1984 Nissan 300ZX
US · Two Seaters
The 1984 Nissan 300ZX is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- Varies by configuration: 3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged (FFS,TRBO), 3.0L 6-cylinder (FFS), 3.0L 6-cylinder (FFS) CA model), 3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged (FFS,TRBO) CA model)
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) combined

Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged (FFS,TRBO), 3.0L 6-cylinder (FFS), 3.0L 6-cylinder (FFS) CA model), 3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged (FFS,TRBO) CA model) | |
| Displacement | 3.0 L | |
| Cylinders | 6 | |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual | |
| Gears | 4 to 5 |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 15 mpg (15.7 L/100 km) to 18 mpg (13.1 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km) to 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Drivetrain, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
16 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
- 300ZX 2x2 · 3.0L · 4-speed automatic
- 300ZX 2x2 · 3.0L · 4-speed automatic
- 300ZX 2x2 · 3.0L · 4-speed automatic
- 300ZX 2x2 · 3.0L · 4-speed automatic
- 300ZX 2x2 · 3.0L · 5-speed manual
- 300ZX 2x2 · 3.0L · 5-speed manual
- 300ZX 2x2 · 3.0L · 5-speed manual
- 300ZX 2x2 · 3.0L · 5-speed manual
- 3.0L · 4-speed automatic
- 3.0L · 4-speed automatic
- 3.0L · 4-speed automatic
- 3.0L · 4-speed automatic
- 3.0L · 5-speed manual
- 3.0L · 5-speed manual
- 3.0L · 5-speed manual
- 3.0L · 5-speed manual
Recalls
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 10, 2026.
95I006000: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
THIS IS NOT A SAFETY RECALL CAMPAIGN IN ACCORDANCE WITH FEDERAL REGULATION 573. HOWEVER, IT IS DEEMED A SAFETY IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN BY THE AGENCY. THE CAMPAIGN WILL REPLACE THE FUEL INJECTORS AND RELATED HOSES OF AFFECTED VEHICLES WHICH COULD LEAK.
Remedy: NISSAN DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL INJECTORS AND RELATED HOSES ON THE AFFECTED VEHICLES.
Reported November 1, 1995. View on NHTSA
87V098000: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:LEVER AND LINKAGE:FLOOR SHIFT
UNINTENDED ACCELERATION MAY OCCUR, FOR EXAMPLE, WHEN SHIFTING FROM THE PARK POSITION.
Remedy: INSTALL A SHIFT INTERLOCK SYSTEM WHICH PREVENTS THE TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER FROM BEING MOVED FROM THE PARK POSITION UNLESS THE BRAKE PEDAL IS DEPRESSED.
Reported July 6, 1987. View on NHTSA
85V021000: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS:SWITCH
IMPURE LUBRICATING GREASE USED IN THE HEADLIGHT SWITCHES COULD CONTAMINATE ONE OR MORE CONTACT POINTS. OPERATION OF THE HEADLIGHTS COULD BE DELAYED OR NOT LIGHT WHEN THE SWITCH IS TURNED ON OR WHEN THE DIMMER SWITCH IS OPERATED. CONSEQUENCE OF…
Remedy: REPLACE HEADLIGHT SWITCH AS NECESSARY.
Reported March 1, 1985. View on NHTSA
84V057000: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
BRAKES MAY FAIL SUDDENLY WHEN APPLIED. COMPONENTS WITHIN THE MASTER CYLINDER MAY BE EXPELLED BECAUSE A CLIP WHICH RETAINS THEM MAY NOT BE PROPERLY INSTALLED.
Remedy: A NEW "C" CLIP WILL BE INSTALLED AT NO CHARGE.
Reported May 2, 1984. View on NHTSA
83V125000: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:HOOD:LATCH
THE HOOD LATCH MAY FAIL TO HOLD THE HOOD IN POSITION DUE TO A MISALIGNMENT OF THE SECONDARY HOOD LATCH. THIS CONDITION IS DUE TO A DEFORMATION OF THE HOOD DURING MANUFACTURE.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW SECONDARY LATCH AT NO CHARGE.
Reported November 20, 1983. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 25, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 25, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: October 25, 2026
Data verified: October 27, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
Related vehicles
- 1985 Nissan 300ZX
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged ((FFS,TRBO) CA model), 3.0L 6-cylinder ((FFS) CA model), 3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged ((GUZZLER) (FFS,TRBO)), 3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged ((FFS,TRBO)), 3.0L 6-cylinder ((FFS)) · RWD
19 mpg (12.4 L/100 km) to 16 mpg (14.7 L/100 km)
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 1984 Nissan 300ZX have?
Varies by configuration: 3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged ((FFS,TRBO)), 3.0L 6-cylinder ((FFS)), 3.0L 6-cylinder ((FFS) CA model), 3.0L 6-cylinder turbocharged ((FFS,TRBO) CA model). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 1984 Nissan 300ZX?
Combined fuel economy is 17 mpg (13.8 L/100 km) to 20 mpg (11.8 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Are there recalls for the 1984 Nissan 300ZX?
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 10, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.