NASHVILLE – Nissan North America,
Inc. announced the availability and pricing of the revised 2007
Nissan 350Z and Nissan 350Z Roadster. Both feature a number of
enhancements – highlighted by a new, more powerful,
next-generation 3.5-liter V6 engine and a new front end
appearance. In addition, 350Z Coupe Touring and Grand Touring
models receive standard Bluetooth Hands-Free Phone System with
steering wheel-mounted controls.
The Manufacturer’s Suggested
Retail Price (MSRP) for the 2007 Nissan 350Z increases only $250
from 2006 on all models except the 350Z Roadster Enthusiast
model, which increases $500 and includes front seat-mounted
side-impact supplemental air bags that are now standard on all Z
Roadsters. The 2007 350Z went on sale at Nissan dealers
nationwide on January 5, 2007.
The new engine, which features
nearly 80% redesigned major parts (except bolt, O-rings and
clips), is rated at 306 horsepower* and 268 lb-ft of torque with
both the close-ratio 6-speed manual and 5-speed automatic
transmissions.
The engine is part of Nissan’s VQ-series
that has been on Ward’s “10 Best Engines” list for 13
consecutive years. The Z’s hood has been redesigned to
accommodate the new dual intake system and to reflect the 2007
models’ more aggressive and sporty personality.
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Other refinements for 2007 include
three new exterior colors – Solar Orange, San Marino Blue and
Carbon Silver – and Roadster models receive a new optional gray
convertible top (replaces the previous blue convertible top; a
black top remains as standard).
All 350Zs continue to offer
standard Nissan Advance Air Bag System with dual-stage front
supplemental air bags, Zone Body construction with front and
rear crushable zones and Active Head Restraints (except with
Burnt Orange net seats). The Z has also earned NHTSA’s 5-star
rating for side-impact crash test safety.
Pricing and Model Availability
For 2007, the Nissan 350Z Coupe is
available in four models – 350Z 6MT, 350Z Enthusiast, 350Z Touring and
350Z Grand Touring. Starting MSRP for the 350Z Coupe with a close-ratio
6-speed manual transmission is $27,900. The Enthusiast Coupe adds cruise
control, Traction Control System (TCS), Viscous Limited Slip
Differential (VLSD), aluminum pedals and more, and is available in a
6-speed manual configuration starting at $29,600 or in a 5-speed
automatic configuration starting at $30,600.
The 2007 Nissan 350Z Coupe Touring model
is available with a 6-speed manual starting at $32,700 and with a
5-speed automatic configuration starting at $33,200. Touring models add
a 7-speaker Boseâ audio system, heated power leather seats and, with
manual transmission, standard Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC).
Nissan 350Z Coupe Grand Touring models
start at $36,100 for the 6-speed manual configuration and $37,100 for
the 5-speed automatic configuration, and add super-lightweight
forged-alloy wheels, front and rear spoilers, Brembo brakes and VDC for
both the manual and automatic transmissions.
For 2007, the 350Z Roadster is offered in
three models – Enthusiast, Touring and Grand Touring.
