2003 Nissan 350Z Summary & Specs Review at Automotive.com
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2003 Nissan 350Z Review: Summary & Specs

Below is a full, detailed review and road test of the 2003 Nissan 350Z written by either the experts at New Car Test Drive or by one of Automotive.com's very own. A full evaluation of the driving experience, price, equipment, and specs are here in a structured, ...     read more
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2003 Nissan 350Z Review

Pure rebellious sports car.

2003 350Z Review Summary & Specifications

The Nissan 350Z stands alone as an affordable, high-performance hardtop sports car. Its rear-wheel-drive chassis is rigid, its suspension is taut for excellent handling, and the V6 engine delivers lots of torque for strong acceleration performance.

Starting at less than $27,000, the new Z delivers with no-frills hardware, including a carbon fiber driveshaft. All models deliver stellar performance. Whether you opt for the six-speed manual gearbox or the five-speed automatic, there are no dogs in the lineup. The interior is the weakest link here, but it grows on you with a little time spent living with it.

This is the car for drivers who want serious sports car performance in a GT body and don't want to shell out the big bucks.
Review Sections
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• Lineup
• Walkaround
• Interior
• Driving Impressions
• Summary & Specifications
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2003 Nissan 350Z Specs
Vehicle CategorySports Cars
EditorMitch McCullough, Editor-in-Chief
Model LineupNissan 350Z 6-speed manual transmission ($26,269); Enthusiast 6MT ($28,249); Enthusiast 5AT ($29,219); Performance 6MT ($30,429), Touring 5AT ($31,589); Touring 6MT ($33,179); Track 6MT ($34,079)
Engines (standard)3.5-liter dohc 24-valve V6 with CVTCS
Transmissions (standard)6-speed manual
Engines (optional)287-hp 3.5-liter dohc 24-valve V6
Transmissions (optional)6-speed manual; 5-speed automatic
Safety Equipment (standard)dual-stage airbags; seatbelts with pretensioners and load limiters; ABS with EBD and brake assist; traction control
Safety Equipment (optional)none
Basic Warranty3 years/36,000 miles
Assembled InOppama, Japan
Manufacturer Phone1-800-nissan-1
Manufacturer URLwww.NissanUSA.com
Base Price MSRP26269


2003 Nissan 350Z Specs as Tested
Model Tested MSRPNissan 350Z Enthusiast ($28,249)
Standard Equipmentautomatic temperature control; 6-way manual driver seat; 4-way manual passenger seat; power windows, locks and mirrors; AM/FM/CD audio with 6 speakers; tilt steering with integrated gage cluster; cruise control; HomeLink universal transceiver; auto-dimming rearview mirror; trip computer; oil pressure gauge; voltmeter; cross-drilled aluminum pedals; dual-illuminated visor vanity mirrors; leather-wrapped steering wheel and shift knob; real aluminum interior accents; lockable storage behind passenger seat; 3 cup holders; vehicle security system; vehicle immobilizer; remote keyless entry; 17-inch wheels; xenon headlamps; rear wiper; seal-tight windows
Options as Tested (MSRP)floor mats ($69)
Destination Charge540
Gas Guzzler Tax
Price as Tested28858
Layoutrear-wheel drive
Horse Power287 @ 6200
Torque274 @ 4800
Fuel Economy20/26
Wheelbase104.3
Length/Width/Height169.4/71.5/51.9
Track Front/Rear60.4/60.6
Turning Radius35.4
Seating Capacity2
Front Head/Hip/Leg room38.2/53.9/42.6
Middle Head/Hip/Leg room
Rear Head/Hip/Leg room
Trunk Volume6.8
Payload
Towing Capacity
Front Suspensionindependent 3-link with stabilizer bar and strut bar
Rear Suspensionindependent 4-link with stabilizer bar and strut bar
Ground Clearance
Curb Weight3197
Stock TiresP225/50WR17 front / P235/50WR17 rear
Brakes Front/Rearvented disc/vented disc with ABS, EBD, and Brake Assist
Fuel Capacity20.0
2003 Nissan 350Z