Nissan GT-R

Safety

It was in Nissan's best interest to make their beastly GT-R as safe as possible. Since 2009, a four-wheel anti-lock braking system (ABS) to independently monitor braking on each wheel has been standard, as has traction control and electronic stability control, which maximize grip on the road. Driver- and passenger-side front airbags, side airbags and curtain airbags are standard. The 2019 GT-R begins to feature more active safety features, such as brake assist, which helps to stop quickly in emergencies.

Interior

The Nissan GT-R is in the big leagues of luxury sports cars, so it's no wonder it comes with an interior to match. With that in mind, make sure to choose your vintage wisely. Earlier iterations of the GT-R—especially up to 2012—are praised for their high-tech cabin features. But some drivers claim that ever since the 2017 release, those touches are feeling a little light. The specs drivers love across all model years include:

• Leather-wrapped steering wheel
• Automatic Climate control with air conditioning
• Leather seats
• Heated front seats

By the 2017 release, the major additions to the base trim were the keyless start button and rearview camera.

Technology

Apple CarPlay became standard on the 2018 model, but to date, the GT-R lacks support for Android Auto. Features such as satellite radio, MP3 player and hands-free calling and texting have always been available. Investing in higher trims or a more recent model around 2015 and onwards will get you:

• Premium 11-speaker Bose sound system
• Active noise cancellation system
• 7-inch touchscreen with navigation (8-inch as of 2017)

Space

While there are four seats, adult passengers will struggle to sit comfortably in the backseat—not uncommon for sports cars of this kind. The driver and front passenger seats are spacious and comfortable, and the deep trunk offers plenty of cargo room for your luggage. 

Comfort

The car's performance is where the Nissan GT-R really shines. You won't be disappointed with its powerful engine and superior handling that grips corners effortlessly. With so much power under the hood, don't expect this all-wheel drive sports car to be light on gas—even if Nissan improved the GT-R's fuel economy in 2012. Most of all, this car is fast. And when we say fast, we mean warp speed: The 2009 GT-R tops out at 311 km per hour!