The 2023 Nissan 400Z is slated to join showrooms in the Spring of 2022, with aggressive performance and a stunning outward appearance. The most recent iteration of the 370Z will be available in 2023 MY. The Nissan Z is a contemporary sports car with a twin-turbo V6 engine that produces 400 horsepower. Furthermore, because to its high performance, we may expect the 400Z to be more expensive than the model it replaces, with pricing starting in the mid-$40,000 level.

The 400Z will be offered in Nismo and convertible variants in addition to the standard vehicle. The cabin is well-equipped with the most up-to-date technical gadgets, which is a substantial upgrade over the previous version. The collection will also include a limited-edition Proto Spec. It will, nevertheless, only result in small aesthetic enhancements. The 400Z is a new Z-model aimed at big guns like the Toyota Supra and BMW Z4. As a result, we may anticipate a number of enhancements in terms of performance, safety, and handling.

The new 400Z will have an entirely new style based on the Z Proto concept, which looks a lot like the 240Z but with sleeker lines and a much-needed interior makeover. The 400Z will, as predicted, come with a slew of features, including many improved safety systems. With two distinct trim levels and a special edition variation, the new 400Z aims to kick off the seventh generation in style.

Exterior:

The new 400Z has an entirely new design that is primarily influenced by the Z Proto concept, which combines various components from previous Z vehicle designs. The dimensions are expected to be comparable to the 370Z, with a similar length and breadth. The 240Z inspired teardrop headlights, coupled with the yellow paint job, the rear-end taken from the 300ZX with modern LED features, and various modern elements like as LED lighting, carbon fiber accents, and twin exhausts are all prominent design characteristics.

A black finish is also applied to the roof, which is bordered by a silver trim. The wheels have a 5spoke style, similar to previous versions of Z vehicles. The doors, like the 370Z, have a distinctive door handle design, as well as a similar overall side appearance.

Overall, the 400Z is a gorgeous sports vehicle that blends prior Z design components to perfection. The following are some prominent external features:  

• Daytime running lights with LED headlights
• Taillights inspired by the Nissan 300ZX
• Exhaust with two exits
• Roof with a black contrast
• Headlights in the shape of a teardrop The design is based on the Nissan Z Proto.

Interior:

The 400Z's interior is projected to be a significant upgrade over the 370Z's, which was known for having one of the worst interiors in its class. The fundamental layout will stay unchanged, and the 400Z will remain a two-seater. The interiors will be comparable to the Z Proto concept, with a significant upgrade in material quality and a modern cabin design. The 400Z will, as predicted, come with body-hugging sports seats that provide lots of comfort and support, as well as ergonomics that make finding the correct driving position simple.

The 400Z will include a huge touchscreen entertainment system in the center, as well as a digital driver's display with plenty of information and customizability. All of the controls are directed at the driver and are easy to access without taking the driver's eyes off the road, as this is a driverfocused sports vehicle. The 400Z is also believed to include a traditional handbrake next to the driver, rather than an electronic one like contemporary automobiles.

The previous model 370Z lacked a comprehensive infotainment system, with simply a basic AM/ FM radio as standard and a 7-inch touchscreen as an option on higher trims. However, we can anticipate a significant increase in terms of features with the 400Z.

All versions should come with an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system that includes Apple

Carplay and Android Auto, satellite radio, a Wi-Fi hotspot, and a lot more. Given the pricing range, we can also expect a climate control system and a good premium audio system akin to the competition. The following are some of the predicted characteristics:  

• A typical infotainment system with a touchscreen
• Dials centered on the driver in connected cars
• Drivers with digital displays are visible. Satellite and HD radio Wi-Fi Hotspot 

Performance:

Given the price range, a twin-turbo V6 engine, most probably the 3.0L unit from the INFINITI Q60 instead of the GT-gassed-up R's V6, is expected to power the upcoming Nissan 400Z. The 3.0L V6 engine in the Nissan 370Z features twin turbos and generates 400 hp and 350 lb of power, which is greater than the previous model. The more potent NISMO variant is projected to gain a boost in power to 400 horsepower and torque to 350 lb-ft. The 400Z is projected to have rearwheel-drive, just like the previous generation cars, and will be available with a 6-speed manual transmission, unlike some of its competitors.

Given the pricing point, the new Nissan 400Z is expected to feature a twin-turbo V6 engine, most likely the 3.0L unit from the INFINITI Q60 rather than the GT-gassed-up R's V6. The Nissan's 3.0L V6 engine has twin turbos and produces 400 horsepower and 350 pound-feet of torque, which is more than the previous 370Z. The more potent NISMO variant is projected to gain a boost in power to 400 horsepower and torque to 350 lb-ft. The 400Z is projected to have rear-wheel-drive, just like the previous generation cars, and will be available with a 6-speed manual transmission, unlike some of its competitors.

The INFINITI Q60 accelerates to 60 mph in 5.4 seconds and the quarter-mile in 13.9 seconds with the same engine, while the Red Sport 400 variant with 400 horsepower accelerates to 60 mph in 4.8 seconds and cuts half a second off the quarter-mile speed. We may anticipate comparable, if not better, acceleration statistics, somewhere around the 4.5-second mark, because the 400Z will be lighter and more driver-focused.

Safety:

The Nissan 400Z is built on a substantially modified version of the FM platform, which also underlies the 370Z, Q60, and even the R35 GT-R from the Nissan and INFINITI lineups. Because of its solid underpinnings, the 400Z is expected to perform well in terms of safety. Because of the 400Z's high-performance limited volume character, neither the NHTSA nor the IIHS are likely to evaluate it. The 400Z is likely to include a slew of safety measures that the previous generation model lacked. Other active technologies such as automated emergency brakes, adaptive cruise, and others are expected. Other proactive and passive safety features to anticipate are:

• Pedestrian detection and automated emergency braking
• Warning for lane deviation
• Assist with lane keeping
• Cruise control that adapts to the situation
• Cross-traffic warning in the rear