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2005 Nissan 350Z Roadster Enthusiast AT

The 2005 Nissan 350Z Roadster Enthusiast AT is a 287-hp 3.5-liter V6 convertible with a 5-speed automatic and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $35,450 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 25 mpg highway (20 mpg combined).

The 350Z measures 169.4 inches long on a 104.3-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,488 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeConvertible
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$35,450 ($58,993 *)
Engine
Engine TypeVQ35DE 3.5L V6
Displacement3.5 L
Horsepower287 hp @ 6,200 rpm
Torque274 lb-ft @ 4800 rpm
Injection TypeSequential Multi-Point Injection (SMPI)
Drivetrain
Drive TypeRear-Wheel Drive
Transmission
Transmission5-Speed Automatic (w/Overdrive)
1st Gear3.54
2nd Gear2.26
3rd Gear1.47
4th Gear1
5th Gear0.83
Reverse2.37
Final Drive3.36
Fuel Economy
City18 MPG
Highway25 MPG
Combined20 MPG
Recommended FuelPremium unleaded
Tank Capacity20 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent w/stabilizer bar
Rear SuspensionMulti-Link w/stabilizer bar
Front Stabilizer BarYes
Rear Stabilizer BarYes
Brakes
Front Brake Disc11.65 x 9.5 in (vented)
Rear Brake Disc11.50 x 0.63 in
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front17 x 7.5 in Aluminum
Wheels Rear17 x 8.0 in Aluminum
Tires FrontP225/50WR17
Tires RearP235/50WR17
Dimensions & Weight
Length169.4 in
Width71.5 in
Height52.3 in
Wheelbase104.3 in
Front Track60.4 in
Rear Track60.6 in
Cargo Volume4.1 ft³
Curb Weight3,488 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front39.2 in
Legroom Front42.6 in
Shoulder Room Front53.6 in
Hip Room Front53.2 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Tested, but no star ratings were published (2005 Nissan 350Z 2-DR.).

Recalls

2 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2005 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

83 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2005 Nissan 350Z

Owner Complaints

83 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2005 Nissan 350Z (9 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 3 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Air Bags32
Engine And Engine Cooling16
Power Train9
Electrical System5
Wheels5
Exterior Lighting4
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Nov 9, 2020 · Air Bags
“2005 NISSAN 350Z PASSENGER AIR BAG WARNING LIGHT FLASHING,DEALER PREFORMED DIAGNOSTIC TEST AND RESET.WARNING LIGHT RETURNS AFTER 25 MILES.RETURNED TO DEALERSHIP ESTIMATED COST OF $350.00 TO REPAIR…”
Feb 9, 2020 · Electrical System, Engine
“WHILE DRIVING AT AROUND 40MPH, MY 2005 NISSAN 350Z (41XXX MILES) SHUT DOWN COMPLETELY. NO POWER, BRAKES, STEERING, ANYTHING. I GLIDED TO A STOP AND PULLED OVER AS BEST AS I COULD. EVERY INDICATOR…”
Apr 22, 2019 · Exterior Lighting, Air Bags
“AT 45,000 MILES THE AIR BAG LIGHT CAME ON. DEALERS WANTS AN ARM, A LEG, AND HALF OF THE OTHER LEG TO FIX. THIS IS A COMMON PROBLEM AND THERE IS NOT A RECALL YET. DEALER SAYS THEY CAN START REPLACING…”
Nov 11, 2018 · Air Bags
“AIR BAG LIGHTS HAVE BEEN FLASHING FOR 3 YEARS WHETHER PARKED OR IN MOTION, DEALERSHIP SAYS $1500 TO DIAGNOSE BUT BELIEVES BAGS ARE NOT FUNCTIONING AND ADVISES TO "DRIVE SAFELY" IF I DECIDE NOT TO…”
Oct 8, 2018 · Power Train
“CLUTCH STICKING TO FLOOR HAVE TO PLACE FOOT UNDER CLUTCH TO POP BACK IN PLACE SO I CAN CONTINUE TO USE CLUTCH. ALSO, SLIP LIGHT COMES ON SINCE NISSAN OF BOWIE, MD ROTATED MY TIRES, IN THE 13 YRS I…”

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 2005 NISSAN 350Z. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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