2024 Nissan Z NISMO

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Price Range: $65,750

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This latest-generation 2024 Nissan Z is a huge step forward for the brand's legendary sports car. It's more modern and more comfortable than the previous model. The main Z versions lack the speed, precision and driver engagement that we think discerning drivers will expect, though the Z Nismo trim is pretty good at meeting those demands.Read full review

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2024 Nissan Z Review

Pros

Lots of torque from the turbocharged V6 engine
Comfortable ride
Pleasing combination of retro style and modern touches

Cons

Not as satisfying to drive at the limit as other sports cars
Requires 93 octane for maximum performance
Manual gearbox lacks smoothness

What's new

Higher-performance Nismo model debuts
Z Nismo adds a bit more power, plus aero and handling upgrades
Part of the seventh Z generation introduced for 2023

Overview

Written by automotive expert Jared Gall

12/9/2025

Redesigned for 2023 on a heavily revised version of its predecessor's basic architecture, the Z carries on the proud tradition of the Nissan sports car. Whether a 240, a 300, a 350 or a 370, it was always a Z car, and so instead of following the rest of the auto industry down a rabbit hole of increasingly convoluted (and decreasingly relevant) alphanumerics, Nissan dumped the numbers and is simply calling this generation the Z. Its long-nose/short-deck proportions, two-seat layout and rear-wheel drive are decidedly traditional, but its twin-turbocharged V6, nine-speed automatic and digital instrument panel are all modern.

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Edmunds spotlight: The new 2024 Z Nismo

For 2024, Nissan has brought back the Nismo version for drivers who want a car with more of a track-ready attitude. It comes with a variety of upgrades that hone the Z's performance. Firmer suspension tuning, more direct and accurate steering, special wheels, gripper tires and more powerful brakes are all exclusive to the Nismo. It also has a more powerful version of the turbocharged V6. In the Nismo, it makes 420 horsepower and 384 lb-ft, which is up 20 hp and 34 lb-ft from the other Z trims. A nine-speed automatic transmission is standard, but unlike on the other trims, you can't get a manual gearbox on the Nismo.

Competitors to consider

The Toyota GR Supra is a front-engine rear-wheel-drive two-seater, and it's definitely worth test-driving alongside the Z. We also like the redesigned Ford Mustang. It's bigger and heavier than the Z but still offers a compelling mix of muscle car bravado and modern tech. BMW's 2 Series coupe is another worthwhile option. Check out our Expert Rating of the 2024 Nissan Z to learn more.

Edmunds Expert Rating

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Average

7.3

out of 10

We drove the 2024 Nissan Z on our test track and on real roads. Our Edmunds team conducts rigorous independent vehicle testing, driving 500,000 miles a year.

Driving experience: 0-60, engine & performance

7.5/10

How does the Z drive? Fitted with the six-speed manual transmission, our test car accelerated from 0 to 60 mph in 5 seconds flat and crossed the quarter mile in 13.6 seconds at just over 106 mph. Those numbers are a fair bit slower than the six-cylinder Toyota GR Supra. We tested the Z using launch control and 91 octane fuel, which is the best we can get since Edmunds is based in California. Adding insult to injury for the Z, Nissan says the Z needs 93 octane, which is not available in many states (including California), to achieve its full performance potential. While we love the option of a six-speed manual and the Z's automatic rev matching, the gearbox feels a bit cumbersome and not nearly as precise as the manual gearbox in the Mustang.

Handling and braking numbers similarly trail those put up by its main rivals, with the Z Performance stopping from 60 mph in 112 feet and registering 0.98 g of lateral grip on our skidpad. Pure sports cars feel better and more engaging the harder you push them, but when pushed the Nissan starts to feel more reluctant and less satisfying to drive. Body control and steering feedback could use a lot of refinement near the limit, and while the brakes feel strong, the antilock braking system can feel a bit crude, allowing slight brake lockup that can briefly unsettle the car. The Z is simply at its best when you can lean on its torque-rich engine and not rush things, an attribute that makes the Z Sport and Performance trims more grand-touring coupes than sports cars. The Nismo's sharper handling and steering are a definite upgrade for hardcore sports car fans.

Comfort: seats, ease of use, and getting in & out

8/10

How comfortable is the Z? Outright performance might not be the Z's strong suit, but it certainly is one of the more comfortable sport coupes on the market. The heated seats on our Performance trim level test car featured both manual and power adjustments, and our drivers found them plenty comfortable. The Z's day-to-day ride quality is also commendable. The low-profile tires do let a lot of small, sharp impacts into the cabin, but larger bumps, at both low and high speed, are dispatched with ease, making the Z ideal for longer road trips.

The Nissan's climate system maintained excellent control over cabin temperatures, even with triple-digit temperatures, and we appreciated the easy-to-adjust vents. The three easy-to-use round dials that control the climate system are appreciated, but they are a bit set back under the dashboard and can be tough to read at a quick glance. We're less enamored with the noise, or at least the quality of the noise, emanating from the Z's turbocharged engine. It lacks the refinement of the GR Supra's turbocharged engine and doesn't sound particularly sonorous at any point during acceleration.

Interior

7.5/10

How’s the interior? This new generation of Z represents a desperately needed leap forward in interior design and construction. It feels less claustrophobic than the previous model and provides a driver-centric layout with lots of useful information. The digital instrument cluster is somewhat customizable, and even though we think it could use a bit of streamlining, the display is crisp and readable in all lighting situations. We can say the same thing about the 9-inch touchscreen. It's the newest Nissan system and it features easy-to-read graphics and is quick to respond to inputs, but the menu structure and various redundant home screens could use a rethink.

For as low as the Z sits, it's not overly difficult to get in and out of thanks to generous door openings and fairly unrestrictive seats. As with most low-slung coupes, visibility is less than ideal. The Z offers fair visibility directly out of the back, but the blind spots are bigger than in other coupes and the view forward is hindered by a lower seating position and large windshield pillars — something the driver will definitely notice on a twisty road.

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Buying Tips for the 2024 Nissan Z for December

Get ready to confidently negotiate the best deal on the 2024 Nissan Z with these expert tips.

For new buyers, the average market price of the 2024 Nissan Z is approximately 13% below the MSRP, offering potential savings of around $8,588 per vehicle.
Currently, there are no customer cash rebates or special APR offers available for the 2024 Nissan Z.
New Nissan Z inventory is available nationwide, with 63 new vehicles, mainly in the Performance trim, which takes an average of 315 days to sell, indicating some room for negotiation.
Used buyers should note that the lowest displayed dealer price for a used model is $35,882 for the Sport trim, with 47 vehicles nationwide.
The Performance trim, with 176 used units in the inventory, sells quickly, staying on lots for an average of only 31 days. This means less room for negotiation, so act fast if you find one you like.
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In-cabin tech: infotainment & phone integration

6.5/10

How’s the tech? The Z has been given Nissan's latest touchscreen interface. Graphics are crisp and the response times are fairly quick, but the layout of the home screen graphics as well as some of the information it can display are pretty questionable. (Do you really need to check your stock prices in this car?) We thought our test car's Bose audio system was just OK, lacking the richness and resolution we'd expect from a branded audio system.

Thankfully the touchscreen is easy to reach because the Z's voice control system leaves a lot to be desired. It has a pretty rigid menu structure, and the system had a difficult time understanding many of our commands. We were similarly underwhelmed by the Z's driver assist systems. We found the adaptive cruise control and the lane departure warning to be far too sensitive for a sports car. But it's the Z's stability control system that needs the most work. You can disable it, but there's no middle setting that allows for more enthusiastic driving while still keeping a safety net in place. The Mustang and GR Supra offer better sport-oriented stability control systems.

Storage: cargo space & space for small items

6.5/10

How’s the storage? Despite the seemingly large hatchback, the Z is far from the most practical two-door coupe. With a meager 6.9 cubic feet of cargo capacity, it trails the GR Supra and Mustang, and the cargo area is compromised by its shallow depth and open-to-the-cockpit design. This means groceries will either be flattened under the rear glass or wind up in the front seat if you're not careful. A rudimentary cargo stabilizer system and cargo shade are offered by Nissan, and we would strongly suggest buying them.

Storage for passengers is a bit better but isn't always convenient. There's a small tray in front of the gear lever, and the cupholders and center console can manage smaller personal items just fine. The problem is with the larger storage areas. They are tucked just behind the front seats, but since the front seats don't easily flip forward for access, you can really only reach the small bins and extra glovebox once you're seated in the car.

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MPG: gas mileage & fuel economy

8/10

How’s the fuel economy? The EPA estimates a six-speed Z will get 20 mpg combined, and we were pleasantly surprised to see our test car achieve nearly 26 mpg on our mixed-driving evaluation route. The Z backed that figure up with another result of just over 24 mpg on a separate tank of fuel with far more city traffic mixed in. If you opt for the nine-speed automatic, the EPA says the Z should get 22 mpg combined.

Value: cost, features & warranty

7.5/10

Is the Z a good value? What you want from the Nissan Z will heavily influence whether you think it's a good value. The Z lacks the bang for the buck of rivals like the the Chevy Camaro SS, Ford Mustang GT and Toyota GR Supra. But if you simply want a stylish, sporty coupe that focuses more on comfort than all-out speed, the Z makes more sense at this price. Build quality is solid, and the Z is available with an appealing array of interior color options. Warranties for the Z are fairly standard, with three years/36,000 miles of bumper-to-bumper and five years/60,000 miles of powertrain coverage. Roadside assistance is included for three years/36,000 miles.

Wildcard

7.5/10

The Nissan Z is a tricky car to pin down. Its styling and sports car heritage are a bit misleading because it leans much more toward a grand-touring coupe than a true sports car. Besides the Nismo trim, the Z simply lacks the performance, the reflexes and the visceral excitement you can get from a more focused sports car. But that's not to say the Z isn't a good drive. It offers attractive styling, a torquey engine and a far more comfortable ride than most other low-slung coupes could dream of, especially over long distances. There's a bit of refinement that's still lacking in this new Z, but it's got a character all its own.

2024 Nissan Z trim level differences

The 2024 Nissan Z is a two-door sport coupe with three available trim levels: Sport, Performance and Z Nismo. Every Z is powered by a twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 engine driving the rear wheels. For the Sport and Performance versions, a six-speed manual is standard and a nine-speed automatic is available at no extra cost. Output from the V6 stands at a stout 400 horsepower and 350 lb-ft of torque. Step up to the automatic-only Z Nismo, and the V6 is boosted to 420 hp and 384 lb-ft.

Which Z trim does Edmunds recommend?

We think the Performance trim is the one that gives you the best value for the Z. It includes larger brakes, wider and stickier tires, and a limited-slip differential, as well as non-performance niceties like a larger touchscreen and heated front seats. You get these features as well on the new Nismo, and it's certainly the best-driving version of the Z. But it's a big price jump to get the Nismo, making it pretty hard to justify.

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2024 Nissan Z NISMO 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 9A)

The Nismo version is beautiful and a head turner. Great handling, fast, and fun to drive. Gas mileage is not so great but it makes up for it

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U-DRAG RACE: BMW M2 vs. Nissan Z Nismo | Quarter Mile, Handling & More

Welcome back to Edmunds U-Drags, our series of down-and-back drag races that incorporate a standing quarter mile, handling, and a rolling start all in one race! In this episode, the fired-up BMW M2 faces off against the Nissan Z Nismo. Which pumped-up sport coupe will take the win?

2024 Nissan Z Features & Specs

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NISMO

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$65,750
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	19 MPG
Cost to Drive	$230/month
Seating	2 seats
Drivetrain	rear wheel drive
Warranty	3 years / 36,000 miles

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Reliability

The 2024 Nissan Z has a 3 years / 36,000 miles basic warranty and 2 recalls.

Recalls

2 recalls found

Checking if a car has a recall is simple. Just type the car's VIN number into the NHTSA website (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls). If there's an unrepaired recall, you'll see it there.

If a recall shows up, just call your local car dealer. They'll know about the recall and will work with the car maker to fix it for free (if the recall happened within 10 years of the car being first sold).

Recall Number:: 24V798000
Manufacturer Recall Number:: R24B6
Number of vehicles affected:: 4036
Defect Description:: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Nissan Z vehicles. The connectors for the right-side pedestrian detection sensors may be reversed in the front bumper harness, which can prevent the pop-up engine hood from activating as intended.
Defect Consequence:: A pop-up engine hood that does not activate in a pedestrian crash can increase the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:: Dealers will replace the front bumper harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 11, 2024. Owners may contact Nissan customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R24B6.

Recall Number:: 23V725000
Manufacturer Recall Number:: R23C8
Number of vehicles affected:: 988
Defect Description:: Nissan North America, Inc. (Nissan) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Nissan Z vehicles. The fasteners in the left-side front bumper reinforcement clip may loosen, which can prevent the pop-up engine hood from activating.
Defect Consequence:: A pop-up engine hood that does not activate and raise the rear end of the hood in a frontal pedestrian crash, can increase the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:: Dealers will tighten the fasteners, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 7, 2023. Owners may contact Nissan's customer service at 1-800-867-7669. Nissan's number for this recall is R23C8.

Warranty

3 years / 36,000 miles Basic Warranty

Basic Warranty: 3 years / 36,000 miles
Drivetrain Warranty: 5 years / 60,000 miles
Rust Warranty: 5 years / unlimited miles
Roadside assistance Warranty: 3 years / 36,000 miles

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Nissan Z vs. Toyota GR Supra

If you look at base prices these two appear to be a closer match than they really are. At that price, the Supra is packing a 2.0-liter four-cylinder. Speccing the six-cylinder catapults the Supra beyond $50,000. Its BMW-sourced turbo-six falls short of the Z's 400 hp, but the Supra is a lot lighter, making it quicker and more nimble. Compared to Toyota's sports car, the latest Z feels like a less sophisticated grand tourer.

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Nissan Z vs. Ford Mustang

The Mustang is bigger than the Z and it has a back seat, but if it doesn't come with any trade-off in performance, there's nothing wrong with practicality in a sports car. The Mustang's V8 is vastly more powerful than the Z's V6, and call it what you will — pony car, muscle car, sports car — the Mustang is more agile and fun to drive than the Z.

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Nissan Z vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata RF

The Z will positively annihilate a Miata in any performance test. But the Miata is a nearly perfect car, with telepathic steering, a responsive and playful chassis that never feels overly harsh, and enough power to be fun without needing to carry felonious speed around every bend. Around a racetrack, the Nissan will cross the finish line sooner, but the Mazda driver might be wearing the bigger smile.

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Safety

Our experts’ favorite Z safety features:

Lane departure warning: Alerts you if the vehicle begins to drift out of its lane.
Blind-spot warning: Alerts you if a vehicle in the next lane over is in your blind spot.
Forward collision warning: Alerts you of a possible collision with the car in front of your vehicle.

FAQ

Is the Nissan Z a good car?

The Edmunds experts tested the 2024 Z both on the road and at the track, giving it a 7.3 out of 10. And then there's safety and reliability. Edmunds has all the latest NHTSA and IIHS crash-test scores, plus industry-leading expert and consumer reviews to help you understand what it's like to own and maintain a Nissan Z. Learn more

What's new in the 2024 Nissan Z?

According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2024 Nissan Z:

Higher-performance Nismo model debuts
Z Nismo adds a bit more power, plus aero and handling upgrades
Part of the seventh Z generation introduced for 2023

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Is the Nissan Z reliable?

To determine whether the Nissan Z is reliable, read Edmunds' authentic consumer reviews, which come from real owners and reveal what it's like to live with the Z. Look for specific complaints that keep popping up in the reviews, and be sure to compare the Z's average consumer rating to that of competing vehicles. Learn more

Is the 2024 Nissan Z a good car?

There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2024 Nissan Z is a good car. Edmunds' expert testing team reviewed the 2024 Z and gave it a 7.3 out of 10. Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2024 Z is a good car for you. Learn more

How much should I pay for a 2024 Nissan Z?

The least-expensive 2024 Nissan Z is the 2024 Nissan Z NISMO 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 9A). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $65,750.

Other versions include:

NISMO 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 9A) which starts at $65,750

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What are the different models of Nissan Z?

If you're interested in the Nissan Z, the next question is, which Z model is right for you? Z variants include NISMO 2dr Coupe (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 9A). For a full list of Z models, check out Edmunds’ Features & Specs page. Learn more

2024 Nissan Z NISMO

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Value: cost, features & warranty

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2024 Nissan Z trim level differences

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