2013 370z?

Techurious

First of all, I hope this is not a repost of comeone's thread (I can't find any with a quick search)...

Just found an R&T article about the potential new Z

2013 Nissan Z Photos and Official Info? Future Cars ? RoadandTrack.com

I also like the sleeker look. 360hp, 450 ft-lb with 30mpg? That is nice! What do you guys think of the possibility of this making into production?

LuckyJinx

Its a chopped G and Ashton. Lol, but honestly I don't believe that would be in production. The specs maybe. The mpg, don't think so. In my honest opinion; it wouldn't feel like a traditional Z. Nissan is in fact aware of the potential it has, but like before I don't believe it'll be.

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tyler20c

Wow I hope that's wrong. Imo a hybrid or diesel would completely ruin the car. I would never buy one of those that's for sure.

Sean

I will reply very carefully as my post yesterday was not carefully worded.

No more fangs!
No more big door handles!
Different headlights! (not a huge fan, but I am sure production model will be toned down)
M Hybrid with 360hp with 30 mpg

I would even bet they got rid of the LED gas gauge. (no interior pics)

If this is a 2013 then it would be for sale next year!

SIGN ME UP!

LuckyJinx

I certainly agree. Many members, I believe, are true car fanatics. A hybrid as a sports car wouldn't make as much sales as Nissan intends to.

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Sean

Why not? Both of those engines have more potential than an NA GAS engine.

A diesel has massive torque as does an electric drive to assist as gas engine.

tyler20c

The hybrid would completely ruin the handling because it would add so much weight. So that's out. As for the diesel, there is just something about it that I don't like. Im not saying everyone has to agree with me but thats my opinion. I don't really wanna drive around a Z puffing black smoke out the back lol If they came out with either of these, I would simply by a different car like a mustang or something.

mick

talking about hybrid, honda thought the cr-z hybrid would fly but it didn't.

Sean

The weight of the Hybrid I can understand.

Puffing black smoke diesel - LOL. Yeah, that's not quite how they work anymore. Check out the BMW 335d. How about the Audi R8 Diesel?

Detroit 2008: Audi unleashes its diesel monster, the R8 V12 TDI — Autoblog

wilsonp

Hybrids don't work on the track too well, so not a good sports car choice (F1's second try not withstanding).

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dad

That's not the first teaser design, it won't be the last! But I do like it!

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tyler20c

I definitely understand where your coming from but it just wouldn't be for me. I'd prefer a gas motor. Btw I have a buddy who just bought a 2010 mercedes ml320 blutec and it puffs black smoke when he gets on it. Just sayin.

Sean

The CRZ is a fail for other reasons IMO. It does nothing well.

It would sell very well if it did JUST ONE of these these things: got 55+ mpg, handled like an NSX, did 0-60 in under 6 seconds, or cost under $15K loaded.

Sean

I think Nissan should start with a more powerful V6 or even better an I6. And then just tune the crap out of it. Think 90's Toyota Supra. This car has very limited appeal, so it doesn't need more engines; it needs refinement. Make it 400 lbs lighter, DSG transmission, higher OD gear, oil cooler, ... so yeah ... pass on a hybrid and diesel - and focus on making the current car better.

tyler20c

Now those are all good ideas. I would definitely go for that.