2014 launch for Nissan GT-R Nismo

According to Khabar Khodro, Nissan has confirmed that production on the GT-R Nismo is ‘on track’ and we could see it hit showrooms as early as next year after it's predicted unveiling at the Toyko Motor Show in November.

"The Nissan GT-R Nismo is the GT-R with which we pursue pure performance," says Hiroshi Tamura, Nissan GT-R and Nismo Chief Product Specialist. "It is for people who search for true performance. Its development is on schedule, and I can’t wait to see the model introduced into the markets."

No technical specifications have been released by Nissan but a modified version of the twin-turbo V6 producing in excess of 570bhp is expected. Earlier in the year, Auto Express brought you a report that the Nismo GT-R may be able to achieve a 0-60mph time of 2.0 seconds, making it the fastest accelerating production car in the world.

The GT-R will undergo a serious weight loss plan to help reduce the near-1800kg kerbweight.

The GT-R Nismo continues the expansion of the Nismo brand, following on from the Juke, 370Z and Micra. Nissan has sold more then 3,700 Juke Nismos in Europe, Japan and North America since its launch in January with the Z Nismo accounting for 15 to 30 per cent of Z model sales.

No price for the GT-R Nismo has been announced as yet.