2026 Nissan Z Trims Comparison

The Nissan Z is a two-door sport coupe with three available trim levels: Sport, Performance and 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 Nismo, and the V6 is boosted to 420 hp and 384 lb-ft. Keep reading for our breakdown of the significant features and upgrades you get with each Z trim level.

Sport
Starts you off with:

• 18-inch wheels
• LED headlights
• Keyless entry and push-button start
• Performance exhaust (automatic only)
• Digital instrument panel
• Auto-dimming rearview mirror
• Cloth upholstery
• Automatic climate control
• 8-inch touchscreen
• Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration
• Six-speaker audio system

There's also a complement of driver assist systems, including:

• Forward collision warning with automatic braking (warns you of an impending collision and applies the brakes in certain scenarios)
• Lane departure warning (alerts you if the vehicle begins to drift out of its lane)
• Blind-spot warning with rear cross-traffic warning (alerts you if a vehicle is in your blind spot during a lane change or while in reverse)
• Front and rear parking sensors (alert you to obstacles that may not be visible in front of or behind the vehicle when parking)
• Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the Nissan and the car in front)

Performance
Upgrading to the Z Performance adds:

• 19-inch forged Rays wheels
• Larger brakes
• Rear spoiler
• Mechanical limited-slip differential (enhances traction for better acceleration)
• Automated rev matching (manual transmission only)
• Heated mirrors
• Upgraded paddle shifters (automatic transmission only)
• Heated, power-adjustable seats
• Leather upholstery with synthetic suede inserts
• 9-inch touchscreen
• Wireless Apple CarPlay functionality
• Integrated navigation system
• Eight-speaker Bose audio system
• Active noise cancellation

Nismo
This track-oriented model starts with Performance trim level content, then adds or substitutes:

• Black-painted Rays wheels
• High-performance tires
• Larger front brakes
• High-performance oil cooler
• Nismo-tuned suspension, steering and transmission
• Additional chassis bracing
• Aerodynamic body kit
• Manually adjustable Recaro front bucket seats
• Leather and Alcantara synthetic suede upholstery
• Sport+ driving mode