New GT-R: Spot the difference
The first official update of Nissan’s GT-R has been revealed in Tokyo, with changes including a small power boost and revised suspension.
Tweaks to the engine management system and closer manufacturing tolerances on the production line have been given the credit for the new version’s additional 5bhp – taking the turbocharged V6’s maximum output to 478bhp. The car also has an enlarged fuel tank to extend the range available from its 23.4mpg.
While there are no major visual changes, apparently you will be able to recognise the latest GT-R by its slimmer number plate mountings, new seven-spoke Rays alloy wheels and a new option of pearl white paint.
More significantly, latest GT-Rs get revised suspension said to sharpen the handling at the same time as improving the ride. According to first reports on the car by Autocar magazine the improvements have been achieved with new dampers and spring rates at the front end. Nissan will supplement this package by fitting grippy Dunlop SP Sport 600 tyres as standard - the same tyres that famously took the GT-R around the Nurburgring in just 7 minutes 29 seconds.
Nissan claim these slight adjustments are part of their 'Kaizen' ('continuous improvement') philosophy. Along with these improvements Nissan have announced a 3.8% price increase for the GT-R, though, and we're not sure that part can be described as an improvement...
The first revised GT-Rs will be delivered in mid 2010. In the meantime, if you've already ordered your GT-R don't worry - the price will remain the same.
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