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2013 Nissan 370Z Review

 Following the principles established by the original 1969 model, the Datsun 240Z, Nissan 370Z, 2013 remains a sporty design, technological innovation, fuel economy, front engine and rear wheel drive. Read the full story of Z here.

In 2013 we found no major changes compared to 2012 model. Nissan just worried about some adjustments and new LED headlamps and fog lamps vertical re-calibration of the suspension optional Sport Package.

This year, the Nissan 370Z has the same 3.7-liter V6 engine. This is capable of producing 332 horsepower and 270 pounds of torque. Power can be directed to the rear wheels through a 7-speed automatic transmission or manual 6. The EPA and Nissan claim a fuel consumption of between 18 mpg in the city and 26 on the highway.

The Z has stabilizer bars front and rear for excellent maneuverability and stiffness. Bring ventilated disc brakes at all four wheels controlled by an antilock braking system (ABS), traction control (TCS), Brake Assist (BA) and electronic brake distribution (EBD).

We also find various accessories as standard: Bluetooth, power adjustments for both seats, sports seats, BOSE sound system with eight speakers and two sub-woofers, aluminum pedals, sports steering wheel with three blades, controls for cruise control and the system sound, cover for the cargo area, remote key, 3 round gauges on the center console, etc..

In addition, there are two packages for an additional fee. The first is the "Sport Package" ($ 3.030), which replaces the 18-inch wheels for a 19 made of forged aluminum, sport brakes, spoilers front and rear, limited slip differential, suspension specially calibrated and the famous system SynchroRev Match for manual transmission.

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The second package is the "Nissan Navigation System" ($ 2,150), which features a navigation system based on a hard disk, 7 "display with 7 colors, interface for USB and iPod audio via Bluetooth, traffic reports and climate, rear video camera.

The 2013 Nissan 370Z offers everything you expect from a sports car. Its engine responds quite well accelerating from 0 to 60 mph in 5.1 seconds, its standard suspension provides excellent maneuverability. Furthermore, the more rigid suspension, optionally wheels and optional 19 "sacrifice some comfort, but improve performance of the vehicle.

The 370Z Tourings base price starts at $ 37.820 and adding borders both packages invoice of $ 44,000. Although the price may be high initially considered for a Nissan, we must consider that this is a step below the Nissan GT-R, and competes with brands like Porsche and BMW with significantly higher prices.