The Japanese twin of the discontinued Infiniti Q50 soldiers on with the addition of the 400R Limited to the local lineup
Even after more than a decade on the market, the V37-generation Skyline still stands as Nissan’s flagship premium sports sedan in Japan. Now, it’s preparing for a final encore in the form of a new, limited-production special edition due in 2026.
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Called the Skyline 400R Limited, this special edition traces its roots to the Infiniti Q50 once sold in the US before that model bowed out. It will be limited to 400 units and features carbon fiber detailing, wider tires, and a revised chassis setup designed for a more focused drive.
This new model builds on the existing 400R, effectively serving as a lightly upgraded version. It sits just below the 400R Nismo in Nissan’s domestic lineup of performance sedans.
The Limited trim skips the full Nismo bodykit but gains carbon fiber mirror caps and a discreet rear spoiler, along with unique badging at the rear to mark its special status.
Inside, the updates continue with carbon accents on the center console and a numbered plaque carrying the “Tuned by NMC” inscription
Nissan geeks might notice that the 19-inch alloy wheels are shod in wider Dunlop SP Sport Maxx GT 600 tires. These are paired with a 4 percent increase in the front suspension spring rate and a more substantial 44 percent boost in the rear stabilizer spring rate.
The braking system has also been upgraded with highly fade-resistant pads to enhance durability under heavy use.
No Changes In Power
Under the hood, the Skyline 400R Limited continues with the familiar twin-turbo 3.0-liter V6, shared with both the standard 400R and the Nissan Z. It produces 400 hp (298 kW / 405 PS), slightly shy of the 400R Nismo’s 414 hp (309 kW / 420 PS).
Power still flows to the rear wheels through a seven-speed automatic gearbox.
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Alongside the Limited model, Nissan is adding a new Wangan Blue paint option to the Skyline’s palette. This shade, reserved for the brand’s “special sports cars,” is formulated with pigments that shift subtly between day and night.
Furthermore, in order to comply with the latest safety regulations, the 2026 Skyline also receives an enhanced automatic emergency braking system, capable of detecting pedestrians and cyclists more effectively than before.
Unlike many of Japan’s exclusive performance editions, which are often distributed through a lottery system, Nissan will offer the Skyline 400R Limited on a first-come, first-served basis.
As for pricing, the sports sedan is listed at ¥6,935,500 ($45,400), marking a ¥440,000 ($2,900) jump over the standard 400R. The table below shows the full 2026 model-year Skyline lineup for the Japanese market.
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