment, lack of Android Auto™ (iPhone owners, rejoice: The GT-R does have Apple CarPlay®), and almost total lack of driver aids make the GT-R feel dated compared to its closest competitors in price and performance.
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Nissan GT-R features and specs
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Track Edition 4WD/AWD 2D Coupe
Standard Features
- 20 Inch Plus Wheels
- 4WD/AWD
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Apple CarPlay
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- BOSE Sound System
- CD Audio
- Cruise Control
- Front Seat Heaters
- Heated Mirrors
- Leather Seats
- Navigation System
- Overhead Airbags
- Parking Sensors
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear Spoiler
- Rear View Camera
- Run Flat Tires
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Traction Control
- Turbo Charged Engine
Drive Wheels
All Wheel Drive (4WD/AWD)
Engine size
3.8L
Horsepower
600
Torque (ft-lbs)
481
Engine type
Turbo Gas
Fuel capacity
19.5
Wheelbase
109.4"
Overall length
185.4"
Width
74.6"
Height
53.9"
Leg room
F 44.6"/R 26.4"
Head room
F 38.1"/R 33.5"
Front tires
P255/40ZR20
Rear tires
P285/35ZR20
Seating capacity
4
Transmission
Automatic
2020 Nissan GT-R FAQ
The 2020 Nissan GT-R is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Track Edition: 16 MPG City and 22 MPG Highway
- Nismo: 16 MPG City and 22 MPG Highway
- Premium: 16 MPG City and 22 MPG Highway
Here is what's new for the 2020 Nissan GT-R:
- Heated Mirrors
- Leather Seats
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