FONTANA DAM, N.C., May 16, 2014
/PRNewswire/ --
- Refined 2015 Nissan 370Z NISMO makes global debut today at
annual gathering of Nissan, Datsun and NISMO sports car owners and
performance enthusiasts
- Refreshed 370Z NISMO features distinctive new exterior
appearance, redesigned wheels and enhanced interior; 7-speed
automatic transmission is also available
- Performance enhancements include retuned suspension and
Recaro® co-developed seats exclusively designed for 370Z
NISMO
- 2015 Nissan 370Z NISMO goes on sale at U.S. Nissan dealers in
July 2014
There was a surprise "guest" today at ZDAYZ, the annual
gathering of hundreds of Nissan, Datsun and NISMO owners and
enthusiasts – the world debut of the new 2015 Nissan 370Z NISMO. A
solid progress for 2015, the new 370Z NISMO model features
exterior, interior and performance refinements, along with an
expanded model selection that includes both 6-speed manual and
7-speed automatic transmissions and a new 370Z NISMO Tech
grade.
"NISMO is the heart and soul of Nissan performance, both for the
track and on the street, so it's fitting that we are showing the
dramatic new 2015 370Z NISMO for the first time at a gathering of
our most loyal and enthusiast owners," said Nissan Chief Planning
Officer and Executive Vice President Andy
Palmer. "The new 370Z NISMO joins the recently introduced
Nissan GT-R NISMO and Nissan JUKE NISMO RS, giving performance fans
a range of fresh, factory tuned NISMO models to enjoy."
2015 Nissan 370Z NISMO
The most striking change for
the 2015 370Z NISMO is its revised exterior design. Its
GT-R-inspired functional and fully integrated aerodynamic body
pieces have been redesigned to provide an aggressive and more
aerodynamic new appearance – as well as optimizing front and rear
downforce. Key changes include a new, deep front fascia with LED
Hyper Daytime Running Lights, black headlight bezels, NISMO emblem
and signature NISMO red stripe accent on the integrated front chin
spoiler. The red accent continues down the redesigned side sills,
on the black-color sideview mirrors and across the lower portion of
the redesigned rear fascia. The unique NISMO rear spoiler has been
reshaped and downsized.
The standard 19-inch NISMO super-lightweight forged
aluminum-alloy wheels by RAYS also have been restyled for 2015 with
a twin-five spoke design and a charcoal gray machine-finish
(formerly silver).
Inside, the unique NISMO-styled interior is enhanced with
redesigned black-and-red Recaro® leather-appointed seats
with Alcantara® accents. The new seats, co-developed
with Recaro®, are exclusively designed for the 370Z
NISMO to provide more uniform body pressure and better
all-direction holding during spirited acceleration, braking and
cornering. They also play a key role in providing driving
excitement by maximizing the harmony between driver and machine.
The interior also features red seat trim and stitching with NISMO
logo, an Alcantara®-appointed leather-wrapped steering
wheel and NISMO red tachometer.
Also new for 2015 is the 370Z NISMO Tech model, which adds a
hard drive-based Nissan Navigation System with 7.0-inch VGA
touch-sensitive display, RearView Monitor, Bose® Audio
System, SiriusXM Satellite Radio (SiriusXM subscription required,
sold separately), Streaming Audio via Bluetooth®,
auto-dimming rearview mirror and HomeLink® Universal
Transceiver.
As in previous years, the 2015 370Z NISMO is powered by a potent
350-horsepower 3.7-liter DOHC V6 engine with Variable Valve Event
and Lift Control (VVEL). The engine is matched with an exclusive,
tuned H-configured exhaust system design, muffler tuning
and an optimized calibration is installed to help create 18
horsepower more than a standard 370Z Coupe. Torque is rated at 276
lb-ft.
Two transmission choices are offered for the first time on the
370Z NISMO model. The close-ratio 6-speed manual transmission
features standard SynchroRev Match®, the world's first
synchronized downshift rev matching manual transmission, which
allows rev-matched heel-toe-like downshifting. Newly available is a
refined 7-speed automatic with Downshift Rev Matching (DRM),
Adaptive Shift Control and manual shift mode with paddle
shifters.
The 370Z NISMO also features a refined 4-wheel independent
suspension, NISMO-branded strut tower brace for enhanced body
rigidity and a pair of performance dampers to help minimize
road-input vibrations and help contribute to the NISMO 370Z's high
levels of handling and performance feel. The NISMO tuned suspension
includes special springs and stabilizer bars. Large Nissan Sport
Brakes and a Viscous Limited-Slip Differential (VLSD) – with a
shorter final drive ratio for better acceleration feel - are also
standard on the 2015 370Z NISMO.
The 2015 370Z NISMO is offered in just four exterior colors –
Solid Red, Magnetic Black, Brilliant Silver and Pearl White. It is set to go on sale at Nissan
dealers nationwide in July 2014.
"There's much more to love about the 370Z NISMO than ever before
– the new appearance inside and out, enhanced handling, new wheels,
more technology and a choice of transmissions," added Palmer. "Our
fans here at ZDAYZ want only the best and that's what this new 370Z
NISMO delivers."
About ZDAYZ
ZDayZ is an annual Z® car
enthusiast gathering that takes place in various locations around
the United States. Each year the
event draws hundreds of Nissan Z, GT-R and other Nissan performance
car enthusiasts from all over North
America. This year's ZDayZ is being held May 15-19 at Fontana Village Resort in
Fontana Dam, North Carolina. Activities include a car show,
exhaust sound-off competition, 5/10K race, group dinners and
multiple group mountain road drives.
About NISMO
NISMO, a short form of "Nissan Motorsports
International," is the performance brand for Nissan, and is one of
the company's purveyors of "innovation that excites." NISMO offers
products featuring innovative technology and high performance to a
wide range of customers for street use. NISMO cars provide an
exciting driving experience with motorsports-inspired aerodynamics
and styling, enhanced handling characteristics and unmatched
agility. In the motorsports world, NISMO competes in the highest
forms of GT and sports car racing, such as Japan's Super GT Series and the World
Endurance Championships (WEC), as well as providing engines to
teams that compete in the 24 Hours of Le Mans and the European Le
Mans Series (ELMS). The Nissan GT-R captured the Super GT
championship in 2011 and 2012.
About Nissan North America
In North America, Nissan's operations include
automotive styling, engineering, consumer and corporate financing,
sales and marketing, distribution and manufacturing. Nissan is
dedicated to improving the environment under the Nissan Green
Program and has been recognized as an ENERGY STAR®
Partner of the Year in 2010, 2011, 2012 and 2013 by the U.S
Environmental Protection Agency. More information on Nissan in
North America and the complete
line of Nissan and Infiniti vehicles can be found online at
www.NissanUSA.com and www.InfinitiUSA.com, or visit the Americas
media sites NissanNews.com and InfinitiNews.com.
About Nissan
Nissan Motor Co., Ltd., Japan's second-largest automotive company, is
headquartered in Yokohama, Japan,
and is part of the Renault-Nissan Alliance. Operating with more
than 236,000 employees globally, Nissan sold more than 4.9 million
vehicles and generated revenue of 9.6
trillion yen (USD 116.16
billion) in fiscal 2012. Nissan delivers a comprehensive
range of over 60 models under the Nissan and Infiniti brands. In
2010, Nissan introduced the Nissan LEAF, and continues to lead in
zero-emission mobility. The LEAF, the first mass-market,
pure-electric vehicle launched globally, is now the best-selling EV
in history.
For more information on our products, services and commitment to
sustainable mobility, visit our website at
http://www.nissan-global.com/EN/.
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