The Nissan Skyline is a line of compact cars, sports cars, and compact executive cars originally produced by the Prince Motor Company starting in 1957 and later by Nissan after the two companies merged in 1966. The Skyline has a long and storied history, with numerous iterations and models over the years.
One of the most iconic models in the Skyline lineup is the GT-R, which gained fame for its performance and dominance in motorsports, particularly in racing series like Group A and Super GT. The GT-R models, including the legendary R32, R33, R34, and the modern R35, have become icons in the automotive world for their advanced technology and impressive performance capabilities.
The Skyline has also been offered in various body styles, including sedans, coupes, and convertibles, catering to a wide range of tastes and preferences in the automotive market. It's worth noting that in some markets outside Japan, the Skyline has been sold under different names, such as the Infiniti G-series in North America.
Overall, the Nissan Skyline has left a significant mark on automotive history, particularly in the realm of performance cars, and continues to be cherished by enthusiasts around the world.
Since its debut in 1957,the Skyline has continually evolved as a Grand Touring car that has consistently delivered superlative driving performance. The GTR, the epitomy of Skyline, has been tested to it’s limits on the legendary Nurburgring circuit, following an unrelenting process of development, and resulting in the car being dubbed by ‘Car’ magazine as the best all-round supercar in the world.
Lessons learned in the development of the GTR are today manifest in the new GT turbo. From the ‘straight 6’, 206kW turbocharged engine, to the multi-link suspension and Nissan’s Super HICAS 4-wheel steering system,the GT turbo provides superb driving performance.
Nissan Skyline’s purposeful design is equalled only by its aggressive soul. Its engine. The 2.5 litre DOHC, 24 valve, 6 cylinder, turbo charged engine in the GT turbo produces 206 kWs of power and in excess of 300 Nms of torque (363 in manual, 333 in automatic). Coupled with Nissan’s variable valve timing control system (VVTC) it elivers higher power and torque right across the rev range.
Sporty driving demands concentration, you need information at a glance. The GT turbo’s cockpit is equipped with all you need to provide accurate and timely information on the car’s performance. Performance isn’t just about engine power, it’s also about the transmission of that power.
To make the most of the engine’s performance, Nissan have developed a 5 speed manual transmission and an electronically controlled 4 speed automatic featuring a manual shift mode. The ‘Dualmatic M-Atx’combines the driving ease of an automatic with the direct shifting of a manual. Shifting is either by the gear lever or by the toggle controls on the steering wheel.
You don’t just sit in a GT turbo, you wear it. Monoform sports seats with heavily contoured profiles provide comfortable support under all driving conditions. Completing the interior’s sporty look are the black and silver leather bound steering wheel and the drilled alloy foot pedals.
Maximum grip from the all-round Multi-link suspension delivers ultimate responsiveness to the driver’s actions keeping the tyres in solid touch with the road. Body roll is almost nonexistant while the front strut tower brace increases body rigidity, to further improve handling response. To truly enjoy a driving experience, you must be confident about the safety of you and your passengers. Nissan’s Triple Safety concept gives you that peace of mind.
First there is Information Safety, where features such as Xenon and CSR Halogen headlights help the driver identify potential hazards. Control Safety features provide the driver with the means to avoid hazards by controlling the vehicle with precision these include ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) with Brake Assist, disc brakes, all-round Multi-link suspension and Super HICAS 4-wheel steering.
Impact Safety features minimise injury in the event of an accident. Nissan’s exclusive Zone Body construction divides the vehicle body into two separate zones a crushable zone (front and rear) designed to absorb collision impact, and a safety restraint zone that acts as a protective shell around the vehicle occupants. Dual SRS (Supplementary Restraint System) airbags and seat belt pretensioners with load limiters provide further protection for front seat occupants.
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