And now – the present. 48 years since it first made its impact, the Z-Range is still going strong, as we unveil the next chapter of excellence: the new-look 2017 370Z.
LIVE LIFE IN THE RED
Z - CONTINUED
The Nissan 370Z is a testament to our shift towards innovative technology for the new era of motoring, with the raw power of its 3.7L V6 engine that delivers unparalleled performance across the rev range, perfectly-balanced handling through SynchroRev’s nimble and effortless gear shifting and paddle shifting for the ultimate driving experience.
The Z-Range is here to stay.
UNMISTAKABLY Z
ICONIC EXTERIOR DESIGN
Since day one, Nissan has aimed to bring our philosophy of ‘Innovation that excites’ to life, and nowhere is this more evident than in our legendary Z-Range. For over 40 years, our top engineers have come together to push the boundaries of automotive possibility even further.
BOOMERANG HEAD LAMPS
Accentuating the Nissan Z’s distinctive shape, bi-xenon boomerang-inspired head lamps project an aggressive look.
UP-SWEPT REAR QUARTER WINDOW
The rear quarter windows follow the contours of the rear fenders, creating an integrated look that harkens back to the original 240Z.
LED DAYTIME RUNNING LAMPS
See and be seen. High-intensity LED Daytime Running Lamps provide added presence.
STACKED IN YOUR FAVOR
INNOVATIVE INTERIOR DESIGN
The cockpit of the 370Z incorporates a 3-layer design philosophy to help connect you to your drive. It isn’t easy to stay in the loop. But with Bluetooth Hands-free and streaming audio – and more, your Z will hook you up.
FOR THE SERIOUS DRIVER
Cutaways in the upper seatback and lower seat cushion help your arms and legs move freely. Aggressive side bolsters and anti-slip materials help hold you in place.
ACTIVE NOISE CANCELLATION
Working through the available Bose Premium Audio System speakers, Active Sound Enhancement brings the power of the 370Z Coupe – those growling engine sounds – directly into the cabin. Meanwhile, using strategically placed microphones in the cabin, Active Noise Cancellation can identify and reduce unwanted low-frequency sounds.
STORAGE PERFECTED
The 370Z provides plenty of space for golf clubs, snowboarding gear or overnight bags for weekend getaways. A wide-opening hatch gives easy access. To protect your valuables, there’s also a retractable cargo cover, and a clever hidden parcel box behind the passenger seat.
EVEN THE TECHNOLOGY
IS DESIGNED TO PERFORM
BOSE PREMIUM AUDIO SYSTEM
Guaranteed to amplify your experience. The Z’s made-to-measure Bose audio system features 8 top-of-the-range speakers.
PUSH BUTTON IGNITION
Adrenaline on tap. Nissan Intelligent Key lets you start your Z with the push of the button. Tap it again, and the engine turns off.
NISSAN INTELLIGENT KEY
With your Nissan Intelligent Key in your pocket or bag, you can unlock the door just by tapping a button on the vehicle.
MICRA REVOLUTION
NO COMPROMISE
The Nissan 370Z comes equipped with a suite of standard safety features designed to inspire confidence behind the wheel.
ANTI-LOCK BRAKING SYSTEM
The Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) pumps the brakes faster than you possibly could, helping to maintain steering control by preventing wheel lockup.
ELECTRONIC BRAKE FORCE DISTRIBUTION
If you have cargo in the boot, Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD) will detect the added weight and send extra force to the rear brakes, while Brake Assist applies maximum braking power to help you stop quicker.
VEHICLE DYNAMIC CONTROL
And if oversteer or understeer is detected, Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) can reduce engine power and apply brake pressure to specific wheels to help maintain your desired path.
SEAT BELT TECHNOLOGIES
Pretensioners that help tighten the belt when the front airbags deploy are worth their weight in safety. And if your body puts too much force on the belt, load limiters give just a bit.
ACTIVE HEAD RESTRAINTS
Front-seat Active Head Restraints help reduce the chances of whiplash injuries to front-seat occupants by moving up and forward during certain rear-end collisions.
HIGH-PERFORMANCE PROTECTION
Nissan’s Advanced Airbag System includes dual-stage supplemental front airbags with seat belt sensors and an occupant-classification sensor that adjusts the inflation rate based on crash severity and seat belt usage.
TECHNICAL KNOCKOUTS
LEGENDARY VQ V6 ENGINE
Leave the white behind, with a powerful 3.7-litre, VQ V6 under the bonnet, punch the throttle, and get ready to live life in the red.
POWER PLAYER
Powered by the 4th-generation VQ V6, you’ve got 3.7 litres of massive muscle, pumping out 245kW horsepower, 363Nm of torque – and pure exhilaration from idle up to the 7,500-rpm redline.
VARIABLE VALVE TIMING CONTROL SYSTEM
The 370Z features Continuously Variable Valve Timing Control System (CVTCS) with advanced Variable Valve Event and Lift (VVEL) technology that continuously tunes valve lift and timing for quicker response and a broader torque curve, while optimising fuel efficiency and reducing emissions.
LIGHTWEIGHT COMPONENTS
More power. Less weight. The recipe for exhilaration. High-tech materials abound, including a carbon-fibre composite driveshaft that’s not only incredibly strong, it also helps the engine rev more quickly. A carbon-fibre composite radiator support structure also helps save weight.
THREE PEDALS, NO WAITING
WORLD-CLASS MANUAL TRANSMISSION
SYNCHROREV MATCH TECHNOLOGY
A world’s first in any production car, SynchroRev Match monitors the 6-speed manual’s clutch, shift lever, and vehicle speed. As you shift to a lower gear, the system “blips” the throttle to the ideal engine rpm for a supremely smooth downshift.
6-SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION
For throwback thrills and endless smiles, this quick-shifting manual is just the ticket. Outfitted with available SynchroRev Match technology, it helps you shift like a pro for a smoother, controlled drive on your favourite twisty road or your daily commute.
EXEDY PERFORMANCE CLUTCH
The Nissan 370Z is constantly being improved to raise the bar – and raise your driving enjoyment. For 2018, every Z with manual transmission enjoys a new EXEDY clutch, for reduced pedal effort and enhanced precision and control.
IT MIGHT TEMPT YOU AWAY FROM A STICK
A DRIVER'S AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
7-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
370Z’s 7-speed automatic transmission gives you a wide spread of gearing and improved fuel efficiency. With a choice of driver-selectable modes, you can custom-tailor your driving experience like never before.
PADDLE SHIFTERS
Select Manual mode and enjoy manual-style control with a nudge of the shift lever or a pull of the lightweight magnesium paddle shifters. Drop a gear and Downshift Rev Matching blips the throttle, making you feel like a pro. The transmission can even downshift before a corner for more effective braking, or hold a gear in cornering for better balance.
55/45 WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION
Some consider a static 50/50 balance to be the perfect weight distribution for handling. But Nissan engineers realised that a 55 front/45 rear static ratio is actually ideal. That’s because, at the precise moment the driver accelerates out of a corner’s apex, the weight distribution shifts rearward and becomes an approximate 50/50 balance.
BRAKING AND HANDLING
THAT LEAVES AN IMPRESSION
With an enthusiast’s wish list of high-performance componentry, the Nissan 370Z turns braking and handling into pure performance art. With the engine’s centre of mass pushed back behind the front axle and the front wheels moved closer to the corners, the Nissan 370Z is built for balance and handling.
HIGH-PERFORMANCE TYRES
Standard 19″ Bridgestone Potenza tyres deliver new levels of roadholding grip.
19″ FORGED ALLOY WHEELS
Available RAYS forged alloy wheels are stronger and lighter than cast wheels. Because they have less rotating mass, the engine revs quicker.
355MM FRONT BRAKE ROTORS
Bringing the powerful Nissan Z to a halt are its largest brakes ever: 355mm rotors with 4-piston callipers.
DOUBLE-WISHBONE FRONT SUSPENSION
A lightweight double-wishbone front suspension coupled with a 4-link rear, helps keep the tyres planted.