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nuTinmuch

06-03-2010 10:10 AM

Rumormill: Next-gen Nissan Z to get Mercedes V6, I4-hybrid?

Rumormill: Next-gen Nissan Z to get Mercedes V6, I4-hybrid?

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Given the reality of upcoming CO2 emissions regulations in both Europe and North America, it's not much of a stretch to assume that the next generation Nissan Z will get more fuel efficient. How Nissan will manage to extract those extra miles per gallon and reduced emissions is purely conjecture on the part of everyone outside of Nissan's engineering staff at this point.

Thankfully, the British motoring press has no aversion to speculation or even simply stuff up. In the wake of the cooperation deal between Daimler and the Renault-Nissan alliance, the future of the Z is a ripe target for such prognostication. Could the 370Z successor get a version of the 3.5-liter V6 hybrid powertrain from the Mercedes S400? How about a V6 diesel or inline-four diesel-hybrid?

Rumormill: Next-gen Nissan Z to get Mercedes V6, I4-hybrid? — Autoblog

Interesting discussion, here. Some educated guesses on what the future holds for out car -- if it holds anything at all.

antman22

06-03-2010 10:52 AM

I'd rather have the 6.3L AMG v8.....

nolan1016

06-03-2010 10:53 AM

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Originally Posted by antman22 (Post 561740)

I'd rather have the 6.3L AMG v8.....

Now thats what Im talking about! with a 6k price increase with it

kenchan

06-03-2010 11:31 AM

would the next nismo actually be faster than the base?

spearfish25

06-03-2010 01:10 PM

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Originally Posted by kenchan (Post 561808)

would the next nismo actually be faster than the base?

LOL

Probably not...that would go against all the previous Nissan Z model-line strategy.

NISMO = laden the car with supports, struts, and other 'mods' that in theory make it 'better' but in reality make it slower.

Zaku	06-03-2010 02:14 PM

If it's a I4 hybrid then call it a Silvia not a Z >: (

AK370Z

06-03-2010 02:22 PM

As I have said here, http://www.the370z.com/nissan-370z-p...0049-just.html :facepalm:

I like my car just the way I like my women - natural! :icon17:

6spd	06-03-2010 02:27 PM

we should all be happy we got the last true Z's.

nuTinmuch

06-03-2010 04:29 PM

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Originally Posted by AK370Z (Post 562054)

As I have said here, http://www.the370z.com/nissan-370z-p...0049-just.html :facepalm:

I like my car just the way I like my women - natural! :icon17:

I want a turbo! But there is a special charm about an NA engine. :)

Zsteve

06-03-2010 06:44 PM

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Originally Posted by AK370Z (Post 562054)

As I have said here, http://www.the370z.com/nissan-370z-p...0049-just.html :facepalm:

I like my car just the way I like my women - natural! :icon17:

Unshaven???

http://open.salon.com/files/hairy_woman1248113371.jpg

antennahead

06-03-2010 10:15 PM

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Originally Posted by AK370Z (Post 562054)

As I have said here, http://www.the370z.com/nissan-370z-p...0049-just.html :facepalm:

I like my car just the way I like my women - barefoot and pregnant! :icon17:

AK, I never knew you were such a Chauvinist :bowrofl:

frost

06-03-2010 10:23 PM

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Originally Posted by antennahead (Post 562870)

AK, I never knew you were such a Chauvinist :bowrofl:

This is what happened when AK's woman left the kitchen ...

http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_kVBIKsx0Zq...s1600/slap.jpg

AK370Z

06-03-2010 10:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Zsteve (Post 562545)

Unshaven???

[IMG http://open.salon.com/files/hairy_woman1248113371.jpg[/IMG]

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Originally Posted by antennahead (Post 562870)

AK, I never knew you were such a Chauvinist :bowrofl:

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Originally Posted by frost (Post 562889)

This is what happened when AK's woman left the kitchen ...

http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_kVBIKsx0Zq...s1600/slap.jpg

:facepalm: :bowrofl:

This thread went from Hybrid engine to a whole another topic! :roflpuke2:

antennahead

06-03-2010 10:42 PM

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Originally Posted by AK370Z (Post 562898)

:facepalm: :bowrofl:

This thread went from Hybrid engine to a whole another topic! :roflpuke2:

We is shifty like that sometimes :tup:

antennahead

06-03-2010 10:46 PM

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Originally Posted by frost (Post 562889)

This is what happened when AK's woman left the kitchen ...

BTW, the woman in that pic with the famous actor Glenn Ford is Erin Grey............. I was a big fan of her in the 70's and 80's :tup:

TreyUT

06-04-2010 12:24 PM

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Nissan has plans to drastically shake up the design of its next-generation Z-car. There’s mention of diesel engines and a four-cylinder hybrid powertrain, which is sourced as part of its recent tie-up with Daimler.

As part of their deal, Renault-Nissan will supply three and four-cylinder petrol engines and electric technology to Daimler. In exchange, Renault-Nissan will receive four, six and eight-cylinder powerplants. Reports say that CEO Carlos Ghosn wants to install some of those units in the next Zed to make sure that the car meets the stricter emission standards. Continued after the jump!

Having more environmentally friendly versions would also entice buyers in Japan’s domestic sports car market. Nissan is mulling over three new engines for the Zed. The first is a 3.5-liter V6 hybrid set-up used in Mercedes-Benz S400 while Nissan may also opt to have its own, similar-sized motor from the forthcoming Infiniti M hybrid.

Push370zzz

06-04-2010 03:32 PM

i think i'm going to be sick
:wtf2:

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