Car Tech - 2013 Nissan 370Z Touring

[@tshirt87]

"More violent response to the throttle" I test drove this car, turned off traction control and almost soiled my pants. Trust me, this car has all the power one could want and looks even better in person :)

[@NiiCo415]

Love this car. The Z is the best sports car out there for under 50k. The handling on this car is INSANE!

[@NS416]

this car is now under 30k!

[@Unicorn1231997]

Brownie 20k now

[@karlsmith4160]

NiiCO they Are Very fast i was playing with one at work one day and i was surprised at how quick it moves

[@ashton6478]

Actually g37 handles better but the z is definitely a close second

[@Nate7700]

@@ashton6478 lmao no it doesnt! You're delusional

[@VDubUploads]

Part of the reason I love my Z is that they are not all over the road like other cars (Stang, camaro, Imprezza) not taking anything away from those cars by the way. My only gripe with the 2013 is the leds, makes it look like a 350

[@atticus6572]

Although most consider it the weakest point of the car, I like how oldschool it is. I like the rough around the edges.

[@reynaldomartinez4291]

Ditto!!

[@videomaniac108]

Maybe I'm just strange but I don't want all of that distracting Nav/Touring stuff in the cockpit. I like it to be simple, direct, responsive - form following function.

[@rmp5s]

+Jim Nesta That's exactly how my 370 is. Every option but nav...that's what my phone's for! lol

[@I-Is-Aymen]

God I freakin love this car

[@MrAbdulENG]

I love these reviews. So much info in a short time. Good Job CNET

[@mattorrz759]

When? 2022 😂 the 400z is a weapon. Ps love this review mate. Just bout this 2014 model and love it. It also has a nismo kit on it. A beautiful care. Best review I’ve seen, thanks heaps 🇳🇿🤙🥃🥃

[@joescott1577]

I'm a huge fan of the 370Z - it's one of the best sports cars out there today (that's reasonably priced) in my opinion. There are a lot of great videos on ViewMyWheels as well. As always, great job Cooley.

[@leonoff89]

beautiful car still looks relevant even today even though nissan hasn't updated like for updated the mustang i'd still take one over a mustang

[@carlosandleon]

I'm from the future and they still haven't updated it

[@Jayfmm]

Your camera quality is the best i ever seen in my life

[@michaelhoule7945]

And it’s 11 years old

[@jaysmith6013]

I'm personally loving the S-mode.... i've driven a manual for about 2 years now, but i still haven't really gotten the hang of heel-toe rev match downshift. when i drove my buddy's 370z and used the "training wheels" as Brian so endearingly referred to the S-mode, i fell in love at the first downshift! this is a perfect option... for someone like me who can't downshift properly, and if you're a purist who doesn't want/need it you can simply disengage S-mode. win/win!

[@TheInfiniteNine]

Jermain Jones add a proper exhaust to it. Adds even more to the fun. You'll be downshifting all day lol.

[@lynnbarberi4509]

Just ordered mine in midnight blue; can't wait to get it!

[@LudeMasta99]

Bought my '14 6MT in March, loving every minute of driving (except in bumper to bumper traffic) ;)

[@TheBikemaster94]

yeah broghe I got Konis on the cibic but atl traffic is killin it

[@alpine996t]

I'll be driving home a Base + Sport in this color next week! Can't wait for it!

[@_multiverse_]

"When will Nissan revise this powertrain?" Nissan- in about 10 years.

[@ed22-g5j]

Only 77k total produced in U.S.. the least produced model within the z generations!

[@XxBillyGoatNinjaxX]

I saw one of these in white driving the opposite direction. They are so badass!

[@blkstation666]

he forgot to mention that his car has the sports package... the most important package.

[@Kinglew23]

I really like this dude honest opinions keep em coming

[@dunhillsupramk3]

its a sport car remember its light and handles very good while on Prius tires

[@grady876876]

I agree with gmerchant. My phone has a better gps, though I did go for the Bose. I love the way this car handles the curves.

[@akashminhas]

That really depends man, a 4 cyl turbo can actually put down the same numbers as the same v6

[@jkash255]

they let the engine and transmission communicate to the driver. also it makes the driver feel one with the car, and way more fun. automatics are fine if your are new to cars and just want a fun car to drive

[@takeiteazyd]

That's what I have and don't regret it. Put an aftermarket double-din backup camera stereo in there, though, and you'll have less anxiety in the parking lot.

[@marksuave25]

It is 2020 and Nissan is just NOW going to come put with a new Z car...insane 12 years with essentially the same car. That is unheard of today.

[@John_watches-cars]

0-60 in 5.2? Must of been a weak run. Most test done with sport package have it at 4.7! Sick car!

[@jonathanj928]

I have drove both the auto and the manual. I picked the auto. The auto in stick mode is better the the manual any day. All the feel and fun of a stick and its an automatic in traffic. The auto is smooth and very responsive. It will also rev out the motor when you drive it hard, just as if you are driving a manual or in manual mode. This is one of the est auto transmissions ever.

[@samb8996]

Very enthusiastic review

[@shiinkun]

"This guy" evaluates the technology in cars, hence why the show is called "Car Tech".

[@gophop]

Running lights is a great addition. The reviewer is spot on - it is the last visceral sports car on the market. Nothing feels as engaging and lively in comparison. Maybe the Boxster but I haven't driven the latest model. Lame electronics, nannies, cup holders, and automatic-everything devices have plagued automotive industry that is catering to the yuppie generation. Sad times. Nissan gets my respect - you can't beat the exhaust note of N/A V6. P.S. Love my 350Z :D

[@NDil97]

Love his reviews

[@redcat362]

I just got a 350z, and I'm getting ready to load up on a nav/bluetooth/backup camera Kenwood system. The 370 is very nice but the 350 is almost the same car. The electronics is the only thing that needs updating.

[@Japplesnap]

Actually, a turbo 4 would also give the car more low-end torque as well. Just look at the incredible torque curves of the 2.0T engines in a new Audi or BMW. They make max torque just off idle and hold that maximum past 4000 rpm. That's excellent and just what a car like this needs.

[@lewislennon]

370z is just hot!that's a pretty cool street car out there

[@gmerchant11]

Sweet ride, but I think it's funny how much value they put on the Touring and navigation packages. They're okay, but NOT for the additional coin. A car like the Z is best enjoyed in base trim and with a manual transmission. Once you hit that 40k mark, there are just so many others out there to consider. At 33k, it's a value and that's important.

[@WhatThePresidentSays]

The show is Called "CAR TECH" their primary focus on reviewing cars is the technology.

[@unverbraucht11]

wait, two subs? are they both crammed into the plastic casing in the back?

[@Acc0rd79]

I own this exact car but in Red, there is no WAY I want it with less power! And you are so damn right about toyota/honda etc, they killed their line of fun cars which made me even want to buy a Z when I was ready. Good review except the smaller engine part, bleh.

[@ftnrbhmwk]

they will never put direct injection or turbo in that jewel of an engine... That engine is bullet proof.. If it aint broke, don't fix it..

[@kernoleary1394]

he didnt say turbo that engine he said a smaller (different) engine with direct injection and turbos. its gotta stay a 6 cylinder though

[@Maineposted]

he actually said smaller displacement Kern O'Leary

[@Gangstabob716]

I agree....but im not sure if it would stress the engine a bit too much tho

[@adamY2K]

Nissan have held through with amazing sports cars in the toughest times. I do hope that toyota's re entry with the superb GT 86/BRZ/FR-S makes makers like honda re introduce a successor to s2000/Prelude/Integra and maybe even manufacturers like mitsubishi who made the fto/3000gt.

[@eltingville81]

What car at $31,000 (new and stock) comes at you with violent power delivery? There isn't any! It's a $30,000 car for god sake!

[@TorqueRules1]

Mustang 5.0

[@ts.exotics4583]

@@TorqueRules1 but it can't corner has good

[@CharlieT98]

from what this guys saying, I don't think this guy will be the 370z kind of guy, but looking at the amount of people who agree with him, I think that the best thing for these people is for nissan to produce a "basic" GTR. 4 cylinder turbo with about 300 ish hp and with all the fancy gadgets taken off

[@izzyiz810]

yeah , you do need to own a Z and you need to drive both cars with reasonable seat time. I'm not confusing DCT. I don't own a GT-R. I have a Jatco/Nissan produced 7at model JR710E, is currently the most advanced slushbox on the market. DCt has some advantages over the 7AT on track, but, This Jatco has changed the game and you really don't know based on your comments. I like manuals, ALOT, but in the case of the 370z. Respect goes where it's do.

[@proclivity11]

Not slamming stick but the Auto 7 speed is slightly faster. Use the paddle shifters if you want precise control.

[@MagicAyrtonforever]

This is very true, I agree totally.. it's kind of a natural progression when you become middle aged like me I guess! I have owned Nissans for years and enjoyed them all at the time. Cheers.

[@Bulgdoom]

One thing he was wrong about was the input, the clutch is extremely light and the shifter goes in almost too easy

[@VerisimilitudeDude]

I too own a 370Z but without navigation. I also think it needs more power but what I'm going to do eventually is get a twin turbo system. The first things I'm going to do is get an AEM intake, Osiris tune and an ARK exhaust. That should be good for around 370+ hp. It already is a monster, but we power freaks always want more hehe. =)

[@erayne82]

Downside is cost. The VQ engine is an existing platform that they use on multiple models. To go to a turbo 4 cylinder platform, they would have to redesign an existing 4 cylinder engine, engineer a new one, or contract out for another. From a cost and performance standpoint, that would essentially turn it into an Audi TT knock off. The z-cars are like Japan's coveted muscle car. If you start screwing with it, then you'll get a backlash from enthusiasts that genuinely love this car.

[@srdeath117]

You can always mod this nissan, you know that right? Twin turbo/ exhaust and blowout valve.

[@oheightSI]

i went from a 4 cyl turbo to my 370 and i dont miss the turbo lag at all lol you guys gotta understand that with a 4 cylinder, companies have to meet emission standards.. all those things they do to meet emissions kills your performance. the 370z has plenty of power waiting for you just to hit the pedal.. you don't have to rev high to spool and make power or lose boost between shifts. if you really wanna be a boss than add 8-10 lbs of boost to the vq37.. youll shit your pants

[@nightrider2k6]

love this car, but would it make a good daily driver?

[@emantabrizi]

No, YOU don't seem to get the point. You made an argument regarding 4-cylinder turbos...and then, you disproved your own argument. I don't have to say anything. You're doing all the work for me.

[@rousseau327]

That's exactly the point. If the Australians were getting car prices that high with minimum wages like that of an area with a lower cost of living, then yes, their automotive life is hard. But because their cost of living is high, their minimum wage is high, so the high price of the cars aren't as hard to deal with as it may seem.

[@emantabrizi]

The only downside to a 4-cylinder turbo would be the loss of the VQ's magnificent exhaust note. Other than that, you get a lower curb weight, better weight distribution, and just as much (if not more) horsepower.

[@TheArfdog]

This guy is hilarious. Also to the point, which is sorely lacking in other so-called car mag reviews.

[@katanamast279]

I agree. To be honest though I rarely see Subaru's especially Imprezas. I see alot of mustangs, camaros, challengers, etc.

[@R8Prototype]

those new wheels are really nice

[@trickydown6969]

@akash minhas Name one 4 banger turbo car that is even in the same category as a z.

[@jabba12000]

You should have gotten the base model if you wanted to be lighter/faster. You spend more and get all the goodies but it weighs you down more.

[@pintopez1234]

You also forgot to mention that the touring includes VLSD (Viscous Limited Slip Differential) which the base does not. That's the only reason why i'm going touring rather than base.

[@pintopez1234]

Joseph Vaiana I'm actually going towards a 1994 MK4 TT Supra haha. I'm looking for something more of a project car now rather than a daily. But it all comes down to what you like to do if it's drag racing, autocross, or just daily driving. I'm not a fan of how heavy the Camaro is and even though it has more than enough power it's just not for me, i'm not a huge fan of V8's, moreover a fan of small imports with big power. =)

[@ChorltonM21]

Yeah this is a proper sports car. Not a tuned up sedan dad car that you can put your golf clubs in.

[@851995STARGATE]

Yea dude, car companies do that now a days on small sports coupes, in a plastic casing between the spare tire and another one somewhere else

[@3715890]

TT Fnatic- it's the sport pkg that gives you VLSD not touring

[@aestheticcm1]

Right you are ken.

[@AlphaDino]

Looks like you didn't get the point of the review and hard of hearing too. He didn't say 2.0 turbo. He said smaller engine, maybe turbo-charged. Smaller doesn't necessarily mean 4 cylinder. BMW and Audi have forced feed 3.0 liter V6's.

[@mrjones944]

Wish they would update this car to compete with the new Mustang

[@TheVboyfresh]

370z is faster than a mustang tho

[@rmp5s]

+SAVAGE GAMING ENT No it's not.

[@wthisdaftpunk6847]

rmp5s The 370z will destroy the 5.0 on anything that isn't straight.

[@emantabrizi]

Twin-scroll turbo or twin-turbo = no turbo lag. What are the other downsides?

[@djbrissette]

He didn't even mention mazda at the beginning! Their philosophy is all about driving pleasure

[@Jonesdawg79]

I miss the fangs in the front grill from the previous generation...

[@ThePugShinobi]

How is this car for an everyday driver? i was looking at a mini coupe JCW but im worried about the bad reliability ratings

[@coldinfusion]

Its good I own one. I drive it everyday including winter. Yea that's right winter. With a proper set of tires you'll be fine in snow. The trunk is actually pretty big for the car. It hold a ton of stuff. Just be sure to not put anything tall in the trunk or it will hit the window. Long rides might get uncomfortable because of the sports seat but still not bad. 2 seats is not very practical but I rarely ever need more than 2 seats. The engine is solid. Reliable. I don't know where you heard its unreliable. But this is a Nissan and it has a well known and solid engine. It will run forever as long you do basic maintenance (oil change, coolant).

[@ThePugShinobi]

coldinfusion Okay, thank you this helps a lot. I was actually referring to the MINI JCW in terms of poor reliability, Edmonds has them a 2/5 and i hear a lot of mechanical failures occur commonly, the Nissan was rated a 4/5 in terms of reliability. I currently own a 2004 BMW 325i and its got about 130,000 miles on it so Im about due for a new car (my service light is on 24/7 nowadays). If I went for the 370z it would be my only car so I wanted some feedback on how well they work for daily driving to work and college, I dont need to carry too much just my bookbag and my brother to school haha and basic maintenance will not be a problem, i've experienced a fair share of maintenance with my current 04 325i -_- thanks again!

[@AL-wo5wt]

I've had my 370 for almost 2 years now, and it's been nothing but reliable, and that's with me tracking the car so it sees a lot of redline. I have a separate winter car though.. But that's only cuz I personally don't want it seeing salt. I don't know about the JCW, but I have 3 friends who own minis (2 base 1 S) and ALL 3 of them has seen nothing but issues! Brakes, fluid leaks, transmission, etc. I would totally stay away.

[@warikplaya]

Nice review.. Although.. I like a Z with a V6.. If they would go with a two liter turbo, id rather get an evo or an sti then..

[@360-s6d]

Have you got it yet?

[@thinklarge21]

Don't really want to go comment searching but im assuming you comparing a 4cyl turbo's power to a V6's NA power. That's probably accurate. Im hoping Nissan will make a 4cyl turbo Z and a V6 turbo Z. I would buy it in a second

[@dt0818]

The GT-R has 6 cylinders, and it is easily faster than the IS-F. Also it isn't that far behind from the LFA which is like 4 times the GT-Rs price. Not saying V8s and V10s aren't great, but Japanese manufacturers are usually able to use less to get more.

[@mrjdgibbs]

Mazda is pretty committed too!

[@bwset69]

Toyota has sports car.. It's only marketed in Europe, Australia and Japan... It's called Toyota 86 .. But here ( America) it's the Scion FRS or Subaru BRZ

[@shadowsaiyan]

Look into the VQ30DET powered Cedrics, Glorias, Cimas... yada yada yada. Shame we never got the VQ30DET in the US. It replaced the RB26 in JGTC racing.

[@yashasan83]

published in motortrend...there's your answer...oh and best 0-60 was achieved by motortrend running a 4.7 not a 4.6 0-60mph

[@JKs370Z]

I like the DRLs on the 2013, sickkk..

[@1SmokingLizard]

Good point and I agree. The RS4 is probably better in a class along with a BMW M3, Lexus IS-F or something along that V8 sedans and not a little sport coupe.

[@insidertrading1]

I bet the people trolling on the Z have never driven one. It's a blast. It's way too over-priced though and cramped. The VQ engine debuted in the 95 Maxima (a decade before Renault-Nissan started sharing parts) it really needs an update but I don't think turbos are the way to go, that would tarnish its stellar reliability

[@LolzerCakes]

This also has the sport package.

[@MLGRundownandy]

They need to make a 370z with a 3.7L TT V6.One smaller turbo and one bigger turbo to deal with the lag.

[@kingslave021]

awesome the 2007 model?

[@znismo1]

Beautiful car. Looks awesome in that midnight blue. Would love to buy it, but 40k is just a little much for it considering you can get its Nismo model from 2011 or so for that price or less.. I'll wait a couple of years and get it for 30k or less.

[@Askinfukinalexandria]

I found an auto for 19.000$ cash one owner @74.000 miles

[@emantabrizi]

Did you read the rest of the comments?

[@popat997]

Awe a cute little gtr but not quite.

[@djbrissette]

I completely agree when you say they should make a smaller turbo engine with a lighter car!

[@thinklarge21]

not trying to start an argument here, but how would a 4 cyl preduce more power than a V6? how can you produce more power with less cylinders. Skylines can be tuned to 1300+ hp. I can't see a 4 banger doing that

[@VerisimilitudeDude]

So you're saying you prefer cars with only 1 gear?

[@BlueonGoldZ]

Funny how he says he wants a more violent response from the engine and then he thinks a 4 cylinder turbo is going to provide that. The Z is known for having great low and mid-range torque. You want a violent response? Doww shift a gear or two and step on it. Don't let turbo lag from a weeny cylinder get in your way.

[@Bmwx5fan9]

Not A big fan if Nissan but there sports cars are really impressive

[@vnitto]

IF you want a lighter, smaller displacement, turbo 6-cylinder Z car, get one from the early to mid 90's.

[@ronkerjake1]

You ever heard of an Evo?

[@emantabrizi]

You proved yourself wrong. Congratulations.

[@thenhbushman]

the automatic has paddle shifters, so isn't it really an auto/manual setup, kinda like the GT-R?

[@Dillon1791]

I'll stick with a 2013 Honda Accord Coupe. Way more tech, plus smaller displacement and FWD platform hitting 60 in roughly 5.5-5.7 seconds. :)

[@gpe41]

I was job shadowing a car salesman for a high school project, and he let me drive this. It was fucking boss!

[@shiinkun]

Congratulations on being able to beat a car that isn't even meant to compete with an RS4. You must be feeling so accomplished.

[@cupofjoe2988]

I love the roadster but it is so expensive! I can get a Camaro 2SS for a few thousand less and you get a V8 and a back seat and it gets only 1 less mile per gallon. But the 370z roadster just looks so bad ass! I am so torn!