NISSAN has turned up the heat on its fiery Nismo line-up with the arrival of an updated 370Z version.

Following in the tracks of the flagship GT-R Nismo, the new 370Z heralds a raft of design and engineering upgrades and is the sportiest 370Z to date.

Due to hit the streets next month, the newcomer from Nissan Motorsports International has been extensively reworked to deliver a sharper and more engaging driving experience.

And with a bolder, more powerful new look, it has even greater kerb appeal.

The front bumper has been completely redesigned and features a larger air intake, additional air inlets ahead of the wheel arch and new LED daytime running lights.

Other updates include the introduction of black headlamp bezels, special red Nismo trim at the base of the bumper, redesigned side sill and door mirror and special Nismo badging.

 The revised Z car also features new 19-inch Rays alloy wheels finished in black and silver.

At the rear, the new version features a smaller spoiler that works in tandem with the new front bumper to create significantly more downforce when driving at speed.

And Nissan says the force is more evenly distributed over the front and rear axles, giving a more balanced feeling on the road.

Inside, the seats are based on the Recaro Sportster and have been tailored specifically for use in the 370Z Nismo and are trimmed in red and black leather and Alcantara to match the steering wheel.

Available only as a coupe with a six-speed manual gearbox , the car is powered by a 344PS, 3.7-litre six-cylinder engine capable of 0-62mph in 5.2 seconds and has a dual exhaust system.

The 370Z also remains the only car in the sector to offer Syncro Rev Control - the world's first fully synchronised down/up shift rev control system.

Prices and specifications will be announced closer to the launch.