The Ligier Nissan DPi is a derivative of the Ligier JS P217 complying with the Daytona Prototype International category (DPi) regulations set up by the IMSA. It is dedicated exclusively to the WeatherTech SportsCar Championship.

In partnership with Nissan and Nismo, Ligier Automotive conceived for the Tequila Patron ESM team the Ligier Nissan DPi powered by the 3.8-litre twin turbo engine from the GT-R Nismo GT3. In parallel to the modifications required for the installation of the engine, special bodywork was also created.

Technical sheet

Chassis

  • monocoque carbon HP Composites
  • Weight : 930 kg min.

Dimensions

  • length: 4745 mm
  • width: 1900 mm
  • wheelbase: 3010 mm

Bodywork

  • carbon HP Composites

Suspensions

  • double wishbones, pushrod and torque rods at the front and spring at the rear
  • 4 ways latest generation of dampers
  • Axles with automatic security system and high quality wheel nuts

Transmission

  • Hewland TLS-200 six-speed sequential gearbox with magnesium casing specific to the Ligier JS P217

Engine

  • 3.8-litre V6 twin turbo engine from the GT-R Nismo GT3

Tank

  • ATL 75 litres

Rims

  • magnesium, Ø 18'', front width: 12,5'', rear width: 13''

Freins

  • master cylinder, 6-piston callipers, front and rear carbon discs: Ø 15''

Highlights

IMSA WeatheTech Sportscar Championship
2017: 5 podiums, 2 wins (Road America, Petit Le Mans)
2018,  after round 5/10: 1 win (Sebring)