2023 Nissan GT-R Review

When the current-generation Nissan GT-R was first released, most were shocked by its mind-bending acceleration, the way it devoured corners and its low price tag for a high-performance sports car. But that was way back in 2009. A lot has changed since then, but the GT-R has mostly stayed the same with the exception of mild updates along the way. As a result, rivals have caught up and surpassed the GT-R in overall performance, technology and drivability.

There's still some appeal to the 2023 Nissan GT-R. It's bonkers fast and easy to drive. The driving experience is also a bit of a throwback to a less tech-oriented age, which is rather ironic given that many people criticized those early GT-Rs for being too techy. But overall we recommend checking out the GT-R's rivals that include the Audi R8, BMW M4, Chevrolet Corvette Z06 and Porsche 911. Those high-end sports cars are newer, more refined and deliver just as much, if not more, physics-defying performance. Check out our Expert Rating below to get our test team's full review of the GT-R's performance, tech and more.

The 2023 Nissan GT-R is a four-passenger coupe that's available in two trim levels: Premium and Nismo. Both are powered by a twin-turbocharged 3.8-liter V6 engine making 565 horsepower and 467 lb-ft of torque in the Premium model and 600 hp and 481 lb-ft in the Nismo model. The engine is paired to a six-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission and standard all-wheel drive. Both models share most of the same features, but the Nismo version gets a number of performance upgrades. Feature highlights include: