Verified Performance Tests Updated May 2026 · 21 recorded runs

Nissan 350Z 0–60 Times

The Nissan 350Z 0–60 times and quarter-mile times below are from 21 recorded performance tests sourced from reputable automotive resources such as Car and Driver, Motor Trend and Motor Week and more.

The fastest tested Nissan 350Z is the 2003 Nissan 350Z GReddy Performance Coupe, which went from 0 to 60 mph in 4.61 seconds, reaching the ¼ mile in 12.79 seconds at 106.5 mph, according to Motor Trend.

The slowest tested Nissan 350Z is the 2004 Nissan 350Z Touring Coupe, which took 6.10 seconds to reach 60 mph, running the ¼ mile in 14.80 seconds at 100.0 mph, according to Motor Week.

Out of all the Nissan 350Z tests in our database, the average 0–60 mph time is 5.57 seconds. The average quarter-mile time is 14.09 seconds at 100.79 mph.

Fastest Stock 0–60 5.20sec 2007 Enthusiast Coupe
Fastest Overall 4.61sec 2003 GReddy Performance Coupe · modified
Avg ¼ Mile 14.09sec @ 100.8 mph trap
Slowest 0–60 6.10sec 2004 Touring Coupe
2008 Nissan 350Z

Across 21 verified runs, the Nissan 350Z ranges from 4.61 to 6.10 seconds 0–60, with a 5.57-second average.

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Nissan 350Z Performance Overview

Defined in this dataset by the Z33 generation and a compact 2003 to 2008 production run, the Nissan 350Z is represented here across 21 verified tests spanning all six model years. Performance centers on gasoline V6 power, beginning with the VQ35DE and later adding the revised VQ35HR, with tested output ranging from 287 to 306 hp. Most examples are naturally aspirated, though the data also includes a twin-turbocharged GReddy Performance Coupe that sets the outer edge of the range.

Chronologically, the earliest benchmark is also the quickest: the 2003 GReddy Performance Coupe reached 0-60 mph in 4.61 seconds and ran the quarter-mile in 12.79 seconds at 106.53 mph, establishing the fastest figures recorded for the model. Mainstream early trims sat higher, including the 2004 Touring Coupe at 6.1 seconds to 60 mph and the 2003 Touring Roadster at 5.8 seconds. Mid-cycle cars narrowed that spread, with the 2005 Track Coupe posting 5.3 seconds and the 2007 NISMO Coupe recording 5.0 seconds.

As it stands today in the full Z33 record, the 350Z covers a 0-60 range from 4.61 to 6.1 seconds, averages 5.57 seconds to 60 mph and 14.09 seconds in the quarter-mile, and remains a gasoline-only performance coupe and roadster line defined by VQ35 evolution rather than powertrain diversification.

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Nissan 350Z 0–60 Times by Generation

1 generation
Generation Years Avg 0–60 Fastest 0–60 Tests Notes
Z33 2003–2008 5.57s 4.61s — 2003 GReddy Performance Coupe 21 The Z33 generation (2003–2008) averaged 5.57 seconds to 60 mph across 21 tests, led by the 2003 GReddy Performance Coupe at 4.61 seconds. Output ranged from 287 to 306 hp across 3.5L Twin-Turbo V6, 3.5L V6 configurations. Includes 1 result from 1 modified vehicle.
Z33 2003–2008
Avg 0–60 5.57s
Fastest 4.61s
Tests 21
2003 GReddy Performance Coupe
The Z33 generation (2003–2008) averaged 5.57 seconds to 60 mph across 21 tests, led by the 2003 GReddy Performance Coupe at 4.61 seconds. Output ranged from 287 to 306 hp across 3.5L Twin-Turbo V6, 3.5L V6 configurations. Includes 1 result from 1 modified vehicle.
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Nissan 350Z 0–60 Times by Year and Trim

21 tests · 6 years

2008 Nissan 350Z

1 verified run
Avg 0–60 5.30 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 13.70 sec
Recorded Tests 1
#04
2008 Nissan 350Z NISMO Coupe
5.30sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
13.70s ¼ mi @ 102.3 mph
0–60 mph
5.30 sec
¼ Mile ET
13.70 sec
Trap Speed
102.3 mph
Engine
3.5L V6
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
306 hp
Torque
268 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,371 lbs
Power-to-Weight
11.0 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
18 C / 25 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Coupe
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Road & Track
Tuner
NISMO
Overall Rank
#4 of 21
2008 Nissan 350Z NISMO Coupe

2007 Nissan 350Z

2 verified runs
Avg 0–60 5.20 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 13.75 sec
Recorded Tests 2
#02
2007 Nissan 350Z Enthusiast Coupe
5.20sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
13.70s ¼ mi @ 104.0 mph
0–60 mph
5.20 sec
¼ Mile ET
13.70 sec
Trap Speed
104.0 mph
Engine
3.5L V6
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
306 hp
Torque
268 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,335 lbs
Power-to-Weight
10.9 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
18 C / 25 H / 18 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Coupe
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#2 of 21
2007 Nissan 350Z Enthusiast Coupe
#03
2007 Nissan 350Z NISMO Coupe
5.20sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
13.80s ¼ mi @ 103.0 mph
0–60 mph
5.20 sec
¼ Mile ET
13.80 sec
Trap Speed
103.0 mph
Engine
3.5L V6
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
306 hp
Torque
268 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,360 lbs
Power-to-Weight
11.0 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
18 C / 25 H / 18 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Coupe
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Tuner
NISMO
Overall Rank
#3 of 21
2007 Nissan 350Z NISMO Coupe

2006 Nissan 350Z

1 verified run
Avg 0–60 5.70 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 14.30 sec
Recorded Tests 1
#11
2006 Nissan 350Z Touring Roadster
5.70sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
14.30s ¼ mi @ 98.7 mph
0–60 mph
5.70 sec
¼ Mile ET
14.30 sec
Trap Speed
98.7 mph
Engine
3.5L V6
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
300 hp
Torque
260 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,530 lbs
Power-to-Weight
11.8 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
17 C / 23 H / 18.9 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Roadster
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#11 of 21
2006 Nissan 350Z Touring Roadster

2005 Nissan 350Z

3 verified runs
Avg 0–60 5.73 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 14.20 sec
Recorded Tests 3
#10
2005 Nissan 350Z 35th Anniversary Edition Coupe
5.60sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
14.10s ¼ mi @ 101.8 mph
0–60 mph
5.60 sec
¼ Mile ET
14.10 sec
Trap Speed
101.8 mph
Engine
3.5L V6
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
300 hp
Torque
260 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,345 lbs
Power-to-Weight
11.2 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
17 C / 24 H / 14.4 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Coupe
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Road & Track
Overall Rank
#10 of 21
2005 Nissan 350Z 35th Anniversary Edition Coupe
#16
2005 Nissan 350Z 35th Anniversary Edition Coupe
5.80sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
14.30s ¼ mi @ 101.0 mph
0–60 mph
5.80 sec
¼ Mile ET
14.30 sec
Trap Speed
101.0 mph
Engine
3.5L V6
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
300 hp
Torque
260 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,345 lbs
Power-to-Weight
11.2 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
17 C / 24 H / 22 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Coupe
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#16 of 21
2005 Nissan 350Z 35th Anniversary Edition Coupe
#17
2005 Nissan 350Z Grand Touring Roadster
5.80sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
14.20s ¼ mi @ 98.2 mph
0–60 mph
5.80 sec
¼ Mile ET
14.20 sec
Trap Speed
98.2 mph
Engine
3.5L V6
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
287 hp
Torque
274 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,628 lbs
Power-to-Weight
12.6 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
17 C / 24 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Roadster
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#17 of 21
2005 Nissan 350Z Grand Touring Roadster

2004 Nissan 350Z

7 verified runs
Avg 0–60 5.70 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 14.25 sec
Recorded Tests 7
#05
2004 Nissan 350Z Track Coupe
5.30sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
13.77s ¼ mi @ 100.9 mph
0–60 mph
5.30 sec
¼ Mile ET
13.77 sec
Trap Speed
100.9 mph
Engine
3.5L V6
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
287 hp
Torque
274 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,345 lbs
Power-to-Weight
11.7 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
18 C / 24 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Coupe
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#5 of 21
2004 Nissan 350Z Track Coupe
#07
2004 Nissan 350Z Enthusiast Coupe
5.50sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
13.90s ¼ mi @ 102.2 mph
0–60 mph
5.50 sec
¼ Mile ET
13.90 sec
Trap Speed
102.2 mph
Engine
3.5L V6
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
287 hp
Torque
274 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,247 lbs
Power-to-Weight
11.3 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
18 C / 24 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Coupe
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#7 of 21
2004 Nissan 350Z Enthusiast Coupe
#08
2004 Nissan 350Z Touring Roadster
5.50sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
14.30s ¼ mi @ 99.0 mph
0–60 mph
5.50 sec
¼ Mile ET
14.30 sec
Trap Speed
99.0 mph
Engine
3.5L V6
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
287 hp
Torque
274 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,590 lbs
Power-to-Weight
12.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
17 C / 24 H / 20 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Roadster
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#8 of 21
2004 Nissan 350Z Touring Roadster
#12
2004 Nissan 350Z Enthusiast Roadster
5.70sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
14.30s ¼ mi @ 99.6 mph
0–60 mph
5.70 sec
¼ Mile ET
14.30 sec
Trap Speed
99.6 mph
Engine
3.5L V6
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
287 hp
Torque
274 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,460 lbs
Power-to-Weight
12.1 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
17 C / 24 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Roadster
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Road & Track
Overall Rank
#12 of 21
2004 Nissan 350Z Enthusiast Roadster
#18
2004 Nissan 350Z Enthusiast Roadster
5.80sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
14.10s ¼ mi @ 99.6 mph
0–60 mph
5.80 sec
¼ Mile ET
14.10 sec
Trap Speed
99.6 mph
Engine
3.5L V6
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
287 hp
Torque
274 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,460 lbs
Power-to-Weight
12.1 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
17 C / 24 H / 17.6 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Roadster
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#18 of 21
2004 Nissan 350Z Enthusiast Roadster
#20
2004 Nissan 350Z Touring Roadster
6.00sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
14.60s ¼ mi @ 97.0 mph
0–60 mph
6.00 sec
¼ Mile ET
14.60 sec
Trap Speed
97.0 mph
Engine
3.5L V6
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
287 hp
Torque
274 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,590 lbs
Power-to-Weight
12.5 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
17 C / 24 H / 20 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Roadster
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Week
Overall Rank
#20 of 21
2004 Nissan 350Z Touring Roadster
#21
2004 Nissan 350Z Touring Coupe
6.10sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
14.80s ¼ mi @ 100.0 mph
0–60 mph
6.10 sec
¼ Mile ET
14.80 sec
Trap Speed
100.0 mph
Engine
3.5L V6
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
287 hp
Torque
274 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,330 lbs
Power-to-Weight
11.6 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
18 C / 24 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Coupe
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Week
Overall Rank
#21 of 21
2004 Nissan 350Z Touring Coupe

2003 Nissan 350Z

7 verified runs
Avg 0–60 5.49 sec
Avg ¼ Mile 14.00 sec
Recorded Tests 7
#01
2003 Nissan 350Z GReddy Performance Coupe
4.61sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
12.79s ¼ mi @ 106.5 mph
0–60 mph
4.61 sec
¼ Mile ET
12.79 sec
Trap Speed
106.5 mph
Engine
3.5L Twin-Turbo V6
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6M
Production Vehicle
Not production
Body Type
Coupe
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Tuner
GReddy
Overall Rank
#1 of 21
2003 Nissan 350Z GReddy Performance Coupe
#06
2003 Nissan 350Z Track Coupe
5.40sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
14.10s ¼ mi @ 101.0 mph
0–60 mph
5.40 sec
¼ Mile ET
14.10 sec
Trap Speed
101.0 mph
Engine
3.5L V6
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
287 hp
Torque
274 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,345 lbs
Power-to-Weight
11.7 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
18 C / 24 H / 19 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Coupe
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#6 of 21
2003 Nissan 350Z Track Coupe
#09
2003 Nissan 350Z Track Coupe
5.50sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
14.00s ¼ mi @ 101.2 mph
0–60 mph
5.50 sec
¼ Mile ET
14.00 sec
Trap Speed
101.2 mph
Engine
3.5L V6
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
287 hp
Torque
274 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,345 lbs
Power-to-Weight
11.7 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
18 C / 24 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Coupe
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#9 of 21
2003 Nissan 350Z Track Coupe
#13
2003 Nissan 350Z Touring Coupe
5.70sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
14.30s ¼ mi @ 100.0 mph
0–60 mph
5.70 sec
¼ Mile ET
14.30 sec
Trap Speed
100.0 mph
Engine
3.5L V6
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
287 hp
Torque
274 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,200 lbs
Power-to-Weight
11.1 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
18 C / 24 H / 18 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Coupe
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Car and Driver
Overall Rank
#13 of 21
2003 Nissan 350Z Touring Coupe
#14
2003 Nissan 350Z Track Coupe
5.70sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
14.40s ¼ mi @ 99.0 mph
0–60 mph
5.70 sec
¼ Mile ET
14.40 sec
Trap Speed
99.0 mph
Engine
3.5L V6
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
287 hp
Torque
274 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,345 lbs
Power-to-Weight
11.7 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
18 C / 24 H / 26.1 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Coupe
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Week
Overall Rank
#14 of 21
2003 Nissan 350Z Track Coupe
#15
2003 Nissan 350Z Enthusiast Coupe
5.72sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
14.02s ¼ mi @ 101.9 mph
0–60 mph
5.72 sec
¼ Mile ET
14.02 sec
Trap Speed
101.9 mph
Engine
3.5L V6
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
287 hp
Torque
274 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,210 lbs
Power-to-Weight
11.2 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
18 C / 24 H
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Coupe
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Motor Trend
Overall Rank
#15 of 21
2003 Nissan 350Z Enthusiast Coupe
#19
2003 Nissan 350Z Track Coupe
5.80sec 0–60
0.0s · 0mph 0.0s · 0mph
14.40s ¼ mi @ 99.7 mph
0–60 mph
5.80 sec
¼ Mile ET
14.40 sec
Trap Speed
99.7 mph
Engine
3.5L V6
Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission
6M
Horsepower
287 hp
Torque
274 lb-ft
Curb Weight
3,345 lbs
Power-to-Weight
11.7 lbs/hp
MPG EPA
18 C / 24 H / 21 Obs
Production Vehicle
Production
Body Type
Coupe
Powertrain
Gasoline
Test Source
Road & Track
Overall Rank
#19 of 21
2003 Nissan 350Z Track Coupe

How we verify Nissan 350Z performance data

We include only independently published road-test results from automotive publications. Manufacturer-claimed 0–60 times are excluded unless clearly labeled. When multiple publications test the same Nissan 350Z trim, each run is listed separately — weather, tires, surface, rollout, and instrumentation all affect results.

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Nissan 350Z 0–60 and quarter-mile distribution

0–60 vs ¼ mile · lower-left is faster
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Nissan 350Z performance FAQs

10 questions
The 2008 Nissan 350Z NISMO Coupe runs 0-60 in 5.3 seconds. In the same test, it covered the quarter-mile in 13.7 seconds at 102.3 mph. That version uses the 306-hp, 268-lb-ft VQ35HR V6, rear-wheel drive, and has a recorded curb weight of 3,371 pounds.
The quickest 350Z on record is the 2003 GReddy Performance Coupe at 4.61 seconds from 0-60. It is not a stock car, though; its modification status is heavily modified. That same build also holds the quickest quarter-mile result for a 350Z, running 12.79 seconds at 106.53 mph.
The fastest stock 350Z on record reaches 60 mph in 5.2 seconds. That time was set by a 2007 Enthusiast Coupe. A 350Z NISMO Coupe also matches that 5.2-second benchmark in recorded runs, making 5.2 seconds the stock performance ceiling for the model.
Across 21 recorded 350Z tests, the average 0-60 time is 5.57 seconds. Average quarter-mile performance is 14.09 seconds at 100.8 mph. Recorded runs range from a quickest 4.61 seconds for a heavily modified car to a slowest 6.1 seconds for a 2004 Touring Coupe.
The Z33-generation Nissan 350Z, sold from 2003 to 2008, averages 5.57 seconds from 0-60 across 21 recorded tests. The quickest Z33 run is 4.61 seconds from the 2003 GReddy Performance Coupe. Power outputs in recorded examples range from 287 to 306 horsepower, with gasoline powertrains only.
The fastest Z33 350Z on record is the 2003 GReddy Performance Coupe, which reached 60 mph in 4.61 seconds. That makes it the quickest Z33 overall. If you only want stock or production cars, the quickest Z33 benchmark is 5.2 seconds, achieved by the 2007 Enthusiast Coupe and also matched by a NISMO Coupe.
The Enthusiast Coupe is slightly quicker on average. Across recorded runs, the Enthusiast Coupe averages 5.47 seconds to 60 mph, while the Track Coupe averages 5.54 seconds. The best Enthusiast Coupe run is 5.2 seconds, compared with 5.3 seconds for the best Track Coupe result.
The NISMO Coupe has the edge in recorded testing. The NISMO averages 5.25 seconds from 0-60, while the Track Coupe averages 5.54 seconds. Best runs also favor the NISMO, at 5.2 seconds versus 5.3 seconds for the Track Coupe, making the NISMO the quicker trim in both average and peak results.
Recorded results show the roadster trims are generally slower. The Touring Roadster averages 5.73 seconds from 0-60, and the Enthusiast Roadster averages 5.75 seconds. Comparable coupe trims post stronger numbers, including the Enthusiast Coupe at 5.47 seconds average and the Track Coupe at 5.54 seconds average.
Across 21 recorded tests, the Nissan 350Z averages 14.09 seconds in the quarter-mile at 100.8 mph. The quickest quarter-mile on record is 12.79 seconds at 106.53 mph from the heavily modified 2003 GReddy Performance Coupe. For the 2008 350Z NISMO Coupe, the recorded quarter-mile time is 13.7 seconds at 102.3 mph.

Sources

Car and Driver
Motor Trend
Motor Week
Road & Track

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