Next Z to be unveiled in 2013 Tokyo auto show.

Ubetit

The VQ gets no respect

DLSTR

Thanks for posting. Interesting but reminds me why the US motoring press is abysmal. These guys have about as much personality and overt passion as a pile of sand. Top Gear UK as crazy as it is and staged would present the same data with some personality.

As far as the Z commentary-- Total speculation and useless. HOLY Fk the Z is 5 years old!! Id hate to hear what they say about the 911 LOL! Any car can use improvement I dont think an entire new car is warranted. Targeted refinement much like the GT-R would be super in my opinion.

Volk Z

It is a great engine but honestly its time for a refresh... I have been a VQ guy for over 11 years with 2 350z's and my 370z. I cant say its the most exhilirating engine i have ever experienced..

I found the EVO 8 4 cylinder was more fun out of the box... My 370z engine seems a little more enjoyable then my VQ35 in my 04 350z but it still needs boost or something like the Celica GT-S engine had with lifters for the cams that gave it a nice pop at 6k rpms...

My request to Nissan is a 325hp+ 4 cylinder turbo with a curb weight of 2800 pounds. The engine should be able to obtain 28-30mpg or higher on highway with direct injection etc. My wifes 275hp Sonata turbo gets 35mpg and is a blast to drive.

Everyone is begging for the BRZ and FRS to offer a boosted model.... Its Nissans chance to slap a 4 cyl turbo in the Z and steal that market niche.

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It got respect in its time. Nissan has really stretched the lifecycle and that comes with challenges (to the performance as well as the ability of the press to get excited about it!)