Nissan GT-R Nismo Gets Leaked Before Launch

By Ganesh

Updated: Monday, January 27, 2014, 11:16 [IST]

[Update: 2015 Nissan GT-R Nismo Official Launched] The Tokyo Motor Show and the Los Angeles Auto Show are almost upon us, where Nissan is scheduled to launch the most extreme production version of the Nissan GT-R sports car till date. But a couple of leaked images, along some details have already made their way out on the internet.

The details leaked on CarandDriver has since been taken down, but not before others grabbed it. Here's are what we can expect from tomorrow's official reveal.

The 2015 Nissan GT-R Nismo's twin-turbocharged 3.8 liter V6 engine has been upgraded so that it now generates 595 HP and 650 Nm of torque. That's up from the standard car's 545 HP and 627 Nm of torque.

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The improved engine performance has been achieved by incorporating parts and technology from the GT-R Nismo GT3 race car. These include the use of much larger turbochargers, larger air intakes, sports spec exhaust system and modified ignition timing.

The Nismo tuned Nissan GT-R will come with 255/40RT-20 run flat Dunlop SP Sport Maxx GT 600 DSST tyres for increased grip.

Nissan will also make available an optional track package. This adds, lightweight carbon fiber body parts, front splitter and a large rear spoiler. The track pack will bring down the weight of the car by a significant, 64.8 kilos. The package will also include several chassis tweaks, manually adjustable Ohlins suspensions among other improvements.

With the track package equipped Michael Krumm, an ex-FIA GT1 champion drove the Nissan GT-R Nismo around the Nurburgring in 7:08.69 last month, which is proof enough of the car's immense performance capabilities.

Stay tuned for the remaining official details from tomorrow's launch, along with new images.