Nissan GT-R wins 2009 World Performance Car Award
Friday, 24 Apr 2009 14:32
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The Nissan GT-R has been named the World Performance Car of the Year 2009 by 59 independent jurors.
Chosen from a list of 23 contenders from 25 countries, the judges concluded, "the R35 throws even former GT-Rs into the weeds via an all-new 3.8-litre twin-turbo V6 providing 485 horsepower and 588 Nm of torque. The drive of the GT-R, especially on a track, reveals an incredibly flexible all-wheel drive chassis".
The Nissan beat Porsche, Aston Martin, Lamborghini and Mercedes-Benz to take the title.
"We've received some great awards here in the UK and it's particularly satisfying that the same sentiments are felt by leading motoring journalists from around the world in the shape of the World Car of the Year (WCOTY) jury," said Paul Willcox, managing director Nissan Motor (GB).
"We've always said that the GT-R delivers a unique blend of outstanding, accessible performance, advanced technology and everyday practicality, and despite being up against some formidable contenders, the WCOTY judges clearly recognised those same qualities and its unmatched specification in this market sector," he added.