Nissan Z Proto unveiled with V6 engine and manual transmission
The folks at Nissan have taken the wraps off their Z Proto that signals the brand's intent to launch a new generation Z sports car.
Shown at the virtual event, the Nissan Z Proto pays homage to 50 years of Z heritage and comes equipped with a twin-turbocharged V6 engine, sadly, Nissan is keeping power output figures under wraps because it is still a concept but expect it to push close to 300 kW.
Power will be accessed via a six-speed manual transmission. In terms of the design, the new Nissan Z features a fresh, attractive exterior design with a silhouette that communicates respect for the original model.
It sports a bright yellow pearlescent paint – a tribute to a popular paint scheme on both the first generation Z (S30) and the 300ZX (Z32) – and a black roof.
Speaking of dimensions, the Z Proto boasts a length of 4 382mm, a width of 1 850mm plus a height of 1 310mm.
The rear takes inspiration from the 300ZX (Z32) taillights. Set within a rectangular black section that runs across the rear and wraps around the outer edges, the LED taillights convey a sharp glow.
There are LED headlights almost similar to those that lurk in the original Z model as well as clear dome lenses over the headlights buckets.
There are also lightweight carbon fibre treatments on the side skirts, front lower lip and rear valance and it runs on 19-inch alloy wheels.
Inside the Z Proto, there is a 12.3-inch digital meter display as well as yellow accents throughout the cabin, including stitching on the instrument panel. The seats feature special yellow accenting and a layered gradation stripe in the centre of the seats to create depth.
We expect the production model on the new Nissan Z to debut next year as a 2022 model.
Local availability will be confirmed.
Source: Nissan
