Nissan 370Z Coupe (09 on) - Review

Review by David Ross on
Last Updated: 21 May 2012
Nissan is keeping to its tradition of building sharp handling and enjoyable to drive sports car with the 370Z. It takes over from the 350Z but despite being more refined and comfortable inside, is every bit as involving and characterful as its predecessor. With a rumbling V6 engine, heavy manual gearchange and low-slung driving position it's very much in the mould of an old-fashioned two-seater performance coupe. But it's also incredibly sophisticated with a top quality cabin and advanced safety systems. There's even a Synchro Rev Control system that keeps the engine revs at their optimum between gear shifts, adding to the sports feel. In terms of performance it competes with top end models like the Porsche Cayman, but it represents far better value for money and comes very well equipped too.
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Nissan is keeping to its tradition of building sharp handling and enjoyable to drive sports car with the 370Z. It takes over from the 350Z but despite being more refined and comfortable inside, is every bit as involving and characterful as its predecessor. With a rumbling V6 engine, heavy manual gearchange and low-slung driving position it's very much in the mould of an old-fashioned two-seater performance coupe. But it's also incredibly sophisticated with a top quality cabin and advanced safety systems. There's even a Synchro Rev Control system that keeps the engine revs at their optimum between gear shifts, adding to the sports feel. In terms of performance it competes with top end models like the Porsche Cayman, but it represents far better value for money and comes very well equipped too.

Driving & Performance

  • Performance

    5 out of 5

    "Only one engine is available in the 370Z. As the name suggests it is a 3.7-litre V6 with 331bhp on..."

  • Handling

    5 out of 5

    "The 350Z has a reputation for sometimes being quite a handful, especially in wet conditions. The..."

Comfort

  • Comfort

    3 out of 5

    "Although the 370Z is smooth on motorways with a refined ride, there is noticeable road and engine..."

  • Practicality

    3 out of 5

    "Few two-seater coupes are especially practical, but the 370Z is an improvement over its predecessor."

  • Equipment

    4.5 out of 5

    "Not only is the 370Z good value in terms of performance, it also comes generously equipped as..."

  • Behind the wheel

    4 out of 5

    "As you'd expect of a sports car, the driving position is spot on and even taller drivers will find..."

Costs

  • Running costs

    3 out of 5

    "Although it may be good value, high road tax and fuel economy of just 27mpg mean the 370Z is..."

  • Green credentials

    2 out of 5

    "Few high performance two-seaters are environmentally-friendly and the 370Z is no different. It emits..."

Safety & Reliability

  • Safety

    4.5 out of 5

    "All models come with Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) which includes ESP stability control, sports..."

  • Reliability

    4 out of 5

    "Nissan has one of the best reputations for reliability around and the 350Z proved extremely durable..."

Buying & Selling

  • Buying new

    4 out of 5

    "Considering the performance, handling and equipment levels offered, the 370Z is superb value for..."

  • Buying used

    5 out of 5

    "The 370Z is a superb used buy if you're after a useable and affordable sports car. It's worth going..."

  • Selling

    4 out of 5

    "If you have an automatic car this will be pretty rare, but it's unlikely to command much more than a..."

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