Compare msrp, invoice pricing, and other features on the 2011 nissan 370z and 2012 nissan 370z cars for sale. Automatic 370z vs manual 370z rematch time to settle the score at fast lane friday. A sixspeed manual transmission, or an optional sevenspeed automatic, routes power to the rear wheels. Here are some specifics about the auto trans in the z. The nissan 370z known as the fairlady z z34 in japan is a 2door, 2seater sports car ssegment in europe manufactured by nissan motor company. The 2011 370z comes in coupe and roadster versions, with styling that adheres to. Vvel valvelift system not unlike bmws valvetronic to achieve 332 horsepower at a zingy 7,000 rpm. Manual vs automatic should your next sportscar have a manual or auto. Find the engine specs, mpg, transmission, wheels, weight, performance and more for the 2012 nissan 370z coupe 2d. Nissan manuals and guides provide you with important details regarding the use and care of your vehicle, such as its maintenance schedule, oil type and recommended tire pressure.
If youre a manual driver, hold out for the right one. A sixspeed manual transmission is standard, and it can come with nissans downshift revmatch feature, which matches downshifts like a good heelandtoe. The 370z is the sixthgeneration of the nissan zcar line, succeeding. The base and touring models are powered by a 332hp 3. The twoseat nissan 370z coupe is the last link to a glorious past for the nissan company, which made a name for itself in the 1970s and 80s for producing gorgeous, affordable and talented sports cars under the z moniker. Buy the boy racer nismo 370z and you wont, however, get the minimal aesthetic upgrades to.
The 2012 nissan 370z is available in either a roadster convertible or a coupe. In 2012 when we took on this project, our goals were clear cut. It only allows you to shift smoothly if you drive it the way it wants you to dont think you can throw it in manual and shift smoothly the way you want to, as its very rough and hard engaging if you shift at points it doesnt like, ie. Compare msrp, invoice pricing, and other features on the 2012 bmw m3 and 2012 nissan 370z. When we sampled the nissan 370z early last year, we said it was a good value for the performance and fun factor it returned. Between the two, id rather drive the manual transmission cars, just because they were more fun, despite both of them being slow. A sevenspeed automatic is also available, with paddleshifters and autoblipping downshifts in manual mode. In base and touring trims, the rearwheeldrive 2012 nissan 370z and 370z roadster are powered by a 3. This is why it sucks to drive a manual 370z350z danny z duration. I have the option of a 350z in automatic or in manual obviously, for new drivers automatic is a lot more convenient, but then again, ive had people tell me dont get a sports car in automatic. Thanks for watching todays video we will be comparing the nissan 370z, automaic vs manual. Nissans automatic transmission works quite well, but the easytomodulate clutch, shortthrow shifter and synchrorev match option of the manual transmission. Repairsurge is compatible with any internetenabled computer, laptop, smartphone or tablet device. The nissan 370z is a 2door, 2seater sports car ssegment in europe manufactured by.
A 6speed manual or 7speed automatic transmission puts the power down to the rear wheels. Fast intentions is proud to present our 370z twin turbo kit. In true sports car fashion, both gearing and throws were short. I have to say that this car is a very big change from the 350z and the ride is exceptionally smooth for a sports car. The 370z nismo model has a specially tuned version of the same v6 engine that produces 350 hp and. Alright, so i just got back from test driving the 370z.
The nissan 370z is a brilliant sports car with a strong performancevalue ratio. Such is the case with nissans new 2015 370z nismo, which we just drove for the first time with its newly available sevenspeed automatic transmission. Refer to your owners manual for information to initialize your power window system. A buyers guide to the 2012 nissan 370z yourmechanic advice.
Im thinking manual as thats all ive driven and there is less to go wrong, but automatic would be nice aswell especially when changing gear by paddle. Both options are also available with an automatic or manual transmission. Theres nothing wrong with an automatic 350z, but i think you might regret not waiting a few months down the line if you actually really want a manual. The 2012 nissan 370z can achieve up to 19 mpg in the city and 26 mpg on the highway. View detailed specs, features and options for the 2012 nissan 370z 2dr roadster auto touring at u. So todays video i finally come clean about my auto.
For more information, refer to the instruments and controls section 2 of your owners manual. Epa mpg owner mpg estimates 2012 nissan 370z 6 cyl, 3. The base 370z includes a 6speed manual transmission, cloth sport seats, automatic. The roadsters are nearly as good, at 182520 with the manual and 182521 mpg with the automatic. The debate between automatics and manuals has been around for a very long time. Delivering the direct feel and fuel economy of a manual transmission along with quick, smooth shifts, the paddle shifterequipped 7speed automatic found in the 2012 nissan 370z coupe is a winner. The nismo version was introduced for the 2009 model year. Ive also driven sportier automatics that do 060 in under 6 seconds, and i have a manual 350z. If the power window functions do not operate properly after initializing the system, have your vehicle checked by a nissan dealer. Just wondering what your thoughts are as im looking for a 370 and i hope to get one by the middle of this year. To find the available downloadable manuals and guides for your nissan vehicle, select a model and year below. View detailed specs, features and options for the 2012 nissan 370z 2dr cpe manual nismo at u. Performance is optimized on the manualtransmission z with an optional synchrorev match feature, which automatically blips the throttle to. If your vehicle is equipped with a manual shift mode, your transmission selector lever looks like this.
Performance per dollar, the 2012 nissan 370z is a bargain, and its quick enough in absolute terms to reach toward the domain of much more. Search over 1,500 listings to find the best local deals. Find the engine specs, mpg, transmission, wheels, weight, performance and more for the 2012 nissan 370z coupe 2d nismo. We have 425 nissan z 370z vehicles for sale that are reported accident free, 246 1owner cars, and 458 personal use cars. Every used car for sale comes with a free carfax report. Which ever i get i will still thoroughly enjoy driving it. First off, fantastic car, it had really good feed back for shifting. This webpage contains 2012 nissan 370z owners manual pdf used by nissan garages, auto repair shops, nissan dealerships and home mechanics. Air filtration automatic climate control front air conditioning.
The sixspeed manual transmission contributes to the zs fun quotient. Compare the gas mileage and greenhouse gas emissions of the 2012 nissan 370z sidebyside with other cars and trucks. Really fast from 060 and even though im 64 it had enough headroom and leg room for me to be comfortable, i feel like i might want to put in an aftermarket seat if i decide to go on long trips because the position my legs were in might make them go numb after 12 hours. Available with either an automatic transmission or a manual that features synchrorev match and a short throw shifter, there is an option for. With this nissan 370z workshop manual, you can perform every job that could be done by nissan garages and mechanics from. This is the closest nissan gets to barndoor engineering a big, by modern standards, 3. I know its tough to hold out, but it will be worth it. This pdf service manual contains all the necessary instructions needed for any repair your 2012 nissan 370z may require from bumper to bumper. Read on to learn more on the 2012 nissan 370z in this first test. The successor to the 350z, the 370z was released in 2009 with much fanfare and has.