Model year guide

2010 Nissan GT-R

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2010 Nissan GT-R is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 4 on record.

2010 Nissan GT-R — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

2010 Nissan GT-R at a glance

Owner complaints11
Combined17 mpg

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2010 Nissan GT-R common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Fuel/propulsion System
Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.
Electrical System
Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.
Exterior Lighting
Confirm all headlights, brake lights, turn signals and reverse lights work, with no moisture inside the housings.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Seats
Have a trusted mechanic inspect this system as part of a pre-purchase inspection.

2010 Nissan GT-R MPG & running costs

Combined17 mpg
City15 mpg
Highway21 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$4,850
EPA size classSubcompact Cars
TransmissionAutomatic (AM6)
Forced inductionTurbocharged
Passenger volume79 cu ft
Cargo volume9 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$12,250 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2010 Nissan GT-R costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$24,250
Fuel only$24,250
Per mile$0.32

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2010 Nissan GT-R trims & engines on record

Trims
Premium · Base
Engines
3.8L 6-cyl 480 hp

2010 Nissan GT-R vehicles on record

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Other Nissan GT-R model years

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2010 Nissan GT-R — frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2010 Nissan GT-R?

Across all 11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are fuel/propulsion system, electrical system, exterior lighting.

What gas mileage does the 2010 Nissan GT-R get?

The 2010 Nissan GT-R has a U.S. EPA estimate of 17 mpg combined (15 city / 21 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.