2012 Nissan NISMO 370Z Coupe Specifications
Specifications are based on latest product information available at the time of releaseMechanical
| Engine |
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| Name | VQ37VHR |
| Cam design | DOHC |
| Orientation | Longitudinal |
| Cylinders / configuration | V6 |
| Block / head composition | Aluminum/aluminum |
| Displacement (liters) | 3.7 |
| Horsepower | 350 @ 7,400 RPM |
| Torque (lb-ft) | 276 @ 5,200 RPM |
| Bore & stroke (mm) | 95.5 x 86.0 |
| Compression ratio | 11:1 |
| Maximum engine speed | 7,500 rpm |
| Induction system | Sequential multi-port electronic fuel injection |
| Valvetrain | 4 valves per cylinder; Continuously Variable Valve Event and Lift Control System (VVEL) |
| Engine mounts | Front: 2 electronically controlled liquid-filled; Rear: 1 liquid-filled; |
| Oil cooler | S |
| Recommended fuel | Premium unleaded |
| Emissions system | Closed loop feedback system w/ 3-way catalyst |
| Emissions certification level | 50 state: LEV2-ULEV (Cal), Tier2 (B5)(Fed) |
| Exhaust | NISMO-tuned dual exhaust with H-pipe configuration and polished tips |
| Engine cover | Red |
| Electrical | |
| Ignition system | Electronic, Nissan Direct Ignition System (NDIS) |
| Starter | 1.6kW reduction |
| Alternator | 150 Amp. |
| Battery | 62Ah@20h capacity |
| Transmission and Drive System |
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| Drive configuration | Mid-mounted front-engine / rear-wheel drive |
| Transmission type 6-speed manual | S |
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Gear ratio 1st 2nd 3rd 4th 5th 6th Reverse |
M/T 3.794 2.324 1.624 1.271 1.000 0.794 3.446 |
| Final drive ratio | 3.692 |
| Drive shaft | Carbon Fiber Composite |
| SynchroRev Match® (SRM) | S |
| Viscous Limited-Slip Differential (VLSD) | S |
| Brakes | |
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Front Vented disc Rotor size diameter and thickness - (in.) 14.0 x 1.3 |
S |
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Rear Vented disc Rotor size diameter and thickness - (in.) 13.8 x 0.8 |
S |
| Caliper type / material |
S Fixed 4-piston front, 2-piston rear / aluminum |
| Brake control | Power-assisted (vacuum) |
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Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) Number of wheels/channels/sensors |
S 4/4/4 |
| Brake Assist (BA) | S |
| Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD) | S |
| Steering | |
| Type | Power rack-and-pinion |
| Vehicle-speed variable-assist | S |
| Fixed ratio | 13.5:1 |
| Turns (lock-to-lock) | 2.7 |
| Turning diameter (ft.) (curb-to-curb) | 34.1 |
| Steering wheel | 3-spoke, smooth leather-wrapped w/manual tilt |
| Steering wheel controls | Cruise control; audio |
| Suspension | |
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Front Subframe construction Stabilizer bar Shock absorbers Springs Shock tower brace |
Double-wishbone aluminum suspension High vacuum diecast aluminum alloy NISMO-tuned NISMO-tuned (silver) NISMO-tuned (red) NISMO |
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Rear Subframe construction Stabilizer bar Shock absorbers Springs |
Independent multi-link aluminum suspension Steel S NISMO-tuned (silver) NISMO-tuned (red) |
Exterior
| Body / Chassis | ||
| Type | Unibody | |
| Materials (primary) | Corrosion-resistant high-strength steel | |
| Hood, doors, rear hatch | Aluminum | |
| Vibration dampers (2) | S (front and rear) | |
| Wheels & Tires | ||
| Wheels | ||
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RAYS super lightweight forged alloy, NISMO branded F: 19x9.5 inches R: 19x10.5 inches |
S | |
| Tires | ||
| Yokohama ADVAN Sport | S | |
| F: P245/40R19, R: P285/35R19, Y-rated | S | |
| Spare wheel/tire | S | |
| Aluminum-alloy, T145/70D18 |
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| Lights | ||
| Headlights Bi-functional xenon HID | S | |
| Height adjustment (manual) | S | |
| Taillights LED | S | |
Interior
| Seating | |
| Capacity | 2 passengers |
| Seat Materials 2-tone cloth seats | S |
| NISMO logo, red stitching
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S |
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Seat Type Sport bucket Height-adjustable head restraints |
S |
| S | |
| Driver Seat 8-way manual | S |
| Passenger Seat 4-way manual | S |
| Audio/Navi | |
| Head unit and speakers |
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| 2-DIN AM/FM/CD w/ 4 speakers | S |
| Steering-wheel audio controls with illumination | S |
| Auxiliary audio input jack | S |
| Instrumentation | |
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Meters/Gauges Speedometer Tachometer Coolant temperature Fuel level LCD dual trip odometer LCD drive computer |
S |
| 3-pod gauges (digital clock, engine oil temperature, voltmeter) | S |
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Indicators Clock Low Tire Pressure M/T shift up timing indicator (light) Cruise Control VDC off |
S S S S S |
| Convenience Features |
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Cruise control (ASCD) Power windows – driver and passenger one- touch up/down Power door locks with auto locking feature Nissan Intelligent Key® Cupholders – 3 12-volt outlets – 2 Passenger assist grip Sunvisors w/ vanity mirrors and lamps Lockable glove compartment Storage box behind passenger seat Heated outside mirrors In-cabin microfilter Aluminum-trimmed pedals |
S S S S S S S S S S S S S |
Safety and Security
| Passenger Restraint Systems | ||
| Nissan Advanced Air Bag System (AABS) | Driver and front passenger air bags with dual-stage inflation, seat belt sensors and occupant classification sensor | |
| Driver and front passenger side-impact supplemental air bags | S | |
| Roof-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental air bags | S | |
| Active Head Restraints | S | |
| Outboard seat belts, front | 3-point (ALR/ELR for pass., ELR for driver) | |
| Seatbelts with pre-tensioners and load limiters | S | |
| Upper tether anchor | S | |
| Safety Features | ||
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Zone Body Construction with front and rear crumple zones Energy-absorbing steering column Slide away brake pedal Break away rear engine mount Hood buckling creases and safety stops Body side reinforcements Aluminum side-door guard beams Clutch interlock Power window lockout button Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) Traction Control System (TCS) Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) |
S | |
| Security | ||
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Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System Vehicle Security System (VSS) |
S | |
Dimensions
| Exterior (inches) | |
| Wheelbase | 100.4 |
| Overall length | 173.4 |
| Overall width | 72.6 |
| Overall height | 51.8 |
| Coefficient of drag (Cd) (front) | 0.30 |
| Coefficient of lift (front) | 0.0 |
| Coefficient of lift (rear) | 0.0 |
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Track width Front Rear |
61.2 62.2 |
| Interior (inches) | |
| Head room | 38.2 |
| Leg room | 42.9 |
| Hip room | 54.6 |
| Shoulder room | 54.4 |
| Weights | |
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Curb (pounds) Front Rear Total |
1,763 1,551 3,314 |
| Weight distribution (%) Front/Rear | 53/47 |
| GVWR | 3,968 |
| Capacities | |
| Fuel tank (gallons) | 19.0 |
| Engine oil (quarts) | 5.2 |
| Engine coolant w/ reservoir (quarts) | 9.1 |
| Volume (cubic feet) | |
| Passenger compartment | 51.6 |
| Cargo | 6.9 |
| Total | 58.5 |
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EPA Fuel Economy (Actual mileage may vary) |
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| City MT/AT | 18 |
| Highway MT/AT | 26 |
| Classification | Passenger Car |