Nissan GT-R Vehicle Class & EPA Size Category
The EPA classifies the 2024 Nissan GT-R as a Subcompact Cars, a rating based on body style and interior volume.
Latest model year (2024):
The Nissan GT-R is classified by the EPA as a Subcompact Cars.
Nissan GT-R Vehicle Class — All Years
| Year | Trim | Vehicle Class | Drive | Fuel Type | MPG Comb. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | Auto (AM-S6), 6 cyl, 3.8 L | Subcompact Cars | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 18 |
| 2023 | Auto (AM-S6), 6 cyl, 3.8 L | Subcompact Cars | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 18 |
| 2021 | Auto (AM-S6), 6 cyl, 3.8 L | Subcompact Cars | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 18 |
| 2020 | Auto (AM-S6), 6 cyl, 3.8 L | Subcompact Cars | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 18 |
| 2019 | Auto (AM6), 6 cyl, 3.8 L | Subcompact Cars | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 18 |
| 2018 | Auto (AM6), 6 cyl, 3.8 L | Subcompact Cars | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 18 |
| 2017 | Auto (AM6), 6 cyl, 3.8 L | Subcompact Cars | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 18 |
| 2016 | Auto (AM6), 6 cyl, 3.8 L | Subcompact Cars | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 19 |
| 2015 | Auto (AM6), 6 cyl, 3.8 L | Subcompact Cars | All-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 19 |
Data sourced from fueleconomy.gov (U.S. Department of Energy). MPG figures are EPA-tested. Fuel costs are estimates based on average fuel prices and 15,000 miles/year.
Nissan GT-R Vehicle Class FAQ
What class of vehicle is the Nissan GT-R?
The EPA classifies the Nissan GT-R as a Subcompact Cars. This classification is based on interior volume and body style and affects how its fuel economy is compared with other vehicles.
Is the Nissan GT-R considered a small or large vehicle?
Based on its EPA class (Subcompact Cars), the Nissan GT-R is grouped with vehicles of similar size and interior volume. The class can change between model years when the body is redesigned.