2009 Nissan 370Z: What's New, Specs & Features

Last updated August 4, 2026

The 2009 Nissan 370Z is an all-new sports car that replaces the 350Z coupe. Its biggest changes are a shorter, wider, lighter, and stiffer body paired with a new 332-hp 3.7-liter V6.

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About the 2009 Nissan 370Z

Z34 generation (sixth-generation Z car), first year; all-new replacement for the 350Z coupe.

Nissan positioned the 370Z as an “Everyday Sports Car”: a compact two-seat, rear-drive coupe that mixed strong V6 power, quick responses, and a driver-focused cockpit with enough comfort to use every day. What set it apart was the classic front-engine/rear-drive layout, a much more polished cabin than the old 350Z, and enthusiast hardware like the new rev-matching manual system. For most shoppers, the 370Z was about direct, old-school sports-car feel without exotic-car complexity.

The base 370Z is the straightforward two-seat sports coupe, with rear-wheel drive, push-button ignition, automatic climate control, and xenon headlights. Touring adds heated leather-appointed seats, Bose audio, and Bluetooth, while the midyear NISMO is the track-focused version with 350 hp, a manual transmission, stiffer suspension, larger brakes, and functional aerodynamic bodywork.

What changed, by category

Powertrain

A new 3.7-liter V6 produces 332 hp and 270 lb-ft in the base and Touring models. The lineup also gets a new 7-speed automatic, while the midyear NISMO uses a 350-hp version of the V6 with a 6-speed manual.

Structural

The new Z34-generation body has a shorter wheelbase, a wider stance, lower weight, more aluminum body panels, and greater rigidity than the 350Z it replaces.

Styling

The exterior and cabin are fully redesigned. The interior has a more driver-focused layout, better materials, and improved storage behind the seats; the NISMO adds unique functional aerodynamic bodywork and a red-and-black interior.

Tech

Manual-transmission cars with the Sport Package introduce SynchroRev Match, which automatically helps match engine speed during shifts. The manual-only NISMO also uses this system.

2009 Nissan 370Z specs and features by trim

Feature	2009 Nissan 370ZBase0 in stock	2009 Nissan 370ZNismo0 in stock	2009 Nissan 370ZTouring0 in stock
Engine	V6, 3.7 Liter	V6, 3.7 Liter	V6, 3.7 Liter
Transmission	Manual, 6-Spd w/Overdrive	Manual, 6-Spd w/Overdrive	Auto, 7-Spd Manual Mode
Drivetrain	RWD	RWD	RWD
Fuel Type	Gas	Gas	Gas
MPG City	18 mpg	18 mpg	18 mpg
MPG Highway	26 mpg	26 mpg	26 mpg
Horsepower	332 hp	350 hp	332 hp
Torque	270 lb-ft	276 lb-ft	270 lb-ft
Max Towing	1000 lb
Trunk/Cargo	6.9 cu-ft	6.9 cu-ft	6.9 cu-ft
Seats	2	2	2
Doors	2	2	2
Safety & Security
Alarm System
Exterior Features
Alloy Wheels
Rear Spoiler
Entertainment & Electronics
Bluetooth
Built-In Hard Drive
Navigation System
Premium Audio
Comfort & Convenience
Auto-Dimming Interior Mirror
Dual Power Front Seats
Heated Front Seats
Integrated Garage Door Opener
Leather Seats
Tilt Wheel

How the 2010 Nissan 370Z compares

The biggest change for the 2010 Nissan 370Z is the arrival of the new Roadster in base and Touring form. The coupe mostly carries over, apart from a few small equipment updates and a limited 40th Anniversary edition added later in the year.

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Frequently asked questions

Is 2009 the first year of the Nissan 370Z?

Yes. The 2009 370Z begins the Z34 generation and replaces the 350Z coupe with a shorter, wider, lighter, and stiffer design.

What engine does the 2009 Nissan 370Z have?

The base and Touring models have a 3.7-liter V6 producing 332 hp and 270 lb-ft. The NISMO version raises output to 350 hp.

What transmissions are in the 2009 Nissan 370Z?

The 2009 370Z has a 6-speed manual or a new 7-speed automatic in regular models. The NISMO is manual-only and includes SynchroRev Match, which helps smooth downshifts by matching engine speed automatically.

Was there a 2009 Nissan 370Z NISMO?

Yes. Nissan added the NISMO model during the 2009 model year with 350 hp, a 6-speed manual, stiffer suspension, larger brakes, a limited-slip differential, and functional aerodynamic bodywork.

How is the 2009 370Z Touring different from the base model?

The Touring has the same 332-hp V6 as the base model but adds more comfort equipment. Its main upgrades are heated leather-appointed seats, power seat adjustments, Bose audio, Bluetooth, an auto-dimming mirror, and HomeLink.