Ponz Pandikuthira, Senior Vice President of Nissan North America, confirmed plans for a successor to the R35 Nissan GT-R, acknowledging the approaching end of the R35’s production lifecycle. While specifics regarding the R36’s powertrain remain undecided, Pandikuthira hinted at potential electrification, drawing inspiration from Formula E.
Nissan faces challenges with an electric powertrain due to battery weight, awaiting advancements such as solid-state batteries for enhanced performance and safety. Chief Executive Officer Makoto Uchida mentioned hybrid powertrains as an alternative consideration for the R36, alongside confirmation of a new platform.
Alfonso Albaisa, Senior Vice President for Global Design at Nissan Motor Corporation, discussed various design concepts for the R36, drawing from previous models like the Concept 2020 Vision Gran Turismo and the Hyper Force Concept. Emphasizing the need for a distinctive yet intimidating design, Albaisa hinted at potential four-seater configurations and discussed possibilities for the next-gen Z model.
Meanwhile, the current Nissan lineup, including the R35 GT-R and RZ34, continues to offer performance and innovation. As discussions surrounding the R36 progress, Nissan remains committed to delivering cutting-edge technology and design in its future models.
