2019 GT-R NISMO Interior

The interior of the 2019 GT-R Nismo has aged well, and thanks to constant updates, can keep its head up amongst rivals such as the Corvette Z06, but falls short of matching the build quality and elegance of German rivals such as the Audi R8 or the other GT R from Mercedes-AMG. The interior cocoons the driver in a small but comfortable space that places all controls within easy reach. Generously proportioned doors make getting in and out of the Nismo easier than most of its rivals, and finding a good driving position is a straight forward job, but the lack of lumbar support adjustment is a silly oversight. Nismo loves to leave its mark in the small details: new owners and fans alike will appreciate the custom Nismo tachometer and Alcantara-wrapped steering wheel with red center marking. Nissan has kept things simple, and it adds to the purposeful feeling of the rest of the car, despite not offering as many gimmicks like some of its rivals.

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Seating and Interior Space

The GT-R Nismo isn't small by traditional sports car standards, which has its benefits, one being that front seat occupants get a generous amount of space; front-seat legroom is measured at a leg-stretching 44.6 inches, and taller drivers will be pleased to hear that the 38.1 inches of headroom leave enough space for six-footers. Forget about trying to fit your larger friends and family in the back of the 2019 GT-R, though; with an available 33.5 inches of headroom, and only 26.4 inches of legroom, the rear seats are best used for extra storage but can be used for kids and small adults in a pinch. Holding the driver and front-seat passenger in place is a set of exclusive Nismo Recaro bucket seats that look the part, and offer superb support when chasing Porsche 911s up Angeles Crest. The Recaro seats offer height, cushion raise, fore, and aft angle, and recline adjustability, but don't include lumbar support, which isn't great news for smaller or older drivers - especially since the suspension setup is particularly bone-crunching in Nismo form.

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Interior Colors and Materials

The GT-R Nismo doesn't pretend to be a European-style GT car; instead, it offers a built-for-purpose interior that champions function over form. The overarching interior color motif is that of red and black, and black and red. This makes complete sense when you consider that the Nismo logo consists of these two colors; the black lettering of the cult tuning house is ended with a red "o". The seats are upholstered in black leather with red synthetic-suede inserts and red cross-stitching, and are topped off with Nismo and Recaro badging. The gauge hood and steering wheel are covered in Alcantara, adding to the race-car experience. Overall the material quality feels good, but at the price Nissan asks for their meanest Godzilla, you'd expect more carbon fiber and other expensive materials, not that it really matters when you're lapping your favorite track.

2019 GT-R NISMO Trunk and Cargo Space

Voted as one of America's most practical family cars of 2019 by internet warriors without either a GT-R or a family, the Nissan GT-R Nismo is the perfect match for large families or doggy daycare businesses - not. Seriously though, when it comes to storage space and trunk volume, the Nismo should be considered a two-seater track car. Total trunk volume measures in at 8.8 cubic feet, which is enough space for a floor jack and two racing helmets, or about 76 Corvette license plates, but a Corvette or AMG GT offers more. The GT-R Nismo does benefit from a set of rear seats that can be used as extra storage and greatly improves the usable storage space. Personal items can be kept in the door-mounted storage nets or a small center console bin. There are a set of cup holders, but they don't do a great job of keeping drinks and water bottles in place due to a lack of not-slip surfacing.

2019 Nissan GT-R NISMO Trunk and Cargo Space Photos

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2019 GT-R NISMO Infotainment and Features

Features

The performance-minded Nismo doesn't have an impressive list of features in the normal sense of the word. Instead, it boasts a number of more technical features that set it apart from the rest of the GT-R lineup. GT3 race-style turbochargers and camshafts, a 1.5-way limited-slip diff, Brembo brakes, and an F1 grade titanium exhaust system are some of the mechanical features that are worth mentioning, although the list can go on and on. The exterior features LED headlights and a range of lightweight trim pieces that include a carbon fiber trunk lid, engine brace, cross member support beam, and front/rear fascia, side sills, and rear spoiler. Inside, you get basics such as dual-zone automatic climate control, a HomeLink universal transceiver, Recaro bucket seats trimmed in black leather and red synthetic-suede inserts, as well as aluminum pedals. The Alcantara covered steering wheel features a red center stripe, and there's a glaring red Nismo tachometer lurking in the background. Driver assistance? There's a steering wheel, does that count?

Infotainment

To further highlight the all-out driving focus of the GT-R Nismo, you have to turn to the eight-inch multi-touch color display: it's been developed in collaboration with Polyphony Digital, the creators of the world-famous Grand Turismo driving simulator, which adds to the arcade-style experience you get when driving this beast. The NissanConnect infotainment system features full navigation with voice recognition, Apple CarPlay integration, as well as SiriusXM satellite radio, SiriusXM Traffic, Travel Link services, Bluetooth streaming, and two USB ports. A dial mounted on the center console allows the driver to operate the system without having to physically touch the screen. The harsh truth is that the infotainment system is outdated and clumsy when compared to offerings by competitors such as BMW and Mercedes-Benz; voice commands are often misheard, the navigation system will get you close to your destination, but not to the front door, and there's no Android Auto integration. The 11-speaker Bose sound system is just loud enough to mask the mechanical noises emanating from beneath the car.