The Nissan GT-R does 18.2 mpg combined (15.9 city, 22.1 highway), which works out to about $2,110 a year in fuel at $3.20 a gallon and 12,000 miles. Against other V6 cars it sits below the average of 19.8 mpg.
Every Nissan GT-R engine, compared
Picking the right version of the same car often saves more fuel than picking a different car altogether. Yearly cost assumes 12,000 miles at $3.20 a gallon.
| Engine | Combined | City / Highway | Years | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.8L 6-cyl | 15.9 / 22.1 | 2009–2024 | $2,110 |
What that actually costs
Miles per gallon is an abstraction; the fuel bill is not. Here it is in money, at 12,000 miles a year and $3.20 a gallon.
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Cost per mile | $0.176 |
| Fuel per year | $2,110 |
| Fuel over five years | $10,550 |
| Against other V6 cars | +$171 a year |
| EPA's own estimate | $4,250 a year |
City or highway — who is this car for
The gap between city and highway figures tells you whom the car suits. A wide gap punishes stop-and-start traffic; a narrow one means the car doesn't care where you drive it.
| Measure | Value | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| City | 15.9 mpg | $2,415 a year if you only drive in town |
| Highway | 22.1 mpg | $1,738 a year if you mostly commute |
| Gap | +6.2 mpg (39%) | Wide — this car dislikes traffic |
How the GT-R changed over the years
Combined figure by model year. Jumps usually mark a new generation or a new engine; dips often mean a heavier body or added all-wheel drive.
| Model year | Combined | City / Highway | Engines offered | Fuel per year |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 16 / 22 | 1 | $2,133 | |
| 2023 | 16 / 22 | 1 | $2,133 | |
| 2021 | 16 / 22 | 1 | $2,133 | |
| 2020 | 16 / 22 | 1 | $2,133 | |
| 2019 | 16 / 22 | 1 | $2,133 | |
| 2018 | 16 / 22 | 1 | $2,133 | |
| 2017 | 16 / 22 | 1 | $2,133 | |
| 2016 | 16 / 22 | 1 | $2,021 | |
| 2015 | 16 / 23 | 1 | $2,021 | |
| 2014 | 16 / 23 | 1 | $2,021 | |
| 2013 | 16 / 23 | 1 | $2,021 | |
| 2012 | 16 / 23 | 1 | $2,021 | |
| 2011 | 15 / 21 | 1 | $2,259 | |
| 2010 | 15 / 21 | 1 | $2,259 | |
| 2009 | 16 / 21 | 1 | $2,133 |
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How we count
Fuel-economy figures come from EPA fueleconomy.gov — the same laboratory numbers printed on the window sticker. We don't adjust them; real-world consumption depends on how and where you drive.
What we add is money. Yearly cost assumes 12,000 miles at $3.20 a gallon — change either and the ranking stays, only the size of the bill moves. Cost per mile is the same figure divided out, useful when comparing a commute against a weekend car.
Frequently asked questions
What mpg does the Nissan GT-R get?
18.2 mpg combined on average — 15.9 in the city and 22.1 on the highway, per EPA ratings across 2009–2024.
How much does a Nissan GT-R cost in fuel per year?
About $2,110 at 12,000 miles and $3.20 a gallon — roughly $10,550 over five years, or 0.176 dollars a mile.
Which GT-R engine is the most economical?
The 3.8L 6-cyl at 18.2 mpg.
Is the GT-R good on fuel compared with similar cars?
Against other V6 cars it sits below the average of 19.8 mpg, computed across 6170 ratings.
Are these real-world figures?
No — they are EPA laboratory ratings, the same ones on the window sticker. Real consumption depends on driving style, terrain, load and weather, and is typically a little worse.