Nissan Skyline GT-R V-Spec II

Nissan Skyline GT-R V-Spec II

The original Godzilla — RB26DETT inline-6, ATTESA AWD, and a motorsport pedigree that dominated Group A racing and captured a generation of gamers.

A
Class
AWD
Drivetrain
276 hp
Power
1999
Model Year
1,540 kg
Weight
2.6L Twin-Turbo I6
Engine

Vehicle Specs

SpecValueNotes
Speed7.0Gentleman's agreement limited — but easily unlocked with upgrades
Handling7.8ATTESA AWD and Super HICAS rear steer deliver grip
Acceleration7.5Twin-turbo RB26 spools quick, punches above its rating
Launch8.0AWD grip makes launching easy and consistent
Braking7.2Brembo brakes — adequate for stock power, weak when tuned
Off-Road4.0Rally heritage — surprisingly competent on dirt
PI (Stock)720Mid A class, enormous upgrade headroom to S1

Pros & Cons

Pros

  • RB26DETT engine is legendary — can handle 600+ hp on stock internals
  • ATTESA E-TS AWD gives incredible traction in all conditions
  • JDM icon status — one of the most beloved cars in automotive history
  • Enormous upgrade headroom from A class to S1 class
  • Super HICAS rear-wheel steering tightens cornering at speed

Cons

  • Gentleman's Agreement limited stock power to 276 hp (actual ~320 hp)
  • 1,540 kg — heavy for an A class sports car
  • Oil pump issues at sustained high RPM with stock engine
  • Ride height is high in stock form — lowering is essential for racing

Best Tuning Setup

Tires & Rims

CompoundSport (Semi-Slick)
Front Width255 mm
Rear Width265 mm
Rim Size18 in (TE37 Volk Racing)

Drivetrain

Final Drive4.11
DifferentialRace ATTESA (adjustable front-rear torque split)

Suspension

SpringsRace (F: 600, R: 550)
Ride HeightF: 3.8, R: 4.0
Anti-Roll BarsF: 28, R: 26
CamberF: -2.2°, R: -1.8°

Aero & Brakes

Front AeroN1 race splitter
Rear WingN1 adjustable wing
Brake Balance54% front
Brake Pressure105%

How to Get It

Autoshow

Buy for 58,000 CR. Available from the start.

Wheelspin

Common Wheelspin drop. Easy to acquire duplicates.

Seasonal

Regularly appears in JDM-themed Festival Playlists.

Best Events For This Car

Event TypeRatingNotes
Road Racing (A/S1)A-TierWith upgrades, a competent circuit racer
Dirt RacingA-TierRally heritage shows — excellent on gravel
Street SceneA-TierAWD confidence in wet street conditions
Drift ZonesB-TierAWD makes drifting challenging but not impossible
Speed ZonesB-TierGood grip, average top speed
Drag RacingB-TierAWD helps the launch, but needs power upgrades

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