Shanghai Auto Show: Nissan's 190HP Compact Sport Concept

Nissan unveiled a new design study called Compact Sport Concept at the Shanghai Auto Show. The prototype three-door hatchback is the work of Nissan's global design center in Japan and the brand's Beijing design studio in China. According to the Japanese automaker, the Compact Sport Concept is designed “for young customers in emerging countries”.

Despite the lack of information, it appears that the aggressively styled concept is loosely based on the Micra, as it borrows several elements from Nissan's supermini including the headlight and the two-part grille designs. The hot hatch sports a heavily-sculpted bodywork, with bulged wheel arches, massive bumpers and a windshield that wraps around the center part of the roof.

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Nissan Announces Nine Models for Tokyo Auto Salon Including Juke Sporty and Leaf Aero Concept

At the upcoming Tokyo Auto Salon 2011 with NAPAC (Japan Car Parts and Aftermarket Promotion Association), to be held from January 14 to 16, Nissan, together with Autech Japan and its in-house NISMO performance division, will premiere a total of nine vehicles.

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Nissan Releases Pricing for 2011 370Z Range

We just got our hands on the pricing for the 2011 model year Nissan 370Z range. The base 370Z Coupe starts at US$30,610, while US$37,520 will get you in the Roadster model. The more potent Nismo 370Z is priced at US$49,990. All MSRPs exclude destination and handling fees.

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Peter Brock's Anniversary BRE Edition Nissan 370Z Revealed

AutoTrader Classics' Michael Boulton snagged the very first photos of the finished BRE Edition Nissan 370Z racer that was revealed on Thursday during the Brock Racing Enterprises reunion dinner honoring Peter Brock (not to be confused with the famous Australian racing driver who passed away in 2006) and crew.

Built to commemorate the 40th anniversary of Brock Racing Enterprises' (BRE) win at the SCCA National Championship at Road Atlanta with a 240Z in 1970, the specially modified Nismo 370Z racer features the classic vintage red, white, and blue BRE paint scheme.

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NISMO 370Z: 47-High Res Photos on 350HP U.S. Spec Version of the Z

Here's the all-new, second generation NISMO 370Z that is scheduled to be officially unveiled along with the Nissan 370Z Roadster at tomorrow's NY Auto Show. Aimed exclusively for the U.S. market, the NISMO 370Z is set to go on sale at Nissan dealers in the States in June 2009. Highlights include a tweaked version of the 3.7-liter V6 with 350HP, a sportier tuned suspension and a full bodykit complemented by a set of super-lightweight forged alloy wheels

Developed by Nissan's Specialty Vehicles Group in conjunction with Autech Japan, the performance orientated NISMO 370Z is powered by a modified version of the standard car's 3.7-liter V6 engine which now produces 350HP and 276-lbs/ft of peak torque, or 18 more horsepower and 6-lb/ft more torque respectively. As expected, the NISMO is offered only with the close-ratio 6-speed manual gearbox with

Chassis upgrades include a revised steering wheel system, NISMO-branded strut tower brace for enhanced body rigidity and performance dampers plus a NISMO-tuned suspension with special springs and stabilizer bars. Furthermore, all NISMO 370Zs come with standard Nissan Sport Brakes and a Viscous Limited-Slip Differential (VLSD).

The NISMO-prepped 370Z rides on 5-spoke 19-inch RAYS forged aluminum-alloy wheels shod with Yokohama ADVAN Sport Y-rated high-performance tires.

Complementing the mechanical upgrades, the NISMO 370Z comes equipped with a functional and fully integrated aerodynamic body kit that includes an extended front nose with a canard design at each corner and a lip spoiler, side sills, a unique rear bumper and a large rear spoiler.

As for the interior, it benefits from NISMO logo seats with black and red fabric and red stitching, a NISMO tachometer, a leather steering wheel red parallel stitching, leather-wrapped shift knob and aluminum trimmed pedals plus a serialized plaque.