2002-2009 350Z OverviewNissan 350Z Overview (2002 - 2009)
Z33
Tech Specs Summary
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- 155 - 175 mph
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- 4.6 - 6.4 seconds
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- 276 - 345 hp
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- 16.3 - 21.1 mpg
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- 3,175 - 3,770 lbs
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- 8.3 ft3 (Coupé)
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- 4.6 ft3 (Convertible)
This generation of the Nissan 350Z (Z33) was produced by the Japanese manufacturer Nissan between 2002 - 2009. It's a front engined rear-wheel drive car and came as either a coupé or convertible. There are many power levels available from a 3.5 L V6 gasoline engine. It has double wishbone front suspension and multi-link rear suspension. However, some models have multi-link suspension front and rear.
Performance Pick
If you're interested in performance, the best performance version of the 350Z is the Nissan NISMO Type 380RS which scores 3.7★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for performance. With total power at 345 hp and a power/weight ratio of 9.66 lb/hp it has a top speed of 175 mph and gets to 62 mph in 4.6 seconds.
Practicality Pick
If you're more interested in practicality, then the Nissan 350Z is the best practical all-rounder with a score of 2.1★ on the encyCARpedia Rating system for practicality. It has a range of 446 miles and can store 8.3 cubic feet of cargo.