2014 Nissan GT-R fine-tuned with new updates

While the Nissan GT-R Nismo is getting all the raves in the motoring world, the evolution never stops for the standard Nissan GT-R. The iconic Japanese supercar has been refreshed for 2014, offering multiple updates, yet with no compromise in performance.

The sales of 2014 Nissan GT-R begin in Japan on December 2, to be followed by sales at Nissan dealerships in other markets worldwide including Australia, with a local release currently anticipated in March next year.

The 2014 Nissan GT-R offers smoother ride comfort, more refinement and improved interior quality and fit and finish, in the spirit of a great “GT”.

2014 Nissan GT-R Updates:

Chassis

The suspension was fine-tuned to reduced load fluctuation between the four wheels, giving better stability and more consistent grip.

More constant tyre contact is achieved by optimised electronic control of the shock-absorber valves, as well as modified front stabiliser spring rates and updated bush link. The tuning of these parts, which makes best use of the suspension strokes and enhances road-holding capability, gives a poised, confident ride and outstanding traction on rough roads.

With minute vibrations and road noise reduced, the new GT-R is more refined and comfortable. An additional benefit is improved straight-line stability, with fewer small steering corrections needed to maintain the correct trajectory during highway driving.

The upgraded GT-R is now fitted as standard with Dunlop SP Sport Maxx GT 600 DSST CTT tyres, for improved grip and response in all conditions thanks to stiffer sidewalls which reduce deformation, improving steering response under hard cornering. At the front, their specification is: 255/40ZRF20(97Y) and at the rear: 285/35ZRF20(100Y).

The braking calibration has been retuned for a more firm, linear response at everyday speeds, making smooth braking more intuitive, generating greater confidence, particularly in wet conditions.

The GT-R’s steering has been fine-tuned to reduce the effort required for in-town maneuvers, while maintaining its good feedback during high-speed driving. The combination of retuned suspension and improved steering feel give even greater performance at high speed cornering.

Exterior design

The 2014 Nissan GT-R sees significant updates to both the front and rear lights. Customers looking for added visual impact now have a wider color palette to choose from.

The GT-R sports new efficient, high-intensity, multi-LED headlights that create a distinctive “lightning” motif, generating a striking exterior visual signature. The new unique visual reference enhances the GT-R’s road presence, particularly in low-light and at night – while the fitment of the new headlights gives the driver increased visibility.

The new headlights feature AFS (Adaptive Front lighting System) that automatically adapts the angle of the light beam according to the speed of the car. At highway speeds, actuators in the headlight unit adjust the angle of the projectors to project the light further. The four LED units are configured with new intensive LED hi-beam and three different LED low-beams including long-distance-illumination and wide-illumination.

At the rear, the GT-R’s iconic four-ring tail light signature now forms coherent circles of illumination, making it even more easily recognisable to fellow owners and enthusiasts.

Upon start up, the full new lighting signature is illuminated, creating a dramatic start-up procedure.

Visual appeal is reinforced with the addition of a new body color called Gold Flake Red Pearl. As its name suggests, there are microscopic gold-tinted glass flakes infused into the red paint, creating a spectacular effect in the deep, lustrous paint as the light catches the finish.

Interior

Choice of three interior color schemes includes a new pale ivory trim option.

The steering wheel is trimmed in leather, for premium tactility, while the part-aniline leather seats are further embellished with stitched accents, giving the GT-R an improved cabin ambience.

Body

To achieve the project’s ambitious targets for high-speed handling and ride comfort, Nissan enhanced the level of precision-constructed body elements and advanced assembly methods to create the 2014 Nissan GT-R.

Each part is made of materials selected for optimum performance: Precision-constructed, multi-material hybrid body combines steel, carbon fibre and die-cast aluminum to achieve high stiffness and light weight.

Thanks to the rigidity of the GT-R’s body construction, suspension precision is guaranteed while refinement is enhanced, resulting in exceptional cabin refinement even at high speeds and under hard cornering.

Thanks to optimised insulation and acoustic tuning, even at high speeds, the occupants are able to enjoy the sporty engine sound.

An optional carbon rear wing is offered, which is attached to a carbon boot lid, giving a weight saving of half compared with the standard boot lid.