Nissan: The GT-R is too loud for Europe
ABSCHIED Nissan has taken its iconic GT-R sports car off the market in Europe. The reason is EU regulations. It is no longer worthwhile for the Japanese to subject the sports car to acoustic castration. Too bad.
With the GT-R, which is very popular in Switzerland, one of Europe's most fascinating sports cars is disappearing. Launched in 2008, the two-door model produces 570 hp or 600 hp, depending on the version. Its rear-drive all-wheel drive ensures outstanding lateral dynamics, while the exemplary aerodynamics, with a drag coefficient of 0.26, enable a top speed of 315 km/h.
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The history of the Nissan GT-R goes back to 1964. Back then, a Nissan 2000GT took the lead from a Porsche 904 at the Grand Prix in Japan. The 1988 R32 Skyline GT-R, nicknamed "Godzilla," established the GT-R as a top-tier sports car.
Some enthusiasts import the car even then, but with the current generation there was for the first time a left-hand drive, with which Europe and North America could also be officially served from the factory. Outside the EU, the Nissan GT-R continues to be offered.
