2010 Nissan 370Z Review
2010 Nissan 370Z Review





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Pros
- Powerful V6, excellent handling and braking, nifty rev-matching manual transmission, compliant highway ride, high-quality interior, relatively low price.
Cons
- V6 sounds coarse at high rpm, elevated road noise, big rear blind spots.
What’s new
A roadster body style debuts for the 2010 Nissan 370Z. Built on the newest-generation platform, it replaces last year's 350Z roadster. Other 370Z changes include standard heated side mirrors and an upgraded navigation system that includes streaming Bluetooth audio capability. The performance-tuned Nismo trim level is also relatively new; it debuted late in the 2009 model year. Finally, a 40th Anniversary Edition Z package with unique exterior paint and badging is a midyear addition.
Edmunds says
Affordable high-performance sports cars don't get any better than the 2010 Nissan 370Z.
Cost to DriveCost to drive estimates for the 2010 Nissan 370Z Touring 2dr Coupe (3.7L 6cyl 7A) and comparison vehicles are based on 15,000 miles per year (with a mix of 55% city and 45% highway driving) and energy estimates of $4.07 per gallon for premium unleaded in Virginia.
Monthly estimates based on costs in Virginia
$230/mo
370Z Touring
vs
$179/mo
Avg. Compact Car
Vehicle overview
If you were to dream up the ideal attributes for a sports car, they'd probably end up a lot like those of the 2010 Nissan 370Z. With the Z, you've got a proper two-seater with rear-wheel drive, 300-plus horsepower, seductive styling, petite dimensions, big wheels and a curb weight under 3,300 pounds. It's seductively priced, too, starting right around $30,000. Of course, like many transitions from dream to reality, the real-world Z isn't perfect. But this latest incarnation of Nissan's iconic sports car is indeed something to lust after.
The redesigned 370Z coupe was introduced just last year, wowing us with performance numbers that are on par with much more expensive vehicles. As a 2010 encore, Nissan is bringing out the 370Z roadster. Equipped with a conventional soft top, the Z roadster is impressively similar in character to the coupe. It comes with the same drivetrain, a high-revving 3.7-liter V6 that's paired to either a six-speed manual transmission or a seven-speed automatic. The roadster's curb weight is only about 200 more pounds than the coupe's, and its suspension tuning is very similar. As such, the roadster mostly retains the coupe's quick reflexes and powerful acceleration.
Yet just when you think that the 370Z has given you a permanent pass to sports-car nirvana, a couple of character flaws surface. The V6 lacks aural flair and, more important, has a high-rpm coarseness that substantially dulls the enjoyment a driver would normally get from a spirited run. The Z is also noisy, particularly the coupe with the bigger tires and wheels. These might seem like spurious complaints -- aren't all sports cars noisy? -- but a performance car deserves an invigorating engine note, and excessive tire roar makes long freeway trips laborious.
These two flaws are unfortunate, as the rest of the 370Z package is stellar. Overall, Nissan deserves a salute for keeping the Z torch burning brightly. Even so, the door has been left open to other possibilities, including the more refined BMW 1 Series, the capable Hyundai Genesis coupe, the related (and considerably more polished) Infiniti G37, the inexpensive Mazda Miata and America's triumvirate of reborn pony/muscle cars. But if your dreams are about an affordable high-performance sports car, getting a 370Z is the best way to make them come true.
Performance & mpg
Regular Nissan 370Zs are powered by a 3.7-liter V6 good for 332 hp and 270 pound-feet of torque. A six-speed manual transmission is standard. When equipped with the Sport package, a manual 370Z also comes with the SynchroRev Match feature, which automatically matches engine rpm to wheel speed during downshifts to make clutch re-engagements super-smooth. A seven-speed automatic transmission is optional and includes steering-column shift paddles and rev-matched downshifts of its own.
The 370Z Nismo has a tuned version of the same engine that develops 350 hp and 276 lb-ft of torque. The six-speed manual with SynchroRev Match is the only transmission offered.
In performance testing, a 370Z coupe with the Sport package went from zero to 60 mph in an impressively quick 5.1 seconds; a roadster we tested did it in 5.5 seconds. EPA estimated fuel economy for the coupe checks in at 18 mpg city/26 mpg highway and 21 mpg combined with either transmission. Roadsters have an 18/25/21 mpg estimate with the automatic and 18/25/20 with the manual.
Safety
Standard safety equipment for the 2010 Nissan 370Z includes antilock brakes with brake assist, traction and stability control, front-seat side impact airbags, side curtain airbags (roof-mounted in the coupe and door-mounted in the roadster) and active head restraints. In Edmunds brake testing, a coupe with the Sport package's upgraded brakes stopped from 60 mph in a super-short 101 feet -- about the same as the outlandish Nissan GT-R supercar. A roadster with the Sport package took only 5 more feet to stop.
Driving
On the road, the 2010 Nissan 370Z provides unrelenting grip and razor-sharp control, yet it's also easy to drive; indeed, it generally makes you feel like a better driver than you are. The ride quality is European-like in its ability to be supple without mucking up the handling. However, the Sport package's 19-inch wheel-and-tire combo can get awfully noisy, especially on concrete highway slabs. Thankfully, the roadster fares a bit better in this regard than the hatchback coupe due to its enclosed trunk. The 370Z Nismo's ride quality is substantially stiffer, but the car's super-flat cornering attitude and tenacious grip make it a track-day star.
In any Z, the big V6 provides formidable thrust when you're hard on the throttle, yet it's also impressively tractable around town. Either transmission is a respectable choice. The manual shifter doesn't like to be rushed, but its hefty feel suits the overall solidity of the car. The automatic does a wonderful job of keeping the V6 on boil, and it provides quick blip-throttle downshifts in all modes. Disappointingly, though, the 370Z's V6 never sounds particularly special (even from the exhaust) and generates extraordinary vibration and harshness at high rpm.
Interior
The 370Z's cabin is notable for its unusually high-quality materials and solid construction. Touring models look even more high-class thanks to their leather upholstery and upgraded faux suede door inserts. The fully automatic top for this year's new roadster is lined and drops down beneath a body-color tonneau cover in about 20 seconds. Curiously, the Z doesn't have a telescoping steering wheel, but most drivers will find the driving position comfortable and sporty.
Neither version is going to haul around much stuff, though the equivalent of two or three duffel bags won't be a problem and the large structural brace that bisected the trunk in the old 350Z has thankfully been relocated. The coupe has 6.9 cubic feet of luggage space beneath its hatchback; the roadster's conventional trunk has 4.2. Rear visibility is a problem, as the thick rear roof pillars create large blind spots.
2010 Nissan 370Z models
The 2010 Nissan 370Z is offered as a two-seat coupe or a convertible soft-top roadster. The coupe is offered in base, Touring and Nismo trim levels, while the roadster comes in base and Touring only. Standard features for the base 370Z coupe include 18-inch alloy wheels, xenon headlights, heated side mirrors, cruise control, keyless ignition and entry, automatic climate control, an auto-dimming rearview mirror, a tilt steering wheel, an eight-way manual driver seat and a four-speaker stereo with a CD player and an auxiliary audio jack.
The 370Z Touring coupe adds leather and faux suede upholstery, power seat adjustments, heated seats, a rear cargo cover, Bluetooth and an upgraded Bose stereo with six speakers, two subwoofers, an in-dash six-CD/MP3 changer and satellite radio. The track-focused 370Z Nismo comes with special 19-inch wheels, high-performance tires, a limited-slip rear differential, stiffer suspension tuning, a more powerfully tuned V6, upgraded brakes, unique front and rear fascias, a larger rear wing and special Nismo interior trim details.
The 370Z roadster comes standard with a power-operated soft top but is otherwise equipped similarly to the coupe, though the Touring roadster also has heated and ventilated seats. Optional on both 370Z models is a Sport package that adds 19-inch wheels, a limited-slip rear differential, upgraded brakes, front and rear spoilers, and the SynchroRev Match feature for manual-equipped cars. Optional on the Touring is a Navigation package that includes a hard-drive-based navigation system, real-time traffic and weather updates, Zagat restaurant reviews, voice recognition, digital music storage (9.3GB), Bluetooth audio streaming and an iPod interface.
The 40th Anniversary package (late availability) includes a unique two-tone interior with red trim, 40th Anniversary seatback embroidery and exterior badging, a car cover, gray-finished wheels, red-painted brake calipers and an exclusive gray exterior paint color. It will be offered only on the 370Z Touring manual transmission model with the Sport package.
Consumer reviews
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Most helpful consumer reviews
5 out of 5 stars
The early Z spirit lives on in the 370z.
Cornelius,11/13/2017
2010 Nissan 370Z Touring 2dr Coupe (3.7L 6cyl 7A)
Typical sports car issues such as some road noise (but not unbearable).Blind spots,small cargo area.Handles great,sexy looks,excellent performance,very reliable.
5 out of 5 stars
Performance, Style and Value
GAF,02/05/2010
2010 Nissan 370Z Touring 2dr Convertible (3.7L 6cyl 6M)
The 370Z roadster has an incredible combination of performance style and value. A great road car, the roadster (convertible) version of the 370Z w/o the sport package is relatively smooth and much quieter than the coupe. The standard 18 inch wheels are also quieter than the 19" rays. The car handles securely and the interior room is large for a 2 seater. The driving position is as … comfortable as most sedans.
5 out of 5 stars
So much fun
mon247,02/10/2010
2010 Nissan 370Z 2dr Coupe (3.7L 6cyl 6M)
This is my second Z, my first one was a 350z Roadster. Let me say that the improvements in the 370z are amazing and is even more fun to drive.
4.63 out of 5 stars
Luv my Z
djtime,04/03/2010
2010 Nissan 370Z Touring 2dr Convertible (3.7L 6cyl 7A)
I love the Z roadster. Fun to drive, A real head turner. I added a cold air intake and acceleration and fuel mileage have improved but the engine/exhaust sound are still only so-so. I'd recommend this car to anyone who enjoys driving.
2010 Nissan 370Z Coupe Features & Specs
- Base MSRP
- $30,410
- MPG & Fuel
- 18 City / 26 Hwy / 21 Combined
- Fuel Tank Capacity: 19.0 gal. capacity
- Seating
- 2 seats
- Drivetrain
- Type: rear wheel drive
- Transmission: 6-speed manual
- Engine
- V6 cylinder
- Horsepower: 332 hp @ 7,000 rpm
- Torque: 270 lb-ft @ 5,200 rpm
- Basic Warranty
- 3 yr./ 36,000 mi.
- Dimensions
- Length: 167.2 in. / Height: 51.8 in.
- Overall Width without Mirrors: 72.6 in.
- Curb Weight: 3,232 lbs.
- Cargo Capacity, All Seats In Place: 6.9 cu.ft.
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Oddly enough, it wasn't while we were cruising up Pacific Coast Highway in the 2010 Nissan 370Z Touring Roadster -- top down, warm wind slapping our hair around -- that we realized the convertible version of Nissan's sports car might be the way to go. Like the 370Z coupe, the roadster has no problem kicking in its fast-twitch muscles when its jockey has the urge to attack some asphalt. And yet it's when you're not putting the crop to this Z's ample hindquarters that you realize why it'd be a better choice as a daily driver.
This theoretical decision was made during the less glamorous drive back to L.A. on the freeway, where we discovered the roadster's quieter strength. Our biggest gripe with the 370Z coupe concerns the amount of road noise that invades the cockpit at higher speeds. The roadster (with the top up, of course) isn't as aurally annoying on long trips. It's quieter, not by a lot but by enough to give the roadster the edge over the coupe.
And the 2010 Nissan 370Z Roadster also has an edge over most rivals. It certainly has the holy trinity required of a proper sports car -- it's fast, it handles and it looks the part of an automotive thoroughbred. The latest Z car is also nicely trimmed (the cockpit is much improved over the overly plastic 350Z) and offers a lot of performance for the price.
Other choices in this segment include the speedy but unsophisticated Ford Mustang GT convertible, the more polished but pricier Porsche Boxster and the more elemental but less comfortable Honda S2000. There's also the well-rounded BMW 135i convertible, though for many sports car enthusiasts the Bimmer is too upright and blocky to be considered alongside these sleek roadsters. Those looking for a pure sports car would be hard-pressed to find a greater all-around value than that offered by the 370Z roadster.
Used 2010 Nissan 370Z Overview
The Used 2010 Nissan 370Z is offered in the following submodels: 370Z Coupe, 370Z Convertible, 370Z NISMO. Available styles include Touring 2dr Coupe (3.7L 6cyl 7A), 2dr Coupe (3.7L 6cyl 6M), Touring 2dr Convertible (3.7L 6cyl 7A), Touring 2dr Coupe (3.7L 6cyl 6M), 2dr Coupe (3.7L 6cyl 7A), 2dr Convertible (3.7L 6cyl 7A), Touring 2dr Convertible (3.7L 6cyl 6M), 2dr Convertible (3.7L 6cyl 6M), and NISMO 2dr Coupe (3.7L 6cyl 6M). Pre-owned Nissan 370Z models are available with a 3.7 L-liter gas engine, with output up to 332 hp, depending on engine type. The Used 2010 Nissan 370Z comes with rear wheel drive. Available transmissions include: 7-speed shiftable automatic, 6-speed manual.
What's a good price on a Used 2010 Nissan 370Z?
Price comparisons for Used 2010 Nissan 370Z trim styles:
- The Used 2010 Nissan 370Z Touring is priced between $13,000 and$28,590 with odometer readings between 5880 and112887 miles.
- The Used 2010 Nissan 370Z Base is priced between $15,995 and$27,990 with odometer readings between 15665 and96955 miles.
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