2004 Nissan 350Z Coupe Enthusiast MT
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- Photo: 2004 Nissan 350Z 3.5 Front by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2005 Nissan 350Z by Calreyn88, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2005 Nissan 350Z 1 by Calreyn88, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2004 Nissan 350Z 3.5 Rear by Vauxford, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Nissan 350Z Z33 3.5 V6 2004 (2) by Ethan Llamas, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2004 Nissan 350Z Coupe Enthusiast MT is a 287-hp 3.5-liter V6 coupe with a 6-speed close-ratio manual and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $28,450 MSRP and is rated at 20 mpg combined.
It makes 287 horsepower at 6,200 rpm and 274 lb-ft of torque at 4800 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 18 mpg city and 24 mpg highway (20 mpg combined).
The 350Z measures 169.4 inches long on a 104.3-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,197 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Coupe |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $28,450 ($48,948 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | VQ35DE 3.5L V6 |
| Displacement | 3.5 L |
| Horsepower | 287 hp @ 6,200 rpm |
| Torque | 274 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm |
| Injection Type | Sequential Multi-Point Injection (SMPI) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Rear-Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 6-Speed Close-Ratio Manual (w/Overdrive) |
| 1st Gear | 3.79 |
| 2nd Gear | 2.32 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.62 |
| 4th Gear | 1.27 |
| 5th Gear | 1 |
| 6th Gear | 0.79 |
| Reverse | 3.45 |
| Final Drive | 3.54 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 18 MPG |
| Highway | 24 MPG |
| Combined | 20 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium unleaded |
| Tank Capacity | 20 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent w/stabilizer bar |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link w/stabilizer bar |
| Front Stabilizer Bar | Yes |
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | Yes |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 11.65 x 9.5 in (vented) |
| Rear Brake Disc | 11.50 x 0.63 in |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 17 x 7.5 in Aluminum |
| Wheels Rear | 17 x 8.0 in Aluminum |
| Tires Front | P225/50WR17 |
| Tires Rear | P235/50WR17 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 169.4 in |
| Width | 71.5 in |
| Height | 51.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 104.3 in |
| Front Track | 60.4 in |
| Rear Track | 60.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 6.8 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,197 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38.2 in |
| Legroom Front | 42.6 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 53.6 in |
| Hip Room Front | 53.2 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
Tested, but no star ratings were published (2004 Nissan 350Z 2-DR.).
Recalls
3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2004 Nissan 350Z. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Jun 24, 2011 · POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY
ZF SERVICE IS RECALL CERTAIN CLUTCH KIT ASSEMBLIES, PART NUMBER SX: K70358-01, SHIPPED TO WHOLESALERS AS SERVICE PARTS BETWEEN SEPTEMBER 1, 2010, AND MARCH 8, 2011. THESE SERVICE PARTS ARE INTENDED FOR USE ON MODEL YEAR 2003-2006 NISSAN 350Z AND INFINITI G35 VEHICLES. THE SX: K70358-01 CLUTCH KIT CONTAINS AN OVERSIZED CLUTCH DISC.
Consequence: AN OVERSIZED CLUTCH DISC COULD CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO MOVE UNINTENTIONALLY ON THE INITIAL START-UP, IF THE DRIVER DOES NOT FOLLOW THE INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AND FAILS TO USE THE SERVICE BRAKES WHILE THE HAND BRAKE IS NOT APPLIED. UNINTENTIONAL MOVEMENT OF THE VEHICLE COULD RESULT IN A CRASH OR POSSIBLE INJURY TO PERSONS OUTSIDE THE VEHICLE.
Remedy: ZF SERVICE NOTIFY WHOLESALERS TO RETURN ANY AFFECTED CLUTCH KIT ASSEMBLIES STILL IN INVENTORY FOR FREE REPLACEMENT KITS. THIS CONDITION WILL CORRECT ITSELF AFTER THE FIRST START-UP AND USAGE OF THE CLUTCH KIT. HOWEVER, IF AN OWNER IS NOT SATISFIED WITH ITS PERFORMANCE, ZF SERVICES WILL REIMBURSE THE OWNER FOR THE COST OF THE REPLACEMENT CLUTCH KIT AND A REASONABLE AMOUNT FOR ITS INSTALLATION. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 13, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ZF SERVICES AT 1-800-321-0784 EXT. 6748.
NHTSA campaign 11E024000
May 24, 2006 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING
CERTAIN CK MOTORSPORTS COMBINATION HEADLIGHTS, CLEAR CORNER, BUMPER, AND SIDE MARKER LIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy: CK MOTORSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE NONCOMPLIANT LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 1, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CK MOTORSPORT AT 1-909-610-7211.
NHTSA campaign 06E049000
Dec 13, 2005 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
ON CERTAIN PASSENGER AND SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, THE FUEL FILLER HOSE MAY CRACK AND RESULT IN FUEL LEAKAGE FROM THE HOSE WHILE REFUELING.
Consequence: FUEL LEAKAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL FILLER HOSE. RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 27, 2006, FOR NISSAN OWNERS, AND ON MARCH 13, 2006, FOR INFINITI OWNERS. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261 OR INFINITI AT 1-800-662-6200.
NHTSA campaign 05V555000
144 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2004 Nissan 350Z
Owner Complaints
144 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2004 Nissan 350Z (6 mention a crash, 7 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Tires | 37 |
| Suspension | 32 |
| Fuel System | 20 |
| Air Bags | 18 |
| Gasoline | 18 |
| Power Train | 16 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2004 NISSAN 350Z. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.