Used Nissan GT-R for Sale nearSalt Lake City, UT

Is the Nissan GT-R a good car?

Yes — the Nissan GT-R is a compelling used performance car if you want supercar-style acceleration, sharp handling, and a strong enthusiast following. The all-generations owner rating is 4.84/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the GT-R for its thrilling performance, blistering acceleration, and impressive handling. They also frequently admire its power and the way it delivers a rewarding driving experience.

Expert reviews rate the 2021 model among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs are an irritating transmission, outdated technology, and poor value for money.

27.5% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Nissan GT-R models reliable?

Owners consistently praise the GT-R for its thrilling performance and strong driving character, and expert commentary highlights its purposeful engineering and track-ready capability. Across the model years in the data, that combination is a big part of why the car remains desirable.

• Owners rate the Nissan GT-R between 3.67 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk is shaped more by maintenance costs and age-related wear than by the car’s core performance appeal.

What should I look for when buying a used Nissan GT-R?

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is solid at 79.8% — always verify the vehicle history report.

Older model years carry meaningfully higher accident rates, so always verify the vehicle history report on pre-2015 models.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: The GT-R’s safety suite centers on airbags, crumple zones, anti-lock braking, brake assist, electronic brake-force distribution, traction control, vehicle-dynamics control, hill-start assist, yaw rate feedback control, and Snow mode.
• Infotainment: Standard NissanConnect with an 8.0-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, Nissan Navigation System with voice guidance, Bluetooth hands-free, audio streaming, and text messaging assistant.

Which Nissan GT-R trim should I buy?

The 2021 Nissan GT-R offers these trims:

• GT-R Premium: This is the core 2021 trim and the best-value choice for most shoppers, pairing the GT-R’s 565-hp twin-turbo V6, six-speed dual-clutch automatic, AWD, adaptive dampers, and a strong list of comfort and tech features.
• GT-R NISMO: This is the more track-focused trim, adding 600 hp, 481 lb-ft of torque, GT3-derived turbochargers, and Recaro bucket seats for buyers who want the most extreme factory version.

What Nissan GT-R do most buyers choose?

The Nissan GT-R years with the most listings are 2015, 2014, and 2020.

The highest-volume years tend to be the most popular used picks because they give you more inventory to compare and more chances to find the right price and condition. They also often sit in the sweet spot where the GT-R’s core performance appeal is still strong and the market has more examples to choose from.

Is the Nissan GT-R safe?

• 2021: 6/10

For the safest used buy, the 2021 model posts the highest confirmed score of 6/10.

Should I buy a used Nissan GT-R now?

Buy now if:

• Sweet-spot year: The 2015 model has the most listings. The Nissan GT-R offers a distinctive blend of supercar-style performance, track-ready character, and grand touring appeal.

If you're buying used today, the 2015 model year offers the best mix of value and availability.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 15, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.