One of the staples of the Coupe segment is the Nissan GT-R. In the previous model year released a brand new version of the GT-R with two versions: Base and Premium. Sales for the GT-R, especially the GT-R Base, were brisk during 2009 and 2010. The improved vehicle quality and the classic styling were responsible for the sales boost.

Nissan GT-R Engine Specs

The GT-R Base is equipped with a Nissan 3.8 liter six-cylinder engine that utilizes 24 valves. The engine is mated to a Borg Warner 6-speed Transaxle. This is a long-standing favorite for buyers in the Coupe arena.

The fuel system for the 2009 GT-R is a traditional SFI, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel is controlled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The capacity of the fuel tank is 12 gallons.

Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The GT-R has power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. The car uses coil front springs and coil in the rear.

Vehicle Statistics

The dimensions of the GT-R Base are inches wide by inches long. It sits a comfortable inches off the ground. It seats a standard several adults passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of allows for limited leg room for the backseat passengers.

The listed retail price in 2009 (MSRP) was an industry-average price, with an invoice cost of an industry-average price. This price is above average of the industry average price for a two-door Coupe.

The standard warranty period for the GT-R is 60* months, or 50,000* miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the coupe market.

Fuel Efficiency

The GT-R Base received a miles-per-gallon rating of seventeen in-city driving and twenty three when it came to long-distance. Being a gas-powered non-green car, this was exceptional.

We Think...

The 2009 model year was telling year for the Nissan GT-R. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the Base version) meant that buyers had several options to choose from..

Tags: 2-Door, Base, Coupe, Nissan GT-R, United States market

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