Nissan officially shut the order books for the iconic GT-R R35. Japan was the last market still accepting orders in 2025. Nissan Japan announced that it took sufficient orders to fulfill intended production. The United States had ended accepting orders back in 2024, with Europe discontinuing the GT-R in 2022.
A Legacy That Began in 2007
Nissan introduced the R35 GT-R in 2007, revolutionizing performance in the world of sports cars. The vehicle soon earned a reputation for providing exhilarating performance with a twin-turbocharged V6 engine. Nissan released several updates, facelifts, and special editions over the years. In 2020, the company introduced a 50th Anniversary Edition to commemorate five decades of the GT-R nameplate.
Powerful Performance and Cutting-Edge Engineering
The Nissan GT-R R35 carries a 3.8-liter twin-turbo V6 motor. Base model makes 565 horsepower, with the higher-performance Nismo variant delivering 600 horsepower. The power makes it to the all four wheels by way of Nissan’s ATTESA-ETS all-wheel drive system. Six-speed dual-clutch auto transmission provides crisp gear changes and scorching acceleration.
Special Editions and Limited Variants
Nissan released several special editions to honor the GT-R’s long history. Some of these special editions were the Track Edition, GT-R50 by Italdesign, and Nismo versions. The GT-R continued to change with enhanced aerodynamics, handling, and newer technological developments.
A Strong Racing Heritage and Global Influence
The GT-R moniker has a strong motorsport heritage. The R35 lived up to this by dominating track days, drag strips, and high-performance tuning communities. Fans everywhere acclaimed its ability to be tuned, with aftermarket experts driving power levels above 1,000 horsepower. The R35 GT-R found itself an institution within car culture, featuring in video games, films, and race circuits.
Speculation About a Future Successor
Nissan has not made an official announcement regarding a direct successor to the R35 GT-R. Speculation indicates, though, that Nissan’s 2023 Hyper Force concept could be responsible for next-generation direction. Rumors indicate that the new GT-R could take an electric powertrain, consistent with Nissan’s global initiative towards electrification.
Nissan’s Financial Issues and Market Strategy
Nissan’s financial woes put the future of the GT-R in doubt. The company has experienced setbacks, including restructuring and layoff attempts. Nissan also ventured into a potential alliance with Honda but failed to seal the deal. In spite of these setbacks, Nissan still believes in performance vehicles.
A Name That Has Stood the Test of Time
The history of the GT-R can be traced as far back as 1969 with the Skyline 2000 GT-R (C10). Nissan added the Skyline GT-R C110 in 1973, before abandoning the name for more than a decade. The icon R32 picked up the GT-R badge in 1989 and gained the “Godzilla” moniker due to its racing success. Later generations like the R33 and R34 followed until 2002. Nissan then completely revamped the GT-R as an independent model in the form of the R35 in 2007.
A Legendary Sendoff, But Not Goodbye
The R35 GT-R is parting ways with an 18-year legacy of performance, ingenuity, and devotion. The decision by Nissan to end orders brings an end to a big part of automotive history. Yet the GT-R nameplate has endured discontinuation once, only to come back even more robust. Fans hold out hope that the GT-R legacy will come back with a revolutionary successor.
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