Nissan Z (RZ34)
| Nissan Z | |
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| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Nissan |
| Model code | RZ34 |
| Also called | Nissan Fairlady Z (Japan) |
| Production | April 2022 – present |
| Model years | 2023–present |
| Assembly | Japan: Kaminokawa, Tochigi (Nissan Motor Tochigi Plant) |
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| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Sports car (S) |
| Body style | 2-door fastback coupé |
| Layout | Front mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive |
| Platform | Nissan FM platform |
| Related | Nissan 370Z |
| Powertrain | |
| Engine | 3.0 L VR30DDTT twin-turbo V6 (RZ34) |
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| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,550 mm (100.4 in) |
| Length | 4,380 mm (172.4 in) |
| Width | 1,845 mm (72.6 in) |
| Height | 1,315 mm (51.8 in) |
| Curb weight | 1,581–1,680 kg (3,486–3,704 lb) |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Nissan 370Z (Z34) |
The Nissan Z, known in Japan as the Nissan Fairlady Z (Japanese: 日産・フェアレディZ, Hepburn: Nissan Fearedi Zetto), is the seventh generation of the Z-car line of sports cars manufactured by Nissan. The model succeeded the 370Z, though is built on a modified and revised version of the previous generation's platform. The model also drops the numerical nomenclature of the previous generations.
The Z was introduced in August 2021. it featured Nissan's VR30DDTT engine and built on an evolution of Nissan FM Z34 platform, giving a model code "RZ34". It also has two transmission options, a 6-speed manual and a 9-speed automatic transmission. Deliveries began in late 2022 and was offered with two trims, "Performance" and "Sport". More powerful and track-focused, Z Nismo was introduced in July 2023 with significant upgrades over the standard version. The Z is also involved in various motorsports, such as in Super GT and GT4 Racing. It is well received among car enthusiasts and motor publications with winning a Drive's Car of The Year award and becoming a finalist of World Car of The Year awards.