For Immediate Release
2009 Nissan 350Z Roadster Specifications
Specifications are based on latest product information available at the time of printing
Mechanical
Engine
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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 CVTCS |
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Block / head composition |
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Aluminum/Aluminum |
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Displacement (liters) |
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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 |
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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 cover |
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Standard |
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Engine mounts (3 mounts per vehicle) |
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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catalyst |
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Emission certification level |
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LEV2 |
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Exhaust |
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Dual (single each side) |
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Electrical |
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Ignition system |
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Electronic, Nissan Direct Ignition System |
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(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 |
80D23L |
12 Volt |
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Transmission and Drive System |
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Enthusiast |
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Touring |
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Grand |
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Touring |
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Drive configuration |
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Transmission |
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S |
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O |
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Gear ratio |
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M/T |
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A/T |
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1st |
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3.794 |
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3.842 |
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2nd |
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2.324 |
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2.353 |
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3rd |
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1.624 |
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1.529 |
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4th |
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1.271 |
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1.000 |
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5th |
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1.000 |
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0.839 |
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6th |
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0.794 |
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Reverse |
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3.446 |
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2.764 |
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Final drive ratio |
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3.538 |
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3.357 |
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Driveshaft |
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Carbon Fiber Reinforced Plastic (CFRP) |
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Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) |
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S |
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Viscous |
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S |
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Traction Control System (TCS) |
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S |
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Brakes |
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Enthusiast |
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Touring |
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GT |
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Front |
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Vented disc |
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Brembo! |
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12.6 x 1.1 |
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vented disc |
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Rotor size diameter and thickness (in.) |
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12.8 x 1.2 |
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Rear |
Type |
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Vented disc |
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Brembo! |
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12.1 x 0.6 |
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vented disc |
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Rotor size diameter and thickness (in.) |
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12.7 x 0.9 |
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Brake Assist (BA) |
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S |
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Brake control |
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S |
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Number of wheels |
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4 |
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Number of channels |
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4 |
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Number of sensors |
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4 |
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Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD) |
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S |
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Parking brake |
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Steering |
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Type |
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Vehicle |
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pinion |
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Overall ratio |
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15.9 |
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Turns (lock to lock) |
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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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switches, air bag, manual tilt |
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Suspension |
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Front |
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Independent |
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Front strut tower bar |
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Stabilizer bar |
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Rear |
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Independent |
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Stabilizer bar |
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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 (trunk) |
Plastic |
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Exterior |
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Wheels & Tires |
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Wheels |
F: 18x8 inches, R: 18x8.5 |
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inches |
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Tires |
F: 225/45R18, R: 245/45R18 |
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Bridgestone Potenza RE050A |
S |
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Speed rating |
W |
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Spare tire |
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Aluminum wheel with T155/80D17 tire, |
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located in trunk |
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Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) |
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Lights |
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Headlights |
High Intensity |
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Discharge (HID) |
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Taillights |
LED |
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Convertible Top |
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Power Operated Soft Top with glass rear |
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window and defroster |
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Lightweight power tonneau cover |
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Interior
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Seating |
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Enthusiast |
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Touring |
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Grand |
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Touring |
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Capacity |
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2 passengers |
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Type |
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Bucket |
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Sport seat cloth |
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S |
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Perforated |
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Heated seats |
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Driver seat |
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S |
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Passenger seat |
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S |
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Passenger seat |
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S |
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access to |
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Seat back pocket (passenger seat) |
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S |
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Audio/Navi |
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Enthusiast |
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Touring |
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Grand |
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Touring |
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Head unit and speakers |
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S |
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240W Bose® audio with 6CD |
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AM/FM/CD, 6 speakers + subwoofer |
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MP3 CD capability |
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S |
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Radio Data System (RDS) |
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S |
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DVD navigation system |
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S |
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illumination |
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Instrumentation |
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Meters/gauges |
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Speedometer |
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S |
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Tachometer |
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S |
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Coolant temperature |
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S |
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Fuel level |
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S |
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LCD dual trip odometer |
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S |
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Trip computer |
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S |
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Oil pressure gauge |
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S |
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Voltmeter |
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S |
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Indicators |
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Clock |
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S |
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Tire Pressure Monitoring System |
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S |
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M/T shift up timing indicator (light) |
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When equipped with 6 MT |
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A/T indicator |
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When equipped with 5 AT |
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Cruise control |
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S |
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Overdrive off |
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When equipped with 5 AT |
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TCS off |
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S |
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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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touch up/down |
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Power door locks |
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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 glove box behind passenger seat |
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Inside rear view mirror – |
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HomeLink! Universal Transceiver (UGDO) |
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Passenger Storage Net |
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Card holder |
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Safety and Security
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Passenger Restraint System |
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Nissan Advanced Air Bag System (AABS) |
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with seat belt and occupant classification |
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sensors |
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Front |
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supplemental air bags |
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Outboard seat belts, front |
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driver) |
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Seatbelts with pretensioners and load |
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limiters |
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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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crushable zones |
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Slide away brake pedal |
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Breakaway carbon composite driveshaft |
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Hood buckling creases and safety stops |
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Body side reinforcements |
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Shift interlock system |
AT |
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Clutch interlock system |
MT |
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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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Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System |
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Dimensions
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Exterior (inches) |
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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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52.5 |
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Track width |
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60.5 |
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Rear |
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60.6 |
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Coefficient of drag (Cd) |
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0.34 |
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Interior (inches) |
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Head room |
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39.2 |
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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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Enthusiast |
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Touring |
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Grand |
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Touring |
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Curb (pounds) |
MT |
3,575 |
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3,595 |
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3,596 |
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AT |
3,596 |
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3,615 |
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3,616 |
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Weight distribution (%) Front/rear |
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53/47 |
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GVWR |
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4,133 |
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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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9.0 |
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Volume (cubic feet) |
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Passenger compartment |
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51.8 |
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Cargo |
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4.1 |
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Total |
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55.9 |
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EPA Fuel Economy |
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City |
MT/AT |
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17/17 |
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Highway |
MT/AT |
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24/23 |
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Classification |
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Options |
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Enthusiast |
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Touring |
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Grand |
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Touring |
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Grey Convertible Top |
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S – Standard
O – Option
P – Package
9/08