For Immediate Release

2006 Nissan 350Z Coupe Specifications

Specifications are based on latest product information available at the time of printing

Mechanical
Engine
Name VQ35DE
Cam design DOHC
Orientation Longitudinal
Cylinders / configuration V6 w/ CVTCS & Molybdenum and coated
pistons
Block / head composition Aluminum/ aluminum
Displacement 3.5L
Horsepower* 300 @ 6,400 rpm on M/T models
287 @ 6,200 rpm
Torque (lb-ft) 260 @ 4,800 rpm on M/T models
274 @ 4,800 rpm
Bore & stroke (mm) 95.5 & 81.4
Compression ratio (:1) 10.3
Maximum engine speed 6,600 rpm (7,000 on M/T)
Induction system Sequential multi-point electronic fuel
injection
Valvetrain 4 valves per cylinder
Engine mounts 2 liquid; 1 rubber
Recommended fuel Premium unleaded
Emissions system Closed loop feedback system w/ 3-way
catalyst
Emissions certification level LEV2
Exhaust Dual (single each side)

Electrical
Ignition system Electronic, Nissan Direct Ignition System
(NDIS)
Starter 1.4KW reduction
Alternator 110 Amp.
Battery 12 Volt
Transmission and Drive System
Drive configuration Mid-mounted front-engine / rear-wheel drive
Transmission type 6-speed manual Standard (Base, Enth, Touring 6MT, G.
Touring, Track)
5-speed auto w/ manual mode Standard (Touring 5AT), Optional (Enth, G.
Touring)
Gear ratio M/T A/T
1st 3.794 3.540
2nd 2.324 2.264
3rd 1.624 1.471
4th 1.271 1.000
5th 1.000 0.834
6th 0.794 N/A
Reverse 3.446 2.370
Final drive ratio 3.538 3.357
Drive shaft Carbon Fiber Reinforced Plastic (CFRP)
Viscous Limited-Slip Differential (VLSD) Standard on all models but Base
Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC) Standard on G. Touring, Touring 6MT and
Track models
Traction Control System (TCS) Standard on all models but Base

Brakes
Standard (standard on all except Track)
Front Type Vented disc, single caliper pistons
Rotor size diameter and thickness (in.) 12.59” x 1.10”
Rear Type Vented disc, single caliper piston
Rotor size diameter and thickness (in.) 12.13” x 0.63”
Brembo® (standard on G. Touring/Track)
Front Type Vented disc, 4 caliper pistons
Rotor size diameter and thickness (in.) 12.76” x 1.18”
Rear Type Vented disc, 2 caliper pistons
Rotor size diameter and thickness (in.) 12.68” x 0.87”
Brake Assist (BA) S
Brake control Power-assisted (vacuum)
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) S
Number of wheels 4
Number of channels 4
Number of sensors 4
Electronic Brake force Distribution (EBD) S
Parking brake Hand operated on left side of center console

Steering
Type Vehicle-speed-sensitive power steering
Overall ratio 15.9
Turns (lock-to-lock) 2.6
Turning diameter (ft.) 35.4
Steering wheel 3-spoke design w/ air bag
Tilt Manual
Suspension
Front Independent multi-link aluminum suspension
Front strut tower bar S
Stabilizer bar S
Rear Independent multi-link aluminum suspension
Integrated strut brace S
Stabilizer bar S

Body / Chassis
Type Unibody
Materials (primary) Corrosion-resistant and high-strength steel
Hood Aluminum
Rear hatch Steel

Exterior
Wheels & Tires Base Enth Track Tour Tour G. Tour
5AT 6MT
Wheels
Aluminum-alloy
FR: 18”x8” RR: 18”x8.5” S S - S S -
RAYS Forged Alloy
(5-spoke) FR 18”x 9” RR: 19”x10” - S - - S
Tires
Bridgestone Potenza RE040 S S S S
Michelin Pilot Sport S S S S
Bridgestone Potenza RE050A S S
FR: 225/45R18 91W
RR: 245/45R18 96W S S - S S -
FR: 245/40R18 93W
RR: 265/40R19 94W - - S - - S
Spare tire
Temporary (steel)
T155/80D17+17x4T S
Tire Pressure Monitoring System S
(TPMS)
Location (Trunk)

Lights Base Enth Track Tour Tour G. Tour

5AT 6MT
Headlights
Bi-xenon HID S
Taillights
LED S
Interior
Seating Base Enth Track Tour Tour G. Tour
5AT 6MT
Capacity 2-Seater
Seat Materials
Sport Cloth Seats S -
Perforated Leather - appointed - S
Seat Type Bucket S
Passenger side seat back pocket S
Heated - - - S
Driver Seat
8-way (Manual) S S S - - -
8-way (Power/Manual) - - - S S S
Passenger Seat
4-way (Manual) S S S - - -
4-way (Power/Manual) - - - S S S

Audio Base Enth Track Tour Tour G. Tour

5AT 6MT
Head unit and speakers
160W AM/FM/CD w/ 6 speakers S S S - - -
Illuminated Steering wheel audio
controls - S S S S S
DVD Navigation System - - - O O O
240W Bose® 6CD 6 speakers +
Subwoofer, In-dash/AM/FM, satellite
Radio capability, Radio Data System - - - S S S
(RDS), mp3 CD capability

Instrumentation
Meters/Gauges S
Speedometer
Tachometer
Coolant temperature
Fuel level
LCD dual trip odometer
3-bay gauges S
Trip computer
Tire pressure monitor
Oil pressure gauge
Voltmeter
Indicators
Clock S
M/T shift up timing indicator (light) When equipped with 6MT
A/T indicator When equipped with 5AT
Cruise Control N/A with Base model
TCS off Enth, Tour 5AT
VDC off Touring 6MT, G. Touring and Track
Convenience Features
Cruise control (ASCD) S (except Base)
Power windows – driver and passenger one-
touch up/down S
Power door locks S
Remote keyless entry system S
Cupholders – 4 total S
12-volt outlets – 2 S
Passenger assist grip S
Sunvisors w/ vanity mirrors and lamps S
2 rear upper storage boxes (1 with navi) S
Lockable sub-trunk behind passenger seat S
Storage Net S
Card Holder S
Inside rear view mirror – auto-dimming S (N/A on Base model)
HomeLink® Universal Transceiver (UGDO) S (N/A on Base model)

Safety and Security

Passenger Restraint Systems
Air bags (SRS)
Driver (dual-stage with seat belt sensors) S
Passenger (dual-stage with seat belt S
sensor)
SRS side & curtain air bags,
driver/passenger O
Outboard seat belts, front 3-point (ALR/ELR for passenger, ELR for
driver)
Seatbelts with pretensioners and load
limiters S
Tether anchorage S
Power window lockout button S

Passive Safety
Zone Body Construction with front and rear S
crushable zones
Energy-absorbing steering column
Slide away brake pedal
Break away carbon composite drive shaft
Hood buckling creases and safety stops
Body side reinforcements
Shift interlock system AT
Clutch interlock system MT

Security
Steering wheel locks when key is removed S
Vehicle Security System
Immobilizer
Dimensions
Exterior (inches)
Wheelbase 104.3
Overall length 169.8
Overall width 71.5
Overall height 52.1
Coefficient of drag (Cd) (front) 0.30 (0.29 G. Tour and Track model)

Interior (inches)
Head room 38.2
Leg room 42.6
Hip room 53.2
Shoulder room 53.6
Cargo volume
SAE rating 6.8 cubic feet

Weights Base Enth Track Tour Tour G.

5AT 6MT Tour
Curb (pounds) MT 3,339 3,346 3,400 - 3,370 3,404
AT - 3,344 - 3,380 - 3,391
Weight distribution (%) Front/Rear 53/47
GVWR 3,919

Capacities
Fuel tank (gallons) 20.0
Engine oil (quarts) 5.0
Engine coolant w/ reservoir (quarts) 9.2

Volume (cubic feet)

Passenger compartment 50.5
Cargo 6.8
Total 57.3

EPA Fuel Economy

(Actual mileage may vary)
City MT/AT 19/19
Highway MT/AT 25/25
Classification Two Seater

Options
DVD-Based Navigation System Available on Touring 5A/T, Touring 6M/T,
Grand Touring models
Side and Curtain Air Bags Available on all models
Satellite radio (XM® or Sirrus™ providers) Available on Touring and Grand Touring
models

* All horsepower ratings are per SAE J1349 JUN1995

12/05