A Better 2008′s Model: The Nissan 350Z for 2009
A lot has been said about the Nissan 350Z for 2009. As Nissan's entry in the convertible market the 350Z (and in this case specically the Grand Touring version) has maintained a solid reputation. The 2-door 350Z is especially appealing to wide market segment, making it a perfect car to help Nissan as a brand in general.
Performance
The 350Z Grand Touring is equipped with a Nissan 3.5 liter six-cylinder engine that utilizes 24 valves. The engine is mated to a Jatco 5-speed Transmission. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Nissan.
The fuel system for the 2009 350Z is a traditional SFI, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel is controlled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The capacity of the fuel tank is 12 gallons.
Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The 350Z has power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. The car uses coil front springs and coil in the rear.
350Z Grand Touring Statistics
The dimensions of the 350Z Grand Touring are inches wide by inches long. It sits a comfortable inches off the ground. It seats a standard several adults passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of allows for limited leg room for the backseat passengers.
The listed retail price in 2009 (MSRP) was an industry-low price, with an invoice cost of an industry-average price. This price is slightly higher than the industry average price for a two-door Convertible.
The standard warranty period for the 350Z is 60* months, or 50,000* miles, whichever comes first. The warranty also includes a warranty on the drivetrain for 36* months or 50,000* miles respectively. This is standard in the convertible market. Extended warranties are also available through the dealer.
Fuel Efficiency
The 350Z Grand Touring received a miles-per-gallon rating of seventeen in-city driving and twenty three when it came to long-distance. Being a gas-powered non-green car, this was subpar.
In Summary
The 2009 model year was unsuccessful for the Nissan 350Z. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the Grand Touring version) meant that buyers had several options to choose from..
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Tags: 2-Door, Convertible, Grand Touring, Nissan 350Z, United States market
