2009 Nissan 350Z: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The biggest change for 2009 is that the Nissan 350Z becomes roadster-only in the U.S., as the coupe gives way to the all-new 370Z. The remaining 350Z Roadster is largely unchanged and marks the final model year for the Z33 roadster.
About the 2009 Nissan 350Z
5th-generation Z (Z33), facelifted 2007-2009 roadster, final U.S. model year before the 370Z Roadster.
Nissan positions the 350Z Roadster as an attainable open-air sports car: a two-seat rear-drive convertible built around a strong V6, quick responses, and an easy-to-use power top. The appeal is not luxury first, but top-down performance with recognizable Z heritage and fewer compromises than pricier European roadsters. Even in its final year, the model’s identity is simple and clear: classic sports-car layout, strong engine sound, and everyday usability wrapped in a compact convertible.
The 2009 350Z is an open-top, rear-wheel-drive sports car with a 306-hp V6 and either a six-speed manual or five-speed automatic transmission. Enthusiast is the simpler driver-focused trim, Touring adds heated leather-appointed seats and Bose audio, and Grand Touring adds Brembo brakes and stability control.
What changed, by category
2009 Nissan 350Z specs and features by trim
| Feature | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | V6, 3.5 Liter | V6, 3.5 Liter | V6, 3.5 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 5-Spd w/Overdrive & Manual Mode | Automatic, 5-Spd w/Overdrive & Manual Mode | Automatic, 5-Spd w/Overdrive & Manual Mode |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | RWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas | Gas | Gas |
| MPG City | 17 mpg | 17 mpg | 17 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 24 mpg | 24 mpg | 24 mpg |
| Horsepower | 306 hp | 306 hp | 306 hp |
| Torque | 268 lb-ft | 268 lb-ft | 268 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 4.1 cu-ft | 4.1 cu-ft | 4.1 cu-ft |
| Seats | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Doors | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| 4-Wheel Disc Brakes | |||
| Alarm System | |||
| Stability Control | |||
| Alloy Wheels | |||
| Navigation System | |||
| Premium Audio | |||
| Heated Front Seats | |||
| Leather Seats | |||
| Tilt Wheel | |||
Frequently asked questions
Was there a 2009 Nissan 350Z coupe in the U.S.?
No. The 2009 Nissan 350Z is sold only as a roadster in the U.S.; the coupe is replaced by the all-new 370Z.
Is 2009 the final year of the Nissan 350Z?
Yes. The 2009 model year is the last for the Z33-generation 350Z Roadster before the 370Z Roadster takes its place.
Did the 2009 Nissan 350Z Roadster get a new engine?
No. It carries over the 306-hp 3.5-liter V6, along with the six-speed manual and five-speed automatic transmissions.
Which 2009 Nissan 350Z trims were sold?
The 2009 Nissan 350Z Roadster lineup consists of Enthusiast, Touring, and Grand Touring. Touring adds comfort features, while Grand Touring adds Brembo brakes and stability control.
How different is the 2009 Nissan 350Z Roadster from the 2008 model?
The roadster itself is not substantially different. The key 2009 shift is the roadster-only lineup, with no major all-trim powertrain, safety, technology, or chassis update.