Body style: Coupé (two-door)
Segment: Coupe
Production years: 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002
There are not many cars built in Japan that gathered so much attention such as the Nissan Skyline GT-R R34. And the 1999 V-Spec was even better.
The Skyline GT-R started its career way back in the '60s. But the real evolution of the model started in 1989 with the introduction of the third-generation R32. That generation saw the introduction of the ATTESA E-TS all-wheel-drive system, which will define the future GT-R models in the future, including the R34.
In 1999, Nissan launched the fifth generation of the Skyline GT-R. Right from the beginning, it also introduced the V-Spec version. From the outside, it had some specific details. There were more air-intakes in the front bumper then were the extracting air-scoops on the hood and in the upper back of the front fenders. The widened body with flared fenders was part of the Nissan GT-R design cult. In the rear, on the trunk, there was a carbon-fiber adjustable wing. A carbon-fiber diffuser was installed in the back. For the cars imported in the U.K., full underbody diffusers were installed.
Inside, there were two bucket-seats in the front with high bolstered sides. In the rear, there were two seats installed. The special TFT screen on top of the center console was showing various car statuses such as the boost pressure, G-Force (for acceleration, braking and side). The V-Spec added the temperature for the intake and exhaust gas.
From the performance point of view, the ATESSA E-TS Pro system was different than on the other GT-R versions. The limited-slip differential in the back was electronically controlled to improve traction, unlike the mechanical differential on the GT-R. The V-Spec also had a firmer suspension than the regular version.
ENGINE SPECS - 2.6 TT 6MT (280 HP) | |
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Cylinders: | L6 |
Displacement: | 2568 cm3 |
Power: | 206 KW @ 6800 RPM 280 HP @ 6800 RPM 276 BHP @ 6800 RPM |
Torque: | 293 lb-ft @ 4400 RPM 397 Nm @ 4400 RPM |
Fuel System: | Turbocharged Multipoint Injection |
Fuel: | Gasoline |
PERFORMANCE SPECS | |
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Top Speed: | 155 mph (249 km/h) |
Acceleration 0-62 Mph (0-100 kph): | 4.9 s |
TRANSMISSION SPECS | |
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Drive Type: | All Wheel Drive |
Gearbox: | 6-speed manual (Getrag 233) |
BRAKES SPECS | |
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Front: | Ventilated Discs |
Rear: | Ventilated Discs |
TIRES SPECS | |
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Tire Size: | 245/40 ZR18 |
DIMENSIONS | |
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Length: | 181.1 in (4600 mm) |
Width: | 70.3 in (1786 mm) |
Height: | 53.5 in (1359 mm) |
Front/rear Track: | 58.3/58.7 in (1,481/1,491 mm) |
Wheelbase: | 104.9 in (2664 mm) |
Ground Clearance: | 5.7 in (145 mm) |
Cargo Volume: | 6.4 cuFT (181 L) |
Aerodynamics (Cd): | 0.34 |
WEIGHT SPECS | |
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Unladen Weight: | 3439 lbs (1560 kg) |
Gross Weight Limit: | 4101 lbs (1860 kg) |
FUEL ECONOMY (NEDC) | |
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City: | 14.7 mpg US (16 L/100Km) |
Highway: | 26.1 mpg US (9 L/100Km) |
Combined: | 19.1 mpg US (12.3 L/100Km) |
Notes |
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Engine: twin-turbocharged RB26DETT I6 Actual engine power was 246 kW / 334 HP / 330 BHP, but was understated officially, due to legal reasons. |