Well before quick Honda Si models of the '80s or the performance juggernaut that the Toyota Supra and Mazda RX-7 became in the 90s, the Datsun 240Z was an early stake in the ground for Japanese sports cars. It was affordable, but the original Z-car was also a capable coupe that could show its tail to European and American rivals. Today, Nissan celebrates the car each year with fellow enthusiasts at its ZDAYZ event, and this year in North Carolina, it's surprising fans by launching the 2015 370Z Nismo there with some significant upgrades.
The biggest change is that the 370Z Nismo is available with a seven-speed automatic transmission for the first time. The six-speed manual is still standard, of course. But for those who don't want to use a clutch, Nissan is offering the new automatic with Downshift Rev Matching and a manual mode via paddle shifters. Power is still provided by the same 3.7-liter V6 as last year, producing 350 horsepower and 276 pound-feet of torque with a limited-slip differential at the back for added traction.
This hottest 370Z model also receives a brand-new GT-R-inspired
bodykit that features a deeper front fascia, LED running lights and
blacked-out headlight bezels. It also sports a new chin spoiler bearing
the Nismo emblem and red accents that flow from the front, down the side
sills and all the way to the rear bumper. At the back, there is also a
smaller ducktail spoiler for a more mature look. The 2015 also wears
cool 19-inch forged aluminum wheels by Rays with a new twin-spoke design
and charcoal finish. Compared to last year's model, it's a much more mature-looking coupe.Inside, drivers are welcomed with new black and red Recaro leather seats with Alcantara trim, are exclusive to the Nismo. The steering wheel is also wrapped in the faux suede for a better grip. A new, optional Tech package adds a navigation system that displays on a seven-inch touchscreen, Nissan's RearView Monitor, auto-dimming rearview mirror and Bose audio with Bluetooth.
If you're in need of this rear-wheel drive Japanese sports coupe, your wait won't be long: The 2015 370Z Nismo goes on sale in July.
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