2016 Nissan 370Z review
Nissan 370Z highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Sharp interior styling and materials
- Quick acceleration
- Powerful V6 engine
Cons
- Engine is unrefined at high revs
- The Nismo trim has a harsh ride
- Loud road noise at high speeds
Mileage (EPA estimate)
17 city, 24 highway, 20 combined
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An attractive and capable sports coupe
Various available trims and packages let you find the ideal performance experience from the 2016 Nissan 370Z. For example, the V6 engine is paired with a standard six-speed manual or an available seven-speed automatic transmission, which lets you choose how much engagement you have. Or zip around town in the agile and nimble Nismo performance trim, which upgrades much of the performance specs. Finally, sit back and relax in comfortable seats, basking in the sun with the top down in the convertible roadster.
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What is new for the 2016 Nissan 370Z?
- The Touring trim now comes with Bluetooth Technology as standard equipment.
- The Sport trim now comes with Rear Spoiler and BOSE Sound System as standard equipment.
- The Nismo trim now comes with BOSE Sound System as standard equipment.
- The Sport Tech trim now comes with Rear Spoiler as standard equipment.
- The Touring Sport trim now comes with Navigation System as standard equipment.
5 reasons to buy the 2016 Nissan 370Z
1. A comfortable and stylish interior
Made using high-end materials that are soft to the touch and accented with metal trim, the 2016 Nissan 370Z interior is pleasing to the eye. Plus, the familiar three-gauge dashboard styling borrowed from Z-cars of the past is an attractive nod to the 2016 Nissan 370Z’s heritage. Additionally, the standard sports seats are comfortable and supportive, holding you firmly without feeling hard on prolonged drives.
2. The adrenaline-pumping Nismo trim
Amp up the power and performance of the 2016 Nissan 370Z with the Nismo package. On the outside, aggressive styling and unique Nismo badging transform the 2016 Nissan 370Z’s looks. Nissan increased the engine power from 332 hp to 350 hp, sport-tuned the suspension, and added a six-speed manual transmission with rev-matching. That means the 2016 Nissan 370Z Nismo delivers even more laser-sharp handling and aggressive performance, setting a zero-to-60 time of just 5.2 seconds (when new).
3. Well-equipped standard model
You can enjoy the comfort and functional equipment you want in an entry-level 2016 Nissan 370Z. For example, standard equipment includes cruise control, Bluetooth® connectivity, automatic climate control, bi-xenon headlights, and a push-button start. If you pick a 2016 Nissan 370Z convertible, the power-operated soft top takes about 20 seconds to open or close, operated with the push of a button.
4. Available tech and audio upgrades
You can get additional tech and comfort features by looking for an upgraded trim of the 2016 Nissan 370Z. For example, the Touring trim adds tech like a seven-inch touchscreen, navigation, voice controls, and a USB port. Or, enjoy an immersive audio experience and a quieter cabin with the nine-speaker Bose® sound system with active noise control, included in Sport and higher trims.
5. A capable V6 engine
Powering the 2016 Nissan 370Z is a capable 3.7 L V6 engine paired with a six-speed automatic transmission. Because there’s 332 horsepower on tap, the 2016 Nissan 370Z is quick to speed and easily handles highway cruising. You can also expect an EPA-estimated 26 mpg highway and 19 mpg city fuel economy from a 2016 Nissan 370Z with the seven-speed automatic transmission.
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Ratings & reliability
RepairPal gave the Nissan 370Z an overall reliability rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks Nissan 370Z 34th out of 46 among Compact Cars.
View RepairPal's full rating of the Nissan 370ZNissan 370Z features and specs
Touring 2WD 2D Convertible
Standard Features
- A/C Seat(s)
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- BOSE Sound System
- CD Audio
- Cruise Control
- Front Seat Heaters
- Leather Seats
- Navigation System
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Soft Top
- Traction Control
- Bluetooth Technology
- Rear Spoiler
Drive Wheels
Rear Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
3.7L
Horsepower
332
Torque (ft-lbs)
270
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
19
Wheelbase
100.4"
Overall length
167.2"
Width
72.6"
Height
52.2"
Leg room
F 42.9"
Head room
F 38.7"
Front tires
P225/50WR18
Rear tires
P245/45WR18
Seating capacity
2
Transmission
Automatic
2016 Nissan 370Z FAQ
The 2016 Nissan 370Z is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- Touring Sport : 18 MPG City and 25 MPG Highway
- Base : 19 MPG City and 26 MPG Highway
- Nismo : 19 MPG City and 26 MPG Highway
- NismoTECH : 19 MPG City and 26 MPG Highway
- Sport : 19 MPG City and 26 MPG Highway
- Sport Tech : 19 MPG City and 26 MPG Highway
- Touring : 19 MPG City and 26 MPG Highway
The Nissan 370Z received a rating of 3.5 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Above Average. This rating ranks the Nissan 370Z as 33 out of 46 among Compact Car
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Here is what's new for the 2016 Nissan 370Z:
- Navigation System
- BOSE Sound System
- Bluetooth Technology
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