Nismo GT-R 2017: Critics praise Nissan's 'exciting' coupe

It's 'staggeringly fast' and 'terrifically responsive' – but is it worth the extra money?

GT-R NISMO

Nissan has finally released its striking Nismo GT-R, the hardcore version of its recently facelifted R35 coupe.

It houses the same 3.8-litre V6 engine as the regular model, but Nissan has injected a further 30bhp and 12lb-ft torque for an output of 592bhp and 482lb-ft torque. This is helped by the addition of two racing-derived turbochargers, which are bolted-on by hand.

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