2008 Nissan 350Z Coupe Grand Touring 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 2008 Nissan 350Z Coupe Grand Touring MT is a 306-hp 3.5-liter V6 coupe with a 6-speed close-ratio manual and rear-wheel drive. It starts at $36,740 MSRP and is rated at 20 mpg combined.
It makes 306 horsepower at 6,800 rpm and 268 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 169.8 inches long on a 104.3-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,381 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Coupe |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $36,740 ($55,460 *) |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | VQ35HR 3.5L V6 |
| Displacement | 3.5 L |
| Horsepower | 306 hp @ 6,800 rpm |
| Torque | 268 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 | 25 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 | 12.8 x 1.18 in (vented) |
| Rear Brake Disc | 12.7 x 0.87 in |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 18 x 9.0 in Aluminum |
| Wheels Rear | 19 x 10.0 in Aluminum |
| Tires Front | P245/40WR18 |
| Tires Rear | P265/35WR19 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 169.8 in |
| Width | 71.5 in |
| Height | 52.1 in |
| Wheelbase | 104.3 in |
| Front Track | 60.5 in |
| Rear Track | 60.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 6.8 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,381 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
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | Not rated |
| Frontal – driver | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal – passenger | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | Not rated |
| Rollover | Not rated |
Recalls
1 recall on file with NHTSA for the 2008 Nissan 350Z. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Oct 7, 2008 · AIR BAGS
NISSAN IS RECALLING 204,361 MY 2007-2008 ALTIMA, ALTIMA HYBRID, 350Z, 350Z ROADSTER, MY 2008 ALTIMA COUPE, ROGUE, MY 2009 MURANO, AND INFINITI MY 2007-2008 G35 SEDAN, MY 2008 G37 COUPE AND EX35 PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH CONTINENTAL AUTOMOTIVE SYSTEMS' OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION SYSTEM (OCS) CONTROL UNITS. A VARISTOR IN THE OCS CONTROL UNIT LOCATED IN THE PASSENGER SEAT CUSHION MAY HAVE BEEN MANUFACTURED OUT OF SPECIFICATION. UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, THIS COULD CAUSE AN INTERRUPTION OF SIGNAL BETWEEN THE OCS AND THE AIR BAG CONTROL UNIT (ACU).
Consequence: THIS COULD RESULT IN THE PASSENGER AIR BAG BEING SUPPRESSED WHICH COULD FAIL TO PROVIDE ADEQUATE PROTECTION IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL TEST THE SIGNAL BETWEEN THE OCS AND ACU SYSTEMS USING A SPECIAL TOOL TO CHECK THAT IT IS FUNCTIONING AS DESIGNED. IF NECESSARY, THE SEAT CUSHION (CONTAINING OCS HARDWARE) WILL BE REPLACED WITH A NEW ONE MANUFACTURED TO SPECIFICATION. THE RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 4, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NISSAN AT 1-800-647-7261 OR INFINITI AT 1-800-662-6200.
NHTSA campaign 08V521000
24 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2008 Nissan 350Z
Owner Complaints
24 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2008 Nissan 350Z. See all on nhtsa.gov
| Power Train | 21 |
| Air Bags | 3 |
| Engine | 1 |
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 2008 NISSAN 350Z. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.