The letter Z - what does it bring to mind? For car enthusiasts, the answer would be Nissan's sexy two-seater sports car. The Z car - no matter if the 'Z' is prefixed by a 240 or 370 - has always been the epitome of cool. For 2017, the Nissan 370Z carries on as an object of lust for gearheads everywhere.
What's New for 2017?
Why mess with perfection? The 2017 Nissan 370Z carries on unchanged from the previous model year, except for the addition of a new color, Chicane Yellow.
Styling and standard equipment
If you want to draw the gaze of jealous onlookers at every stoplight, you need the Nissan 370Z sports car. Each panel flows seamlessly into the next, creating an exterior that looks like it's been penned by the gods (or at least an extremely talented designer).
There are six trim levels available: Base, Roadster, Sport, Touring, Sport Tech, Nismo and Nismo Tech. As always, Nismo is the performance based variant you'll want if you plan on hitting the track. Standard exterior equipment includes automatic bi-xenon headlights, LED running lights and taillights.
Inside, the Nissan 370Z pampers you with luxury and comfort, while never letting you forget you're in a sportscar. There's a generous helping of standard equipment indoors as well. The list includes keyless ignition and entry, cruise control, automatic climate control, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, Bluetooth and a four-speaker sound system.
The best optional equipment
Like a pizza, a lot of good options can be applied to the Nissan 370Z. Sticking with the pizza comparison, these are the best of the best options - the sausage and peperoni on a supreme, if you will.
- SynchroRev match: This handy feature automatically matches revs as you downshift. Great for those who haven't quite mastered the art of driving a manual.
- 7-inch infotainment touch screen. Upper trim levels are treated to a 7-inch touch screen infotainment system, complete with navigation, voice controls, and a rearview camera.
- Nismo sport tuned suspension. The sporty Nismo package nets you a sport tuned suspension capable of hugging every curve.
Powertrain and performance
It's a requisite that a car as sultry as the Nissan 370Z have a capable powertrain. So, it comes as no surprise that this sports car is packing a 3.7L six-cylinder, producing 332 hp and 270 lb-ft of torque. Opt for the Nismo model and output is increased to 350 hp and 276 lb-ft of torque. Transmission options include either a 6-speed manual or 7-speed automatic sending power to the rear wheels.
The Nissan 370Z is known for winning stoplight brawls. But it wasn't built to just be a straight-line racer. The car stays glued to the curves like jealous boyfriend on his straying girlfriend. Mileage is exceptional also - up to *19/26 mpg.
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If you're looking for an affordable sports car, look no further than the 2017 Nissan 370Z. Visit Route 33 Nissan to experience this stunning piece of machinery firsthand.