The Nissan GT-R Is Back For 2023

Nissan skipped the 2022 model year of the GT-R, leading many to believe that the automaker canceled the supercar completely. But the good news is that the GT-R is back for the 2023 model year!

Our team at Maus Nissan of North Tampa takes a look at what changes were made to it.

Performance Specs for 2023

The aptly named “Godzilla” car is back, and it is better than ever! Though it shares some of the same features as the 2021 model year, it does have a few upgrades on deck for 2023.

The engine is the same 3.8-liter V6 which offers up to 565 horsepower and 467 lb.-ft of torque if you opt for the GT-R Premium all-wheel-drive option.

The new GT-R also features twin turbochargers and hand-assembled engines as well as titanium exhaust system components. According to Nissan, the GT-R’s power is directed through a standard ATTESA ET-S all-wheel-drive system that splits the torque between the front and rear to customize the vehicle’s performance based on the present driving conditions.

A six-speed dual-clutch transaxle mounts in the rear and optimizes the overall weight distribution of the car. This transmission also allows for more aggressive down-shifting.

The GT-R’s suspension is an independent double-wishbone front and an independent multi-link at the rear. These systems include Bilstein DampTronic shock absorbers with selectable settings including:

• Normal
• Comfort
• R

To add a sense of racing fun, the modes utilize large switches on the center console as controls.

Any Other Changes for 2023?

Taking a peek inside the interior, it is for the most part unchanged since 2021. The major updates for 2023 include the addition of Apple CarPlay and a backup camera. Nissan has not yet added the Android Auto system to the GT-R’s infotainment system though.

Nissan decided to cut the former T-Spec and NISMO special editions, which only leaves room for the two trim levels, the GT-R Premium, and the GT-R NISMO.

The History of the Nissan GT-R

What makes the 2023 iteration of the Nissan GT-R so special is its long and unique history. Let’s take a quick look!

• The GT-R was first unveiled in 1968 and was based on its existing Skyline economy sedan.
• In 1970 the GT-R was offered as a 2-door coupe, creating the standard that all GT-R models follow.
• No further GT-R models were introduced until 1989 when a new generation of performance coupes emerged. This is when it earned its nickname “Godzilla.”
• From the 1990s to 2002 the GT-R was updated several times to remain competitive in FIA racing.
• In 2002 a new generation of the GT-R was put into motion, but the development process took five years. In the summer of 2008, Nissan’s American audience finally got the chance to buy a new GT-R.
• For the next few years, the GT-R only saw a few incremental changes
• In 2017, the GT-R received a mid-cycle refresh
• Since 2017, there have been slight changes here and there, but the concept remains largely unchanged overall. Nissan doesn’t mess with a good thing if they don’t have to!

Bottom Line

With the return to stateside offerings, the GT-R is showing renewed life for 2023, though it only comes with a few updates. This iteration is an exciting addition to Nissan’s lineup and continues its legacy of greatness that we hope will continue with new models and updates in the future.

Test Drive the 2023 Nissan GT-R

Ready to take the “Godzilla” for a test drive? Come visit us at Maus Nissan of North Tampa to take the 2023 Nissan GT-R for a test drive! Or call us at (813) 800-6287 for more information!