When Nissan finally brought the iconic GT-R name back in 2009, the auto industry took serious notice as a car costing under $80,000 had the ability to run rings around legitimate supercars. With just 478 horsepower, the 2009 through 2011 model year cars could destroy 60 mph in under four seconds and rock to a top speed close to the coveted 200 mph mark. As impressive as that was, Nissan saw there could be more and upped the GT-R’s power for 2012 to a stout 530 horsepower which dropped its acceleration figures even lower. Somehow, the gearheads responsible for the car were not fully satisfied as the 2013 model year GT-R once again gets a power bump. For only $96,820, a 545 horsepower, twin turbo, all wheel drive machine can be set loose on the streets and the track.
For the 2013 model year, Nissan took the face lifted 2012, added more power and retuned suspension to keep up with extra boost. The same VR38DETT 3.8 liter V6 powers all four wheels via the exclusive ATTESA all wheel drive system. The six speed dual clutch transmission and transfer case are placed in the rear to help balance out the admittedly heavy GT-R. A larger air intake duct for the intercooler as well as an improved EGR are responsible for the 15 horsepower increase and total torque output now stands at 463 lb-ft. As always, the twin turbocharged six cylinder is hand-built in one, super clean assembly room in Japan. The Bilstein DampTronic suspension has been subtlety revised to offer even more confidence as well as a more comfortable ride. Just as the 2012 car, the 2013 carries improved aerodynamics and slightly revised fascia that include LED accents for the head lamps.
Two trim levels will be offered: the base Premium and higher end Black Edition. The later books for $106,320 and gets special, six-spoke RAYS wheels with Dunlop Sports Max GT 600 DSST CTT tires and a new-for-2013 dry carbon fiber rear spoiler. All GT-Rs get a new rearview monitor standard and are currently arriving at U.S. dealers nationwide.
Source: Nissan
