Nissan Skyline V36, 12 generation, restyling 01.2010 - 05.2014
(V36)
01.2010 - 05.2014
DBA-KV36, DBA-NV36, DBA-V36
12 generation, restyling
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The twelfth-generation Skyline went on sale in November 2006. The new sedan (V36) was built on the FR-L platform, which is significantly tougher than the previous generation (V35 series). The dimensions of the model have not changed much - quite a bit (by 20 mm) the body has become wider and lower, and it looks very fit, as befits a rear-wheel drive sports sedan. Visually, the swiftness and power of his character is emphasized by the unique shapes of the lines of the body, which has excellent aerodynamics, the presence of a sports body kit, a “sharp” cut of the trunk lid with an integrated spoiler. In terms of amenities, almost nothing has changed, but the passenger space has increased slightly, most of all by adding to the length (140 mm), the quality of the trim has improved.
The basic version of Skyline, as in the previous generation, is a modification of the 250GT. The car nominally received wheels with a dimension of 17 inches, starting the engine with a button, some new security systems. The standard for all versions remains the presence of xenon headlights and front fog lights, electric front seats, climate control, an LCD monitor with an integrated TV tuner. Later, the basic equipment included the side and rear-view cameras, previously offered as an option, a navigation system with HDD and traffic jam notification, and other attributes of a luxury car. In expensive versions, starting with Type P, an electric driver’s seat - with position memory; for the convenience of shifting gears, paddle shifters made of magnesium alloy (Type SP, Type S) are installed, and as an option, an active control system for all four wheels (4 Wheel Active Steering) is available. The changes affected the car twice - in 2008 and 2010. In the latter case, the design of the grille, bumper, headlights, alloy wheels, and also (in cars with automatic transmission) the center console has changed. The center armrest is now integrated with the console.
Like the previous generation, Skyline V36 is equipped with V6 VQ series engines. The difference is in the absence of a three-liter version. The power of the base 2.5-liter engine increased to 225 hp, fuel consumption also increased, however, not too much. The next engine is already 3.5 liters and 315 hp. The transmission in both versions is a 5-speed automatic. Since December 2008, the 3.5 engine has been replaced by a new power unit - a volume of 3.7 liters (similar to that on the updated Skyline coupe). He received, respectively, a new 7-speed "automatic" with manual mode. The engine and transmission of the 2.5-liter model were left unchanged. Only she, as before, offers four-wheel drive. These modifications use the 4WD Attesa E-TS system with an automatically connected front axle, similar to that installed on other Nissan's original rear-wheel drive models.
Skyline front suspension elements became aluminum, due to which it was possible to minimize weight gain. The car has retained its previous wheelbase. The front suspension has become a double wishbone, the rear - multi-link, lightweight and rigid design. In general, the car itself has become more “rigid”, having received a new platform with improved characteristics, new shock absorbers, as a result of which Skyline has become even more stable and more stable in motion. Innovations could not but touch the clearance - it is now 135 mm against 140 in the previous series. Talking about this as a drawback can only be applied to domestic road conditions. On the other hand, the car, on the contrary, has only become even better in terms of driving stability and handling.
When it comes to safety aspects, the V36 series has become better in every way. About the platform and the body in particular, which has become more rigid on bending and torsion, has already been said. The list of standard equipment includes ISOFIX mounts, active head restraints; in addition to the front - side airbags and curtains. Of the active systems, there are ABS with EBD and an auxiliary braking system. Also added (albeit as an option): radar cruise control, adaptive road lighting system. In addition, the car can be equipped with an electronic stability control system. Skyline, which replaced a dozen generations, became even more athletic and aggressive. Right-hand drive cars look very advantageous in the secondary market - in fact, for the price of a new foreign car of a one and a half liter class you can buy, albeit a little used, a car with excellent characteristics and complete “stuffing”. At the same time, the technical condition of the majority of Skyline copies presented for sale is not in doubt. Of course, the vast majority of them - with an engine of 2.5 liters, as an advantageous option in many respects.
The basic version of Skyline, as in the previous generation, is a modification of the 250GT. The car nominally received wheels with a dimension of 17 inches, starting the engine with a button, some new security systems. The standard for all versions remains the presence of xenon headlights and front fog lights, electric front seats, climate control, an LCD monitor with an integrated TV tuner. Later, the basic equipment included the side and rear-view cameras, previously offered as an option, a navigation system with HDD and traffic jam notification, and other attributes of a luxury car. In expensive versions, starting with Type P, an electric driver’s seat - with position memory; for the convenience of shifting gears, paddle shifters made of magnesium alloy (Type SP, Type S) are installed, and as an option, an active control system for all four wheels (4 Wheel Active Steering) is available. The changes affected the car twice - in 2008 and 2010. In the latter case, the design of the grille, bumper, headlights, alloy wheels, and also (in cars with automatic transmission) the center console has changed. The center armrest is now integrated with the console.
Like the previous generation, Skyline V36 is equipped with V6 VQ series engines. The difference is in the absence of a three-liter version. The power of the base 2.5-liter engine increased to 225 hp, fuel consumption also increased, however, not too much. The next engine is already 3.5 liters and 315 hp. The transmission in both versions is a 5-speed automatic. Since December 2008, the 3.5 engine has been replaced by a new power unit - a volume of 3.7 liters (similar to that on the updated Skyline coupe). He received, respectively, a new 7-speed "automatic" with manual mode. The engine and transmission of the 2.5-liter model were left unchanged. Only she, as before, offers four-wheel drive. These modifications use the 4WD Attesa E-TS system with an automatically connected front axle, similar to that installed on other Nissan's original rear-wheel drive models.
Skyline front suspension elements became aluminum, due to which it was possible to minimize weight gain. The car has retained its previous wheelbase. The front suspension has become a double wishbone, the rear - multi-link, lightweight and rigid design. In general, the car itself has become more “rigid”, having received a new platform with improved characteristics, new shock absorbers, as a result of which Skyline has become even more stable and more stable in motion. Innovations could not but touch the clearance - it is now 135 mm against 140 in the previous series. Talking about this as a drawback can only be applied to domestic road conditions. On the other hand, the car, on the contrary, has only become even better in terms of driving stability and handling.
When it comes to safety aspects, the V36 series has become better in every way. About the platform and the body in particular, which has become more rigid on bending and torsion, has already been said. The list of standard equipment includes ISOFIX mounts, active head restraints; in addition to the front - side airbags and curtains. Of the active systems, there are ABS with EBD and an auxiliary braking system. Also added (albeit as an option): radar cruise control, adaptive road lighting system. In addition, the car can be equipped with an electronic stability control system. Skyline, which replaced a dozen generations, became even more athletic and aggressive. Right-hand drive cars look very advantageous in the secondary market - in fact, for the price of a new foreign car of a one and a half liter class you can buy, albeit a little used, a car with excellent characteristics and complete “stuffing”. At the same time, the technical condition of the majority of Skyline copies presented for sale is not in doubt. Of course, the vast majority of them - with an engine of 2.5 liters, as an advantageous option in many respects.