Nissan has been blessed with many award-winning designs, including the Nissan 350Z of 2003. There are five trim levels to the 350Z, including Base, Enthusiast, Performance, Touring, and Track. The Touring version is one of the more popular options. Like in 2002 the popular 3.5 liter has made this a popular choice for coupe buyers across the country.

Nissan 350Z Engine Specs

The 350Z 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 is a long-standing favorite for buyers in the Coupe arena.

Fuel is handled for the 350Z is a SFI design, running on gasoline fuel. The gasoline is managed by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The 20.00-gallon tank provides the fuel storage for longer trips.

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.

Vehicle Statistics

The dimensions of the 350Z Touring are 71.50 inches wide by 169.40 inches long. It sits a comfortable 51.90 inches off the ground. It seats a standard two passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of 104.30 allows for limited leg room for the backseat passengers.

The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $26,370 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $24,663. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 2-door Coupe.

The standard warranty period for the 350Z is 36 months, or 36,000 miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the coupe market.

Fuel Efficiency

The 350Z Touring received a miles-per-gallon rating of twenty in-city driving and twenty six when it came to long-distance. Being a gas-powered non-green car, this was exceptional.

Conclusion

There are several reasons why the Nissan 350Z Touring sold well in 2003. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a Nissan, specifically a 350Z.

Tags: 2-Door, Coupe, Nissan 350Z, Touring, United States market

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