2023 Nissan GT-R

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$116,040 - $215,740
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on July 19, 2024

ProsConsWhat's New

Gripping AWD

Same old exterior

The Nissan GT-R remains unchanged for the 2023 edition.

Quick acceleration

Lacks modern tech features

Excellent ride quality

Expensive for what it has to offer

Specs & Features

$116,040

price

565 hp @ 6800 rpm

horsepower

467 lb.-ft. @ 3300 rpm

torque

6-speed Auto-Shift Manual

transmission

3.8L 6cyl AWD 6AM

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2023 edition of the Nissan GT-R is an appealing sports coupe in this market. The car provides an attractive and premium cabin. The premium leather upholstery over the seats with dual-zone climate control ensures utmost comfort. The car doesn't disappoint on the exterior either as it has sleek and sporty contours on depicting its appealing athletic design. The coupe will be available with several paint options in the 2023 edition. The 2023 GT-R will come in a single-trim configuration and the brand continues to provide a standard V6 engine that is decently fuel efficient.

The top competitors of the 2023 Nissan GT-R are the Chevrolet Corvette Z06, the Jaguar F-Type R Coupe, and the Porsche 718 Cayman GT4.

 

Buying Advice

As the 2023 Nissan GT-R is available in a single trim, that gives no choices to pick from. However, it is worth every penny, thanks to its beautifully engineered powertrain. Moreover, It comes with essential features like LED headlights, leather seats, keyless entry with push-button start, etc. One can opt for the Premium interior package as well if one wishes to upgrade the interior.

Comparative Analysis against Competition

The previous edition received thumbs-up when it comes to handling, and the 2023 Model is expected to do the same. Also, the aptly tuned suspension was a hit and used to maintain the stability of the car on rough rides and corners. The car also comes with a number of packages to configure as per the buyer's needs. The top competitors of the 2023 Nissan GT-R are the Chevrolet Corvette Z06, the Jaguar F-Type R Coupe, and the Porsche 718 Cayman GT4.

Features
8.0/10

The 2023 Nissan GT-R comes with a single trim level which is called Premium. The base price starts at an MSRP of $115,435. The standard features of the trim include 20-inch forged wheels with high-performance tires, sport suspension with electronically controlled Bilstein shock absorbers, front and rear Brembo performance brakes, limited-slip differential, LED headlights, and taillights, power-folding and heated side mirrors, Keyless entry with push-button start, leather upholstery, and power-adjustable, heated front sport seats.

Trim

Nissan GT-R Premium 

MSRP (RWD)

$115,435

Key Features

LED headlights

 

Leather seats

 

Front and rear Brembo performance brakes, limited-slip differential

 

20-inch alloy wheels 

 

8-inch touchscreen infotainment system

 

Bose audio system

The 2023 Nissan GT-R comes with a single optional package called Premium interior package. It costs $4,280 and helps buyers to upgrade to semi-aniline leather in a range of colors. Furthermore, buyers also have the option for Bayside Blue exterior paint, which is a new addition for 2023. The only optional additions available is floor mats which costs $480.

Premium Interior Package includes:-

  • Semi-aniline leather upholstery
  • Optional Bayside Blue exterior paint

We Recommend

As the 2023 Nissan GT-R is available in a single trim, that gives no choices to pick from. However, it is worth every penny, thanks to its beautifully engineered powertrain. Moreover, It comes with essential features like LED headlights, leather seats, keyless entry with push-button start, etc. One can opt for the Premium interior package as well if one wishes to upgrade the interior.

Release Date

The 2023 Nissan GT-R was launched on 28th October 2022.

Engine and Performance
8.7/10

The 2023 Nissan GT-R comes with a twin-turbo 3.8L V6 engine that makes 565 horsepower and 467 lb.-ft of torque. The coupe features a standard AWD and is aggressive in terms of acceleration in any gear. Even inexperienced drivers can feel heroic when driving the 2023 Nissan GT-R because of its responsive steering, adjustable suspension, strong frame, and impressive drivetrain. Due to active noise insulation, the Nissan GT-R's powertrain won't hurt your ears when you're driving down the highway. The coupe reaches the 60 MPH mark in just 2.7 seconds from a standstill which is better than the previous year’s 2.9 seconds. The car covers the quarter-mile distance in 11.5 seconds. 

Model

2023 Nissan GT-R

2023 Chevrolet Corvette Z06

2023 Jaguar F-Type R Coupe

2023 Porsche 718 Cayman GT4

MSRP

$115,435

$109,295

$109,775

$107,950

Engine

3.8L V6

5.5L V8

5.0L V8

4.0L H-6

Drivetrain

AWD

RWD

AWD

RWD

Transmission

6-speed Manual w/OD

8-speed Automatic w/OD

8-speed Automatic w/OD

8-speed Automatic w/OD

Power (horsepower)

565 hp @ 6,800 rpm

670 hp @ 8,400 rpm

575 hp @ 6,500 rpm

414 hp @ 7,600 rpm

Torque (lb.-ft)

467 hp @ 3,300 rpm

460 lb.-ft @ 6,300 rpm

516 lb.-ft @ 3,500rpm

309 lb.-ft @ 5000 rpm

0-60 MPH (seconds)

2.7 seconds

2.6 seconds

3.5 seconds

3.3 seconds

Quarter-mile (seconds)

11.5 seconds

6.7 seconds

11.7 seconds

11.6 seconds

Top Speed (MPH)

200 MPH

189 MPH 

186 MPH

188 MPH

The 2023 Nissan GT-R offers the least power delivery as compared to the Chevy Corvette Z06, the Jaguar F-Type R, and the Porsche 718 Cayman GT4. Furthermore, the GT-R delivers more torque output than the Corvette Z06. It is quicker to reach the 60 MPH mark than the F-Type R and the 718 Cayman GT 4. Similarly, it leads them in terms of quarter-mile timing as well. The top speed of the Nissan GT-R is 200 MPH which is at par with the segment.

2023 Nissan GT-R Ride and Handling

Despite its massive weight, the Nissan GT-R remains composed and controlled while maneuvering through twists and turns. This is possible due to the impressive Bilstein's DampTronic suspension system, which works with its ATTESA ET-S AWD drivetrain system to offer a solid grip over the asphalt. Compared to its rivals in the market, this car provides much more feedback to the input, be it in the case of steering response or braking. The 2023 GT-R offers absolute confidence to the driver while the turn-in is electric and provides excellent input. Nissan GT-R is hardly a grand tourer, but it's capable of driving every day when it's at its most comfortable.

2023 Nissan GT-R Braking Performance

The 2023 Nissan GT-R comes with vented disc brakes on all four of its wheels. The brake pads last about 35,000-60,000 miles depending on the nature of the driving. It comes with 15.3 in and 15 in brake rotors in front and back respectively. The brand provides Brake Assist and Hill Hold Control. It also gets an Anti-Lock Braking System. The car takes only 94 feet while cruising at 60 MPG to come to an absolute halt.

Model

2023 Nissan GT-R

2023 Chevrolet Corvette Z06

2023 Jaguar F-Type R Coupe

2023 Porsche 718 Cayman GT4

Brake Rotors (front) (in)

15.3 in

14.6 in

15 in

15 in

Brake Rotors (rear) (in)

15 in

15 in

14.8 in

15 in

Curb Weight (lbs)

3,933 lbs

3,500 lbs

3,920 lbs

3,208 lbs

60-0 (-ft)

94 feet

N/A

101 feet

N/A

The 2023 Nissan GT-R comes with the biggest front brake rotors as compared to the Chevrolet Corvette Z06, Jaguar F-Type R Coupe, and the Porsche 718 Cayman GT4. However, at the rear, the GT-R’s brake rotors are of the same size as the F-Type R and the 718 Cayman GT4. It is also the heaviest of the four rivals, contributing to its increased momentum while cruising at high speeds. Furthermore, it covers less distance than the F Type R during abrupt braking while at 60 MPH.

Fuel Economy
8.0/10

The Nissan GT-R offers a fuel efficiency of 16 MPG in a city, 22 MPG on a highway, and 18 MPG combined. These figures are satisfactory for a car in this segment. The Nismo model car comes with the same gas mileage. The Corvette Z06 features a massive 19.5-gallon fuel tank capacity. The range of travel of the coupe is 312 miles in a city and 429 miles on a highway. The highway-heavy evaluation route yielded 20.1 mpg, so the regular rider is expected to match the EPA figures easily.

Model

2023 Nissan GT-R

2023 Chevrolet Corvette Z06

2023 Jaguar F-Type R Coupe

2023 Porsche 718 Cayman GT4

MPG (city)

16

15

16

19

MPG (highway)

22

22

24

17

MPG (combined)

18

17

18

23

Fuel capacity (gallons)

19.5-gallons

18.5-gallons

18.5-gallons

16.9-gallons

Range (City/ highway/combined - in miles)

312/429/351

222/388.5/314.5 

296/444/333 

321.1/287.3/388.7 

The 2023 Nissan GT-R is less efficient in a city as compared to the Porsche 718 Cayman GT4. However, the 2023 GT-R is more economical on a highway than the 718 Cayman GT4. It also features a larger fuel tank capacity than all of its rivals. Apart from the Cayman GT4, the Nissan GT-R offers the best range of travel in a city, while it does better in terms of highway range than the Corvette Z06 and Cayman GT4.

Interior
8.7/10

The front seats of the 2023 Nissan GT-R have a heating feature with power adjustment as well, however, the passenger seat only gets 4 ways of adjustment, while the driver has an 8-way adjustment. Regardless of which seat you are in, the broad bolsters provide plenty of support and comfort. Furthermore, the leather upholstered seats have high-quality cushion and padding, which ensures utmost comfort. Ingress and egress are both simple, and visibility is excellent as per the car of this segment. Even so, it can be difficult to detect blind spots due to the thick A-pillars.

Model

2023 Nissan GT-R

2023 Chevrolet Corvette Z06

2023 Jaguar F-Type R Coupe

2023 Porsche 718 Cayman GT4

Passenger Capacity

4

2

2

2

First Row (Head/shoulder/legroom)

38.1/54.3/44.6

37.9/54.4/42.8

36.8/56.5/42.8

N/A

Second Row (Head/shoulder/legroom)

33.5/50/26.4

N/A

N/A

N/A

Cargo Capacity

8.8

12.6

14.4

N/A

The 2023 Nissan GT-R Coupe has more headroom than the Chevrolet Corvette Z06 and the Jaguar F-Type R Coupe. It also leads in terms of legroom as compared to both. Amongst the four rivals, only the Nissan GT-R is the only four-seater, while other cars seat two occupants. The interior of the F Type R and Corvette Z06 looks sporty and stylish. The GT-R’s cabin is appealing as well but lacks some essential modern features.

Some of the key interior features available with the 2023 Nissan GT-R include:

  • Heated seats
  • Power adjusted seats
  • Cruise control
  • Leather upholstery
  • Keyless entry
  • Dual-zone automatic climate control

How intuitive is the 2023 Nissan GT-R infotainment system?

The 2023 Nissan GT-R comes with an 8-inch Nissan Link touchscreen display infotainment system with a plethora of input buttons. The system only supports Apple CarPlay, whereas Android Auto is not supported in the GT-R. Furthermore, you get HD Radio, speech recognition, Bluetooth audio streaming, SiriusXM satellite radio, two USB ports, and an 11-speaker Bose audio system with two subwoofers. The infotainment system still needs improvement because it responds too slowly. At least the sound quality of the speakers is top-notch.

Some of the most notable infotainment features available with the 2023 Nissan GT-R include:

  • Speech recognition
  • Bluetooth Connectivity
  • Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
  • SiriusXM satellite radio
  • USB ports
  • Bose sound system

Exterior
8.7/10

The 2023 Nissan GT-R coupe's exterior hasn't changed all that much since it was first introduced, but it's still a modern looking car. The GT-R’s hood with two tiny vents proves that it's a perfect sports car. The helmet-visor wrapped around windscreen tapers with the glasshouse stopping above plump hips at the rear are integrated with multi-LED headlights and fog lights cohesively. Upfront, the fenders have vents above the doors, and at the rear, there is a useful rear diffuser, a sizable wing, and two sets of dual exhaust points. The 2023 GT-R comes with standard 20-inch forged alloy wheels from RAYS. The coupe stands at 48.9 inches and has an excellent ground clearance of about 5.3 inches. It weighs around 3,500 lbs.

Model

2023 Nissan GT-R

2023 Chevrolet Corvette Z06

2023 Jaguar F-Type R Coupe

2023 Porsche 718 Cayman GT4

Curb Weight (lbs)

3,933 lbs

3,500 lbs

3,920 lbs

3,208 lbs

Length (in.)

185.4

184.5

176

175.5

Width (in.)

74.6

79.7

74.2

70.9

Height (in.)

53.9

48.6

51.6

50

Ground Clearance (in.)

NA

5.3

3.9

3.2

Wheelbase (in.)

109.4

107.1

103.2

97.8

The 2023 Nissan GT-R is longer as compared to the Chevrolet Corvette Z06, Jaguar F-Type R, and the Porsche 718 Cayman GT4. It is also broader than the F-Type R and the 718 Cayman GT4. Moreover, the ground clearance of the Nissan GT-R is yet to be determined. Moreover, the Nissan GT-R offers a larger wheelbase than its competitors.

Some standout exterior features include:

  • 20-inch alloy wheels
  • Fog lights
  • LED headlights
  • Functional rear diffuser
  • Dual exhaust points
  • LED tail lights

Safety
8.0/10

The 2023 Nissan GT-R provides a six airbag setup that includes dual frontal, seat-mounted side-impact, and side-curtain airbag frontal airbags and seat-mounted side-impact airbags. Additionally, the car gets hill start assist, your typical traction and stability control systems. Sadly, the Nissan GT-R lacks modern driver-assist tech like blind-spot monitoring or adaptive cruise control. The 2023 GT-R has a standard warranty that lasts for the first 3 years and 36,000 miles. Furthermore, the engine is covered for the first five years and 60,000 miles. Additionally, roadside support is valid for 36 000 miles or three years. The Nissan GT-R has not yet been crash tested by official agencies like the IIHS and the NHTSA.

Some of the major safety features available with the 2023 Nissan GT-R include

  • Hill start assist
  • Traction control
  • Stability control
  • Anti-Lock Braking System
  • Brake assist
  • Tire pressure monitoring system

Competition
9.0/10

2023 Nissan GT-R vs 2023 Chevrolet Corvette Z06

The 2023 Chevrolet Corvette Z06 comes with a slightly cheaper price compared to the Nissan GT-R. With a bigger powertrain than the rival, the Corvette Z06 dominates it in terms of overall power delivery. However, with its twin-turbo engine, the GT-R generates better torque output. Furthermore, the Corvette Z06’s acceleration numbers are more impressive that include its time to reach the 60 MPH mark and a quarter mile distance. In our view, especially at this price point, one should go for the Corvette Z06.

2023 Nissan GT-R vs 2023 Jaguar F Type R

The 2023 Nissan GT-R is more expensive than the 2023 Jaguar F Type R. The F Type R offers more power and torque than the rival. Furthermore, in our view, the Jaguar F Type R boasts a much more premium interior and a more stylish exterior as well. On the other hand, the GT-R is quicker in terms of acceleration (0-60 MPH) and is known to provide swifter handling capabilities as compared to the competitor. To us, the F-Type Type R appeals a bit more as compared to the Nissan GT-R.

2023 Nissan GT-R vs 2023 Porsche 718 Cayman GT4

Being more expensive than the Porsche 718 Cayman GT4, the Nissan GT-R dominates the rival with its excellent performance figure. The 2023 GT-R produces better power delivery and torque output. It also reaches the 60 MPH mark quicker and does matter in terms of quarter-mile timing as well. Whereas, the 718 Cayman GTS is more fuel efficient. In terms of exterior, we prefer the racier look of the GT-R. though a bit dated, it is still a delight to watch. Amongst both, the Nissan GT-R comes out as a more attractive option. However, fanatics may prefer Cayman GT4 due to its reputation.

Final Verdict
8.0/10

The 2023 Nissan GT-R is an impressive sports coupe that definitely keeps up with the market’s expectations. It offers decent fuel economy with its V6 powertrain with swift ride and handling capabilities. The 2023 GT-R offers a premium and comfortable interior but lacks some modern features. Moreover, the exterior styling looks aggressive and sporty with its slim multi-LED lights and its smooth sleeky contours setting its overall profile as a perfect sports car. The brand ensures the safety of drivers and passengers through a number of protective features. The car comes in a single trim which can be opted for by the customers with an additional package if needed. As compared to its competitors, we feel that the Nissan GT-R comes out to be one of the strongest in this segment. It justifies its price range and stands tall with amazing specs despite being slightly dated compared to its rivals.

Trims

    Premium
    $116,040 onwards
    • Engine: 3.8L 6cyl AWD 6AM
    • Horsepower: 565 hp @ 6800 rpm hp
    • Torque: 467 lb.-ft. @ 3300 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 3.4 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 18 mpg
    NISMO
    $215,740 onwards
    • Engine: 3.8L 6cyl AWD 6AM
    • Horsepower: 600 hp @ 6800 rpm hp
    • Torque: 481 lb.-ft. @ 3600 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 3.3 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 18 mpg

2023 Nissan GT-R vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Source
    3.4 sec

    2023 Nissan GT-R vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Source
      16 mpg22 mpg18 mpg19.5 gal. -

      2023 Nissan GT-R vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Wheelbase
        Source
        185.4 in.74.6 in.53.9 in.109.4 in. -

        2023 Nissan GT-R vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Source
          8.8 cu.ft.79 cu.ft. -

          2023 Nissan GT-R vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Source
            8.8 cu.ft. -

            2023 Nissan GT-R vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Weight
              Source
              3933 lbs. -

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