For Immediate Release
2008 Nissan 350Z Coupe Specifications
Specifications are based on latest product information available at the time of printing
Mechanical
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Touring |
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Name |
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VQ35HR |
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Cam design |
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DOHC |
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Orientation |
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Longitudinal |
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Cylinders / configuration |
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V6 |
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Block / head composition |
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Aluminum/ aluminum |
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Displacement |
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3.5L |
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Horsepower |
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306 @ 6,800 RPM |
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Torque |
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268 @ 4,800 RPM |
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Bore & stroke (mm) |
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95.5 x 81.4 |
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Compression ratio (:1) |
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10.6 |
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Maximum engine speed |
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7,500 rpm |
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Induction system |
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Sequential |
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Valvetrain |
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4 valves per cylinder; CVTCS |
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Engine mounts |
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2 liquid filled; 1 rubber |
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Recommended fuel |
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Premium unleaded |
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Emissions system |
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Closed loop feedback system w/ |
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LEV2 |
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Exhaust |
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Dual (single each side) |
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NIMSO |
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Electrical |
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Ignition system |
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Electronic, Nissan Direct Ignition System (NDIS) |
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Starter |
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1.4KW reduction |
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Alternator |
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110 Amp. |
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Battery |
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Transmission and Drive System |
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Drive configuration |
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Transmission type |
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Gear ratio |
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M/T |
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A/T |
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3rd |
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4th |
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5th |
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Reverse |
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3.446 |
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Final drive ratio |
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3.538 |
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Drive shaft |
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Carbon Fiber Reinforced Plastic (CFRP) |
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Viscous |
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Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) |
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S (GT, Touring 6MT models only) |
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Traction Control System (TCS) |
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S (all models except Base) |
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Brakes |
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Enth |
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Tour |
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NISMO |
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Front |
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Vented disc |
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Brembo! |
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Rear |
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Vented disc |
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12.1 x 0.6 |
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disc |
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Rotor size diameter and thickness (in.) |
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Brake Assist (BA) |
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Brake control |
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Number of channels |
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Number of sensors |
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4 |
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Electronic Brake force Distribution |
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(EBD) |
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Parking brake |
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Steering |
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Overall ratio |
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15.9 |
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Turns |
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2.6 |
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Turning diameter (ft.) |
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35.4 |
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Steering wheel |
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Steering wheel controls - ASCD, audio |
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S (all models except Base) |
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Steering wheel controls |
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Suspension |
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Front |
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Front strut tower bar |
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Stabilizer bar |
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NISMO tuning |
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Rear |
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Independent |
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Integrated strut brace |
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Stabilizer bar |
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NISMO tuning |
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Body / Chassis |
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Type |
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Unibody |
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Materials (primary) |
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Hood |
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Aluminum |
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Rear hatch |
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Steel |
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Chassis weld reinforcements and body |
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S, NISMO model |
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dampers |
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Exterior |
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Wheels & Tires |
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Base |
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Enth |
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Tour |
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NISMO |
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Wheels |
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F: 18x8 inches R: 18x8.5 inches |
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RAYS forged alloy, gunmetal gray |
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F: 18x9 inches R: 19x10 inches |
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RAYS forged alloy |
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F 18x9 inches R: 19x10 inches |
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Bridgestone Potenza RE050A |
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F: 225/45R18, R: 245/45R18 |
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F: 245/40R18, R: 265/35R19 |
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Spare tire |
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Steel wheel with T155/80D17 tire, located in trunk |
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Tire Pressure Monitoring System |
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Lights |
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Enth |
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Tour |
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Headlights |
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Taillights |
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NISMO Body kit |
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Audio/Navi |
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Head unit and speakers |
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160W AM/FM/CD w/ 6 speakers |
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AM/FM/CD, 6 speakers + subwoofer, Mp3 |
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capability, Radio Data System (RDS), |
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Instrumentation |
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Speedometer |
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Coolant temperature |
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Trip computer |
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Oil pressure gauge |
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Voltmeter |
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Indicators |
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Clock |
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Tire Pressure Monitoring System |
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Convenience Features |
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Cruise control (ASCD) |
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Power windows – driver and passenger one- |
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Remote keyless entry system |
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Cupholders – 5 |
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Passenger assist grip |
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Sunvisors w/ vanity mirrors and lamps |
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2 rear upper storage boxes (1 with navi) |
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Lockable |
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Storage Net |
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Inside rear view mirror – |
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HomeLink! Universal Transceiver (UGDO) |
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Card holder |
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Safety and Security
Passenger Restraint Systems |
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Driver and front passenger |
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Active Head Restraints |
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Tether anchorage |
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Power window lockout button |
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Impact Safety |
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Zone Body Construction with front and rear |
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Slide away brake pedal |
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Break away carbon composite drive shaft |
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Hood buckling creases and safety stops |
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Body side reinforcements |
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Shift interlock system |
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Clutch interlock system |
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Security |
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Steering wheel locks when key is removed |
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Vehicle Security System |
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Nisan Vehicle Immobilizer System |
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Dimensions
Exterior (inches) |
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Base |
Enth |
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NISMO |
Wheelbase |
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104.3 |
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Overall length |
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169.8 |
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Overall width |
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71.5 |
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Overall height |
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52.1 |
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Coefficient of drag (Cd) (front) |
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Track width |
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Rear |
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60.6/60.9 |
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Interior (inches) |
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Head room |
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38.2 |
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Leg room |
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42.6 |
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Hip room |
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53.2 |
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Shoulder room |
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53.6 |
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Weights |
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Curb (pounds) |
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3,320 |
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3,327 |
3,376 |
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3,381 |
3,353 |
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3,364 |
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3,398 |
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Weight distribution (%) Front/Rear |
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53/47 |
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GVWR |
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Capacities |
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Fuel tank (gallons) |
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20.0 |
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Engine oil (quarts) |
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5.3 |
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Engine coolant w/ reservoir (quarts) |
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Volume (cubic feet) |
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Passenger compartment |
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50.5 |
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Cargo |
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6.8 |
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Total |
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57.3 |
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EPA Fuel Economy |
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(Actual mileage may vary) |
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City |
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MT/AT |
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18/17 |
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Highway |
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MT/AT |
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Classification |
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Options
Driver & Passenger
S – Standard
O – Optional
P - Package
10/07
Available on Touring and Grand Touring
models
O (standard on NISMO model)