Next GTR "R35" FAQ!

[r35gtr]

R35GTR Frequently Asked Questions

This FAQ was created to help answer some of the frequently asked questions encountered at r35forum.com, or at SAU. Please note that much of the information in this document is based on speculation, rumor, and incomplete information, as NISSAN MOTOR CO., LTD. has yet to announce much formal information on the 2007 Nissan R35GTR. As well, please note "r35gtr" is used here throughout, but Nissan has not mentioned the next gtr's name, they have but called it the GTR only. I use "r35gtr" throughout because many people associate it with that title, but you can substitute it for next gtr if you like. Once Nissan does provide a name for it, I'll be sure to include it in this FAQ and overwride the "r35gtr."

Table of Contents

1. Introduction

1a. History

1b. Vehicle Overview

2. What are the specs of the R35GTR?

2a. Body-design, Size, and Weight

2b. Engine

2c. Transmission

2d. Wheels and Brakes

3. How well will it perform?

3a. General

3b. Will the R35 outperform luxury sport cars like the Porsche 911 Turbo?

4. When will it be released?

5. How much will it cost and what options will be available?

6. Miscellaneous

6a. Is the R35GTR the replacement for the Nissan Skyline R34 GTR?

6b. Will it be N/A (Naturally Aspirated), or will it be turbo?

6c. What other related cars might Nissan be developing?

7. Where can I find more information, articles, and pictures about the R35GTR?

8. Summary

9. Who wrote this R35GTR FAQ?

1. Introduction

1a. History

The R35GTR will be the hard work of 7 progressive years. Nissan R&D, since 2000 had plans of the 11th generation GTR. The Nissan Skyline R34 GTR is in no way similar to the R35GTR. The R35GTR is separate from the Skyline lineage, so there is no direct correlation between any precedent models of the GTR. The RB26DETT had poor emissions always, and the R34 GTR had low mpg ratings. The engine produced 280hp (320hp unofficially), and it was an inline six, 2.6 litre twin turbo engine. None of the Skyline or GTR models were ever released in the U.S. although import companies like RbMotoring has made it possible to import and register one. In Japan, the R34 GTR was discontinued in 2002, with the Nur and M-Spec limited edition models. The V36 Skyline, due out 2006 will be based on the previous skyline coupe AND sedan models.

In 2001, Nissan unveiled a concept, the GTR Concept in 2001 at the Tokyo Motor Show. As a result, many were skeptical of the design so Nissan went back to the drawing board and has kept hush about it since then. This car is the direct predecessor to the R35GTR. The engine spec's of the GTR Concept were never known, nor mentioned, but it is rumored to have had no engine at the show, although the promo video featuring the GTR Concept was a running model, suspected to have had a VQ engine from a track model Fairlady Z33. The engine should have made about 250-300hp at crank. Since its debut, Nissan has stated to make a production model for 2007. It is noted to be unveiled in late 2006 at the Geneva Auto Show.

1b. Vehicle Overview

We know that the R35GTR will have 2 doors, and four real bucket seats, and is a rear-wheel drive (not leaning toward's AWD) design based around Nissan's VQ engine. Like Nissan's previous Skyline models, the R35GTR will be a sporty car and is expected to have excellent handling and great acceleration. Rumor has it that the R35GTR will have stiffer handling than its previous counterparts, which were known for their handling in tight corners. The R35GTR will fall into categories like sports car, sports coupe, etc. There are no current length measurements.

The latest specifications on the VQ32DETT engine have it making an estimated 480ps at 7200rpm. Why go with the VQ and turbo it? Well, due to emission problems Nissan had with the RB26DETT, it has dropped it and made a new designed VQ engine with better emissions and gas mileage, also reduces oil consumption with a "semi-wet sump" system. See the section on specifications for more details on the engine.

2. What are the specs of the R35GTR?

2a. Body-design, Size, and Weight

In terms of weight, there is a lot of speculation on how much the car will weigh. Nissan hasn't traditionally built lightweight sports cars so we suspect the R35GTR to be within 3200 pounds like the 350z, and its older counterparts. If worst comes to worst, expect it to be tipping 3400 pounds. Carbon and Aluminum Panels will provide maximum rigidity. The Nissan R35GTR will be based on a new FR-L platform (Primary Front engine/Rear wheel drive transaxle, motor-assisted front wheel drive or "e-4WD") due to good results from testing.

2b. Engine

As mentioned above, the R35GTR is based around Nissan's VQ engine, but it is now assisted by twin turbo's. 3.2 litres seems reasonably enough like a displacement for a car to produce 480ps. The engine will be a high revving, high power, and high torque engine. The VQ32DETT generates an estimated 480ps @ 7,200rpm, 58.0kg/m @ 5,200rpm. Compared to the twin-turbo RB26DETT in the tenth generation R34 GTR, the new VQ32DETT engine has a large number of improvements. The VQ is almost identical to that of the 350z's, so you just need to look at the specs of the 350z's engine, but take note of the .2 litre addition, twin turbo's, and new design and better efficiency.

2c. Transmission

Current information has the R35GTR coming with a new 7-speed sequential manual getrag transmission mated to the 480ps VQ32DETT described above.

2d. Wheels and Brakes

The wheel package will be large. What is expected is 20 inch aluminum rims on 255/40/20 front, 285/35/20 rear tire size Z rated performance tires. It is strange though, as the latest taped up test mule in Nurburgring had 18x8 inch rims, and previously before this, the same setup, this time though the wheel's were borrowed from the R34 Skyline GTR.

3. How well will it perform?

3a. General

Since the car will most likely be tipping at around 3000 pounds, and it will have around 480ps, it is expected to perform like a race car should perform. Nissan's aim with the R35GTR is to top all other previous Skyline GTR models, and with a 3.2 V-6 twin turbo engine, it should be more than capable. Understeer will not be an issue, and the car will deliver lots of torque for good pull. The R35GTR has a mid high RPM range, peak power reaching at 7,200rpm, but with some modifications one can expect the car to top at around 8,500rpm. As for the driveline, all that is known is that it will be a 7-speed sequential manual getrag transmission, but you can expect tight gear ratios for super quick launches. Why they picked getrag AGAIN, is unknown though. For 0-60 times, expect sub 5's.

3b. Will the R35 outperform luxury sport cars like the Porsche 911 Turbo?

Well for one, I don't suggest going out and intending to street race anything. Really though, it depends on the driver and his/her experience. Since Nissan's exact target to beat is the Porsche 911 Turbo, I am positive it will give Porsche a run for its money. They have similar specs, and Nissan based their final decisions on the next gtr's spec's based on the Porsche's 911 Turbo, just adding twin turbo, an extra 50hp or so, and having a 3.2 instead of a 3.6 litre.

4. When will it be released?

Nissan does not have an official time of release, but Carlos Ghosn, chair of Nissan said the next gtr would arrive no later than 2007. It is expected to first show up either at the Geneva Auto Show, or the Tokyo Motor Show (maybe even at TAS.)

5. How much will it cost and what options will be available?

Most of this is speculation, but really as far as options go, there won't be much. Nissan will make it a priority to sell this car in a high price range, due to all the performance parts it will come with. It seems reasonable to have it priced at 50-60k, if it is to compete with Porsche, Audi, BMW, etc. Other models might be more expensive, I don't mean other models' but other trims or special (limited) edition trims. There is no word on a hardtop (targa) model, or a roadster like the 350z. Since the R35GTR will come with all you'd want, the only important option would be an extended warranty, I suppose. It will come with HID's, bucket seats, (possibly nav system), etc. No word on color choices, but the spy shot car's have all been dressed in toned down silver, and/or titanium grey as well the gtr concept was silver. The latest test mule was spotted at Nurburgring, being photographed while undergoing track testing in Germany.

6. Miscellaneous

6a. Is the R35GTR the replacement for the Nissan Skyline R34 GTR?

No. The R35 is a different model from the R34 GTR. Additionally, the new GTR has broken off from the Skyline lineage.

6b. Will it be N/A (Naturally Aspirated), or will it be turbo?

As far as we know, Nissan has plans of having a Twin electric-assisted Turbo VQ engine. Rumors of a NA 3.6 or 4.2 are long gone.

6c. What other related cars might Nissan be developing?

From what we know, Nissan is planning to reintroduce the 240sx in 2007 in the states, as well launch the S16 Silvia in Japan, and possibly the same in the U.K. Most of it is from speculation and rumor but we are confident much of this is true. Nissan is also possibly planning a re-update of the 350z.

Nismo R35GTR Model

Nismo is the performance branch for Nissan Motors Japan. How they can up the ante of the R35GTR is unknown, but expect them to offer a higher performance version. The power figures of the next gtr seem a bit high, but who knows. I would have expected 300hp, and for then Nismo to have a 400hp crate engine for the future model, something in those lines. The R35GTR will have a new distinct chassis, FR-L, separate from all other models.

Nissan V36 Skyline

Nissan will introduce the V36 Skyline in 2006, which will be where Nissan left the V35 Skyline--Fuga oriented. Again, this is all speculation but it is deemed to be true.

7. Where can I find more information, articles, and pictures about the R35GTR?

You can visit r35forum.com, or r35gtr.com. You can also try looking in the Next Skyline forum at skylinesaustralia.com. In 2004, Road and Track published an article on the "2007 Nissan GTR." Many other import magazines have some snippet on it. Search at yahoo.com or google.com for "r35gtr" where you will find more information. This FAQ though, and the sites of the FAQ creators will contain the most concrete and valid up-to-date information on the R35GTR online though.

If you don't find the information you need in this FAQ or that article, you can definitely go to r35forum.com and look up posts with the search engine. If you don't find what you want, make a question at the forum, and we'll try to answer it in the best way possible.

8. Summary

2007 Nissan R35GTR

Expected Release: TBD~2007

Body Style: 2 doors coupe, 4 seats

Weight: Most likely under 3200 lb.

Drivetrain: 480ps @ 7,200rpm, 58.0kg/m @ 5,200rpm. 3.2L V6 Twin electric-assisted Turbo engine. Rear-wheel drive 7-speed sequential manual getrag transmission

Steering/Suspension: rack & pinion with double-wishbone front and multi-link rear suspension

Wheels: 255/40/20 front, 285/35/20 rear tire size on 20" wheels.

Performance: 0-60 approx. sub 5 seconds, 1/4 mile approx. 13.0 sec due to power figure estimates.

9. Who wrote this R35GTR FAQ?

This R35GTR FAQ was written by Dave (Dave on r35forum.com) on 12/01/04. Additional information and suggestions were supplied by members on skylineaustralia.com and Mark (Mark on r35gtr.com, v35gtr.com.) Corrections or new information should be sent to Dave at [email protected] or private message at r35forum.com for inclusion in later versions.

[Rezz]

Please take my name off. Thanks.

That info was just translated by me from some Japanese magazines, so if you state that thats all I did (and all you did was read it) then thats ok... I just don't want it to look like I helped out when I didn't.

[r35gtr]

I just put that some of the info was borrowed from you, when you posted it. I put that I wrote it mostly, but I tried to leave a plug for this forum since I really do like it. Do you still want me to change it, it will bring more user's who are interested, and I want to make sure that the people who are involved are known--in a good manner. Do you think the FAQ is good, did you have a read-over?

[funkymonkey]

For the love of god, stop calling it an R35! How can you say it'll have a VQ engine and call it an R in the same line?

Also how is the GTR broken off the lineage of the Skyline? You fail to understand that the GTR model is made to homologate the series so as to qualify for Group A competitions. Otherwise there's no need for a GTR. Unless Nissan intend to just use the name for the hell of it, which I seriously doubt will happen given the amount of cult following it has and the number of companies that will be willing to use it in motorsports (Nismo/Xanavi and Calsonic being two very big ones). No skyline = no GTR model.

That really dosen't sound like an FAQ, it sounds more like personal speculation/review.

[r35gtr]

Well I said it was based on speculation. Yeah, that part is true, but im leaning towards Nissan using that name anyways. Ill change the FAQ later once we get an official title.

[GTRSRULE!!!]

For the love of god, stop calling it an R35! How can you say it'll have a VQ engine and call it an R in the same line?

Also how is the GTR broken off the lineage of the Skyline? You fail to understand that the GTR model is made to homologate the series so as to qualify for Group A competitions. Otherwise there's no need for a GTR. Unless Nissan intend to just use the name for the hell of it, which I seriously doubt will happen given the amount of cult following it has and the number of companies that will be willing to use it in motorsports (Nismo/Xanavi and Calsonic being two very big ones). No skyline = no GTR model.

That really dosen't sound like an FAQ, it sounds more like personal speculation/review.

exactly

[r35gtr]

Ok then. I will change it for you two then. What do you want it to be called?

Since it doesn't have a official title Im going to call it r35gtr for now, and im keeping it that way. I know it's supposebly not going to have the R designation, but who know's really?

[Rezz]

Since it doesn't have an official chassis designation (since it hasn't been released) you should call it the 2007 GT-R.

[Rezz]

... and stop this R35 bologna...

[mcnamg]

no more r35 swear words on this forum

take your american ricey r35 designation back to r35forum.com where it came from and buy a new domain i.e v35forum.com

[pentae]

LOL

leave the poor guy alone..

he's put a lot of effort into it

[R33GTS25t]

6c. What other related cars might Nissan be developing?

From what we know, Nissan is planning to reintroduce the 240sx in 2007 in the states, as well launch the S16 Silvia in Japan, and possibly the same in the U.K. Most of it is from speculation and rumor but we are confident much of this is true. Nissan is also possibly planning a re-update of the 350z.

Rezz can you give any other info on this? The sound of a S16 gets me excited.

[R33GTS25t]

Sorry for the off topic... but i just found this and almost spwed *waits for rezz to make it all better*

[Rezz]

Rezz can you give any other info on this? The sound of a S16 gets me excited.

I've got nothing to do with that FAQ, and I've never said anything about an S16 Silvia... (well, almost nothing)

[slow13dude]

This is all Nissan's fault.

They confused the weak-minded by calling the Chassis V35.

Since the last Skyline was R34, people see the 35 and stick an R next to it.

They should have just skipped some numbers or something and called it the V40 or something (like the R30 was the start of a new generation).

[Evo_Lee]

a little birdy told me the next Silvia is a V16 ...where did S16 come from?

[R33GTS25t]

I've got nothing to do with that FAQ, and I've never said anything about an S16 Silvia... (well, almost nothing)

Yeah sorry mate, i didnt mean it like that... cos ur the 'japan smart skyline dude' to me i thought you might know something about it.

[Dim1]

Sorry for the off topic... but i just found this and almost spwed *waits for rezz to make it all better*

please no...this makes the new GTR look good.

[r35gtr]

I know rezz said it will not be 'r35' but most people do not know it by v35. If it does come to be known by that, ill chage it, so no worries. I don't like 'r35' either, but it's not for me. Its for other enthusiast's who know it by 'R' designation.

just made it to help, lol. *smile*

[Rezz]

You could just as easily call it "2007 GT-R".

Really, you just perpetuating something that hasn't been confirmed or even hinted at by the media. You can't just say "most people know as R35 so thats what I'll call it for them" if you're going to make an FAQ about it!

The next GT-R or 2007 GT-R would be best in this case.