The Nissan GT-R R35 (the badge most players still call the ‘Skyline GT-R R35’, although Nissan officially dropped the Skyline name for this generation) has appeared in every mainline Forza Horizon title since FH1. With Forza Horizon 6 launching in five days (today is 2026-05-14, FH6 ships 2026-05-19) and the R35 era now over — Nissan built the last R35 on August 26, 2025 — this page collects the real-world VR38DETT spec sheet plus the verified in-game stats for every R35 variant in FH5, and the four variants Forza.net confirms for FH6 at launch.
Key Facts
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| Real name | Nissan GT-R (R35) |
| Production years | December 2007 – August 2025 |
| Engine | VR38DETT 3.8L twin-turbo 60° DOHC V6 |
| Power (2016–2025 standard) | 419 kW (562 hp / 570 PS) |
| Power (Nismo) | 441 kW (592 hp / 600 PS) |
| Nismo torque | 652 N·m (481 lb-ft) @ 3,600–5,600 rpm |
| Drivetrain | AWD (ATTESA E-TS based, rear-biased) |
| Transmission | 6-speed BorgWarner dual-clutch |
| Curb weight | 1,740–1,785 kg |
| Total units produced | ~48,000 |
| Final unit | Premium T-Spec, Midnight Purple, 26 Aug 2025 |
| FH6 confirmed variants | 2012 Black Edition, 2017 GT-R, 2020 Nismo, 2024 Nismo (all Class S1) |
| FH6 detailed stats | unconfirmed as of May 2026 |
| FH6 release date | 2026-05-19 |
Quick answer: Is the R35 GT-R in Forza Horizon 6?
Yes. Forza.net’s official FH6 car list page confirms four Nissan GT-R R35 variants at launch on 2026-05-19, all in Class S1:
- 2012 Nissan GT-R Black Edition (R35) — returning from FH5
- 2017 Nissan GT-R (R35) — returning from FH5
- 2020 Nissan GT-R Nismo (R35) — returning from FH5
- 2024 Nissan GT-R Nismo — new to the Forza Horizon series
The 2024 Nismo is the headline R35 addition. In-game PI numbers, prices and stats for FH6 are unconfirmed as of May 2026, but the FH5 figures below are the most reliable predictor.
Real-world specs: the VR38DETT and the full R35 power curve
The R35 is the first GT-R to drop the ‘Skyline’ badge. Under the hood is the VR38DETT, a hand-built 3,799 cc twin-turbo 60° DOHC V6 derived from the VQ-series block.
- 2007–2009: 353 kW (473 hp / 480 PS)
- 2010–2011: 390 kW (523 hp / 530 PS)
- 2012–2015: 405 kW (542 hp / 550 PS)
- 2016–2025: 419 kW (562 hp / 570 PS)
- Nismo variants: 441 kW (592 hp / 600 PS)
The 2020 Nismo specifically makes 600 PS at 6,800 rpm and 652 N·m from 3,600–5,600 rpm, with GT3-spec turbos that improve response by 20% versus the standard car. Curb weight ranges 1,740–1,785 kg. The six-speed BorgWarner dual-clutch transaxle shifts in 0.15–0.2 s.
Production ran December 2007 – August 2025, with the final unit — a Premium edition T-Spec in Midnight Purple — rolling off the Tochigi line on August 26, 2025. Total volume was approximately 48,000 units.
Forza Horizon 5 in-game stats (verified, all R35 variants)
FH6 numbers are unconfirmed as of May 2026.
| Stat | 2012 GT-R Black Edition | 2017 GT-R | 2020 GT-R Nismo |
|---|---|---|---|
| PI / Class | 810 / S1 | 814 / S1 | 846 / S1 |
| Power | 404 kW (~542 hp) | 421 kW (~565 hp) | 447 kW (~600 hp) |
| Weight | 1,763 kg | 1,784 kg | 1,754 kg |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | AWD |
| Top speed (stock) | 341.3 kph | 336.2 kph | 336.7 kph |
| 0-97 kph | 2.80 s | 2.75 s | 2.70 s |
| 0-161 kph | 7.00 s | 6.85 s | 6.70 s |
| Lateral G @ 97 kph | 1.07 | 1.07 | 1.19 |
| Speed | 7.6 | 7.5 | 7.5 |
| Handling | 6.1 | 5.9 | 6.8 |
| Acceleration | 8.5 | 8.7 | 9.2 |
| Launch | 8.1 | 7.8 | 7.4 |
| Braking | 5.3 | 5.3 | 7.0 |
| Offroad | 5.6 | 5.5 | 5.1 |
| Price | 105,000 Cr | 132,000 Cr | 250,000 Cr |
The Nismo is the clear pick for stock cornering grip (1.19 G vs 1.07 G) and the strongest brakes. The 2012 Black Edition is the cheapest entry point and has the highest stock top speed thanks to its taller gearing.
Forza Horizon appearance history (FH1 through FH6)
- 2012 GT-R Black Edition — appears in FH1 and every mainline Horizon title since. Returns in FH6.
- 2017 GT-R — debuts in FH3 and appears in every Horizon title since, plus Forza Street. Returns in FH6.
- 2020 GT-R Nismo — first added to FH5 as Series 5 content; also in Forza Motorsport (2023). Returns in FH6.
- 2024 GT-R Nismo — new to the Horizon series in FH6, the variant most closely associated with the end of R35 production.
Tuning notes: where the R35 wins in Forza
Every R35 in FH5 sits at Class S1 in stock trim, meaning modest upgrades push them into S2 (901–998) territory.
- AWD launch. Stock 0-97 kph is 2.70–2.80 s across all three FH5 variants. The R35 is the easiest sub-3-second car to drive in the entire FH5 roster because ATTESA AWD does the launch work for you.
- Top-speed builds. The 2012 Black Edition’s 341.3 kph stock top speed makes it the cheapest base for Goliath / Highway top-speed tunes. Maxed-out R35 community builds in FH5 routinely break 450 kph.
- Nismo for grip. The 2020 Nismo’s stock 1.19 lateral G is class-leading at S1. If you want a circuit-racing R35 without tuning, this is the one. The trade-off is the highest sticker price (250,000 Cr).
For FH6, with the 2024 Nismo added, expect a fourth R35 row at a similar or slightly higher PI than the 2020 Nismo — though exact stats are unconfirmed as of May 2026.
FAQ
Is the Nissan GT-R R35 in Forza Horizon 6? Yes. Forza.net’s official FH6 car list confirms four R35 variants at launch: the 2012 GT-R Black Edition, 2017 GT-R, 2020 GT-R Nismo and 2024 GT-R Nismo, all in Class S1.
How many horsepower does the R35 GT-R have? Real-world, the VR38DETT made 480 PS at launch in 2007 and 570 PS in the 2016–2025 standard car, with Nismo variants rated at 600 PS (441 kW). In FH5 the 2020 Nismo is dialled in at 447 kW (~600 hp).
When did Nissan stop building the R35 GT-R? Production ended on August 26, 2025 at the Tochigi plant in Japan. The final unit was a Premium edition T-Spec finished in Midnight Purple, ending an 18-year run with approximately 48,000 units built.
Is the GT-R R35 actually a Skyline? No, technically. The R35 is officially the ‘Nissan GT-R’ — Nissan dropped the Skyline badge for this generation. Many enthusiasts still call it the ‘Skyline GT-R R35’ out of habit because the R32/R33/R34 predecessors were all Skyline GT-Rs.
Which R35 variant is best in Forza Horizon 5? The 2020 GT-R Nismo at PI 846 has the best stock cornering grip (1.19 G) and quickest 0-97 kph (2.70 s). The 2012 Black Edition is the cheapest at 105,000 Cr and has the highest stock top speed (341.3 kph).
What engine does the R35 GT-R use? The VR38DETT — a hand-built 3,799 cc twin-turbo 60° DOHC V6 derived from Nissan’s VQ-series block, assembled by ‘Takumi’ master craftsmen at Yokohama.
Was the 2024 GT-R Nismo in Forza Horizon 5? No. FH5 shipped with the 2012 Black Edition, 2017 GT-R and 2020 Nismo. The 2024 Nismo is new to the Horizon series in FH6.