Nissan has lifted the covers of the 2016 model year GT-R at the New York Motor Show.

It claims the updates to this year’s model are the most significant since the R35’s introduction in 2007, however in reality there’s been a series of minor tweaks to keep the GT-R fresh until the arrival of the R36 GT-R, expected some time between 2018 and 2020.

Visually the MY16 GT-R receives a number of updates that Nissan claims makes it slipperier through the air without hurting its downforce figures. There’s a reinforced bonnet, redesigned front bumper and lip spoiler, new side sills and new vents at the rear to improve airflow.

2016 Nissan GT-R Interior

Mechanically, there is an extra 15kW/6Nm, the 3.8-litre twin-turbo six now producing 419kW/632Nm, with new titanium mufflers and “Active Sound Enhancement” improving the soundtrack.

However, despite Nissan claiming “superior acceleration” there’s no word of any improvement on the current GT-R’s 2.7-second 0-100km/h claim. Mind you, that’s probably not something that needed improving.

2016 Nissan GT-R Rear

The R35 celebrates its 10th birthday next year, but still offers an unparalleled amount of performance for the price. The MY16 model will arrive in Australia about mid-year and we’ll bring you local pricing closer to its release.