2009 Nissan 370Z problems, recalls, safety rating, MPG & value

Q: What gas mileage does the 2009 Nissan 370Z get?

The 2009 Nissan 370Z has a U.S. EPA estimate of 21 mpg combined (18 city / 26 highway).

Q: How much is a 2009 Nissan 370Z worth?

Comparable 2009 Nissan 370Z listings run roughly $13,400–$21,000, typically around $16,798 (from 28 vehicles).

2009 Nissan 370Z at a glance

Owner complaints153

Combined21 mpg

Typical price$16,798

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2009 Nissan 370Z common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 153 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Steering

Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.

Electrical System

Test every electrical feature: windows, locks, infotainment, charging and all lights. Watch for flickering, dead accessories or warning lights.

Power Train

Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.

Fuel/propulsion System

Check for fuel or battery warnings, hard starts and stalling. On a hybrid/EV, confirm charging and range behave normally.

Engine

Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.

Air Bags

Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.

2009 Nissan 370Z MPG & running costs

Combined21 mpg

City18 mpg

Highway26 mpg

Est. annual fuel cost$3,900

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

What's a 2009 Nissan 370Z worth?

Low

$13,400

Typical price

$16,798

High

$21,000

From 28 comparable 2009 Nissan 370Z listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2009 Nissan 370Z costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$19,500

Fuel only$19,500

Per mile$0.26

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.