Nissan 350Z Model Overview

The release of the Nissan 350Z in 2002 marked the launch of the fifth generation of Nissan's popular Z-car series. Z-cars are noted for their good looks and power while still remaining affordable.

The previous Z-car run had ended in 1996, so for many years Nissan had no sports car in its lineup. The 350Z was an important part in Nissan's reemergence from near-bankruptcy, signaling a renewed interest in producing performance cars and not just boring sedans.

The 350Z's styling is notably different from its predecessors, featuring a more rounded look. Nissan's tuning division, Nismo, produced a performance model with a longer nose that harkens back to the Z's of the past. It is available in several trims and as a convertible.

The 350Z's competitors are the Mazda RX-8 and the Mitsubishi Eclipse.