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2011 Nissan 370Z Roadster Press Kit: At a Glance

The 2011 Nissan 370Z Roadster continues as the most powerful and most refined Z Roadster ever. Based on the current generation 370Z Coupe (introduced in January 2009), the Z Roadster shares its engine, transmissions, suspension, platform and most major components with the popular hardtop model. The list of cutting edge technology includes the standard 332-horsepower 3.7-liter DOHC V6 engine with Variable Valve Event and Lift Control (VVEL), choice of 7-speed automatic transmission or close-ratio 6-speed manual with available SynchroRev Match™ (the world’s first synchronized downshift rev matching manual transmission), refined 4-wheel independent suspension, 4-wheel vented disc brakes (with available Nissan Sport Brakes) and lightweight yet rigid body structure.

The 370Z Roadster’s roof was designed with an emphasis on three key areas: to provide a sleek silhouette matching the Z’s stunning styling with the top up or down, to offer easy single-action open-close operation, and to provide an enjoyable top-down experience with reduced wind turbulence and all-climate driver/passenger comfort.

And, true to its sports car heritage, the Z Roadster’s interior is completely driver-centric, with its three-layer design grouping items by how a driver sees information, operates the controls and is held in place – so drivers feel completely connected and engaged whenever and wherever they drive, top up or down.

The 2011 370Z Roadster offers a long list of available technology,including standard Nissan Intelligent Key™, as well as available heating and cooling ventilated seats, Bluetooth Hands-free Phone System, XM Satellite Radio (XM subscription required, sold separately) and advanced Nissan
Navigation System.

The 370Z Roadster is offered in two models: 370Z Roadster and 370Z Touring Roadster. Changes for 2011 are limited to the addition of RearView Monitor to the optional Navigation Package and one new exterior color, Gun Metallic.

Highlights of the 2011 Nissan 370Z Roadster include:

Body:
  • High rigidity body with a dynamic presence and enhanced aerodynamics
  • High rigidity body with a dynamic presence and enhanced aerodynamics
  • Authentic Z sports car design and proportions with long hood and canopy cockpit
  • High rigidity body design for enhanced handling, NVH (noise/vibration/harshness) and ride comfort
  • Short wheelbase (100.4 inches) and length (167.2 inches), aggressive stance
  • Cloth power-folding roof with fabric inner liner
  • Single action top operation with automatic roof lock, steel tonneau cover
  • Glass rear window with electric rear window defroster
  • Fixed glass wind deflector
  • Top operation available via Nissan Intelligent Key™ (button on door) or center console-mounted switch
  • Top available in Black or Bordeaux (with Wine interior only) fabric color
  • Additional body reinforcements (versus 370Z Coupe), including A-pillars and side sills
  • Lightweight aluminum hood, doors and trunk lid
  • High Intensity Discharge (HID) bi-functional xenon headlights and LED brake lights with distinctive “boomerang” design
  • Signature vertical door handles, dual remote control mirrors
  • Front fender-mounted “flashing” Z emblems/sidemarkers
  • 0.33 coefficient of drag (0.34 with Sport Package)
  • Seven available exterior colors: including new Gun Metallic and the previously available Solid Red, Magnetic Black, Brilliant Silver, Pearl White, Monterey Blue and Black Cherry


Engine and Driveline
  • Front engine/rear-wheel drive
  • Fourth-generation VQ series 3.7-liter engine, 24-valve DOHC V6 (VQ37VHR), rated at 332 horsepower @ 7,000 RPM, 270 lb-ft of torque @ 5,200 RPM
  • Variable Valve Event and Lift (VVEL) system
  • Micro-finished crankshaft and camshaft; small pitch, silent cam chain; drive-by-wire throttle
  • Available electronically controlled 7-speed automatic transmission with manual shift mode, Adaptive Shift Control (ASC), Downshift Rev Matching (DRM) and standard paddle shifters; or 6-speed close-ratio manual transmission with available SynchroRev Match™, the world’s first synchronized downshift rev matching manual transmission allowing heel-toe-like downshifting
  • Dual outlet exhaust
  • Carbon Fiber composite driveshaft


Suspension, Steering and Braking
  • 4-wheel independent multi-link suspension with use of lightweight aluminum components
  • Double-wishbone front suspension, rear multi-link suspension; 3-point front strut tower brace; high response shock absorbers
  • Large diameter front and rear hollow stabilizer bars
  • Vehicle speed-sensitive power rack-and-pinion steering
  • Available Viscous Limited-Slip Differential (VLSD)
  • Power-assisted vented front and rear disc brakes, 4-wheel Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) with Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD) and Brake Assist (BA)
  • Available Nissan Sport Brakes with 14.0-inch front/13.8-inch rear rotors and 4-piston front/2-piston rear aluminum calipers
  • 18-inch aluminum-alloy wheels and P225/50R18 front / 245/45R18 rear Bridgestone Potenza RE050A tires
  • Available 19-inch RAYS lightweight 5-spoke forged-alloy wheels with P245/40R19 front / 275/35R19 rear Bridgestone Potenza RE050A tires


Interior Features
  • High quality interior with innovative, driver-centric “three-layer” design with information, operation and holding layers
  • 2-passenger seating, with unique driver and passenger seat designs and functions
  • Driver’s seat shaped to help hold the body firmly in place without interfering with shifting
  • Standard black woven “Carbon” cloth seats; 8-way manual driver’s seat, 4-way manual passenger’s seat
  • Available exclusive, second generation high-back leather-appointed ventilated seats with HVAC heating and cooling, 4-way power/4-way manual operation driver’s seat/4-way power passenger’s seat
  • Available synthetic suede and leather-appointed door panel inserts
  • 3-bay gauge pods – similar to the original 240Z design
  • Tilt steering column with integrated instrument cluster
  • Adjustable front head restraints
  • Standard automatic temperature control
  • Leather-wrapped 3-spoke steering wheel with Z emblem
  • Wide center console
  • Available Bose audio system with 6-disc CD changer and 8 speakers (standard on Touring model)
  • Available XM Satellite Radio (standard on Touring model, XM subscription required, sold separately)
  • Available Bluetooth Hands-free Phone System (standard on Touring model)
  • Available Nissan Navigation System with XM NavTraffic Real-Time Traffic Information and XM NavWeather (XM subscription required, sold separately), Bluetooth streaming audio, 9.3GB Music Box hard drive for digital music storage and playback, and a USB port for iPod and other music player connectivity
  • Available RearView monitor (optional on Touring model)
  • Power windows with auto one-touch up and down feature
  • Power door locks with auto locking feature
  • Available aluminum-trimmed pedals (standard on Touring model)
  • Available HomeLink® Universal Transceiver (standard on Touring model)
  • Two 12-volt power outlets, three cupholders (two in door panels, one in center console)
  • Standard cruise control
  • Standard Nissan Intelligent Key™ with Push Button Ignition
  • Three cupholders


Safety and Security
  • Nissan Advanced Air Bag System (AABS) with dual-stage supplemental front air bags with seat belt sensors and occupant classification sensor
  • Front seat-mounted side impact supplemental air bags
  • Door-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental air bags
  • 3-point front seat belts with pretensioners and load limiters
  • 3-point ALR/ELR seatbelts (driver’s seatbelt ELR only)
  • Front seat Active Head Restraints
  • Zone Body Construction
  • Energy-absorbing steering column
  • Aluminum side-door guard beams
  • Standard Vehicle Security System
  • Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System
  • Standard Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) with Traction Control System (TCS)
  • Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)


Models
  • 370Z Roadster offered in two models: 370Z and 370Z Touring
  • Three available packages: Sport Package and Navigation (370Z Touring only), plus Spare Tire


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