2009 Nissan GT-R Premium
The 2009 Nissan GT-R Premium is a 480-hp 3.8-liter twin-turbocharged V6 with a paddle-shifted sequential 6-speed dual-clutch automated-manual rear transaxle, separate wet clutches for odd and even gear sets, manual and automatic modes, hill start assist and all-wheel drive. It starts at $79,090 MSRP and is rated at 18 mpg combined.
It makes 480 horsepower at 6,400 rpm and 430 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 16 mpg city and 21 mpg highway (18 mpg combined).
The GT-R measures 183.3 inches long on a 109.5-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,836 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | |
| MSRP | $79,090 ($119,833 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $80,090 ($121,348 *) |
| Destination Charge | $1,000 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | Hand-assembled twin-turbo VR38DETT 3.8L V6, twin IHI turbochargers, plasma-sprayed bores |
| Displacement | 3.8 L |
| Horsepower | 480 hp @ 6,400 rpm |
| Torque | 430 lb-ft @ 3200 rpm (marked 'estimated' in the original 2009 OEM press kit) rpm |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | AWD (ATTESA E-TS) |
| Differential Type | 1.5-way high-performance mechanical limited-slip differential (per 2011 dealer brochure) |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | Paddle-shifted sequential 6-speed dual-clutch automated-manual rear transaxle (GR6), separate wet clutches for odd (1-3-5) and even (2-4-6) gear sets, manual and automatic modes, Hill Start Assist |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 16 MPG |
| Highway | 21 MPG |
| Combined | 18 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium Gasoline |
| Tank Capacity | 19.5 gal |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Calipers | Brembo monoblock 6-piston caliper |
| Front Brake Disc | 15-in full-floating cross-drilled two-piece rotor |
| Rear Brake Disc | 15-in full-floating cross-drilled two-piece rotor |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 20in forged |
| Wheels Rear | 20in forged |
| Tires Front | 255/40ZRF20 |
| Tires Rear | 285/35ZRF20 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 183.3 in |
| Width | 74.6 in |
| Height | 53.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 109.5 in |
| Front Track | 62.6 in |
| Rear Track | 63 in |
| Cargo Volume | 8.8 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,836 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38.1 in |
| Headroom Rear | 33.5 in |
| Legroom Front | 44.6 in |
| Legroom Rear | 26.4 in |
| Hip Room Front | 54.7 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 44.9 in |
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars