The GT-R has standard driver and passenger side airbags combined with three-point seat belts, a combination which is 29% more effective in preventing injury and death than seatbelts alone.

To maximize occupant safety, the front seat shoulder belts of the Nissan GT-R have pretensioners to eliminate dangerous slack in the event of a collision and force limiters to limit the pressure the belts will exert on the passengers.

The GT-R has shoulder harnesses for all passengers. Shoulder harnesses are 10% more effective than lap belts in preventing injuries from collisions. Recent studies indicate that lap belts alone may cause as many or more injuries than they prevent.

The GT-R has standard front seat side-impact airbags and head airbags, which act as a forgiving barrier between the passengers and the door. Combined with high-strength steel door beams this system increases protection from broadside collisions.

Using vehicle speed sensors and seat sensors, smart airbags in the GT-R deploy with different levels of force or don't deploy at all to help better protect passengers of all sizes in different collisions. Airbags without smart features will always deploy full force.

The GT-R has standard four-wheel antilock disc brakes for quicker stops and controlled steering ability, especially under poor traction conditions.

The GT-R has all-wheel drive to maximize traction under poor conditions, especially in ice and snow.

To prevent wheel-spin and loss of control under poor traction conditions, full range traction control is standard on the Nissan GT-R.

The GT-R has standard Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC), which uses the antilock brake hardware along with powerful software and additional sensors to detect the beginning of a skid. VDC then intervenes by automatically applying the brake at one appropriate wheel, preventing a skid. A National Highway Traffic Safety Administration study showed that skid control systems reduced single-vehicle car crashes by 30%.

The Nissan GT-R has Daytime Running Lights to help keep it more visible under all conditions. Canadian government studies show that driving with lights during the day reduces accidents by 11% by making vehicles more conspicuous.

The GT-R has standard Front and Rear Sonar System to help warn drivers about vehicles, pedestrians or other obstacles behind or in front of their vehicle. The GT-R also has a standard backup monitor to help drivers see any and all obstacles behind their vehicle.

For better protection of the passenger compartment, the GT-R uses safety cell construction with a three-dimensional high-strength frame that surrounds the passenger compartment. It provides extra impact protection and a sturdy mounting location for door hardware and side impact beams. A body-on-frame design has no frame members above the floor of the vehicle.

The GT-R has standard NissanConnect Services, which uses a global positioning satellite (GPS) receiver and a cellular system to send emergency personnel to the scene if any airbags deploy. Without a GPS response system, if you're involved in an accident and you're incapacitated help may not come as quickly.

The GT-R comes with a full 3-year/36,000-mile basic warranty, which covers the entire car.

The GT-R comes with free roadside assistance for 3 years 36,000 miles. Nissan will send help if you run out of gas, need a jump-start, lock your keys in or need any assistance on the road.

Nissan's powertrain warranty fully covers the GT-R for 5 years or 60,000 miles long for any repair needed on the engine, transmission, axles, joints or driveshafts.

The GT-R's corrosion warranty is 5 years and unlimited miles long.

There are 1076 Nissan dealers in the United States, which makes it easy should you ever need service under the GT-R's warranty.

A hardened steel chain, with no maintenance needs, drives the camshafts in the GT-R's engine. If a rubber cam drive belt that needs periodic replacement breaks, the engine could be severely damaged when the pistons hit the opened valves.

For smoother operation, better efficiency and fewer moving parts, the engines in the GT-R have an overhead cam design, rather than an old pushrod design.

To reliably power the ignition and other systems and to recharge the battery, the GT-R has a standard 150-amp alternator.

A reliable vehicle saves its owner time, money and trouble. Nobody wants to be stranded or have to be without a vehicle while it's being repaired. Consumer Reports rates the GT-R average in reliability.

J.D. Power and Associates' 2023 Initial Quality Study of new car owners surveyed provide the statistics that show that Nissan vehicles are above average in initial quality. Nissan has 12 fewer problems per 100 vehicles than average.

The GT-R's standard 3.8 turbo V6 produces 565 horsepower and 467 lbs.-ft. of torque. The GT-R NISMO's standard 3.8 turbo V6 produces 600 horsepower and 481 lbs.-ft. of torque.

As tested in Motor Trend the Nissan GT-R (base engine) is fast (automatics tested):

On the EPA test cycle the GT-R gets excellent fuel mileage:

The GT-R has 19.5 gallons of fuel capacity, for longer range between fill-ups.

The GT-R has a tether attaching its gas cap to prevent its loss, so it can't be left at a gas station if the driver forgets to screw the cap back in.

The GT-R has a standard locking fuel door which locks and unlocks with the power locks. A locking fuel door helps prevent fuel theft and vandalism, such as sugar in the tank.

The Nissan GT-R comes standard with an automatic transmission, for driver comfort, especially in the city.

A six-speed automatic (SMG) is standard on the Nissan GT-R, for better acceleration and lower engine speed on the highway.

The GT-R offers a standard sequential manual gearbox (SMG). With no clutch pedal to worry about and a fully automatic mode, an SMG is much more efficient than a conventional automatic but just as easy to drive.

To facilitate fast shifting and allow the driver to focus on the road, the GT-R has a standard up-shift light to indicate when to shift, based on a value pre-entered by the driver.

All wheel drive, available in the GT-R, provides the best traction for acceleration in wet, dry, and icy conditions. In corners, all wheel drive allows both outside wheels to provide power, balancing the car. This allows for better handling.

The GT-R's launch control uses engine electronics to hold engine RPM's at 4100 in order to provide the most stable and rapid acceleration possible, using all of the available traction.

For better stopping power the GT-R's brake rotors are large:

The GT-R's standard front and rear disc brakes are vented to help dissipate heat for shorter stops with less fading.

The Nissan GT-R has standard four-wheel disc brakes for better stopping power and improved directional control in poor weather. Drums can heat up and make stops longer.

The GT-R NISMO/T-Spec has standard heat-treated ceramic brake rotors, which last ten to twenty times as long as conventional cast iron rotors, don't rust, don't fade during repeated high speed braking, and their lighter weight contribute to better braking, handling and acceleration.

The GT-R with its standard antilock brakes stops short:

For better traction, the GT-R has large front 255/40R20 and rear 285/35R20 tires.

The GT-R's 255/40R20 front and 285/35R20 rear tires provide better handling because they have a low 40 series front and 35 series rear profile (height to width ratio) that provides a stiffer sidewall.

For better ride, handling and brake cooling the GT-R has standard 20-inch wheels.

The Nissan GT-R's wheels have 5 lugs for longer wheel bearing life, less chance of rotor warping and greater strength.

Changing a flat tire near traffic can be dangerous and inconvenient. The run-flat tires standard on the GT-R can be driven up to 50 miles without any air pressure, allowing you to drive to a service station for a repair.

The Nissan GT-R's independent front suspension is much lighter than a solid front axle, which allows the GT-R's wheels to react more quickly and accurately to the road's surface, improving both ride and handling.

For superior ride and handling, the Nissan GT-R has fully independent front and rear suspensions. An independent suspension allows the wheels to follow the road at the best angle for gripping the pavement, without compromising ride comfort.

The GT-R has standard front and rear gas-charged shocks for better control over choppy roads.

The GT-R has standard front and rear stabilizer bars, which help keep the GT-R flat and controlled during cornering.

The front and rear suspension of the GT-R uses coil springs for better ride, handling and control than leaf springs. Coil springs compress more progressively and offer more suspension travel for a smoother ride with less bottoming out.

The GT-R has a standard driver-adjustable suspension system. It allows the driver to choose between an extra-supple ride, reducing fatigue on long trips, or a sport setting, which allows maximum control for tricky roads.

For much better steering response and tighter handling the GT-R has rack and pinion steering, like Formula racecars, instead of a recirculating-ball type.

The GT-R has standard power steering to make quick and controllable low speed maneuvers easy.

The GT-R has vehicle speed sensitive variable-assist power steering, for low-effort parking, better control at highway speeds and during hard cornering, and a better feel of the road.

For a smoother ride and more stable handling, the GT-R's wheelbase is 109.4 inches.

For better handling and stability, the track (width between the wheels) on the GT-R is 62.6 to 63 inches wide in the front and 63 inches wide in the rear.

The GT-R's front to rear weight distribution is an even 54.7% to 45.3%. This gives the GT-R more stable handling and braking.

The GT-R NISMO handles at 1.02 G's of cornering force in a Motor Trend skidpad test.

The GT-R NISMO executes Motor Trend's “Figure Eight” maneuver in only 22.9 seconds at .92 average G's.

For better maneuverability, the GT-R's turning circle is 36.6 feet. The GT-R NISMO's turning circle is 37.4 feet.

The Nissan GT-R may be more efficient, handle and accelerate better because it weighs only 3867 to 3935 pounds.

The GT-R is only 184.6 to 185.4 inches long, making the GT-R easier to handle, maneuver and park in tight spaces.

The GT-R is only 74.6 inches wide, making it easier to handle and maneuver in traffic.

The GT-R is only 53.9 inches in height, making the GT-R much easier to wash and garage and drive (lower center of gravity).

Unibody construction makes the GT-R's chassis much stiffer, which contributes to better handling, and enables softer springs to be used for a better ride. Unibody construction's stiffness also contributes to better durability and less body squeaks and rattles.

To almost totally eliminate engine vibration in the passenger area, the GT-R has a liquid-filled front engine mount. The liquid helps further dampen engine harshness.

The design of the Nissan GT-R amounts to more than styling. The GT-R has an aerodynamic coefficient of drag of .26 Cd. A more efficient exterior helps the GT-R go faster and keeps the interior quieter. It also helps the GT-R get better fuel mileage.

For excellent aerodynamics, the GT-R has standard flush composite headlights.

The GT-R uses computer-generated active noise cancellation to help remove annoying noise and vibration from the passenger compartment, especially at low frequencies.

Because it has more passenger and cargo room, the EPA rates the GT-R a Subcompact car.

The GT-R has standard seating for 4 passengers.

The GT-R has 79 cubic feet of passenger volume.

The GT-R has 38.1 inches of front headroom, 44.6 inches of front legroom, 54.7 inches of front hip room, 54.3 inches of front shoulder room, 33.5 inches of rear headroom, 26.4 inches of rear legroom, 44.9 inches of rear hip room and 50 inches of rear shoulder room.

The GT-R has a large 8.8 cubic feet of trunk volume with its rear seat up.

To allow full utilization of available cargo room, the GT-R's trunk lid uses gas strut supported hinges that don't intrude into the trunk.

With its coupe body style, valet key and remote trunk release lockout, the GT-R offers cargo security.

A standard locking glovebox (which can't be accessed with the valet key) keeps your small valuables safer in the GT-R.

The engine in the GT-R is mounted longitudinally (North-South), instead of sideways. This makes it easier to service and maintain, because there are no rear spark plugs and the accessory belts are in front.

A maintenance reminder system is standard on the GT-R to save the owner time and money by calculating maintenance intervals for oil changes, tire rotation, and transmission fluid replacement, based on odometer mileage. This takes the guesswork out of keeping your vehicle in top condition and helps it last longer.

The GT-R's entire steering wheel hub sounds the horn, facilitating hitting the horn in an emergency.

The engine computer on the GT-R automatically engages the starter until the car starts with one twist of the key and disables the starter while the engine is running. Without this feature the starter can be accidentally engaged while the engine is running, making a grinding noise and possibly damaging the starter and ring gear.

The GT-R's standard tilting steering column adjusts to different sized drivers and makes entering and exiting easier.

To help each driver find a more comfortable driving position, the GT-R has a telescoping steering wheel. Much better than just a tilt steering wheel or adjustable seat, this allows a short driver to sit further from the steering wheel while maintaining contact with the pedals.

The GT-R's instruments include an oil pressure gauge and a temperature gauge - which could save your engine! Often ‘idiot lights' don't warn you until damage has been done.

The GT-R's standard power windows allow the driver or passenger to lower and raise the windows without leaning over or being distracted.

The GT-R's standard power windows have a locking feature to keep children from operating them.

The GT-R's front power windows open or close fully with one touch of the switches, making it more convenient at drive-up windows and toll booths, or when talking with someone outside the car.

The GT-R's standard power window controls are mounted on the armrest for easy access.

The GT-R's standard power locks allow the driver or passenger to lock or unlock all the doors at a touch without leaning over.

The GT-R's power locks have a lockout prevention feature. When the key is in the passenger compartment and the driver's door is open, the locks unlock every time you lock them.

The GT-R's standard doors lock when a certain speed is reached. This is an important feature for occupant safety. Locked doors are proven to open less often in collisions, and they are also effective in preventing crime at traffic lights.

The Intelligent Key standard on the GT-R allows you to unlock the driver's door, trunk and start the engine all without removing a key from pocket or purse. This eliminates searching for keys before loading groceries, getting in the vehicle in bad weather or making a hurried start to your trip.

The GT-R's power window and power lock switches are lit from behind, making them plainly visible and easier to operate at night.

The GT-R's speed-sensitive wipers speed up when the vehicle does, so that the driver doesn't have to continually adjust the speed of the wipers.

The GT-R's LED headlights produce a whiter, brighter light (up to 3x) using five times less power than halogen headlights. LED lights also light instantly and last over twenty times longer than halogen.

The GT-R has a standard automatic headlight on/off feature. When the ignition is on, the headlights automatically turn on at dusk and off after dawn.

The GT-R's standard side window demisters help clear frost or condensation from the side windows in the winter. Without side window demisters the driver may have to wipe the windows from the outside to gain side vision.

The GT-R's sun-visors swivel front-to-side to block glare from the side windows.

The GT-R has standard power remote mirrors. Without a remote driver side or passenger side mirror the driver will have to roll down the windows and reach across the car to adjust the mirrors.

The GT-R's standard outside mirrors include heating elements to clear off the mirrors for better visibility.

The GT-R's power mirror controls are mounted on the dash for easy access.

The GT-R's standard rear view mirror has an automatic dimming feature. This mirror can be set to automatically darken quickly when headlights shine on it, keeping following vehicles from blinding or distracting the driver.

The GT-R has standard heated front seats, which keep the driver and front passenger extremely comfortable in the winter.

The GT-R has a standard center folding armrest for the driver and front passenger. A center armrest helps combat driver fatigue.

The GT-R has a standard center folding armrest for the rear passengers. A center armrest helps make rear passengers more comfortable and it can provide a boundary between children.

The GT-R's standard dual zone air conditioning allows the driver and front passenger to choose two completely different temperatures so people with different temperature preferences won't have to compromise. This makes both the driver and front passenger as comfortable as possible.

The GT-R's standard automatic temperature control maintains the temperature you set, automatically controlling fan speed, vents and temperature to maintain a consistent, comfortable environment.

For greater rear passenger comfort, the GT-R has standard rear heat vents to keep rear occupants more comfortable.

A built-in pollen filter removes pollen, exhaust fumes and other pollutants from the GT-R's passenger compartment. This helps prevent lung and/or sinus irritation which can trigger allergies or asthma.

To help keep the driver's hands on the wheel, the GT-R has standard steering wheel controls for the radio.

Standard smartphone integration for the GT-R allows the driver and passengers access to select programs on their smartphones, including reading text messages aloud, playing internet radio stations and other connected activities without taking their eyes off the road or their hands from the wheel.

To direct the driver from any location to a given street address, a GPS navigation system is standard on the GT-R. The GT-R's navigation system also has a real-time traffic update feature that offers alternative routes to automatically bypass traffic problems. (Service not available in all areas.)

With standard voice command, the GT-R offers the driver hands free control of the radio and the navigation computer by simply speaking.

The GT-R's standard window glass integrated antenna requires no maintenance and resists damage.

Bluetooth wireless connectivity is standard on the GT-R, connecting the driver and passenger's cell phones to the vehicle systems. This allows them to use the vehicle's stereo and hand controls to place calls safely and easily.