The GT-R’s new version of launch control does come with one operational caveat – you can't use it more than four times in a row before it shuts down for a "cooling down" period. Launching at 4000rpm, instead of the original launch control threshold of 4500rpm, results in a negligible performance difference, primarily offset by the facelifted GT-R's additional power. Very close to three seconds with "R Mode Start" engaged. Nissan claims the new GT-R will run a benchmark 0-100km/h sprint time How does it work this time around? Well, you simply dial up the R setting on both the vehicle stability control and transmission functions, engage the brake, dial up 4000rpm by fully depressing the throttle and then you have a three-second window of opportunity to release the brake, allowing the GT-R’s sophisticated traction aids and transmission slippage electronics to effect the quickest possible getaway.
LAUNCHCONTROL DISCONTINUES FULL
The result was that Nissan discontinued launch control in 2009 - but it's made a comeback with the new facelifted GT-R, …Įuphemistically renamed "R Mode Start", Nissan's newfangled GT-R launch-control system allows owners to deploy the upgraded 3.8-litre twin-turbo V6’s full 384kW from a standing start. Truth be told, many of these launch-control warranty disputes were caused by severe abuse, where the feature had been used many times over on a single day, way past the requirements of even the most enthusiastic owner. There was much unhappiness and the GT-R’s halo image as a bargain supercar slayer was initially tainted as rumours started trickling in of a spate of disputed warranty claims about the car’s sophisticated dual-clutch transmission.
When Nissan launched its GT-R towards the end of 2007 there was one feature that led to much disagreement between GT-R owners and Nissan – the car’s much-vaunted launch control.Ĭonfigured to allow optimal take-off acceleration, primarily when racing over the quarter-mile, owners unknowingly voided their warranty the very moment they engaged the GT-R’s traction aid.
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