What GT-R means?
Ava Arnold
Updated on January 08, 2026
GTR - aka 'Gran Turismo Racer' - has been an acronym saved for only the most sacred of automotive machinery of the last few decades. Be it Japanese, Italian, German or British, GTR is a badge that can never be bought; only earned.
What does GT and GT-R mean?
They are regarded as performance car icons and have developed a cult like following. The GT-R name stands for Gran Turismo Racing. Nissan's cars aren't the only ones to wear the GT-R/GTR badge, however, their cars are often synonymous with the name.What is GT-R in Nissan?
Nissan GT-R. Nissan GTR is a 4 seater Coupe available at a price of ₹ 2.12 Crore. It is available in 1 variant, 3799 cc engine option and 1 transmission option : Automatic (DCT). Other key specifications of the GTR include a Ground Clearance of 110 mm, Kerb Weight of 1752 kg and Bootspace of 315 litres.What kind of car is a GT-R?
Yes, the 2021 Nissan GT-R is a good luxury sports car . The GT-R boasts a monstrous twin-turbo V6 engine and a sophisticated all-wheel-drive system. This pairing allows the GT-R to accelerate to triple-digit speeds in mere seconds and carve up winding roads with a collectedness that belies its nearly two-ton weight.Is the Nissan GT-R fast?
Acceleration and Top SpeedThe 2021 GT-R Nismo has a top speed of 205 mph. The 2021 GT-R Premium doesn't quite match the Nismo, but it's still impressive. Its clocks 0-60 mph in just 2.9 seconds. Its top speed is 196 mph.
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Are all GT-R automatic?
Engine, Transmission, and PerformanceIt hooks up to a six-speed automatic transmission and all-wheel drive that conspire to put all that power to the pavement. At our test track, the GT-R launched itself from zero to 60 mph in a mere 2.9 seconds.
Why is GT-R called Godzilla?
The Skyline R32 was nicknamed Godzilla in 1989 - because of its ability to dominate Japanese Touring Car Racing. However it was also totally exclusive to Japan so the rest of the World could only read about the GT-R in magazines!Which Nissan GT-R is the best?
7 Of The Most Awesome Nissan GT-R Special Editions
- R35 GT-R50.
- R32 Skyline GT-R Nismo. Video: YouTube/International Vehicle Importers.
- R33 Skyline GT-R Nismo 400R.
- R33 Skyline GT-R 40th Anniversary Autech.
- R35 GT-R 45th Anniversary.
- R34 Skyline GT-R Nismo Z-Tune.
Why is GT-R so famous?
Because it was the turning point in Nissan race history and the first GTR was the most powerful car built in Japan at that time. The GTR won nearly every race in Japan from 1968 to 1971. This is why it has become legendary.What is a GT-R engine?
GT-R 3.8-L TWIN-TURBO V6 ENGINEInstead of a large, heavy engine thirsty for fuel, the Nissan GT-R is powered by an ideally sized, twin-turbocharged 3.8-L V6 that produces a prodigious 565 hp and equally immense 467 lb-ft of torque.