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Nissan Z facelift unveiled in Japan with more retro elements
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Overview
Variant
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Variant
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Body type
Coupe
Body type
Coupe
Engine size
3.0 L
Engine size
4.0 L
Drive type
Rear
Drive type
Rear
Fuel efficiency (combined)
10.8 / 100 km
Fuel efficiency (combined)
10.3 / 100 km
Power and torque
298kW / 475Nm
Power and torque
375kW / 685Nm
574km
709km
Warranty
10 years
Warranty
3 years
Doors
3
Doors
3
Seats
2
Seats
2
Fuel type
Premium Unleaded
Fuel type
Premium Unleaded
Safety rating
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Safety rating
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Specifications
Cruise Control
Adaptive Cruise Control: yes
Cruise Control
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Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Power Outlet 12V
Location (12V): Front
Mobile Integration
Android Auto: yes
Android Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Apple Carplay: yes
Apple Number of Months Subscription: Unlimited
Mirrorlink Months Subscription Included: 0
Mobile Integration
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Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Vanity Mirror
Driver Mirror Illuminated: yes
Driver Mirror Location: Driver
Passenger Mirror Illuminated: yes
Location: Passenger
Navigational Systems
Controls: Touch Screen
Information Type: 3d And Voice
Map Updates Months of Subscription: Unlimited
Screen Size (in): 8.00
Navigational Systems
Controls: Knobs/Touch Buttons
Information Type: Satellite View
Screen Size (in): 8.00
Traffic Info: yes
Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Guidance Display
Parking Assistance
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Full Auto Park & Perpendicular
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Parking Distance System
Location: Front
Front Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Sensor & Camera
Location: Side
Side Type: Sensor & Camera
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
Smart Card/Smart Key
Includes Keyless Entry: yes
Includes Keyless Start: yes
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Number of Ports in Front: 2
USB Charging Port
Location: Front
Driver Modes
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Driver Modes
Engine Mapping: yes
Stability Control: yes
Steering: yes
Suspension: yes
Traction Control: yes
Bluetooth
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Bluetooth
Includes Music Streaming: yes
Includes Phone Connection: yes
Memorised Adjustment
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Memorised Adjustment
Door Mirror Position: yes
Wheel Position: yes
Voice Activating System
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Voice Activating System
Includes Navigation System: yes
Includes Phone: yes
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 2
Compressor
Compressor: Turbo
Number of Compressors: 2
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Electrical System
Voltage: 12
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Country Highway): 194
CO2 Level (Combined): 250
CO2 Level (Urban): 347
Standard Met: EU5
Emission Control Level
CO2 Level (Combined): 236
Standard Met: EU6
Engine
Engine (cc): 2997
Engine Configuration: V
Engine Code: Vr30ddtt
Engine (L): 3.0
Number of Cylinders: 6
Engine
Bore Engine: 83.0
Engine (cc): 3982
Engine Configuration: V
Engine (L): 4.0
Number of Cylinders: 8
Stroke Engine: 92.0
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 98
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 98
Fuel
Generic Primary Fuel Type: Petrol
Minimum Fuel Octane Number: 98
Minimum Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Fuel Type: Premium Unleaded
Octane Number: 98
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 16.4
Main Capacity (L): 62
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 13.6
Main Type: Total
Fuel Tanks
Main Capacity Gal: 19.3
Main Capacity (L): 73
Main Capacity Uk Gallons: 16.1
Main Type: Total
Fuel System
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Fuel System
Injection Carburetion: Petrol Direct Injection
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Computer
Average Fuel Consumption: yes
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
Displays Pressure Reading: yes
Low Tire Pressure Indicator
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Display Screen
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Roller Control: yes
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 8.00
Dashboard Centre 1 Touch Screen: yes
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Roller Control: yes
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 12.30
Display Screen
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Control Wheel: yes
Location: Dashboard Centre 1
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Orientation: Fixed
Dashboard Centre 1 Screen Size (in): 8.00
Location: Instrument Cluster 1
Instrument Cluster 1 Screen Size (in): 12.00
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 574
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 357
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 9.3
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 10.8
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 26
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 22
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 12.0
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 8.3
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 34
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 28
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 6.7
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 14.9
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 19
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 16
Fuel Consumption
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (km): 709
ADR 81/02 Calculated Vehicle Range (miles): 441
ADR 81/02 Combined (km/L): 9.7
ADR 81/02 Combined (L/100km): 10.3
ADR 81/02 Combined (miles per UK gallon): 27
ADR 81/02 Combined (mpg): 23
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (km/L): 12.5
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (L/100km): 8.0
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (miles per UK gallon): 35
ADR 81/02 Country Highway (mpg): 29
ADR 81/02 Standard: Adr 81/02
ADR 81/02 Urban (km/L): 7.0
ADR 81/02 Urban (L/100km): 14.2
ADR 81/02 Urban (miles per UK gallon): 20
ADR 81/02 Urban (mpg): 17
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 405
Maximum Power (kW): 298
Maximum Torque (Nm): 475
Measurement Standard: SAE
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6400
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 1600
Power
Maximum Power (hp/PS): 510
Maximum Power (kW): 375
Maximum Torque (Nm): 685
Measurement Standard: EEC
Primary or Secondary Fuel Power Figure: Primary
Rpm For Maximum Power Low: 6000
Rpm For Maximum Torque Low: 2000
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 10.8
Fuel Economy
ADR 81/02 (L/100km): 10.3
Performance
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Performance
Acceleration 0 To 100 km/h: 3.6
Maximum Speed (km/h): 314
Maximum Speed (mph): 195
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Drive
Driven Wheels: Rear
Limited Slip Differential
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Mechanical
Limited Slip Differential
Location: Rear
Rear Type: Electronic
Transmission
Description: Manual
Number of Simulated Gears: 0
Number of Speeds: 6
Shift Lever Location: Floor
Type: Manual
Transmission
Description: Automatic With Manual Mode
Gear Change Paddles: yes
Manual Mode: yes
Number of Speeds: 8
Shift Lever Location: Column
Type: Automatic
Active Differential
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Active Differential
Location: Rear
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Painted Calipers: yes
Disc Brakes
Number of Disc Brakes: 4
Number of Ventilated Disc Brakes: 4
Painted Calipers: yes
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Power Steering
Vehicle Speed Proportional: yes
Steering Wheel
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Synthetic Leather
Steering Wheel
Electric Adjustment: yes
Height Adjustment: yes
Multi Function: yes
Telescopic Adjustment: yes
Type: Alloy & Leather
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Suspension
Location: Front
Front Spring Type: Coil
Front Stabilizer Bar: yes
Front Type: Wishbone
Front Wheel Dependence: Independent
Location: Rear
Rear Spring Type: Coil
Rear Stabilizer Bar: yes
Rear Type: Multi-Link
Rear Wheel Dependence: Independent
Alternate Suspension
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Alternate Suspension
Type: Sport
Responsive Suspension
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Responsive Suspension
Driver Selectable: yes
Type: Electronic
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 94
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Performance Tires: yes
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 40
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 255
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 96
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Performance Tires: yes
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 35
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: W
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 275
Tires
Front Wheels Tire Load Index: 101
Location: Front
Front Wheels Tire Profile: 40
Front Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Front Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Front Wheels Tire Width: 255
Rear Wheels Tire Load Index: 105
Rear Wheels Tire Location: Rear
Rear Wheels Tire Profile: 35
Rear Wheels Tire Speed Rating: Y
Rear Wheels Tire Type: Conventional/Summer
Rear Wheels Tire Width: 295
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 19
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 9.5
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 19
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 10.0
Wheels
Location: Front
Front Wheels Rim Diameter (In): 20
Front Wheels Rim Type: Alloy
Front Wheels Rim Width (In): 9.0
Location: Rear
Rear Rim Diameter (In): 20
Rear Rim Type: Alloy
Rear Wheels Rim Width (In): 11.0
Body Style
Body Type: Coupe
Local Body Type: Coupe
Platform Code: FM
Wheelbase Type: Short
Body Style
Body Type: Coupe
Local Body Type: Coupe
Wheelbase Type: Short
Spoiler
Location: Boot/Hatch
Spoiler
Location: Boot/Hatch
Black Trim
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Black Trim
Exhaust Pipe: yes
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Measurement Standard: VDA
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 8.5
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 241
Cargo Capacity
Frunk Capacity (cu ft): 0.0
Frunk Capacity (L): 0
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (cu ft): 9.5
Rear Seat Up to Lower Window (L): 270
External Dimensions
Front Track (in): 61.2
Front Track (mm): 1555
Ground Clearance Unladen (in): 4.9
Ground Clearance Unladen (mm): 125
Overall Height (in): 51.8
Overall Height (mm): 1315
Overall Length (in): 172.4
Overall Length (mm): 4380
Overall Width (in): 72.6
Overall Width (mm): 1845
Rear Track (in): 61.6
Rear Track (mm): 1565
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (ft): 36.1
Wall to Wall Turning Circle (mm): 11000
Wheelbase (in): 100.4
Wheelbase (mm): 2550
External Dimensions
Overall Height (in): 50.1
Overall Height (mm): 1273
Overall Length (in): 175.8
Overall Length (mm): 4465
Overall Width Folded Mirror (in): 75.3
Overall Width Folded Mirror (mm): 1912
Overall Width (in): 76.5
Overall Width Inc Mirror (in): 84.8
Overall Width Inc Mirror (mm): 2153
Overall Width (mm): 1942
Wheelbase (in): 106.5
Wheelbase (mm): 2704
Internal Dimensions
Front Hip Room (in): 54.7
Front Hip Room (mm): 1389
Front Leg Room (in): 42.9
Front Leg Room (mm): 1090
Front Shoulder Room (in): 54.2
Front Shoulder Room (mm): 1377
Internal Dimensions
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Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Doors
Location: Driver
Driver Door Type: Front Hinged
Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Type: Front Hinged
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Rear Door
Type: Lifting Gate
Exterior Door Handles
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Exterior Door Handles
Flush Handles: Manual
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
Headlights
High Beam Bulb Type: LED
Low Beam Bulb Type: LED
Lens Type: Ellipsoidal
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
LED Lights
Location: Brake Lights
Location: Day Time Running Lights
Location: High Beam
Location: Low Beam
Location: Rear Lights
Headlight Control
Auto Highbeam: yes
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Headlight Control
Dusk Sensor: yes
Height Adjustment: Automatic
Paint
External Colour: Gray
Type: Gloss
Paint
External Colour: Gray
Type: Gloss
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Door Mirrors/Cameras
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Driver Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Driver
Driver Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Automatic
Driver Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Colour: Painted
Heated Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras: yes
Passenger Door Mirror Indicator Lights: yes
Mirrors/Cameras Location: Passenger
Passenger Door Mirrors Tilting for Reverse: Automatic
Passenger Door Mirrors/Cameras Type: Electrically Adjustable
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Power Windows
Front Electric Windows: Front
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Variable
Windshield Wipers
Intermittent Wipe Windshield Wipers: Automatic
Rain Sensor Windshield Wipers: yes
Rear View Mirror Camera
Auto Dimming: yes
Rear View Mirror Camera
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Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 0
Gross Vehicle Weight (kg): 1890
Gross Vehicle Weight (lb): 4167
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1600
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3527
Tare Weight (kg): 1561
Weights
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (kg): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Braked (lb): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (kg): 0
Gross Trailer Weight Unbraked (lb): 0
Published Kerb Weight (kg): 1530
Published Kerb Weight (lb): 3373
Tare Weight (kg): 1483
Trailer Noseweight (kg): 0
Audio System
Digital Radio: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
Touch Screen: yes
Audio System
Colour Screen: yes
Digital Media Card: yes
Digital Radio: yes
In-Dash CD: yes
Radio Type: Am/Fm
System Power (W): 400
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total 3rd Row USB Connections: 0
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
External Connections
USB (Front): yes
Total Rear USB Connections: 0
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Remote Audio Controls
Type: Steering Wheel Mounted
Speakers
Brand: Bose
Number of Speakers: 8
Speakers
Number of Speakers: 6
Cargo Area Cover Rear Parcel Shelf
Type: Flexible
Cargo Area
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Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Leather
Doors: Suede
Gear Selector: Alloy & Leather
Instrument Panel: Alloy Look
Luxury Trim
Centre Floor Console: Leather
Doors: Leather
Instrument Panel: Leather
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 6
Airbags
Number of Airbags: 8
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Airbag
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Front Seat Belts
Driver Pre Tensioners: yes
Driver Seat Position: Driver
Passenger Pre Tensioners: yes
Passenger Seat Position: Passenger
Head Restraints
Front Seats Active: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Head Restraints
Front Seats Integrated: yes
Front Seats Location: Front Seats
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front
Side Curtain Airbag
Location: Front
Autonomous Drive
Level: 1 - Driver Assistance
Autonomous Drive
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Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Overtaking Sensor
Active Without Turn Signal: yes
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
Type: Sensor
Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
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Knee Airbags
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Knee Airbags
Location: Driver
Location: Passenger
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Manual
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Lumbar Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 2
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Driver Front Seat Thigh Support Type: Manual
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 2
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Electric
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Front Seat
Driver Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Driver Front Seat Heated: yes
Driver Front Seat Height Type: Memory
Location: Driver
Driver Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 4
Driver Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Driver Front Seat Type: Sports
Passenger Front Seat Power Adjustable: yes
Passenger Front Seat Heated: yes
Passenger Front Seat Height Type: Memory
Location: Passenger
Passenger Front Seat Number of Electrical Adjustments: 4
Passenger Front Seat Reach Type: Memory
Passenger Front Seat Reclining Type: Memory
Passenger Front Seat Type: Sports
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Synthetic Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seat Upholstery
Additional Seat Material: Leather
Main Seat Material: Leather
Seating
Capacity: 2
Configuration: 2+0
Seating
Capacity: 2
Configuration: 2+0
Cup Holders
Location: Front Seats
Storage
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Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Air Conditioning
Type: Fully-Auto
Climate Control - Number of Zones: 2
Ventilation System
Engine Heater: yes
Ventilation System
Digital Display: yes
Engine Heater: yes
Secondary Ventilation Controls
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Secondary Ventilation Controls
Passenger Seat Location: Passenger Seat
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Power Locks
Operation: Card Key
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 10000
Distance (miles): 6214
Period (Months): 12
Intermediate Service
Distance (km): 16000
Distance (miles): 9942
Period (Months): 12
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