New Nissan GT-R due in March

Priced at $170,800 and due here in March 2012, the new Nissan has more power (404kW), improved economy and lower emissions. It has unusual asymmetric suspension settings and enhanced transmission shift feel.

Special race tuned oils are used in differential and the body is strengthened for even greater handling finesse.

Inside are new Bose Precision Sound System woofers and a rear view camera now standard.

Significant improvements have been made to the engine, chassis and transmission to accentuate the pure performance potential of the GT-R.

The latest version is the most efficient yet. It offers even greater performance but this is allied to improved economy and lower emissions to provide further excitement to drivers and passengers.

That asymmetric suspension compensates for greater weight on the driver's side in RHD models The engine is capable of 11.8L/100km, while output rises significantly from 390kW to 404kW from 6,400rpm with maximum torque of from 612 to 632Nm from 3,200 to 5,800 rpm.

Engine response and torque at mid- and low-speeds, and power at high revolutions, has been significantly improved, mainly due to improved intake efficiency.