There are cars you drive simply to get the job done, and then there are cars you drive because they make every second feel like an event. Nissan has always had a knack for building machines that manage both. Practical on the road, yet extraordinary on the track, they sit in that sweet spot where everyday usability meets proper performance.
What sets them apart is how accessible they are. You do not need a millionaire's wallet to experience what they can do, and thanks to us you can get behind the wheel of some of the most famous models they have ever built. These are cars that carry a reputation, a presence, and in some cases even a touch of movie magic.
So let us dive into four of the finest Nissans available to drive today.
The Modern Monster
The Nissan GT-R R35 is the ultimate proof that Nissan knows how to deliver serious performance without the silly price tag. It is the most recent and most advanced model in the GT-R family, and it has earned its place as a modern classic.
The moment you fire it up, there is a sense that it means business. Put your foot down and it responds instantly, surging forward with power that feels relentless but never uncontrollable. The clever electronics keep it sharp, planted, and precise, which means you get to enjoy every ounce of its ability without feeling like you are hanging on for dear life.
It is quick enough to challenge genuine supercars, yet approachable enough that even those on their first track day can get a taste of what all the fuss is about. That balance is what makes the R35 so impressive, and why it is such a star of the line up.
Godzilla on the Circuit
The Nissan GTR has a reputation that precedes it, and it has not been nicknamed "Godzilla" for nothing. DrivingExperience calls it unstoppable, and we are not wrong. With a twin turbo V6 under the bonnet producing staggering amounts of power, it will launch you from 0–60 mph in around 3.3 seconds.
What really stands out is not just the speed, but the way it delivers it. There is an intensity to how it accelerates, yet it never feels unruly. The balance between sheer brute force and driver confidence is perfectly struck. Within a lap or two you feel like you are in tune with it, pushing harder each time, almost forgetting that you are commanding something capable of humiliating much more expensive machinery.
It is raw, exciting, and genuinely unforgettable. This is a car that gives you stories to tell, long after the drive is over.
The Screen Star
Then there is the Nissan Skyline R34, the car that went from engineering marvel to global superstar thanks to its starring role on the big screen. For many, this is the car they picture when they think of Nissan's performance heritage, and with good reason.
Behind the wheel you quickly realise it is far more than just a pretty face from Hollywood. With a top speed around 155 mph, an RB engine tuned to 400 bhp, and acceleration from 0–60 mph in just over five seconds, it is a serious piece of machinery. The handling is sharp and responsive, which makes it just as exciting through the corners as it is down the straights.
There is also a special quality to driving something so iconic. It connects engineering brilliance with cultural history, giving you the feeling that you are not just driving a car, but stepping into a role once reserved for the big screen.
Fast and Cinematic
Finally we come to the Nissan Furious GTR, which is not so much about a single model as it is about the spirit of Nissan's role in the Fast and Furious films. This is where driving blends with theatre.
The Furious GTR experience is about indulging that part of you that has always wanted to be the hero of a high octane chase scene. It is playful, larger than life, and every bit as grin inducing as you might expect. For anyone who grew up watching those films, it is a chance to turn that fantasy into something very real.
Final Note
These four Nissans prove that performance driving does not need to be out of reach. They each bring something unique to the table.
Together they represent the very best of what Nissan can offer: speed, style, and character. If you are ready to discover why these cars have captured so many imaginations, there is no better place to start than by getting behind the wheel yourself.
