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← Nissan Skyline R34 · 1998-2002 · R34 GT-R

Nissan Skyline R34 R34 GT-R

Headline trim: 2.6 RB26 TT — 276 bhp, 0-60 in 4.9s.

Nissan Skyline R34 R34 GT-R press photo
Verdict
A
BHP
276 bhp
0–60
4.9 s
Top speed
156 mph
MPG
21.0 mpg
Used
£60,000-£250,000

Strengths

  • RB26DETT cult engine
  • Getrag 6MT
  • ATTESA AWD with Active LSD

Weaknesses

  • Personal-import only in UK
  • Oil pump drive RB26 weakness
  • Values now huge

Notable tech

  • JDM-only when new
  • RB26DETT 2.6 twin-turbo straight-six
  • ATTESA E-TS Pro AWD
  • Active LSD
  • Getrag 6-speed manual
  • Multi-function dash display
  • V-Spec, V-Spec II, M-Spec and Nür halo trims

Common issues

  • RB26 oil pump drive failure
  • Stock ceramic turbos fragile
  • Front diff failures
  • Multifunction Display burn-out

Engine derivatives

UK trims and engines offered across R34 GT-R's life. Click any two rows to compare them side-by-side.

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2.6 RB26DETT (276 bhp gentlemen-rated)
BHP276
Torque393 Nm
0–604.9 s
Top156 mph
MPG21 mpg
DriveAWD
Gearbox6MT (Getrag)