2013 touring vs sport

Jigalo · 08-16-2012, 10:57 PM

Hey guys I'm currently on the market for a 2013 370z n gun metal or midnight blue. I have a quote for 34 even on base sport and 34500 for a touring. I was just wondering if someone could tell me which package is better and why. Because I like the looks of both and I don't feel a difference in the drive. I believe I can only get a nav with the touring but debating just doing and aftermarket pioneer anyways. So any advice is welcome. So in short just want to know which package is a better option to go with.

BeksNice · 08-17-2012, 04:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Jigalo

Hey guys I'm currently on the market for a 2013 370z n gun metal or midnight blue. I have a quote for 34 even on base sport and 34500 for a touring. I was just wondering if someone could tell me which package is better and why. Because I like the looks of both and I don't feel a difference in the drive. I believe I can only get a nav with the touring but debating just doing and aftermarket pioneer anyways. So any advice is welcome. So in short just want to know which package is a better option to go with.

I ordered full options, as I think that for daily driving leather seats, heated seats, and all that sweet stuff is a must have.
If you are getting yours for DDing, I'd suggest to go with touring, because you can upgrade it to sport later, you can't do it vice versa though.

Davey · 08-17-2012, 07:14 AM

Both is better... But if I had to choose one or the other, I'd probably take the Sport package on a fun car, and the Touring package on the daily driver especially if it's for year-round driving.

Synchro Rev Match is fun and the Sport wheels are nice, no real reason to look for aftermarket wheels unless you just want something different. The brakes are upgraded, too, but of course they're not racing brakes so for track use you'll need some work, but they're more than adequate on the street unless you drive like a complete toolbag.

Touring is great with the bluetooth phone integration, heated seats, power seats, leather. The base interior is not bad at all, but if you are interested in these kind of creature comforts in a daily driver, it's nice to have. And the Bose stereo is not bad at all if you listen to rock, alternative, metal, etc. but if you are into super ***-vibrating bass you won't be happy with the tiny subs.

HKYStormFront · 08-17-2012, 07:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Davey

Both is better... But if I had to choose one or the other, I'd probably take the Sport package on a fun car, and the Touring package on the daily driver especially if it's for year-round driving.

Synchro Rev Match is fun and the Sport wheels are nice, no real reason to look for aftermarket wheels unless you just want something different. The brakes are upgraded, too, but of course they're not racing brakes so for track use you'll need some work, but they're more than adequate on the street unless you drive like a complete toolbag.

Touring is great with the bluetooth phone integration, heated seats, power seats, leather. The base interior is not bad at all, but if you are interested in these kind of creature comforts in a daily driver, it's nice to have. And the Bose stereo is not bad at all if you listen to rock, alternative, metal, etc. but if you are into super ***-vibrating bass you won't be happy with the tiny subs.

Jigalo · 08-17-2012, 09:11 AM

Thanks guys, ya it will be my dd, just didn't notice to much of a difference when I test drove both. I was just worried if not having sport would take away from the performance at all. Also it is possible to upgrade to sport later on? Cuz if that's the case then touring it will b for me

HKYStormFront · 08-17-2012, 09:49 AM

you can add a few of the parts but the big advantage of getting the sport package is getting the SRM feature if you get a manual (which is nice to have) or the paddle shifters behind the steering wheel if you get the automatic. the wheels, suspension, mechanical LSD, and brakes can added later but it will cost you much more in retrospective. the engine power output, however, is the same

nepali · 08-17-2012, 10:03 AM

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Originally Posted by BeksNice

I ordered full options, as I think that for daily driving leather seats, heated seats, and all that sweet stuff is a must have.
If you are getting yours for DDing, I'd suggest to go with touring, because you can upgrade it to sport later, you can't do it vice versa though.

Ummmm...no! You may be able to add few parts to make it close to Sports package but you cannot add SRM.

OP, are you getting a manual or an automatic? If automatic then go with Touring. If manual, then, I suggest Sports. Also, try looking for previous year models. You may be able to have it all for 32-34k.

Jigalo · 08-17-2012, 10:14 AM

im leaning toward manual but the dealer is saying that a manual will be harder to get then an auto( all he has on the lot) and will cut some off the price for getting an auto, which doesnt bum me because its going to be my dd. As for the 2012, ya he offered a great deal on it all, but i hate the teeth. its the only reason i bought my g37 back in 09 and not a z.

falconfixer · 08-17-2012, 10:24 AM

My vote is for getting both Touring will give you the creature comforts and the Sport will give you the extra other goodness.

red6spd · 08-17-2012, 10:26 AM

You can upgrade to Sport Package parts later at like 2-3 times the amount it cost to get it from the factory. Unless you have plans to upgrade to really aggressive brakes wheels/tires and an LSD which is pretty labor intensive I would go with the Sport Package.

nepali · 08-17-2012, 10:28 AM

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Originally Posted by Jigalo

im leaning toward manual but the dealer is saying that a manual will be harder to get then an auto( all he has on the lot) and will cut some off the price for getting an auto, which doesnt bum me because its going to be my dd. As for the 2012, ya he offered a great deal on it all, but i hate the teeth. its the only reason i bought my g37 back in 09 and not a z.

Well, if the only thing that you hate are the fangs then why not buy a '12 for cheaper price and use the difference to either swap the front bumper with a fellow '13 owner or go aftermarket?

Davey · 08-17-2012, 10:30 AM

I don't think it would be very easy to add the SRM feature, but you can certainly upgrade to bigger brakes and buy some nice lightweight wheels and a better LSD than what comes with the Sport package.

falconfixer · 08-17-2012, 10:32 AM

From what I've heard/read it is near impossible to add the SRM feature after the fact. I'm sure it could be done but so can adding the factory nav to a base and we see how many folks have tackled that endeavour.

Jigalo · 08-17-2012, 11:11 AM

Touring sport would be idle to the person above. , but unfortunately they are not dealing on them and its out of my price range. I appreciate the help everyone, its hard to really get a full feel on the car in a 15-30 min test drive. Does the touring take away from the overall drive of the car? I know the horse power is the same and im not into the track scene, just enjoy the occasional off the line sprint at the stop light. And i could be wrong but is rev matching only really necessary if your getting a manual?

Red_Z · 08-17-2012, 11:11 AM

I was on the same boat when I got my Z. I choose the touring\non-sport coz I know I will change the wheels, and I don't go extreme enough to need LSD. People said the factory LSD is not that good anyways. The only thing I want was the brakes which I can still add later if I want. I have AT so SRM doesnt apply to me.

08-16-2012, 10:57 PM	#1 (permalink)
Jigalo Base Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Houston Posts: 31 Drives: 09 g37 Rep Power: 13	2013 touring vs sport Hey guys I'm currently on the market for a 2013 370z n gun metal or midnight blue. I have a quote for 34 even on base sport and 34500 for a touring. I was just wondering if someone could tell me which package is better and why. Because I like the looks of both and I don't feel a difference in the drive. I believe I can only get a nav with the touring but debating just doing and aftermarket pioneer anyways. So any advice is welcome. So in short just want to know which package is a better option to go with.

08-17-2012, 09:49 AM	#6 (permalink)
HKYStormFront A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2009 Location: Greer, SC Posts: 14,954 Drives: 06 Frontier SE 6spd Rep Power: 52	you can add a few of the parts but the big advantage of getting the sport package is getting the SRM feature if you get a manual (which is nice to have) or the paddle shifters behind the steering wheel if you get the automatic. the wheels, suspension, mechanical LSD, and brakes can added later but it will cost you much more in retrospective. the engine power output, however, is the same __________________ Patrick // 06 Frontier 6spd Nismosis // Mods: Uprev Tuned @ Z1 Motorsports: 257whp & 292 ft lbs 09 Pontiac G8 GXP // M6 // Sunroof // Tint... For now

08-17-2012, 10:26 AM	#10 (permalink)
red6spd A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2010 Location: Long Island NY Posts: 3,277 Drives: 2010 Z Coupe M6 SPT Rep Power: 21	You can upgrade to Sport Package parts later at like 2-3 times the amount it cost to get it from the factory. Unless you have plans to upgrade to really aggressive brakes wheels/tires and an LSD which is pretty labor intensive I would go with the Sport Package. __________________ 2010 Base+Sport 6spd: Stillen G3, FI Non-Resonated CBE, FI Non-Resonated Test Pipes, UpRev Tuned, Custom 24R Oil Cooler, JDM Rear Fog-OEM Harness. ???Whp ???WTQ (Will find out come spring time)

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08-17-2012, 07:14 AM	#3 (permalink)
Davey A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Indiana Posts: 3,766 Drives: '15 NISMO 6MT Rep Power: 117171	Both is better... But if I had to choose one or the other, I'd probably take the Sport package on a fun car, and the Touring package on the daily driver especially if it's for year-round driving. Synchro Rev Match is fun and the Sport wheels are nice, no real reason to look for aftermarket wheels unless you just want something different. The brakes are upgraded, too, but of course they're not racing brakes so for track use you'll need some work, but they're more than adequate on the street unless you drive like a complete toolbag. Touring is great with the bluetooth phone integration, heated seats, power seats, leather. The base interior is not bad at all, but if you are interested in these kind of creature comforts in a daily driver, it's nice to have. And the Bose stereo is not bad at all if you listen to rock, alternative, metal, etc. but if you are into super ***-vibrating bass you won't be happy with the tiny subs.

08-17-2012, 09:11 AM	#5 (permalink)
Jigalo Base Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Houston Posts: 31 Drives: 09 g37 Rep Power: 13	Thanks guys, ya it will be my dd, just didn't notice to much of a difference when I test drove both. I was just worried if not having sport would take away from the performance at all. Also it is possible to upgrade to sport later on? Cuz if that's the case then touring it will b for me

08-17-2012, 10:14 AM	#8 (permalink)
Jigalo Base Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Houston Posts: 31 Drives: 09 g37 Rep Power: 13	im leaning toward manual but the dealer is saying that a manual will be harder to get then an auto( all he has on the lot) and will cut some off the price for getting an auto, which doesnt bum me because its going to be my dd. As for the 2012, ya he offered a great deal on it all, but i hate the teeth. its the only reason i bought my g37 back in 09 and not a z.

08-17-2012, 10:24 AM	#9 (permalink)
falconfixer Track Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: 10aC Posts: 978 Drives: Taco Rep Power: 76	My vote is for getting both Touring will give you the creature comforts and the Sport will give you the extra other goodness.

08-17-2012, 10:30 AM	#12 (permalink)
Davey A True Z Fanatic Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Indiana Posts: 3,766 Drives: '15 NISMO 6MT Rep Power: 117171	I don't think it would be very easy to add the SRM feature, but you can certainly upgrade to bigger brakes and buy some nice lightweight wheels and a better LSD than what comes with the Sport package.

08-17-2012, 10:32 AM	#13 (permalink)
falconfixer Track Member Join Date: Feb 2012 Location: 10aC Posts: 978 Drives: Taco Rep Power: 76	From what I've heard/read it is near impossible to add the SRM feature after the fact. I'm sure it could be done but so can adding the factory nav to a base and we see how many folks have tackled that endeavour.

08-17-2012, 11:11 AM	#14 (permalink)
Jigalo Base Member Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: Houston Posts: 31 Drives: 09 g37 Rep Power: 13	Touring sport would be idle to the person above. , but unfortunately they are not dealing on them and its out of my price range. I appreciate the help everyone, its hard to really get a full feel on the car in a 15-30 min test drive. Does the touring take away from the overall drive of the car? I know the horse power is the same and im not into the track scene, just enjoy the occasional off the line sprint at the stop light. And i could be wrong but is rev matching only really necessary if your getting a manual?

08-17-2012, 11:11 AM	#15 (permalink)
Red_Z Enthusiast Member Join Date: May 2012 Location: California Posts: 332 Drives: A red Z Rep Power: 15	I was on the same boat when I got my Z. I choose the touring\non-sport coz I know I will change the wheels, and I don't go extreme enough to need LSD. People said the factory LSD is not that good anyways. The only thing I want was the brakes which I can still add later if I want. I have AT so SRM doesnt apply to me.