New 2026 Nissan Z
Starting at $42,970
2026 Nissan Z: A Review of the Newest High-Performance Sports Car Model Year
Learn everything you need to know about the new Nissan Z and why it's worth considering as your next vehicle.
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2026 Nissan Z Release Date
2026 Nissan Z Changes - What's New?
The 2026 Nissan Z has the following changes for this model year:- Return of the Heritage Edition model
- New Two-tone Boulder Gray/Super Black and Midnight Purple paint colors
- Restyled front exterior
- New six-speed manual transmission for the NISMO
- Updated shocks with larger pistons to enhance body control
- Redesigned front bumper to reduce drag and lift
2026 Nissan Z Price, Trims, & Configurations
The 2026 Nissan Z has four trim levels, with pricing starting at:- Sport: $42,970 MSRP
- Performance: $52,970 MSRP
- Heritage Edition: $2,940 add-on for the Performance ($55,920 MSRP total)
- NISMO: $65,750 MSRP
2026 Nissan Z Sport
The 2026 Nissan Z Sport is the entry-level trim, with pricing starting at $42,970 MSRP.Its key features include:
- 18" Gray Metallic aluminum alloy wheels and Yokohama ADVAN Sport high-performance tires
- Two-piston front calipers and one-piston rear caliper
- Side sill spoilers
2026 Nissan Z Performance
The 2026 Nissan Z Performance is the mid-level trim, with pricing starting at $52,970 MSRP.
Its key features include:
- 19" RAYS Dark Metallic forged-alloy wheels and Bridgestone Potenza high-performance tires
- Akebono four-piston front calipers and two-piston rear calipers with 14 rotors
- Front chin/rear spoilers
2026 Nissan Z Heritage Edition
The 2026 Nissan Z Heritage Edition returned to the lineup with an add-on price of $2,940 for the Performance trim only, totalling $55,920 MSRP.
Its key features include:
- 19" bronze 19" RAYS wheels and Dunlop SP SPORT MAXX tires
- Carbon fiber rear spoiler with Twin Turbo badge and Twin Turbo side decal
- Heritage Edition C-pillar decals, unique illuminated kick plates, and carpeted floor mats
2026 Nissan Z NISMO
The 2026 Nissan Z NISMO is the top-level performance-oriented trim, with pricing starting at $65,750 MSRP.
Its key features include:
- 19" NISMO RAYS Gloss Black forged-alloy wheels and summer performance tires
- NISMO/Akebono four-piston front calipers and two-piston rear calipers with 15 rotors
- Aerodynamic body design, larger brakes, stiffer suspension, and a limited-slip differential
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2026 Nissan Z Exterior Design & Dimensions
The 2026 Nissan Z is a high-performance sports coupe with two doors and a retro-inspired body. It has a raised hood bulge with sharp creases, twin crescent-shaped LED running lights, and an elongated oval-shaped front grille.
The NISMO gets a restyled grille with a thinner honeycomb mesh, a taller and wider three-piece rear spoiler, canards at the front corners, red accents, and an exclusive Stealth Gray paint. An updated front fascia with a two-tier split grille design is standard across all other trims.
It comes in the following paint colors, with select availability per trim:
- Bayside Blue QuadCoat (Sport & Performance)
- Black Diamond Pearl (All trims)
- Gun Metallic (Sport & Performance)
- Midnight Purple (Heritage Edition) - new
- Two-tone Boulder Gray/Super Black (Sport & Performance) - new
- Two-tone Pearl White TriCoat/Super Black (All trims)
- Two-tone Solid Red/Super Black (All trims)
- Two-tone Stealth Gray/Super Black (NISMO)
2026 Nissan Z Interior Design & Features
As a high-performance sports coupe, the 2026 Nissan Z interior can fit up to two people, with sport bucket seats and a cockpit layout.
Standard infotainment features include a 12.3" multi-function information display, wireless Bluetooth audio/phone connectivity, Apple CarPlay integration, and Android Auto compatibility. The base-level Sport has an 8" NissanConnect touchscreen, while the rest of the lineup has a 9" touchscreen. All trims get a standard eight-speaker Bose premium audio system, except the Sport, with a six-speaker Nissan audio system.
The 2026 Nissan Z interior dimensions are the same for all trims:
- Leg Room: 42.9"
- Head Room: 38.2"
- Hip Room: 54.6"
- Shoulder Room: 54.2"
- Passenger Volume: 51.4 cu.-ft.
- Max Cargo Volume: 6.9 cu.-ft.
A small tray in front of the gear level, a center console, cupholders, small bins, and an additional glovebox provide storage for your items. A cargo stabilizer system and cargo shade are available.
It comes in the following cabin themes, with select availability per trim level:
- Graphite cloth (Sport)
- Graphite leather appointments/synthetic suede (Performance & Heritage Edition)
- Graphite Red leather appointments/Alcantara with Red accents (NISMO)
- Blue leather appointments/synthetic suede (Performance)
- Red leather appointments/synthetic suede (Performance)
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2026 Nissan Z Engine Options & Capabilities
The 2026 Nissan Z engine is a front 3.0 L twin-turbocharged V-6 paired with a six-speed manual transmission, producing up to 400 hp and 350 lb-ft of torque. The Sport and Performance trims have an available nine-speed automatic transmission with the same powertrain specs. The NISMO gets an exclusive-tuned version of the same engine and standard nine-speed unit, producing up to 420hp and 384 lb.-ft. of torque.
The MPG ratings vary per trim level and configuration:
| TRIM LEVEL & CONFIGURATION | MPG RATINGS |
| Sport (Automatic) | 19 MPG city/28 MPG highway/22 MPG combined |
| Sport (Manual) | 18 MPG city/24 MPG highway/20 MPG combined |
| Performance (Automatic) | 19 MPG city/28 MPG highway/22 MPG combined |
| Performance (Manual) | 18 MPG city/24 MPG highway/20 MPG combined |
| NISMO (Automatic only) | 17 MPG city/24 MPG highway/19 MPG combined |
According to testing, the 2026 Nissan Z accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in 4.5 seconds with the manual transmission, 4.3 seconds with the automatic, and in 3.9 seconds for the NISMO. We may see a slight improvement in acceleration times for the 2026 Z NISMO.
There are three selectable drive modes to customize the car's settings to your driving preferences:
- Standard: Default drive mode for daily driving
- Sport: Increased throttle response and steering
- Sport+: Enhanced throttle response and quicker downshifts (NISMO-exclusive)
2026 Nissan Z Safety Ratings & Technology
The 2026 Nissan Z safety ratings aren't yet available, including last year's models.
Its standard safety and driver assistance features include:
- Automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection
- Blind spot warning
- Hill start assist
- Intelligent cruise control
- Lane departure warning
2026 Nissan Z Reviews: Should You Shop the Newest High-Performance Sports Car Model?
The 2026 Nissan Z is perfect for sports car enthusiasts who want a high-performance vehicle with new offerings that weren't available before. Don't just take our word for it. Several automobile publications have praised the new model year.Car and Driver ranked the 2026 Nissan Z in their top five Best Sports Cars for its strong powertrain, handsome styling, and accessible pricing compared to competitors.
U.S. News & World Report also ranked the 2026 Nissan Z in their Best Sports Cars for 2026 for its packed features, highly capable performance, and shared that it's a "blast to drive thanks to its dialed-in handling."
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2026 Nissan Z FAQs:
Where is the 2026 Nissan Z Made?
The Nissan Z is made at the Tochigi Plant in Japan.
Does Nissan Still Make the Z Car?
Yes, Nissan still makes the Z car.
Does the 2026 Nissan Z Have a Back Seat?
No, the 2026 Nissan Z doesn’t have a back seat. It’s a two-seat coupe.
Does the 2026 Nissan Z Come in Manual?
Yes, the 2026 Nissan Z comes in a six-speed manual transmission for the Sport and Performance trims. A nine-speed automatic transmission is available for the Sport and Performance, and standard on the NISMO.
How Fast is a 2026 Nissan Z?
The 2026 Nissan Z accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in 4.5 seconds with the manual transmission, 4.3 seconds with the automatic, and in 3.9 seconds for the NISMO model.
What Engine Is In the 2026 Nissan Z?
The 2026 Nissan Z engine is a twin-turbo V6 and the NISMO has an exclusively tuned version.
How Much is a 2026 Nissan Z?
The 2026 Nissan Z price starts at $42,970 MSRP.
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A powerful twin-turbo V6 engine up front, an available manual transmission in the middle, and the ideal balance of rear-wheel drive in the back are wrapped in a stunning coupe body with a cockpit focused on the drive. This is the 2026 Nissan Z sports car.