(Posted on Oct 19, 2018 at 11:00PM by Darby Riales)
With its futuristic body style and sleek lines, it’s easy to assume that the 2018 Nissan 370Z Touring is an all-new model. However, it’s actually the result of over 50 years of automobile evolution.
First imported to the United States in 1961, the Datsun Fairlady 1200 Roadster was the sporty coupe that started it all. Over the next seven years, things began to change. By 1971, the Japanese car company had renamed this beauty the 240Z and equipped it with a bigger 2.4L 6-cylinder motor that pumped out a 156 hp. Convenience features like radio, carpeted floors, and A/C were also added.
It took another 32 years for this zippy ride to transform into the Nissan 350Z. With the same mechanisms under the hood, this wasn’t enough to please consumers. That’s when the 370Z was born in 2010. This new member of the speedster family was praised for its aggression on the road, but they didn’t stop there.
The new 2018 Nissan 370Z is like nothing you’ve seen before. Its massive 3.7-liter V6 engine produces an astounding 332 horsepower and 270 pound-feet of torque. The Touring trim level showcases leather and simulated suede upholstery with an advanced infotainment and navigation system.Â
Contact Kirkland Nissan to schedule a test drive in a 2018 370Z today!