We review the Nissan 370Z
Slip into the driver’s seat of a Nissan 370Z and the road is yours for the taking. Striking, sexy and sophisticated, it’s everything you’d expect from a sports car and more. Roadster or Coupé, whatever your choice, you’ll still be leader of the pack in a new 370Z.
Considered to be the most powerful Z yet, the fourth generation VQ 3.7L V6 engine in the 6-spd manual and 7-spd auto 370Z, delivers a formidable 245kW of power and 363Nm of torque. Its premium braking system and superior suspension give the driver the confidence to conquer the straights and take on the tightest corners while its Variable Valve Event and Lift (VVEL) technology ensures optimised fuel economy and reduced emissions.
Before you’ve even heard the roar of the engine, the 370Z’s muscular design will get your heart racing. From its aggressive stance and sleek lines to its twin chrome-plated exhaust pipes and 19” forged RAYS aluminium-alloy wheels, its exterior is styled to match its performance promise. And it only takes 20 seconds and the push of a button to feel the sun on your shoulders with the Roadster’s fully automatic, latch-free, soft-top.
Get into the cockpit and you might think the road has turned into a racetrack. From its leather sports seats and driver-angled instrumentation to optimum steering wheel rim design and push start button, the 370Z is geared towards an unparalleled driver experience. Add to this top safety features, a premium audio system with 8 Bose® speakers, iPod and hands-free Bluetooth compatibility and Intelligent Key access and start-up abilities, and you’re in for the ride of your life. Good news for those shopping within this market segment, the Nissan 370Z retails from a highly competitive R527,900.
