PIMS 2024 | Nismo returns to PH with Nissan Z Nismo launch, priced at Php 4.688M
Last year, Nissan Philippines caught everyone’s attention as it launched the latest RZ34 generation of the iconic Z nameplate. Well things are getting bigger for the Nissan Z as the Japanese automaker has just launched the high-performance Z Nismo at the 9th Philippine International Motor Show (PIMS).
Built to be track-ready from the moment it drives out of the factory, the Z Nismo takes things a step further compared to the standard Z as its engine, suspension, and other vehicle elements get some performance upgrades.
Starting with what powers this sports car, the Z Nismo gets the same 3.0-liter VR30DDTT twin-turbo V6 gasoline engine. Power is bumped up to 20 horsepower while torque is also up at 520 Nm. Compared to the regular Z, those are increases of 40 horsepower and 43 Nm.
Thankfully, unlike with the regular Z, the Z Nismo’s output has not been detuned for the local market.
Anyway, the power increase was made possible with the help of improved cooling and a revised electric wastegate control which provides increased turbo boost and turbine speed, and an independent ignition spark timing strategy which Nissan says is inspired by the GT-R Nismo. The Z Nismo also features an enhanced engine cooler for extended track performance.
Unlike the regular Z, the Z Nismo’s powertrain is exclusively mated to a 9-speed automatic transmission. Nissan says that it has been enhanced for faster and more dynamic shifting performance. A Sport+ drive mode has also been added for even more response when driving on track, and provides a more dynamic experience.
The Nissan Z Nismo also has unique stabilizer bars, a stiffer spring rate and larger retuned dampers. To deliver maximum road feel and traction, it also rides on Dunlop SP Sport Maxx GT600 tires.
Also added are additional front, rear and rear underfloor bracing, helping increase torsional rigidity by 2.5% compared to the standard Z. Stiffer front and rear suspension bushings, and a stiffer mounting bushing for the steering rack, further increase lateral rigidity.
Exterior enhancements to the Z Nismo were also done to improve aerodynamics. In front it gets what’s called a “Grand-Nose” or “G-Nose,” which extends farther forward than on the regular Z, and is also inspired by the Nissan Fairlady 240ZG.
It also gets a restyled front grille with a larger opening and a thin honeycomb mesh for better cooling. Canards also create vortexes over the front wheels. At the rear is a taller and wider rear spoiler.
The Z Nismo can easily be set apart from the standard Nissan Z thanks to its red accents, black roof, and gloss-black 19-inch RAYS wheels. The brakes have also been upgraded with larger 15-inch front rotors while the rear is at 13.8-inches.
As for exterior paint job options, these are Stealth Gray, Everest White, Passion Red, and Black Diamond Pearl.
The interior of the Z Nismo also receives some upgrades. The engine start/stop and drive mode selector buttons are now finished in red, while the graphics of the digital instrument cluster have been updated with a red outline around the tachometer, a Nismo logo, and red “flash” upon start-up.
Recaro seats also replace the standard seats and they are wrapped in a combination of leather and Alcantara suede upholstery, with a red center section and Nismo logos on the headrests. The steering wheel also receives the same material combination with a red on-center marker.
We’re surely excited to experience how the Nissan Z Nismo compares to the standard Z, both on track and on normal roads. The new Nissan Z Nismo is priced at Php 4,688,000 or Php 800,000 more than the regular Z (Php 3.888-million).
