Nissan R32 EV (electric mod): The cult GT-R becomes an electric car!

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With the R32 EV, Nissan has created a surprising and innovative version of the legendary Skyline GT-R R32 The one-off model, unveiled at the Tokyo Auto Salon, combines the iconic aesthetics of the GT-R introduced in 1989 with modern electrical technology.

The R32 EV is the result of an internal passion project and shows how classics with electric drive technology can be preserved for future generations.

More power and torque

The R32 EV has replaced the original 2,6-litre twin-turbocharged inline-six engine with two electric motors. Each motor delivers 218 hp and 340 Nm of torque. This means the vehicle has a combined power of 436 PS and a maximum torque of 680 Newton meters Compared to the original, which had 280 hp and 353 Newton meters of torque, the R32 EV offers significantly more performance.

Nevertheless, Nissanthat it was not about surpassing the performance of the original, but rather about maintaining the driving feel and balance of the original model. Since the electric GT-R 367 kg heavier, the torque-power ratio has been adjusted accordingly.

Battery and range

The R32 EV uses a 62-kWh battery from a Leaf Nismo racing car. The rear seat was removed to make room for this battery. Nissan has not yet given any information on the range, but the battery is said to be designed for sporty and everyday use.

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Chassis and brakes: technology upgrade

In addition to the electric drive unit, Nissan has equipped the vehicle with a Nismo sports suspension equipped, the Ohlins damper The brake system comes from the current R35 GT-R and includes larger brake discs and brake calipers. Due to these changes, the original 16-inch wheels were replaced with 18-inch wheels that remain true to the classic look.

Interior: Modernized but nostalgic

Inside, the R32 EV retains much of the style of the original, but with modern upgrades. The seats have been replaced with custom-made Recaro sports seats and the analogue gauges and audio system were upgraded with high-resolution digital screens.

The screens retain the traditional look but offer more detailed information. In addition, there is a feature that simulates the “gear shift shock” to imitate the feel of a mechanical gearbox. For fans of the classic engine sound, a loudspeaker has been integrated that reproduces the sound of the RB26DETT engine reproduces.

A look into the future

Nissan has that R32 EV to ensure that the iconic GT-R remains available in a future with stricter environmental regulations and possibly no gasoline. The project aims to preserve the DNA of the Skyline GT-R while using modern technologies to make it fit for the next decades. All further information about the Nissan R32 EV can be found in the video! Image and video credit/source: Nissan

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