The dramatic Nissan 350Z sports car receives its first comprehensive updating since it was introduced three years ago. The new 2006 Z® features a revised front end appearance, enhanced interior, LED taillights, a new vehicle speed-sensitive power steering system, refined optional navigation system and available RAYS® super lightweight 18-inch front/19-inch rear 5-spoke forged alloy wheels (Coupe only).

For 2006, the 350Z is again available in Coupe and Roadster body styles and in an array of models – five for the Coupe, including a new Grand Touring model, and three for the Roadster (including a new Grand Touring automatic transmission version). Each provides sports car lovers high performance excitement and dynamic driving experience, with a style all its own. Every Z® comes with a standard 3.5-liter DOHC V6 producing 287 horsepower* and 274 lb-ft torque when equipped and with the 5-speed automatic transmission, or 300 horsepower and 260 lb-ft of torque for all 6-speed manual transmission models. Grand Touring models include Brembo® brakes, rear spoiler (plus front spoiler on Coupe) and Vehicle Dynamic Control (VDC).

Other enhancements for the new year include standard 18-inch cast aluminum-alloy wheels (except Coupe Track and Grand Touring models), increased brake rotor size for non-Brembo models, standard bi-xenon (low and high beam) headlights, and mp3-CD capability for the available Bose® audio system. Three new exterior colors (eight total) are available for 2006: Silver Alloy, Magnetic Black, and