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2011 Nissan 370Z GT Edition
What could be better than the Nissan 370Z, an out-and-out sports car with a powerful engine and an agile rear-wheel drive chassis? Answer, the 370Z GT Edition, a special version of the latest model to wear the iconic Z badge. (continued below)
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Nissan 370Z GT Edition Highlights Nissan's Presence in GT Racing
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| Source: Nissan | Published: Mon Mar 07, 2011 |
(continued from above)
The latest Nissan 370Z, the GT Edition, offers more
for less. As well as 19-inch RAYS forged alloy wheels in place of 18-inch wheels,
special body colors and unique GT stripes, the GT Edition actually costs less
than the standard car.
As the name implies, the GT Edition
highlights Nissan's presence in GT racing on the world stage. As well as its
continuing commitment to Super GT in Japan, Nissan has been one of the leading
lights in the new GT1 World Championship, winning the prestigious Tourist Trophy
in 2010 with the fearsome GT-R. The Nissan Z family has been a race winner in
the FIA GT4 European Cup since its inception and competes annually in various 24
hour races - the highlight being the Nürburgring 24 hours.
370Z GT
Edition's Exterior
The 370 GT Edition recognizes its heritage with a nod to the 1970s and the
birth of the original Z car: special side stripes.
Grey 'GT'
stripes running along the flanks of the car contrast with the each of the
special edition's three body colors - metallic black, pearl white and Black
Rose, the latter shade exclusive to GT Edition. The exterior is set off by the
standard 19-inch RAYS forged alloy wheels, which are finished in a dramatic
anthracite color.
Suspension Improvements
The GT Edition introduces a number of
significant suspension and equipment improvements which have also been adopted
by the standard Coupé. In deference to the higher average speeds routinely
enjoyed in Europe, the changes have been engineered by technicians from Nissan
Technical Centre Europe (NTCE). The principal modification has been to retune
the dampers to provide the ideal balance between ride comfort and high-speed
handling.
Equipment changes include the arrival of a rear view
parking camera as part of the Nissan Premium Connect satellite navigation option
and the standard fitment of a tire pressure monitoring system. The advanced
seven-speed automatic option now has a snow mode which, when applied, sets the
car off in second gear and controls engine revs to prevent wheel spin on ice or
snow. Refinement is enhanced by revisions to underbody insulation to reduce road
noise.
Nissan 370Z GT Edition: Review (2/2)
| Specifications |
| Key: AT - automatic transmission, MT - manual transmission, F/R/AWD - front/rear/all wheel drive |
| Powertrain |
| Type |
V6 |
| Displacement |
226 cu in (3696 cc) |
| Power |
331 hp @ 7000 RPM |
| Torque |
270 lb-ft @ 5200 RPM |
| Redline |
7500 RPM |
| Driveline |
Rear Wheel Drive |
| Transmission |
6 Speed Manual (Std.) |
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7 Speed Automatic (Opt.) |
| Brakes & Tires |
| Brakes Front - Rear |
Ventilated Discs - Ventilated Discs |
| Tire Size Front - Rear |
245/40 R19 - 275/35 R19 |
| Exterior Dimensions & Weight |
| Length |
167.2 in |
| Width |
72.6 in |
| Height |
51.8 in |
| Curb Weight |
MT: 3362 lbs |
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AT: 3389 lbs |
| Performance |
| 0-60 |
n/a |
| 1/4 Mile |
n/a |
| 60-0 Braking |
n/a |
| Top Speed |
n/a |
| Fuel Economy |
| EPA Fuel Mileage - City/Highway |
n/a |
| NEDC Fuel Consumption - Combined |
MT: 10.5 l/100 km |
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AT: 10.4 l/100 km |
| Origin & Price |
| Origin |
Japan |
| Base Retail Price (MSRP) |
n/a |
