Nissan Skyline V36 VC 36 J50

The Skyline Sedan went on sale on November 11, 2006, with an update to the Skyline Coupe beginning in fall 2007. Early models included the 250GT, 250GT FOUR, and 350GT. It was first available only as a 4-door sedan in Japan and was also sold in the USA as the 2007 Infiniti G35. On May 13, 2008, Nissan announced that a convertible variant of the Infiniti G37 (U.S. Spec Skyline coupe) would be produced for the 2009 model year. The convertible is not available in Japan.

Initial release

The Skyline Sedan went on sale on November 11, 2006, with an update to the Skyline Coupe beginning in fall 2007. Early models included the 250GT, 250GT FOUR, and 350GT.

It was first available only as a 4-door sedan in Japan and was also sold in the USA as the 2007 Infiniti G35.

On May 13, 2008, Nissan announced that a convertible variant of the Infiniti G37 (U.S. Spec Skyline coupe) would be produced for the 2009 model year. The convertible is not available in Japan.

Skyline 370GT Coupe (DBA-CKV36, 2007-)

Introduced in 2007 for the 2008 model year, it is a Japanese version of the Infiniti G37 coupe.

Eighteen-inch wheels are used on the base and 370GT Type P cars, while Type S and Type SP cars include 19-inch wheels.

The Skyline Coupe went on sale on 2007-10-02. Early models include 370GT, 370GT Type P, 370GT Type S and 370GT Type SP.

250GT sedan (DBA-V36, DBA-NV36)

The 250GT sedan is a Japanese version of the Infiniti G25 sedan.

Four-wheel drive is standard on 250GT FOUR models (NV36, where N stands for 4WD).

The 250GT Type S was introduced for 2008 model year.

Seventeen-inch wheels are standard for all model ranges, except for the 250GT Type S, which has 18-inch wheels.

350GT sedan

The 350GT sedan is a Japanese version of the Infiniti G35 sedan.

Four-wheel active steering is available in Type S and Type SP as option.

50th Limited (2007–2008)

The 50th Limited is an option for Skyline Sedan models 250GT Type P, 350GT Type P, 350GT Type SP, and 250GT FOUR Type P, commemorating the 50th anniversary of Nissan Skyline.^[67] The interior is marked with anniversary red leather seats, and serial-numbered front glass.

The vehicle was unveiled in 2007 Tokyo Motor Show.^[68]

The 50th Limited models, along with 250GT Type S, went on sale from November 27, 2007 until March 31, 2008.^[69][70]

Skyline Coupe Aero-Sports Concept, Skyline Aero Package Concept (2008)

Skyline Aero Package Concept is a version of Skyline Sedan 350GT Type SP with dynamic front and rear spoilers, re-designed sporty front grill and chromed alloy wheels.

Skyline Coupe Aero-Sports Concept is a version of Skyline Coupe 370GT Type SP with new exterior and interior looks with new aero parts and seat materials.

The vehicles were unveiled in 2008 Tokyo Auto Salon,^[71][72] followed by 2008 Nissan Customize Car Show.^[73]

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Production

As of November 28, 2006, sales of the Nissan Skyline sedan reached 4144 units.^[74]

As of December 18, 2006, sales of the Nissan Skyline sedan reached 6612 units.^[75]

As of October 16, 2007, sales of the Nissan Skyline coupe reached 1562 units.^[76]

Marketing

As part of the Nissan Skyline's 50th anniversary, information on Nissan Skyline could be found in the PlayStation 3 version of the Gran Turismo video game.^[77]

As part of the Nissan Skyline's launch event, a Touch&Feel - New SKYLINE event began in Nissan Gallery.^[78]

As part of the Nissan Skyline's 50th anniversary, a Grand Touring Japan event took place starting on March 10, 2007.^[79] Following the event, the Grand Touring ~ Legend&Future event was staged at Tokyo Midtown, showcasing 12 generations of the Nissan Skyline.^{[80][81][82][83]} The event continued in Nissan Gallery at Ginza with a chance of winning a Skyline postcard.^[84]

As part of the Nissan Skyline's 50th anniversary, Warner Music Japan published a CD titled SKYLINE 50th ANNIVERSARY CD, featuring music from Nissan Skyline commercials.^[85][86] Skyline model cars had also been produced.^[87]

As part of the Nissan Skyline Coupe launch, a series of 15 accessories under the SKYLINE collection label, including wallet, card case, key ring (leather, engine cover, and 370GT), intelligent key case, Zippo lighter, SLYLINE COUPE t-shirt (grey), SLYLINE COUPE pins (in vibrant red, brilliant silver, strafia blue, white pearl, super black, fountain blue, and lunar mare silver) went on sale at Nissan online shop beginning October 2007.^[88]

2008 update

Sedan changes include:

• Scratch shield body paint for all body colour
• New body colour crystal white pearl (3-coal pearl) is added for total of 6 colour choices
• Uses Skyline Coupe mirror
• Aluminium finisher colour change
• Rear middle seat includes adjustable head rest, door lower soft touch material
• V6 engine model uses VQ37VHR engine, 7-speed automatic transmission
• Intelligent air conditioner as standard equipment (except 250GT, 250GT FOUR)
• Active AFS as standard equipment
• curtain airbag, side airbag at front seats as standard equipment

Coupe changes include:

• Scratch shield body paint for all body colour
• New body colour crystal white pearl (3-coal pearl) is added for total of seven colour choices
• Walk-in level colour change
• Door grip finisher handle change
• 5-speed automatic transmission replaced by 7-speed automatic transmission
• Intelligent air conditioner, privacy glass as standard equipment

The vehicles went on sale on December 2, 2008. Early Sedan models include the 250GT, 250GT FOUR, and 370GT. Early Coupe models include the 370GT.^[89]

370GT sedan (DBA-KV36)

Introduced in 2008 for the 2009 model year, the 370GT sedan is a Japanese version of the Infiniti G37 sedan. It replaced the 350GT sedan.

Eighteen-inch wheels are standard for all model ranges, except for the 370GT Type P, which has 17-inch wheels.

Skyline Crossover (DBA-J50, DBA-NJ50)

See also: Infiniti EX

Nissan Skyline Crossover

Introduced in 2009, it is based on the Infiniti EX37, for Japan market. The vehicle was unveiled at Nissan Galleries nationwide beginning on April 18, 2009,^[90][91][92] and later with all seven body colour variants at Nissan Galleries.^[93]

Sales of the Skyline Crossover began on July 13, 2009. Early models include the 370GT (Type P) and 370GT FOUR (Type P).^[94][95][96]

Four-wheel drive is standard on 370GT FOUR models. 18-inch wheels are standard for all model ranges.

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2010 update

Skyline Sedan, Coupe (2010-)

Changes include:

• 7-speed automatic transmission option for 2-wheel drive Skyline Sedan with the 2.5-liter V6 engine
• Skyline Sedan 250GT Type P, 250GT Type V, 250GT Four Type P, 250GT Four Type V, 250GT Four and 250GT A package models receive appearance enhancements designed to create a sharper, more masculine look. In front are a new grille, bumper and headlamps. The fog lights are moved down to the bumper (previously, the fog lights were integrated into the headlights), offering a more aggressive feel. The rear bumper has also been redesigned and there is also a new 17-inch aluminum-alloy wheel design.
• Skyline Sedan sport versions (370GT Type SP, 370GT Type SP, 250GT Type S) receive a special wider, low-centered body design for a more dynamic, sporty appeal. Changes include a new unique grille, front bumper, headlights, rear bumper and use of black trim for the inner headlamp panels.
• Skyline Sedan body colour choice is expanded to 6, including new Dark Metal Grey (metallic) and Vibrant Red (solid).
• The center console trim has been redesigned to express greater volume (AT models only), with the center armrest reshaped for better integration with the console.
• New soft materials are utilized for the console sides and cupholder lid and there are new patterns and shades for the genuine aluminum and genuine wood trim.
• The Skyline Sedan adds modified Beige and Black interior color treatments.
• Enhancements to the instrument panel include white illumination for the vehicle information display and instrument indicator, as well as standardized lettering for speedometer and tachometer.
• The Intelligent Cruise Control system now works between 0 and about 100 km/h (not available with Sedan 250GT A package; a manufacturer option for Coupe 370GT Type P and 370GT).
• Both Sedan and Coupe come with the HDD Carwings navigation system, which now offers enhanced entertainment features, including a built-in digital terrestrial broadcast tuner and USB connections for iPod and other music playback devices (offered on all models except the Sedan 250GT A package and Coupe 370GT A package).
• An upgraded intelligent air-conditioning system is also standard on all models, except the Sedan 250GT and 250GT A package and Coupe 370GT A package.

The revised Skyline Sedan and Coupe went on sale on January 6, 2010.^[97][98]

Skyline Coupe, Crossover (2010–)

Coupe changes include:

• Wheel design change
• New body colour shining blue (pearl metallic) for total of seven colours

Crossover changes include:

• New body colours ceramic blue (metallic), dark metal grey (metallic), franboise red (2-coat pearl) for total of six colours

The revised Skyline Sedan and Crossover went on sale on November 15, 2010