Next-Gen Nissan GT-R Confirmed as Hybrid With Turbo Six, Launch by 2030

By shawn On 21/04/2025 at 09:49 0

After years of silence, Nissan has finally revealed concrete details about the long-awaited successor to the R35 GT-R. Rather than going fully electric, the next-generation GT-R will arrive as a hybrid supercar, pairing a turbocharged six-cylinder engine with electric power. In this article, we break down what Nissan’s latest announcement means for the future of this iconic performance machine.

The R35 GT-R’s era officially ended in early 2024, and now we finally glimpse what’s next. Nissan has confirmed that the next-generation GT-R—likely called the R36—will not be fully electric as many expected. Instead, it’s going hybrid.

Turbocharged Hybrid Powertrain

According to Ponz Pandikuthira, Nissan North America’s Chief Planning Officer, the upcoming GT-R will feature a turbocharged six-cylinder engine paired with an electric motor. The hybrid setup is still being finalized, but it could offer up to 70 miles of electric-only range with a battery around 30 kWh in size.

Why Not Go Fully Electric?

Nissan tested EV prototypes for the GT-R, but they fell short. After just one hard lap on a track like the Nürburgring, the batteries needed a long recharge. That didn’t match the performance DNA GT-R fans expect.

Launch Timeline

Nissan plans to debut the new GT-R in 3 to 5 years, so expect it between 2027 and 2030. That timing also marks the 20th anniversary of the R35’s launch.

Bottom Line

The next GT-R will stay true to its high-performance roots with a hybrid system built for speed and endurance. Nissan is blending tradition with modern tech—and it’s shaping up to be worth the wait.

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