Pierre Loing, Vice President,\u00a0 Product and Advanced\u00a0 Planning\u00a0 and Strategy,\u00a0 Nissan Americas said: \u201cThe 370Z NISMO, since its introduction as part of the original Nissan 350Z lineup, has embodied\u00a0 the spirit of NISMO \u2013 race-proven\u00a0 engineering\u00a0 that is attainable. With the enhancements for the 2014 model year and the addition of the new JUKE NISMO, we\u2019re unifying the look and feel of these distinctive NISMO models and paving the way for additional NISMO vehicles to follow.\u201d<\/p>\n
The current\u00a0 370Z NISMO\u00a0 sets the bar as a tuner-Z\u00ae\u00a0 enthusiast\u2019s\u00a0 dream\u00a0 straight from\u00a0 the\u00a0 factory,\u00a0 with\u00a0 the\u00a0 same\u00a0 Nissan\u00a0 New\u00a0 Vehicle\u00a0 Limited\u00a0 Warranty\u00a0 as\u00a0 other Nissan\u00a0 vehicles*.\u00a0 It\u00a0 offers\u00a0 350\u00a0 horsepower,\u00a0 racing-inspired\u00a0 exterior\u00a0 and\u00a0 interior styling,\u00a0 a\u00a0 specially\u00a0 tuned\u00a0 suspension\u00a0 and\u00a0 unique\u00a0 super-lightweight\u00a0 forged\u00a0 alloy wheels.\u00a0 The enhancements\u00a0 for 2014\u00a0 are designed\u00a0 to up the car\u2019s already\u00a0 strong visual impact.<\/p>\n
On the exterior, new dark gray coloring is added to the front and rear fascias, lower side sills, side mirrors and NISMO rear spoiler, with each element (except side sills) featuring\u00a0 NISMO-style\u00a0 red\u00a0 pinstripe\u00a0 accents.\u00a0 In\u00a0 addition,\u00a0 Solid\u00a0 Red\u00a0 replaces\u00a0 the previous\u00a0 Magma\u00a0 Red as one of four 370Z\u00a0 NISMO\u00a0 exterior\u00a0 color\u00a0 choices.\u00a0 Interior enhancements include the addition of a new steering wheel with Alcantara\u00ae appointments and red accents, and a red NISMO tachometer.<\/p>\n
The 370Z NISMO\u2019s outstanding performance is anchored by an advanced Nissan FM (Front\u00a0 Midship)\u00a0 platform,\u00a0 refined\u00a0 4-wheel\u00a0 independent\u00a0 suspension\u00a0 and\u00a0 3.7-liter DOHC V6 engine with Variable Valve Event and Lift Control (VVEL) rated at 350 hp @7,400 rpm and 276 lb-ft of torque @ 5,200 rpm. The VVEL system helps optimize intake valve open\/close movements, allowing the needed air to be sent promptly to the\u00a0 combustion\u00a0\u00a0 chamber\u00a0 at\u00a0 the\u00a0 precisely\u00a0 optimized\u00a0 time.\u00a0 The\u00a0 370Z\u00a0 NISMO\u2019s enhanced\u00a0 engine\u00a0 power\u00a0 and\u00a0 acceleration\u00a0 (versus\u00a0 non-NISMO\u00a0 370Zs)\u00a0 is\u00a0 provided through use of an exclusive H-configured exhaust system design and muffler tuning, along with optimized ECM (Engine Control Module) calibration.<\/p>\n
Just\u00a0 one\u00a0 transmission\u00a0\u00a0 is\u00a0 offered,\u00a0 a\u00a0 close-ratio\u00a0\u00a0 6-speed\u00a0 manual\u00a0 with\u00a0 Nissan\u2019s SynchroRev\u00a0 Match\u00ae\u00a0 synchronized\u00a0 downshift rev matching system. The SynchroRev Match\u00ae function automatically controls and adjusts engine speed when shifting to the speed of the next gear position, essentially \u201cblipping\u201d the throttle to smooth out any up\/down\u00a0 shifts.\u00a0 This\u00a0 not\u00a0 only\u00a0 allows\u00a0 the\u00a0 driver\u00a0 to\u00a0 focus\u00a0 more\u00a0 on\u00a0 braking\u00a0 and steering, it improves the smoothness of gear shifts by reducing the typical \u201cshock\u201d when the clutch is engaged. The system can be deactivated with a button next to the shifter for drivers who prefer to shift on their own.<\/p>\n
The 370Z NISMO also features a tight, rigid body structure with a strut tower bar brace and a pair of performance dampers, which quickly and efficiently react to help control\u00a0 body\u00a0 vibrations\u00a0 from\u00a0 road\u00a0 input\u00a0 via\u00a0 the\u00a0 tires,\u00a0 contributing\u00a0 to\u00a0 the\u00a0 370Z NISMO\u2019s\u00a0 outstanding\u00a0 handling\u00a0 and\u00a0 performance\u00a0 feel.\u00a0 The\u00a0 370Z NISMO\u2019s\u00a0 double- wishbone front\/4-link rear suspension design suspension is specially tuned for exceptional handling, including higher spring and stabilizer bar rates and increased roll stiffness and front and rear damping factors (compared to non-NISMO models).<\/p>\n
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The 2014 370Z NISMO rides on unique 5-spoke Nissan-branded 19-inch RAYS forged aluminum-alloy\u00a0 wheels (19×9.5-inch\u00a0 front, 19×10.5-inch\u00a0 rear) with a Gun Metallic finish. The wheels are mounted with Bridgestone Potenza S001 Y-rated high- performance\u00a0 tires\u00a0 (245\/40ZR19\u00a0 front,\u00a0 285\/35ZR19 \u00a0rear).\u00a0 Braking\u00a0 is\u00a0 provided\u00a0 by NISMO Sport Brakes with large diameter 14.0-inch front and 13.8-inch rear vented rotors with 4-piston front and 2-piston rear aluminum calipers. The braking system includes a variable ratio brake pedal, high-rigidity brake hoses, R35 Special II fluid and red-finish calipers.<\/p>\n
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Along with the new color treatments,\u00a0 the 2014 370Z NISMO\u00a0 exterior\u00a0 includes\u00a0 an extended front nose design and a fully integrated chin spoiler \u2013 providing a sense of dynamic \u00a0 movement while \u00a0enhancing airflow \u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 and downforce for enhanced aerodynamic performance. The 370Z NISMO is 6.2 inches longer than the standard 370Z Coupe. Special side sills and a unique rear bumper help control airflow under the vehicle, while the functional rear spoiler increases downforce. Four exterior colors are offered: Pearl White, Magnetic Black, Gun Metallic and Solid Red.<\/p>\n
Inside,\u00a0 the\u00a0 370Z\u00a0 NISMO\u2019s\u00a0 driver-centric\u00a0 interior\u00a0 includes\u00a0 NISMO\u00a0 logo\u00a0 seats\u00a0 with black and red fabric and red stitching,\u00a0 a NISMO\u00a0 tachometer,\u00a0 steering\u00a0 wheel with Alcantara\u00ae\u00a0 wrap and red parallel stitching, smooth leather-wrapped\u00a0 shift knob and aluminum-trimmed\u00a0 pedals. A special serialized plaque of authenticity, located on the vertical\u00a0 panel above\u00a0 the floor-mounted\u00a0 console,\u00a0 is matched\u00a0 to each 370Z NISMO identifying its unique serial and model year designation.<\/p>\n
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The\u00a0 sporty\u00a0 woven\u00a0 cloth\u00a0 seats\u00a0 feature\u00a0 standard\u00a0 8-way\u00a0 driver\u2019s\/4-way\u00a0 passenger manual\u00a0 adjustments\u00a0 and\u00a0 adjustable\u00a0 front\u00a0 seat\u00a0 Active\u00a0 Head\u00a0 Restraints.\u00a0 Standard interior comfort and convenience features include Nissan Intelligent Key\u00ae\u00a0 with Push Button Start, power windows with one-touch auto up\/down feature, power door locks with auto-lock feature and automatic climate control. An AM\/FM\/CD\/AUX\u00a0 4-speaker audio system\u00a0 is standard.\u00a0 Also available\u00a0 is a Bose\u00ae \u00a0Package\u00a0 featuring\u00a0 an in-dash 6CD changer, two additional speakers (six total), two subwoofers, Bluetooth\u00ae\u00a0 Hands-Free Phone System, auto-dimming inside mirror and HomeLink\u00ae Universal Transceiver. There are no other options offered.<\/p>\n
Said Loing: \u00a0\u201cThe great thing about the 370Z NISMO, like the JUKE NISMO, is that there is solid functionality\u00a0 behind every element \u2013 race-inspired\u00a0 but ready for the street \u2013 and with pure NISMO style.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
Pierre Loing, Vice President,\u00a0 Product and Advanced\u00a0 Planning\u00a0 and Strategy,\u00a0 Nissan Americas said: \u201cThe 370Z NISMO, since its introduction as part of the original Nissan 350Z lineup, has embodied\u00a0 the spirit of NISMO \u2013 race-proven\u00a0 engineering\u00a0 that is attainable. With the enhancements for the 2014 model year and the addition of the new JUKE NISMO, […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":2,"featured_media":151,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[21,14],"tags":[349],"acf":{"country":["uae","kuwait","ksa","bahrain","qatar","oman"],"sub_title_for_this_post":"","youtube_video_identifier":"","excerpt_for_this_post":"","gallery":null},"yoast_head":"\n