NISSAN has strengthened its NISMO road car range with the release of a comprehensively updated 370Z NISMO.
Following hot in the wheel-tracks of the flagship GT-R NISMO, the new 370Z incorporates a host of design and engineering improvements and is the sportiest and most focused 370Z to date.
In keeping with all Nissan NISMO models, this latest model encapsulates the essence of performance motoring, placing the driver at the heart of the action. Harnessing 30 years of NISMO spirit and engineering knowledge, the latest 370Z has been extensively reworked to deliver a sharper and more engaging driving experience.
The 370Z has always been a head-turner but it has been given even greater kerb appeal. The front bumper has been completely redesigned and features a larger air intake, additional air inlets ahead of the wheel arch and new LED daytime running lights.
Other updates include the introduction of black headlamp bezels, special red NISMO trim at the base of the bumper, redesigned side sills and door mirrors and special NISMO badging. The revised model also features new 19-inch Rays alloy wheels finished in black and silver.
At the rear, as part of a complete rework of the car’s aero package, there is now a smaller rear spoiler that works in tandem with the new front bumper to create significantly more downforce when driving at speed.
What’s more, the force is now more evenly distributed over the front and rear axles, giving a more balanced feeling on the road. Nissan’s calculations confirm that the new aerodynamic system introduced on the 370Z NISMO gives it more downforce than any of its sector rivals.
Nissan knows that NISMO drivers have a passion for performance driving. To meet the demands of owners who like to fully exploit the 370Z performance and chassis, the new model features new Recaro seats that offer significant improvements in support and comfort.
By adopting a new shell-based construction in preference over a traditional tubular frame seat, Nissan has also been able to improve rigidity and reduce weight at the same time.
To complete the interior makeover, the seats are trimmed in red and black leather and Alcantara to match the steering wheel.
The new 370Z NISMO is powered by a 344PS, 3.7-litre six-cylinder engine that delivers a raw and unforgettable driving experience. With exceptional torque at low revs and a broad power band, the 370Z NISMO can sprint from 0-100kph in just 5.2 seconds. Breathing through a NISMO dual exhaust system, the 370Z NISMO also delivers the perfect sporting soundtrack.
Available only as a coupe with a six-speed manual gearbox, the new 370Z NISMO also features a number of suspension enhancements introduced as part of the 2015 MY updates. To improve ride comfort, the rear spring and damper rates have been altered, while changes to the carpets and inner rear wheel arch protector have further reduced road noise.