We've heard this particular rumor before, but despite Nissan CEO Carlos Ghosn's denials that a four-door GT-R is in the works, AutoExpress cracks open the taps once more, citing its usual "sources in Japan." But there's a twist.

According to the British rumormongers, the Infiniti-badged GT-R will be stretched to accommodate the extra set of doors, making the wheelbase longer and giving it a more comfortable ride. However, the GT-R's twin-turbo 3.8-liter V6 won't be used. Instead, the FX50's 5.0-liter V8 will be mated to the same all-wheel-drive system and rear-mounted twin-clutch gearbox as its Nissan counterpart. Output is pegged at 420 hp with a 0-60 time of five seconds and a top speed of 170 mph.

While we're suitably skeptical about any mention of a four-door GT-R, this could be the long-rumored replacement for Infiniti's aging Q, taking the fight to the BMW M5 and Mercedes-Benz E63.

[Source: AutoExpress]

 

That would be HOT!

 

i might be in for that if i had kids

 

looks interesting!!!

 

id rock it and SC the V8 lol

 

that would be sick. just as long as it is launchable.

 

That would be a great addition to the Infiniti lineup. But 5 sec 0-60 wont cut it if it wants to compete with products from the performance lux divisions of the likes of BMW or Mercedes. But maybe this is not its intended purpose anyway.

 

damn... can't wait to hear more news about this

 

Just make the damn Q sedan. and call it a day.

Q50s anyone? will/would compete with the 550i or 750i