NISMO PERFORMANCE

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PASSION WITHOUT A REDLINE

WHAT MAKES NISMO A NISMO

Discover everything that goes into creating these uniquely thrilling road cars. From power to body structure to handling to track-inspired styling and interiors. There’s nothing like a NISMO.

EXPLORE NISMO
Nissan Nismo

BEHIND-THE-SCENES NISMO VIDEOS


Get an insider's look at how NISMO vehicles are engineered and built, and go for a pulse-raising 360-degree thrill ride.

A HISTORY OF TENACITY

A HERITAGE OF INNOVATION


Nissan’s racing legacy began more than 80 years ago and continues today. It’s an amazing story of determination, adversity, and passion for the sport. Here are some highlights.

COMPETITION BEGINS, INNOVATION ACCELERATES
TAMAGAWA SPEEDWAY

COMPETITION BEGINS, INNOVATION ACCELERATES

In only its second year, the passion for motorsport is obvious. At a 1200-meter oval track near Tokyo, Datsun - the original brand of Nissan, which later became known officially as Nissan – employs the NL75 racer’s new DOHC supercharged engine to win against other, much larger foreign cars, starting the legend of a “Giant Killer”. It also begins the tradition of taking lessons learned from racing, and bringing them to our street vehicles.

CONQUERING A 19-DAY CHALLENGE OTHERS COULDN’T ENDURE
AUSTRALIAN RALLY

CONQUERING A 19-DAY CHALLENGE OTHERS COULDN’T ENDURE

Battling poor roads, floods, and extreme temperatures, Nissan furthers its reputation for durability by finishing first in its class at the “The World’s Cruelest Rally” around the Australian continent. At the wheel was Yasuharu Nanba, who later becomes the first president of NISMO. Half the entrants didn’t finish the 16,600-km course – deemed so severe, it was never used again.

THE SKYLINE OVERTAKES THE PORSCHE AND INSPIRES A GENERATION
SHOCK AT SUZUKA

THE SKYLINE OVERTAKES THE PORSCHE AND INSPIRES A GENERATION

World Class performance. The Skyline GT earns Pole position in qualifying for the 1964 JAPAN Grand Prix, and then overtakes a Porsche 904 Carrera GTS, taking the lead at the Japan Grand Prix. Not only a surprise to Porsche, it becomes one of the pinnacle moments for motorsport and Japan.

NEW CONTINENT – NEW RECORDS
240Z IN THE U.S.A.

NEW CONTINENT – NEW RECORDS

In 1970, the 240Z was a favorite among private racers, and began a tradition of collecting titles in SCCA C Production. The Z wins the C Production National Championships in 1970 and 1971. The Z legend continues with a 350Z win in the Touring 3 race at the 2016 SCCA National Championships, marking Nissan’s 100th SCCA Runoff title – the first automaker in SCCA history to achieve such an incredible landmark.

RETURN OF THE KING
GT-R REVIVAL

RETURN OF THE KING

After bringing the GT-R back in 1989, it returns to motorsport with a vengeance, lapping all competitors to win its first race in 1990. It becomes one of the most dominant racers ever in the All-Japan Touring Car Championships, with an unprecedented 29-race winning streak through 1993. It becomes a worldwide phenomenon, winning the 1991 Spa Francorchamps 24 hours. In Australia, the GT-R wins the title for 1991 and 1992, and earns the nickname “Godzilla”.

RISING TO NEW CHALLENGES
GROUP C SUCCESS

RISING TO NEW CHALLENGES

Participating in Group C in Japan from 1984, Nissan’s Group C car builds an impressive record, including three wins in 1990-1992. After the team creates its own chassis in 1991, drivers Masahiro Hasemi, Kazuyoshi Hoshino, and Toshio Suzuki serve notice on the world stage with a win at the prestigious 1992 24 Hours of Daytona with the R91CP.

PODIUM FINISH
24 HOURS OF LE MANS

PODIUM FINISH

With a Le Mans program that began in 1986, the 1998 NISMO-developed Nissan R390 GT1 takes on the world's most legendary endurance race. With a 3rd-place finish in the GT1 class, it becomes the first time a Japanese team stands on the podium at Le Mans. In addition to this, 4 of the top 10 finishers in GT1 were Nissan vehicles.

FAIRLADY Z GT500 RIDES TO VICTORY IN ITS DEBUT YEAR
2004 ALL JAPAN GT CHAMPIONSHIP

FAIRLADY Z GT500 RIDES TO VICTORY IN ITS DEBUT YEAR

Successor to the Skyline GT-R R34, the Fairlady Z quickly proved its competitiveness by winning its very first race. Satoshi Motoyama and Richard Lyons drove it to victory. The Fairlady Z went on to win Round 6, culminating with Nissan securing the Team title for the season, and Motoyama and Lyons taking home the Driver’s crown.

ALWAYS RACING FORWARD

MOTORSPORT

Nissan GT-R NISMO GT3 on racetrack
Nissan GT-R NISMO GT3 rearview on racetrack
Nissan GT-R NISMO GT3 pit stop at 24 Hours of LeMans
Nissan GT-R NISMO GT3 wins 2015 Bathurst 12 Hour race
Split image with Nissan DPi race car at Laguna Seca and GT-R based racing engine
Split image with V8 NISMO racing engine and Ligier JS P3 Nissan race car
NISMO MOTORSPORT

NISMO MOTORSPORT

Get an overview of where we are racing, about our cars and what people are talking about.

NISMO NEWS

NISMO NEWS

Get to know the latest news on Nissan Motorsport.

NISMO TV

NISMO TV

Watch the latest NISMO info from test track to race track.

EAT, SLEEP, BREATHE NISMO

NISMO COMMUNITY


A place to share, enjoy, and experience. Welcome to the home of the most passionate enthusiasts on the planet.

View from inside car at Nismo Academy
NISMO Driving Academy instructors
NISMO Driving Academy 370Z NISMO
NISMO Driving Academy lineup
NISMO Driving Academy instructor with student
NISMO Driving Academy GT-R NISMO and March NISMO
NISMO Driving Academy group shot

ACCELERATE YOUR PERFORMANCE

NISMO DRIVING ACADEMY


The perfect way to learn the limits of you and your NISMO, and improve your driving skills in a safe environment.

Nissan GT Academy 370Z showing off

NISMO GT ACADEMY


Take your skills from the virtual world of Gran Turismo on PlayStation® to the awesome experience of reality in one of the most unique programs in motorsport.

Nissan GT-R NISMO on racetrack
Nissan GT-R NISMO parked on racetrack
Ronnie Quintarelli speaking into microphone
Nissan GT-R NISMO profile on racetrack
Nissan flags waving from the stands
Nissan 370Z NISMO on display
Crowd forming a square around the number 20

PARTS FOR PERFECTION

NISMO PARTS AND ACCESSORIES


Find parts and accessories for your NISSAN and NISMO vehicle.

NISMO suspension parts
NISMO ACCESSORIES

NISMO ACCESSORIES

Give your vehicle the look of pure NISMO performance.

NISMO PERFORMANCE PARTS

NISMO PERFORMANCE PARTS

Take your vehicle to the next level with motorsport-tested, precision-engineered performance parts.

NISMO MERCHANDISE

NISMO MERCHANDISE

Show your NISMO pride with this unique collection of performance-inspired merchandise.