Vehicle Overview The Nissan 370Z coupe was redesigned for 2009. The Z competes with cars ranging from the Mazda RX-8 to the Ford Mustang, Dodge Challenger and Chevrolet Camaro. There is also a convertible 370Z, as well as a high-performance NISMO 370Z.
New for 2010 Beyond the addition of the convertible, there are no significant changes for 2010.
Exterior The Z features a roofline with a low-cut slant and boomerang-shaped headlights, which look a bit like the ones on Nissan’s flagship Maxima sedan. Vertical pillars split the front air dam, while the taillights have a similar boomerang shape.
Standard 18-inch alloy wheels
Optional 19-inch alloy wheels
Standard dual exhaust pipes
Interior The Z’s interior has a minimalist look, with a sculpted dash wrapping around the gauges and passenger confines. A three-spoke steering wheel carries a simple “Z” logo, while the center controls have leather-stitched accents flanking each side.
Standard keyless entry with push-button start
Standard power windows and locks
Standard four-speaker stereo with steering-wheel controls
Under the Hood There’s only one engine available for the coupe. The Z’s 3.7-liter V-6 uses Nissan’s high-tech VVEL valve-lift system — not unlike BMW’s Valvetronic — to achieve 332 horsepower at a zingy 7,000 rpm. A six-speed manual transmission is standard, and it comes with Nissan’s new downshift rev-match feature, which matches downshifts like a good heel-and-toe driver might do on a racetrack.
Standard 332-hp, 3.7-liter V-6 with 270 pounds-feet of torque
Standard six-speed manual transmission
Optional seven-speed automatic
Standard four-wheel vented disc brakes
Safety Safety features include:
Standard dual front-, side-impact and side curtain airbags
Standard active head restraints
Standard antilock brakes
Standard traction control and electronic stability system
Optional upgraded 14.0-inch brake discs
The NISMO 370Z The NISMO 370Z is built for the racing enthusiast. The exterior is marked by an extended nose, side sills and a different rear than the coupe. The interior sports a leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob, as well as black and red fabric with red stitching. The NISMO has a more powerful engine than the coupe or roadster. It runs on a 350-hp, 3.7-liter V-6 with 276 pounds-feet of torque. It’s paired with a close-ratio six-speed manual transmission that also features Nissan’s downshift rev-match feature. Other features include:
Standard five-spoke, 19-inch alloy wheels
Standard limited-slip differential
Standard sport brakes
Standard functional rear spoiler
370Z Roadster The 370Z roadster shares many characteristics with the coupe, including engine, transmission, suspension and exterior design. The most obvious departure is its power convertible top.
