Everyday hero

When I got the GT-R for a long-term test, I promised myself that I will not wax eloquent about its explosive performance. Easier said than done. It's hard not to be impressed when you're driving a car this capable. Sure it feels big when you're cruising around town slowly, but put your foot down and the GT-R gobbles up tarmac faster than Popeye would a can of spinach. It is more muscular than sailor boy too. The pumped-up bodykit may look a bit tuner-special, but the overall styling just drips menace.

But now I will get back to the more practical stuff. While the cabin does pack four-seats, you won't be able to convince your own kids to sit in the back. Boot space is reasonable. Although not as spacious as a 7 Series, it will carry a lot more luggage than its nemesis, the Porsche 911 Turbo, which makes it more practical. It is slightly unnerving to drive in tight spaces, because of its gargantuan proportions. More so since you wouldn't want to decorate the awesome black rims by grinding them on a kerb.

The ride is great for a supercar too, if you slip the GT-R into its softest setting. Turn on snow mode, shift the suspension into comfort and gear changes become virtually indiscernible. Even the characteristic supercar high-speed bounce is gone as the GT-R glides unperturbed over rough surfaces like a boring saloon. Very impressive.

But the real test of the Godzilla's long-distance capabilities and fuel efficiency will be this weekend when I take it out to meet the mountain roads of Fujairah. Looking forward to that. I'm sure you are too.

Facts

• Driven: by Amit
• Start mileage: 7,534km
• Recent cost: Fuel
• Average fuel economy: 16-18mpg
• Highs: Ride comfort, reasonable boot
• Lows: Tiny back seats