DecodedCars2019 Nissan GT-R
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2019 models.
- Class
- Subcompact Cars
- Body styles
- 2dr Coupe
- Engines
- 3.8L 6-cyl turbo
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Fuel
- Premium Gasoline
- MPG (best)
- 18 combined · 16 city / 22 hwy
- Length
- 183.5 in
- Curb weight
- 3,922 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 1 campaign
Pros & cons
What's good
- Few owner complaints0 complaints filed with NHTSA versus about 99 for similar models.
Watch out for
- Below-average fuel economyBest version gets 18 MPG combined, 23% below the 2019 subcompact car average of 23.5 MPG.
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 36 similar 2019 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2019 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 3,922 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 18 MPG combined (16 city / 22 highway), 23% worse than the 2019 subcompact car average of 23.5 MPG, for an estimated $4,550 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 2019
No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2018 GT-R — a carry-over year in the data.
Compared with 2018; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2018 GT-R →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2dr Coupe | 183.5 in | 74.8 in | 53.9 in | 109.4 in | 62.6 / 63 in | 3,922 lb | 54/46 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GT-R | 3.8L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM6) | All-Wheel Drive | 16 / 22 / 18 | -23% | $4,550 | 493 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2019 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2019 Nissan GT-R.
Similar 2019 subcompact cars
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Nissan GT-R (this car) | 18 MPG | Not rated | 1 |
| 2019 Toyota Corolla | 36 MPG | ★★★★★ | 6 |
| 2019 Honda Civic | 36 MPG | ★★★★★ | 4 |
| 2019 Ford Mustang | 25 MPG | ★★★★★ | 6 |
| 2019 Honda Accord | 48 MPG | Not rated | 6 |
| 2019 Toyota Camry | 52 MPG | ★★★★★ | 7 |
| 2019 Chevrolet Camaro | 25 MPG | ★★★★★ | 1 |
Recalls (1)
Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera · Sep 12, 2019
NHTSA campaign 19V654000 · 1,228,830 vehicles
- Problem
- Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Nissan Altima, Armada, Frontier, Kicks, Leaf, Maxima, Murano, NV, NV200, Pathfinder, Rogue, Rogue Sport, Sentra, Titan, Titan Diesel, Versa Note and Versa Sedan vehicles, as well as Infiniti Q50, Q60, QX30 and QX80 vehicles. Additionally included are 2019 Nissan GT-R and Taxi and Infiniti QX50, QX60, Q70, Q70L vehicles. The back-up camera and display settings can be adjusted such that the rear view image is no longer visible and the system will retain that setting the next time the vehicle is placed in reverse. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 111, "Rear Visibility."
- Risk
- The lack of an image in the back-up camera display increases the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Nissan will notify owners in phases, having dealers update the back-up camera settings software, free of charge. The recall began November 11, 2019 and all affected VINs should be activated. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669 or INFINITI customer service at 1-800-662-6200.
Not every 2019 Nissan GT-R is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
No owner complaints for the 2019 Nissan GT-R in NHTSA's database since 2015.
Used 2019 Nissan GT-R buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 1 recall this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2019 Nissan GT-R. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other GT-R years
Compare all years →| Year | MPG (best) | Length | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 GT-R | 18 | 183.5 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 GT-R | 18 | 183.5 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2021 GT-R | 18 | 183.5 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2020 GT-R | 18 | 183.5 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2018 GT-R | 18 | 183.5 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2017 GT-R | 18 | 183.5 in | Not rated | 0 | 1 |
| 2016 GT-R | 19 | 183.5 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2015 GT-R | 19 | 183.5 in | Not rated | 1 | 0 |
| 2014 GT-R | 19 | 183.5 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2013 GT-R | 19 | 183.5 in | Not rated | 0 | 1 |
| 2012 GT-R | 19 | 183.5 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
| 2011 GT-R | 17 | 183.5 in | Not rated | 0 | 0 |
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Nissan. How we calculate this →