Nissan Skyline Sedan 400R Review
2019-2023
The Nissan Skyline Sedan 400R (V37 Series) is the flagship performance variant of Nissan's iconic saloon line in Japan. Powered by a 3.0L Twin-Turbo V6 (VR30DDTT) tuned to produce a massive 405 hp and 475 Nm of torque, it brings genuine supercar-slaying four-door performance to Kenyan highways while maintaining an understated executive saloon aesthetic and 500 L boot practicality.
*This score is awarded by our team of expert reviewers after extensive testing of the car
What’s good
- Supercar-slaying 405 hp acceleration: Twin-turbo VR30 V6 launches 0–100 km/h in 4.5 seconds with explosive mid-range overtaking power.
- Understated sleeper aesthetic: Discrete 400R badging, red Akebono 4-piston sport brake calipers, and 19-inch dark alloy wheels offer stealth road presence.
- Dynamic Digital Suspension (DDS): Electronically controlled adaptive dampers adjust instantly for flat cornering and stable high-speed highway cruising.
- Cavernous 500 L boot & luxury cabin: Quilted leather sport seats, Bose Performance Series 16-speaker audio, and dual-touchscreen InTouch infotainment.
What’s not so good
- Low 135 mm ground clearance: Requires careful navigation over tall estate speed bumps and unpaved access roads in Nairobi.
- 35% KRA excise duty tax rate: 2,997 cc engine displacement exceeds the 2,500 cc threshold, triggering higher customs duties.
- High-octane fuel dependency: Requires 98-octane premium unleaded fuel to maintain twin-turbo boost levels reliably without detonation.
Most popular: Skyline 400R / 400R Limited
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At a glance
- Model
- Nissan Skyline 400R (V37 Series)
- Production years
- 2019–2023
- Body type
- 4-Door Executive Sports Saloon
- Seating capacity
- 5
- Fuel types
- Petrol (VR30DDTT Twin-Turbo V6)
- Engine sizes
- 2,997 cc
- Transmission
- 7-Speed Automatic with Magnesium Paddle Shifters
- Drivetrain
- Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) with Dynamic Digital Suspension
- Ground clearance
- 135 mm
- Source market
- Japan (RHD JDM Spec)
Trims & variants
400R Base / 400R Limited (300-unit anniversary edition)
- Setup
3.0L VR30DDTT Twin-Turbo V6 (405 hp / 475 Nm), 7-speed automatic with solid magnesium paddle shifters, RWD, Dynamic Digital Suspension, Akebono 4-piston front brake calipers, 19-inch staggered aluminum wheels.
- Why it gets shipped
Highly coveted by JDM performance enthusiasts and corporate executives in Nairobi seeking BMW M340i / Audi S4 levels of performance with iconic Skyline heritage.
- Local consideration
ProPILOT driver assist technology and Direct Adaptive Steering (DAS) sensor diagnostics should be verified before purchase at Japanese auctions.
Fuel consumption
No separate figure for the Nissan Skyline 400R (V37 Series), so these are the car's headline figures. Manufacturer / import-market figures: 10.0 km/L. Tank: 80 L (about 800 km combined). Real-world use varies with load, traffic and altitude.
Running cost
- City driving
- KES 2,910 / 100 km
- Highway driving
- KES 1,816 / 100 km
- 1,000 km a month
- KES 22,696
- Full tank (80 L)
- KES 18,157
Based on petrol at KES 226.96/L, 15-10-2026 to 14-11-2026. Combined economy unless stated.
Work out a trip cost →Package tiers
Skyline 400R trim tiers feature high-end sport styling, adaptive dampers, and leather interiors.
| Package | Level | Key features |
|---|---|---|
| 400R Standard | High performance | 405 hp twin-turbo V6, 19-inch gunmetal alloys, Akebono red calipers, dual exhaust, quilted leather sport seats, dual displays. |
| 400R Limited | Collector flagship | Exclusive BBS 19-inch forged wheels, rear carbon fiber spoiler, high-output engine plaque, dark chrome exterior trim. |
About the Nissan Skyline Sedan 400R
Kenya strictly enforces an 8-year age limit from manufacture month and right-hand drive regulations. In 2026, 2019 to 2023 Skyline 400R models sit comfortably inside the direct import window.
Crucially, the 3.0L (2,997 cc) VR30DDTT twin-turbo engine sits in KRA's 35% excise duty tax bracket. While exceeding the 2,500 cc threshold, its sub-3,000 cc displacement avoids the massive tax penalties of 4.0L+ or 5.0L+ V8 performance saloons, making it a surprisingly accessible 400+ hp luxury performance option in Nairobi.
Disclaimer
Tax figures are estimates based on October 2026 KRA schedules. Always verify specific chassis CRSP entries with your clearing agent prior to purchase.
