Smokin’ GT-R to unveil ‘Track Edition’
Among Nissan GT-R enthusiasts, 2017 is turning out to be a milestone year.
The model year started with a major makeover for both the GTR Premium and GT-R NISMO.
It then caps off with the North American debut of the limited production GT-R Track Edition at the New York International Auto Show in April.
As the third model in the GT-R lineup, the Track Edition occupies a unique position between the “T” (touring) and “R” (racing) sides of the GT-R equation.
Designed to deliver a higher level of performance than the GTR Premium, the Track Edition features elements of the flagship GTR NISMO, though retaining the GT-R Premium model’s 565 hp engine rating (versus the GT-R NISMO’s 600 hp version).
The new GT-R Track Edition has a starting price of (US) $127,990.
The new GT-R Track Edition’s performance-oriented features start with the body’s additional adhesive bonding (in addition to spot welding), which helps increase body shell rigidity versus the GT-R Premium model.
Next, the advanced four-wheel independent suspension receives unique NISMO tuning, with reduced weight and additional roll stiffness (versus GT-R Premium), as well as NISMO-spec tires.
Other standard equipment includes GT-R NISMO front fenders, 20-inch NISMO forged aluminum-alloy wheels and a special dry carbon-fiber rear spoiler.
Inside, the Track Edition interior includes a unique red and black color treatment with highgrip, motorsports-inspired Recaro® seats.
The 2017 GT-R Track Edition’s refined powerplant is backed by an advanced paddle-shifted sequential six-speed dual clutch transmission, which can be driver selected to shift at race car-like speeds.
High performance differential oil, used in GT-R motorsports competition, is standard.