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2015 Nissan GT-R

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2015 models.

Nissan GT-R
Pictured: 2009-2010 Nissan GT-R (R35) coupe 01. Photo: OSX, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
Class
Subcompact Cars
Body styles
2dr Coupe AWD Premium/Black Edition
Engines
3.8L 6-cyl turbo
Drivetrain
All-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Premium Gasoline
MPG (best)
19 combined · 16 city / 23 hwy
Length
183.5 in
Curb weight
3,832 lb
NHTSA rating
Not rated
Recalls
1 campaign

Pros & cons

What's good

  • Few owner complaints0 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 252 for similar models.

Watch out for

  • Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 19 MPG combined, 20% below the 2015 subcompact car average of 23.7 MPG.
  • Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 31 similar 2015 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2015 Nissan GT-R is a subcompact car offered with a 3.8L 6-cyl turbo engine and all-wheel drive.

It measures about 184 inches long and 75 inches wide on a 109-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,832 lb.

EPA rates its most efficient version at 19 MPG combined (16 city / 23 highway), 20% worse than the 2015 subcompact car average of 23.7 MPG, for an estimated $4,350 a year in fuel.

NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.

It has 1 recall campaign on file.

What changed for 2015

No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2014 GT-R — a carry-over year in the data.

Compared with 2014; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2014 GT-R →

Dimensions & weight

BodyLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrack F / RCurb weightWeight F/R
2dr Coupe AWD Premium/Black Edition183.5 in74.8 in53.9 in109.4 in62.6 / 63 in3,832 lb53/47

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →

Engines, MPG & running costs

VersionEngineTransmissionDriveCity / Hwy / Combvs. classFuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
GT-R3.8L 6-cyl turboAutomatic (AM6)All-Wheel Drive16 / 23 / 19-20%$4,350472
4/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
4/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Spend $9,750Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
23.7 MPG2015 Subcompact Cars average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2015 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2015 Nissan GT-R.

Similar 2015 subcompact cars

ModelBest MPG / rangeNHTSA overallRecalls
2015 Nissan GT-R (this car)19 MPGNot rated1
2015 Toyota Corolla34 MPGNot rated1
2015 Honda Civic44 MPGNot rated1
2015 Ford Mustang25 MPGNot rated11
2015 Honda Accord47 MPGNot rated6
2015 Toyota Camry40 MPGNot rated1
2015 Chevrolet Camaro22 MPGNot rated1

Recalls (1)

Equipment › Other › Labels · Nov 24, 2015

NHTSA campaign 15V795000 · 18 vehicles

Problem
Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 GT-R vehicles manufactured February 24, 2014, to June 16, 2015 to be sold in Puerto Rico. The affected vehicles have a Certification Label that is missing the Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) and Gross Axle Weight Rating (GAWR) information. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
Risk
Due to the label missing the GVWR/GAWR information, the operator may overload the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix
Nissan will notify owners, and dealers will apply a corrected label, free of charge. The recall began on December 23, 2015. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-647-7261.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2015 Nissan GT-R is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

No owner complaints for the 2015 Nissan GT-R in NHTSA's database since 2015.

Used 2015 Nissan GT-R buyer's checklist

  1. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 1 recall this year — ask for proof of repairs.
  2. Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2015 Nissan GT-R. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other GT-R years

Compare all years →
YearMPG (best)LengthOverallRecallsComplaints
2024 GT-R18183.5 inNot rated00
2023 GT-R18183.5 inNot rated00
2021 GT-R18183.5 inNot rated10
2020 GT-R18183.5 inNot rated00
2019 GT-R18183.5 inNot rated10
2018 GT-R18183.5 inNot rated00
2017 GT-R18183.5 inNot rated01
2016 GT-R19183.5 inNot rated10
2014 GT-R19183.5 inNot rated00
2013 GT-R19183.5 inNot rated01
2012 GT-R19183.5 inNot rated00
2011 GT-R17183.5 inNot rated00

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Nissan. How we calculate this →