2016 Nissan 370Z

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Rating7.8

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Compact Coupe
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$29,990 - $49,400
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on January 31, 2024

ProsConsWhat's New

Phenomenally enjoyable handling

Noise isolation is almost non-existent

All trims except the base get a Bose audio system as standard

Two excellent transmission choices with rev-matching

Visibility is an issue due to thick roof pillars

Active Noise Control and Active Sound Enhancer

A strong powertrain and superb quality interior at an impressive price

Limited space for cargo and the base trim lacks basic features such as Bluetooth

Specs & Features

$31,290

price

332 hp @ 7000 rpm

horsepower

270 lb.-ft. @ 5200 rpm

torque

7-Speed Automatic w/od

transmission

3.7L 6cyl RWD 7A

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

The 2016 Nissan 370Z Coupe is a compact coupe offered in 4 trims, starting off at a base MSRP of $29,990. For that price, it mainly competes with the Ford Mustang Coupe, the Chevrolet Camaro Coupe, and the Scion FR-S Coupe. Between 4 trims, the 370Z Coupe offers 2 powertrains. It is a 3.7L V6 engine making 332 horsepower and 270 lb-ft of torque. However, there is a choice between a 6-speed manual transmission and a 7-speed automatic transmission. The 370Z Coupe reaches 60 MPH from zero in 5.4 seconds with the manual transmission, which gets pumped up to 5.1 seconds with the automatic. Depending on the powertrain, the 370Z Coupe can manage a combined fuel economy of 21 mpg. While we're on the topic of choices, the 9 striking colors the 370Z Coupe comes in really pull you towards itself.

Buying Advice

The 2016 Nissan 370Z Coupe is a capable and fun-to-drive coupe in the segment. There are multiple trims on offer and we recommend getting the Sport trim that features some performance upgrades along with a better feature-set over the base trim.

Trims

    Base
    $29,990 onwards
    • AM/FM stereo
    • Automatic Front air conditioning
    • Cloth Seat trim
    Sport
    $33,570 onwards
    • 19-inch silver RAYS forged aluminum Wheels
    Sport Tech
    $37,070 onwards
    • 1St row LCD monitor
    • Navigation system
    • Siriusxm AM/FM/Satellite
    Touring
    $37,970 onwards
    • Driver Lumbar support
    • Intelligent high beams
    • Simulated suede/leather Seat trim
    Touring Sport
    $48,100 onwards
    • Engine: 3.7L 6cyl RWD 7A
    • Horsepower: 332 hp @ 7000 rpm hp
    • Torque: 270 lb.-ft. @ 5200 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 5.2 sec
    • Top Speed: TBD mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 21 mpg

Compare to similar cars

Price

$29,990- $49,400

Engine

Gasoline

Rating

7.82

Horsepower

332 hp @ 7000 rpm

Torque

270 lb.-ft. @ 5200 rpm

Capacity

2

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$42,900- $51,900

Gasoline

7.95

220 hp @ 4500 rpm

258 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm

-

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$42,900- $46,400

Gasoline

8.67

220 hp @ 4500 rpm

258 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm

4

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$41,650- $58,950

Gasoline

8.93

240 hp @ 5000 rpm

255 lb.-ft. @ 1250 rpm

4

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$25,700- $48,300

Gasoline

8.37

275 hp @ 5600 rpm

295 lb.-ft. @ 3000 rpm

4

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$87,895- $118,795

Gasoline

7.12

645 hp @ 6200 rpm

600 lb.-ft. @ 5000 rpm

2

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$26,995- $65,945

Gasoline

8.24

305 hp @ 6350 rpm

268 lb.-ft. @ 4800 rpm

5

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$24,145- $41,895

Gasoline

8.54

300 hp @ 6500 rpm

280 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

4

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$101,770- $111,510

Gasoline

7.34

545 hp @ 6400 rpm

463 lb.-ft. @ 3200 rpm

4

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$52,600- $84,600

Gasoline

8.23

275 hp @ 7400 rpm

214 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm

2

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2016 Nissan 370Z vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    5 sec13.4 sec-
    2.9 sec11.2 sec-
    3.3 sec11.2 sec-
    2016 Audi TTS

    Ranked #3

    4.6 sec13.3 sec155 mph
    4.9 sec13.0 sec-
    2016 Audi TT

    Ranked #6

    5.3 sec14.1 sec130 mph

    2016 Nissan 370Z vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      19 mpg26 mpg21 mpg19 gal.361/494 mi.
      22 mpg35 mpg27 mpg15.8 gal.363.4/553 mi.
      2016 Audi TTS

      Ranked #2

      23 mpg30 mpg26 mpg14.5 gal.- -
      2016 Audi TT

      Ranked #2

      23 mpg30 mpg26 mpg14.5 gal.333.5/435 mi.
      22 mpg30 mpg25 mpg13.2 gal.290.4/396 mi.
      22 mpg30 mpg25 mpg13.2 gal.290.4/396 mi.

      2016 Nissan 370Z vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        167.5 in.72.6 in.51.8 in.5 in.100.4 in.
        197.9 in.75.7 in.57.5 in.5.2 in.116.2 in.
        188.3 in.75.4 in.54.4 in.5 in.107.1 in.
        188.3 in.74.7 in.53.1 in.4 in.110.7 in.
        183.8 in.74.6 in.53.9 in.4 in.109.4 in.
        182.6 in.71.9 in.54.2 in.5.1 in.110.6 in.

        2016 Nissan 370Z vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          6.9 cu.ft.51.6 cu.ft.14.5 cu.ft.
          6.9 cu.ft.76.5 cu.ft.147 cu.ft.
          8.8 cu.ft.79 cu.ft.8.8 cu.ft.
          13.5 cu.ft.84.5 cu.ft.65.5 cu.ft.
          9.1 cu.ft.81.4 cu.ft.7.1 cu.ft.
          2016 Audi TT

          Ranked #5

          12 cu.ft.63 cu.ft.12 cu.ft.

          2016 Nissan 370Z vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            14.5 cu.ft.6.9 cu.ft.14.5 cu.ft.-
            57.5 cu.ft.16.2 cu.ft.57.5 cu.ft.76 ft.
            2016 Audi TT

            Ranked #3

            74.7 cu.ft.12 cu.ft.12 cu.ft.98 ft.
            147 cu.ft.6.9 cu.ft.147 cu.ft.-
            2016 Audi TTS

            Ranked #5

            50.3 cu.ft.-50.3 cu.ft.76 ft.
            100.2 cu.ft.8.8 cu.ft.8.8 cu.ft.-

            2016 Nissan 370Z vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Towing Capacity
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              --3316 lbs.
              1000 lbs.-3834 lbs.
              --3378 lbs.
              --2764 lbs.
              --3526 lbs.
              --2758 lbs.

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