Nissan Z Sport/Nissan Z (RZ34)/Nissan Fairlady Z 

🚗 Nissan Z Sport/Nissan Z (RZ34)/Nissan Fairlady Z –  Overview

🇯🇵 Fairlady Z spirit, turbocharged for today

The 2025 Nissan Z Sport is the purest expression of Nissan’s Z-car legacy — rear-wheel drive, twin-turbo V6, and a manual transmission option, all wrapped in a retro-modern coupe that honors the original Fairlady Z.

🔧 Engine & Performance

• Engine: 3.0L twin-turbocharged V6 (VR30DDTT)

• Horsepower: 400 hp @ 6,400 rpm

• Torque: 350 lb-ft @ 1,600 rpm

• Valvetrain: DOHC, 24 valves, variable timing

• Fuel Injection: Direct injection

• Transmission Options:

  • 6-speed manual with rev-matching

  • 9-speed automatic with paddle shifters

• Drivetrain: Rear-wheel drive (RWD)

• Acceleration: 0–100 km/h in ~4.5 seconds

• Top Speed: ~250 km/h (electronically limited)

• Fuel Type: Premium unleaded

⛽ Fuel Economy & Emissions

• EPA City/Highway: 19 / 28 mpg

• Combined MPG: 22 mpg

• CO₂ Emissions: ~6.4 tons/year

• Fuel Tank Capacity: ~62 liters

• Range: ~600+ km on highway driving

🛠️ Chassis & Suspension

• Platform: FM chassis (refined from 370Z)

• Suspension:

  • Front: Double wishbone

  • Rear: Multi-link independent

• Stabilizer Bars: Front and rear

• Brakes:

  • Ventilated disc brakes (front & rear)

  • 4-wheel ABS, emergency brake assist

• Drive Modes: Normal and Sport

• Steering: Electric power-assisted

📏 Dimensions & Weight

• Length: 172.4 in (4,380 mm)

• Width: 72.6 in (1,845 mm)

• Height: 51.8 in (1,315 mm)

• Wheelbase: 100.4 in (2,550 mm)

• Ground Clearance: 4.8 in

• Curb Weight: ~3,549 lbs (~1,610 kg)

• Turning Radius: ~5.2 meters

🎨 Exterior Features

• Wheels: 18-inch alloy wheels (standard)

• Lighting:

  • LED headlights with adaptive beam

  • LED daytime running lights

  • Auto delay-off & dusk-sensing headlamps

• Body Styling:

  • Retro-inspired front grille

  • Dual exhaust outlets

  • “Katana” roofline trim

• Paint Options: Ikazuchi Yellow, Seiran Blue, Everest White, Black Diamond, Passion Red

🎵 Interior & Technology

• Seats:

  • Cloth sport seats with 8-way manual driver adjustment

  • Height-adjustable driver seat

  • 4-way manual passenger seat

• Infotainment:

  • 8-inch touchscreen

  • Apple CarPlay & Android Auto ✅

  • Bluetooth, USB-C & USB-A ports

• Audio System: 6-speaker standard

• Instrument Cluster: 12.3-inch fully digital display

• Comfort Features:

  • Dual-zone automatic climate control

  • Push-button start

  • Tilt/telescopic steering wheel

  • Interior ambient lighting

🛡️ Safety & Driver Assistance

• Blind-spot warning

• Lane departure warning

• Rear cross-traffic alert

• Forward collision warning with auto emergency braking

• Dual front side-mounted airbags

• Passenger airbag with occupant sensing

• Traction & stability control

• Tire pressure monitoring

• Adaptive headlights

💰 Pricing & Ownership

• Starting MSRP (USA): ~$42,970

• Final Assembly: Japan 🇯🇵

• Warranty:

  • Basic: 3 years / 36,000 miles

  • Powertrain: 5 years / 60,000 miles

⚡ Why Z Sport Stands Out

The Nissan Z Sport offers 400 hp, a manual gearbox, and timeless design — all under $45K. It’s a rare breed in today’s market: a turbocharged, rear-wheel-drive coupe that’s built for driving joy, not just specs.

Whether you're carving corners or cruising coastal highways, the Z Sport delivers pure enthusiast energy with modern comfort and tech.

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