Nissan GT-R R35

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The Nissan GT-R R35 (2009–2024): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 5 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: R35 · Sold in: United States and Canada

Dimensions, weights and capacity

Specification	Europe	North America	Wikipedia
Dimensions
Length	4,650–4,710 mm RDW	4,660 mm TC	4,656–4,709 mm
Width	1,900 mm RDW	1,900 mm TC	1,895–1,902 mm
Height	1,370 mm RDW	1,370 mm TC	1,369–1,372 mm
Wheelbase	2,780 mm RDW	2,780 mm TC	2,780 mm
Front track	1,590–1,600 mm ASTRA	1,580–1,590 mm TC	–
Rear track	1,600 mm ASTRA	1,600 mm TC	–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight	1,635–1,760 kg RDW	1,738–1,779 kg TC	1,680–1,827 kg
Mass in running order	1,735–1,860 kg RDW	–	–
Gross vehicle weight	2,200 kg RDW	–	–
Towing, braked trailer	1,200 kg RDW	–	–
Towing, unbraked trailer	740 kg RDW	–	–
Seats and space
Seats	4 RDW	–	–
Doors	2 RDW	–	–
Boot space	–	–	315 L
Luggage space (EPA)	–	255 L EPA	–
Passenger space (EPA)	–	2,237–2,492 L EPA	–
Fuel tank	–	–	71–74 L
Performance
Top speed	300–315 km/h RDW	–	310–318 km/h
Torque	588–652 Nm ASTRA	–	583–652 Nm

Tyre sizes (most common first): 255/40R20, 285/35R20

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia (en, de, fr, ja, es, pl, cs, sv), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), US EPA fuel economy data, Traficom type approvals (Finland). Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age

Age at test	Pass rate	UK average	Tests
4–5 years	96.7% (95.2–97.8)	91.0%	730
6–8 years	97.3% (96.3–98.0)	86.4%	1,409
9–12 years	94.6% (93.5–95.5)	77.9%	1,864
13 years and older	94.7% (93.8–95.5)	69.2%	2,603

What the MOT finds

Area	This model	UK average, same ages
Tyres	9.0%	29.8%
Brakes	7.7%	28.3%
Suspension	4.7%	27.3%
Noise, emissions and leaks	2.1%	9.8%
Visibility (glass, mirrors, wipers)	2.1%	9.1%
Lights and electrics	1.9%	18.6%

First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

33 complaints for model years 2009–2017. 2 fires

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 5 versions of the Nissan GT-R R35

United States 3 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and version	Engine	Fuel	Gearbox	Drive	Consumption (combined)	CO₂
2011–2024	3.8 L	Petrol	6-speed automated manual	All-wheel drive	17–19 MPG (12.4–13.8 L/100 km) EPA	291–325 g/km
2010PR	3.8 L	Petrol	6-speed automated manual	Four-wheel drive	17 MPG (13.8 L/100 km) EPA	325 g/km
2009EMS	3.8 L	Petrol	6-speed automatic	Four- or all-wheel drive	18 MPG (13.1 L/100 km) EPA	307 g/km

Canada 2 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and version	Engine	Fuel	Gearbox	Consumption (combined)	CO₂
2011–2024Subcompact	3.8 L	Petrol	6-speed automated manual	12.6–13.6 L/100 km 5-cycle	290–313 g/km
2009–2010Subcompact	3.8 L	Petrol	6-speed automatic	13.1–13.6 L/100 km 5-cycle	301–313 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.