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Contender: 2023 Nissan Z

PROS

• Comfortable ride

• Approachable handling limits

• More power than before

CONS

• Extra power offset by extra mass

• Cabin feels old despite being new

• Limited-slip differential only on upper trims

VEHICLE LAYOUT Front-engine, RWD, 2-pass, 2-door hatchback

ENGINE, TRANSMISSION 3.0L twin-turbo direct-injected DOHC 24-valve 60-degree V-6, 6-speed manual

CURB WEIGHT (F/R DIST) 3,519 lb (57/43%)

 100.4 in

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