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2009 Nissan 370Z Features Review

February 21, 2009

FEATURES | 8 out of 10

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Options are few: a nav system, a $1,300 seven-speed automatic, and a $3,000 Sport Package
Car and Driver

Touring trim adds leather, Bluetooth, and Bose audio
Motor Trend

Freshened styling and new features
Consumer Guide

The new 2009 Nissan 370Z fits well into its intended role as a budget sports coupe, offering thrilling performance at a low base MSRP. With the 370Z, Nissan keeps the features and options list light, which has several benefits. First, it simplifies the purchasing process since there are fewer options to think about. Secondly, and perhaps more importantly for those looking for cheap thrills, the reduced options list makes manufacturing cheaper for Nissan, assuring that it can stay affordable. Automobile Magazine certainly appreciates it, proclaiming that "the most loveable detail is the new 370Z's price. With a base tab of $30,625, this is the screaming sports car deal for tough times."

The standard features list on the 2009 Nissan 370Z is, in fact, pretty standard. Research conducted by TheCarConnection.com shows that there are few differences between the base and Touring trims of the 370Z Nissan. Automobile Magazine reports that the "base equipment is so generous" on the Nissan 370Z that "you'll be able to bypass the Touring edition's creature comforts." According to reviewers at Motor Trend, the "Touring trim adds leather, Bluetooth, and Bose audio." Autoblog reviewers also recommend that buyers "forget the Touring trim," which seems to add very little for the driving enthusiast, especially given the step up in price.

Optional features are few and far between on the 2009 Nissan 370Z, but Nissan is clearly going for quality over quantity in the options department. Car and Driver reports that "options are few: a nav system, a $1,300 seven-speed automatic, and a $3,000 Sport Package," all three of which get rave reviews from the automotive press. The Sport Package, in particular, attracts a lot of attention from Autoblog, where reviewers note that it adds "18-inch forged-aluminum RAYS wheels shod in Bridgestone Potenza RE050A rubber" and includes a "variable ratio brake pedal, Electronic Brake-force Distribution and Brake Assist." Other options require springing for the 2009 Nissan 370Z in Touring trim, as noted by Automobile Magazine: "Adding navigation, which includes iPod connectivity and a 9.3-gigabyte Music Box hard drive, is possible only after you step up to life in the Touring lane."

Conclusion

The 2009 Nissan 370Z keeps things simple with a brief options list that still manages to offer some features worth the extra cost.

FEATURES | 8 out of 10Expert Quotes:Options are few: a nav system, a $1,300 seven-speed automatic, and a $3,000 Sport PackageCar and DriverTouring trim adds leather, Bluetooth, and Bose audioMotor TrendFreshened styling and new featuresConsumer Guide The new 2009 Nissan 370Z fits well into its intended role as a budget sports coupe, offering thrilling performance at a low base MSRP. With the 370Z, Nissan keeps the features and options list light, which has several benefits. First, it simplifies the purchasing process since there are fewer options to think about. Secondly, and perhaps more importantly for those looking for cheap thrills, the reduced options list makes manufacturing cheaper for Nissan, assuring that it can stay affordable. Automobile Magazine certainly appreciates it, proclaiming that "the most loveable detail is the new 370Z's price. With a base tab of $30,625, this is the screaming sports car deal for tough times." The standard features list on the 2009 Nissan 370Z is, in fact, pretty standard. Research conducted by TheCarConnection.com shows that there are few differences between the base and Touring trims of the 370Z Nissan. Automobile Magazine reports that the "base equipment is so generous" on the Nissan 370Z that "you'll be able to bypass the Touring edition's creature comforts." According to reviewers at Motor Trend, the "Touring trim adds leather, Bluetooth, and Bose audio." Autoblog reviewers also recommend that buyers "forget the Touring trim," which seems to add very little for the driving enthusiast, especially given the step up in price. Optional features are few and far between on the 2009 Nissan 370Z, but Nissan is clearly going for quality over quantity in the options department. Car and Driver reports that "options are few: a nav system, a $1,300 seven-speed automatic, and a $3,000 Sport Package," all three of which get rave reviews from the automotive press. The Sport Package, in particular, attracts a lot of attention from Autoblog, where reviewers note that it adds "18-inch forged-aluminum RAYS wheels shod in Bridgestone Potenza RE050A rubber" and includes a "variable ratio brake pedal, Electronic Brake-force Distribution and Brake Assist." Other options require springing for the 2009 Nissan 370Z in Touring trim, as noted by Automobile Magazine: "Adding navigation, which includes iPod connectivity and a 9.3-gigabyte Music Box hard drive, is possible only after you step up to life in the Touring lane." ConclusionThe 2009 Nissan 370Z keeps things simple with a brief options list that still manages to offer some features worth the extra cost.  2009 NISSAN 370Z STYLING | [8 out of 10] Car and Driver: "A couple of awkward styling cues" Jalopnik: "A much more aggressive look to the 370Z" Motor Trend: "Z offers an arresting shape" The next-generation 2009 Nissan 370Z coupe (the convertible debuts next year) retains the ...

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If you're looking at the 2009 Nissan 370Z, chances are you know what you want—and there's not much direct competition out there for this traditional sportscar. Among the closest comparisons by the specifications sheets, you could look at the Nissan's fancier cousin, the Infiniti G37 Coupe. The G37 is more luxurious and relaxed than the Z, plus there's more interior room with its +2 seating. The BMW Z4 is a pure two-seater with six-cylinder power. The BMW is due for a significant makeover for 2010. Based on price and V-8 performance, the 2010 Mustang GT is a worthy 370Z competitor. The Ford's newfound interior quality and ride quality eclipse the Z's, while still maintaining a truly sporty feel. Some Nissan Z-car shoppers won't admit that the car they'd really like to drive is the Chevrolet Corvette. The step up to what TheCarConnection.com considers the best value in the sportscar segment will cost an extra $15,000.

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Comments (1 total)

  1. By tightwaddog #1, Posted: 2/28/2009

    "engineers, designers, stylists"

    i find the term "designer" used loosely in the auto industry. in my opinion, "designer" should be reserved for the person who is the
    auto architect who creative person. he works with the perceptive qualities of the car (like the architect puts in the perceptive qualities of a home). you wouldn't want an engineer to design your home would you? the engineer works
    with ensuring the durability qualities of components the components the auto designer "architect" chooses for his project.
    the stylist ,in my mind , is the title for the
    person who works under the direction of the designer (like the engineer) to put the thematic
    looks into the designers car. the work of the engineers and the stylists should be directed
    and coordinated by the architectural guidance of the designer for the most harmonious final interaction of the automobiles components for the perceptive qualities ie: overall ride, handling, comfort, excitement, appearance..etc.
    engineers working on the rear end of a car for example doesn't have the authority to tell another engineer what changes to make to accomodate the performance of his part but the designer (like the architect) would have the authority and mandate to make sure all the separate components work together. you choose
    your home for its perceptive qualities and you should have the right to choose your car for the same reasons. engineers are primarily component workers who put durability into the cars..durability should be a given in any car. tightwaddog

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