2010 Nissan GT-R Base
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- Photo: 2017 Nissan GT-R Premium, Front Right, 07-12-2021 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2019 Nissan GTR Prestige by Calreyn88, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2017 Nissan GTR Prestige by Calreyn88, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2018 Nissan GT-R Premium in Super Silver, Rear Right, 10-11-2022 by Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: The interior of Nissan GT-R Premium Edition 2017 year model at Nissan Global Headquarters Gallery by Tokumeigakarinoaoshima, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2010 Nissan GT-R Base is a 485-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 $80,790 MSRP and is rated at 17 mpg combined.
It makes 485 horsepower at 6,400 rpm and 434 lb-ft of torque at 3200 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 15 mpg city and 21 mpg highway (17 mpg combined).
The GT-R measures 183.1 inches long on a 109.4-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,814 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Coupe |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $80,790 ($120,389 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $81,790 ($121,879 *) |
| 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 | 485 hp @ 6,400 rpm |
| Torque | 434 lb-ft @ 3200 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 | 15 MPG |
| Highway | 21 MPG |
| Combined | 17 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium Gasoline |
| Tank Capacity | 19.5 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Special Bilstein DampTronic 4-wheel independent adjustable suspension, 3 modes (Normal/Comfort/R); redesigned shocks with new valve body design, revised spring/damper rates for 2010 |
| Rear Suspension | Special Bilstein DampTronic 4-wheel independent adjustable suspension, 3 modes (Normal/Comfort/R); redesigned shocks with new valve body design, revised spring/damper rates for 2010 |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Calipers | Brembo monoblock 6-piston caliper (dual Brembo+Nissan branding |
| Front Brake Disc | new for 2010), 15-in full-floating cross-drilled two-piece rotor, more rigid brake lines |
| Rear Brake Disc | 15-in full-floating cross-drilled two-piece rotor |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 20x9.5in forged (new finish for 2010, near-black metallic on Premium) |
| Wheels Rear | 20x10.5in forged |
| Tires Front | 255/40R20 run-flat |
| Tires Rear | 285/35R20 run-flat |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 183.1 in |
| Width | 74.9 in |
| Height | 54 in |
| Wheelbase | 109.4 in |
| Front Track | 62.6 in |
| Rear Track | 63 in |
| Cargo Volume | 8.8 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,814 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38.1 in |
| Headroom Rear | 33.5 in |
| Legroom Front | 44.6 in |
| Legroom Rear | 26.4 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 54.3 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 50 in |
| Hip Room Front | 54.7 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 44.9 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Tested, but no star ratings were published (2010 Nissan GT-R 2-DR w/SAB).
Recalls
No recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2010 Nissan GT-R.
11 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2010 Nissan GT-R
Owner Complaints
11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2010 Nissan GT-R (1 a fire). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 4 |
| Electrical System | 3 |
| Exterior Lighting | 3 |
| Power Train | 3 |
| Air Bags | 1 |
| Fuel System | 1 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2010 NISSAN GT-R. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.