2010 Nissan GT-R

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Rating8.6
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$80,790 - $83,040
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on November 3, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Blisstering quick acceleration

Absence of a Manual Transmission

Reprogrammed launch control system aiming in reduction of transaxle stress

Superb handling

Harsh Ride quality

Standard front seat and side curtain airbags

Amazing quality of materials used in interiors

Retuned suspension

Updated wheel finishes

Specs & Features

$80,790

price

485 hp @ 6400 rpm

horsepower

434 lb.-ft. @ 3200 rpm

torque

6-Speed Automated Manual

transmission

3.8L 6cyl AWD 6AM

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2010 Nissan GT-R Coupe makes for an excellent contender in the High-Performance Sports Car in the shape of a midsize coupe. With 2 trims on offer, the Nissan GT-R Coupe has a base MSRP of $80,790, with prices going all the way up to $83,040, competing directly with the Porsche 911, the BMW M3, and the Lexus LFA. Only a 3.8L twin-turbocharged V6 engine is offered, mated to a 6-speed dual-clutch automated manual transmission. Together, they produce 485 horsepower and 434 lb-ft of torque. Accelerating from 0-60 in 3.6 seconds, the Nissan GT-R Coupe maintains a combined fuel economy of 18 MPG. Nissan offers the GT-R in 5 stunning colors, with the Pearl White being a particular favorite of ours.

Currently, with around 392 Nissan GT-Rs available for sale, you could get one for an average price of $71,999. However, one can generally expect an average savings of $968 at an average, making this a perfect time to browse for a 2010 Nissan GT-R Coupe.

Buying Advice

The Godzilla of the automobile industry, The Nissan GT-R is the ultimate mean machine that you can opt for if you are looking for a full-blown performance sportscar along with a great balance of ride and handling and iconic looks. And with the updates for the year 2010, it receives some performance upgrades as well, like a reprogrammed launch control system, a retuned suspension which results in a slight bump of the already great performance numbers!

Trims

    Base
    $80,790 onwards
    • Engine: 3.8L 6cyl AWD 6AM
    • Horsepower: 485 hp @ 6400 rpm hp
    • Torque: 434 lb.-ft. @ 3200 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 3.6 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 17 mpg
    Premium
    $83,040 onwards
    • Engine: 3.8L 6cyl AWD 6AM
    • Horsepower: 485 hp @ 6400 rpm hp
    • Torque: 434 lb.-ft. @ 3200 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 3.6 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 17 mpg

Compare to similar cars

Price

$132,800- $143,800

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

8.58

Horsepower

500 hp @ 6000 rpm

Torque

480 lb.-ft. @ 1950 rpm

Capacity

4

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Gasoline

9.02

430 hp @ 5900 rpm

424 lb.-ft. @ 4600 rpm

2

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Gasoline

8.58

562 hp @ 9000 rpm

398 lb.-ft. @ 6000 rpm

2

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Gasoline

8.59

485 hp @ 6400 rpm

434 lb.-ft. @ 3200 rpm

4

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$77,800- $143,800

Gasoline

8.85

345 hp @ 6800 rpm

288 lb.-ft. @ 4400 rpm

4

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Gasoline

8.9

611 hp @ 7600 rpm

448 lb.-ft. @ 5600 rpm

2

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Gasoline

9

360 hp @ 6300 rpm

360 lb.-ft. @ 3400 rpm

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Gasoline

9.9

500 hp @ 7750 rpm

383 lb.-ft. @ 6100 rpm

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Gasoline

8.97

640 hp @ 8000 rpm

486 lb.-ft. @ 6000 rpm

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2010 Nissan GT-R vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    3.6 sec--
    3.2 sec11.3 sec205 mph
    3.2 sec11.4 sec-
    3.3 sec11.1 sec-
    3.4 sec--
    4.1 sec12.2 sec-

    2010 Nissan GT-R vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      15 mpg21 mpg17 mpg19.5 gal.292.5/409.5 mi.
      19 mpg26 mpg21 mpg16.9 gal.304.2/422.5 mi.
      17 mpg23 mpg19 mpg17.7 gal.283.2/424.8 mi.
      16 mpg26 mpg19 mpg18 gal.-
      15 mpg22 mpg18 mpg18.5 gal.277.5/425.5 mi.
      12 mpg18 mpg14 mpg22.7 gal.272.4/408.6 mi.

      2010 Nissan GT-R vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        183.1 in.74.9 in.54 in.-109.4 in.
        2010 BMW M6

        Ranked #1

        191.8 in.73 in.54 in.-109.5 in.
        190.2 in.73 in.54.1 in.-109.4 in.
        183.7 in.77.2 in.52.6 in.5.1 in.108.3 in.
        181.5 in.81 in.44.7 in.5.5 in.104.9 in.
        178.2 in.76.3 in.47.8 in.-104.3 in.

        2010 Nissan GT-R vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          8.8 cu.ft.79 cu.ft.8.8 cu.ft.
          22.4 cu.ft.52 cu.ft.52.8 cu.ft.
          11.3 cu.ft.-11.3 cu.ft.
          2010 BMW M6

          Ranked #3

          13 cu.ft.82 cu.ft.13 cu.ft.
          13 cu.ft.81 cu.ft.13 cu.ft.
          8.1 cu.ft.-8.1 cu.ft.

          2010 Nissan GT-R vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            8.8 cu.ft.8.8 cu.ft.8.8 cu.ft.-
            83 cu.ft.22.4 cu.ft.52.8 cu.ft.66 ft.
            2010 BMW M6

            Ranked #3

            13 cu.ft.13 cu.ft.13 cu.ft.-
            53 cu.ft.11.3 cu.ft.11.3 cu.ft.-
            -4.8 cu.ft.--
            13 cu.ft.13 cu.ft.13 cu.ft.-

            2010 Nissan GT-R vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              507 lbs.3814 lbs.
              -3495 lbs.
              2010 BMW M6

              Ranked #1

              -3909 lbs.
              -3490 lbs.
              -3671 lbs.
              -3075 lbs.

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