Z Proto Spec 9AT RWD
What the Z Proto Spec 9AT adds over the Z Sport 9AT (+$13,000)
| Spec | Z Sport 9AT | Z Proto Spec 9AT |
|---|---|---|
| Front brake diameter | 320 mm | 355.6 mm |
| Front brake type | Vented disc, fixed 2-piston / cast iron | Vented disc, floating 4-piston / aluminum, yellow calipers |
| Rear brake diameter | 307.3 mm | 350.5 mm |
| Rear brake type | Vented disc, single piston / cast iron | Vented disc, 2-piston / aluminum, yellow calipers |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $40,990 | $53,990 |
| Tire size | P245/45R18 | P255/40R19 |
| Wheel diameter | 18 in | 19 in |
| Wheel width | 9 in | 9.5 in |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 4-way power adjustable driver's seat with manual lifter, lumbar and thigh support, 4-way power passenger seat, 9-speed automatic transmission with drive mode switch, shift by wire, 9.0-inch touchscreen display with navigation, Aluminum trimmed sport pedals, Bose® audio system with 8 speakers, Active Noise Cancellation, Active Sound Enhancement, Dual outlet exhaust with sport grade muffler, Front chin spoiler, Glove compartment dampening, Heated outside mirrors, Heated seats, HomeLink® Universal Transceiver, Launch control, Leather-appointed seating surfaces with synthetic suede inserts, Mechanical clutch-type limited-slip differential, Nissan Sport Brakes with 14.0-inch front / 13.8-inch rear rotors and 4-piston front / 2-piston rear aluminum calipers, red caliper finish, NissanConnect® Services powered by SiriusXM, NissanConnect® with WiFi hotspot, Premium leather steering wheel, Rear spoiler, Sport-tuned suspension, Suede-appointed door trim, Unique GT-R design paddle shifters (9AT)
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 355.6 mm |
| Front brake type | Vented disc, floating 4-piston / aluminum, yellow calipers |
| Rear brake diameter | 350.5 mm |
| Rear brake type | Vented disc, 2-piston / aluminum, yellow calipers |
| Parking brake type | Mechanical, pull-type |
Connected Services
| Connected services brand | NissanConnect |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 4.8 in |
| Overall height | 51.8 in |
| Overall length | 172.4 in |
| Overall width | 72.6 in |
| Wheelbase | 100.4 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | twin turbo |
| Cylinder count | 6 |
| Engine displacement | 2997 cc |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi |
| Engine type (full description) | VR30DDTT 3.0L V6 Twin Turbo DOHC |
| Valve configuration | DOHC |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 400 hp |
| Torque | 350 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 19 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 22 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 28 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 91 |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 38.2 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 42.9 in |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $53,990 |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 2 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 54.2 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Electric power steering (electric rack) |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | Double-wishbone aluminum |
| Rear suspension type | Independent multi-link aluminum |
Tires
| Tire size | P255/40R19 |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 3.1 |
| Transmission speeds | 9 |
| Transmission type | automatic |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 19 in |
| Wheel material | alloy |
| Wheel width | 9.5 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety21 std · 0 opt
- Blind Spot Warning
- Intelligent Cruise Control (Full Speed Range)
- Intelligent Forward Collision Warning
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert
- Driver and front passenger seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bags
- Lane Departure Warning
- Nissan Advanced Air Bag System – Driver and front passenger air bags with dual-stage inflation, seat belt sensors and occupant classification sensor
- Roof-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental air bags
- Front and rear parking sensors
- Anti-lock Braking System
- Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection
- Brake Assist
- Electronic Brake force Distribution
- High Beam Assist
- Hill Start Assist
- RearView Monitor
- Traction Control System
- Vehicle Dynamic Control
- Vehicle Security System
- Nissan Vehicle Immobilizer System
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System, direct sensor type
Infotainment13 std · 0 opt
- NissanConnect® with WiFi hotspot
- 9.0-inch touchscreen display with navigation
- Aluminum paddle shifters (9AT)
- Android Auto™
- Apple CarPlay®
- Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System
- Bose® audio system with 8 speakers, Active Noise Cancellation, Active Sound Enhancement
- Hands-free Text Messaging Assistant
- NissanConnect® Services powered by SiriusXM
- SiriusXM® Radio (SiriusXM® subscription required, sold separately)
- Siri® Eyes Free
- Streaming Audio via Bluetooth®
- Voice Recognition
Convenience6 std · 0 opt
- Nissan Intelligent Key® with Push Button Ignition
- HomeLink® Universal Transceiver
- Power door locks with auto locking feature
- Power windows – one-touch up/down
- USB charging ports (1 Type A, 1 Type C)
- 2 12-volt power points
Climate1 std · 0 opt
- Automatic Temperature Control
Seating4 std · 1 opt
- Heated seats
- 4-way power adjustable driver's seat with manual lifter, lumbar and thigh support
- 4-way power passenger seat
- Leather-appointed seating surfaces with synthetic suede inserts
- Exclusive Proto Spec leather-appointed seats with yellow accents optional
Interior13 std · 3 opt
- Auto-dimming inside rearview mirror
- Aluminum trimmed sport pedals
- Drive computer + G-meter
- Dual sunvisors with illuminated vanity mirrors
- Fully digital TFT meter display (Speedometer, Tachometer, Coolant temperature, Fuel level, LCD dual trip odometer)
- Glove compartment dampening
- Instrument panel-mounted 3-bay gauge cluster (turbocharger boost, turbocharger turbine speed, voltmeter)
- Knee pad on center console tunnel
- Leather-wrapped 3-spoke steering wheel
- Premium leather steering wheel
- Suede-appointed door trim
- Unique GT-R design paddle shifters (9AT)
- Exclusive Proto Spec suede + cloth door trim with yellow stitching optional
- Exclusive shift lever knob (MT only) optional
- Proto Spec interior badging optional
- Manual tilt and telescopic steering column
Exterior9 std · 2 opt
- Dual outlet exhaust with sport grade muffler
- Front chin spoiler
- Heated outside mirrors
- LED daytime running lamps
- LED taillights
- Rear spoiler
- Side mirror LED turn signal indicators
- Side sill spoiler
- Bronze-colored 19-inch RAYS aluminum-alloy wheels, F: 19x9.5 inches R: 19x10 inches (Proto Spec) optional
- Yellow painted brake calipers optional
- Rear window defroster with timer
Powertrain6 std · 0 opt
- 6-speed close-ratio manual transmission with EXEDY® high-performance clutch
- 9-speed automatic transmission with drive mode switch, shift by wire
- Carbon fiber composite driveshaft (6MT only)
- Launch control
- Mechanical clutch-type limited-slip differential
- VR30DDTT 3.0L V6 Twin Turbo engine, 400 horsepower @ 6,400 RPM, 350 lb-ft of torque @ 1,600–5,200 RPM
Chassis3 std · 0 opt
- Double-wishbone front suspension; rear multi-link suspension; 2-point front strut tower brace; high response monotube shock absorbers
- Nissan Sport Brakes with 14.0-inch front / 13.8-inch rear rotors and 4-piston front / 2-piston rear aluminum calipers, red caliper finish
- Sport-tuned suspension
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Common questions about the Z Proto Spec 9AT
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2023 Nissan Z Z Proto Spec 9AT?
The manufacturer lists $53,990 for the 2023 Nissan Z Z Proto Spec 9AT. That is $13,000 above the Z Sport 9AT, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2023 Nissan Z Z Proto Spec 9AT add over the Z Sport 9AT?
Against the Z Sport 9AT, 23 features become standard that the Z Sport 9AT does not and 8 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.