seventh generation of the Nissan Z sports car
Tested: 2027 Infiniti QX65 Has Daddy Issues: This descendant of the 2003 FX35 fails to live up to its progenitor’s performance or charisma.
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The Drive Oct 06
Exclusive: Nissan Says It’ll Bring the Z T-Top Concept to Production if You Shout Loud Enough
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Nissan Z Kaze Concept: Concept car in the spirit of the 90s - | AUTO BILD: Nissan is bringing back the 1990s. The Z Kaze Concept celebrates the old JDM days - | ...
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Nissan Z Kaze Concept: Concept car in the spirit of the 90s - | AUTO BILD: Nissan is bringing back the 1990s. The Z Kaze Concept celebrates the old JDM days - | ...
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The Drive Sep 23
Exclusive: Nissan Says It’ll Bring the Z T-Top Concept to Production if You Shout Loud Enough
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Nissan Z Vs. Toyota GR Supra: One Winner For 2026.
Toyota GR Supra production ends in 2026 while the Nissan Z carries on. We compare price, power ... Show more
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Key FactsComparison Names Nissan Z 2026 Winner
Aug 13, 2026 · Reading time: ~30 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: autoblog.com
- Toyota confirmed that production of the fifth-generation GR Supra would end in March 2026, while a sixth generation is only considered likely and has not been announced.
- The Nissan Z produces 400 horsepower and costs about $44,200, whereas the GR Supra offers 382 horsepower and starts at roughly $58,000.
- The comparison finds the Supra more precise and engaging, while the Z is more comfortable; overall, the two cars are close in acceleration.
- The comparison names the Z the winner because of its lower price, greater output, and future prospects, but notes that the Supra is better to drive and the Z could be available only in limited build-to-order numbers for 2027.
Slightly Sportier 2027 Nissan Sentra Adds New Midnight Edition, Gets Tiny Price Increase
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The 2027 Nissan Z Is More Expensive, But It Gets One Smart Upgrade: The 2027 Nissan Z starts at $45,735 for the base model, while the range-topping Z Nismo comes ...
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2026 Nissan Car Lineup Changes: New Sentra, Rad Special Edition Z: Nissan needs fresh blood—fortunately, a next-generation, affordable compact sedan arrives this ...
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2027 Nissan Z Gets A Price Hike, But The Nismo Finally Gets A Manual: The 2027 Nissan Z has landed with a cleaner look, real chassis upgrades ...
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The Drive Jul 22
There’s an Entire Performance Car Hierarchy Coded Behind Brake Caliper Colors: It might be tough to differentiate a base Nissan Z from a Z Performance model ...
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The Drive Jun 24
85-Year-Old Arrested for Allegedly Street Racing His Nissan Z: Grandpa's got the need—the need for speed.
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Modern Nissan Z Finally Gets The T-Top Nissan Never Built.
A fan is bringing back one of the most beloved features from classic Z-cars ... Show more
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2027 Nissan Z: The 5 Coolest Retro Styling Cues Found on Nissan’s Latest Z: The 2027 Nissan Z adds even more heritage-inspired touches. Here are five retro ...
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Modern Nissan Z Finally Gets The T-Top Nissan Never Built.
A fan is bringing back one of the most beloved features from classic Z-cars ... Show more
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Driven: Nissan Finally Sticks the Z NISMO’s Landing, With a Manual Transmission: The 2027 Nissan Z NISMO now has the six-speed manual enthusiasts demanded.
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The Drive Jun 05
2027 Nissan Z Nismo Manual First-Drive Review: For Everyone Who Said They’d Buy One If It Had a Manual
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Driven: Nissan Finally Sticks the Z NISMO’s Landing, With a Manual Transmission: The 2027 Nissan Z NISMO now has the six-speed manual enthusiasts demanded.
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Transmission trend reversal: Nismo boss announces return of the manual gearbox: Nissan's performance brand Nismo sees a clear trend reversal for manual ...
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The 2027 Nissan Z NISMO includes a host of changes, most notably the option of a manual transmission. But it also has some visual cues that this is NISMO 2.0.
The Drive May 25
2027 Nissan Z Nismo Manual First-Drive Review: For Everyone Who Said They’d Buy One If It Had a Manual
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The Drive May 19
Nissan Z’s Twin-Turbo V6 ‘Is Capable of a Lot More Power,’ Nissan Boss Says: "I do see performance versions coming out, special limited series ...
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The Drive May 06
Nissan Z’s Twin-Turbo V6 ‘Is Capable of a Lot More Power,’ Nissan Boss Says: "I do see performance versions coming out, special limited series ...
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Nissan Z Could Be Heading Toward 500 HP.
Nissan's sports car has hidden potential waiting to be unlocked.
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Nissan Wants to Bring Back the Z Convertible—But It All Depends on One Thing: Nissan is serious about making an impact with new sports cars and SUVs ...
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The Drive Apr 27
Nissan Z’s Twin-Turbo V6 ‘Is Capable of a Lot More Power,’ Nissan Boss Says: "I do see performance versions coming out, special limited series ...
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The Drive May 02
New Infiniti Q50 Sedan Might Get ‘JDM Skyline Conversion’ as a Dealer Option: "Yes," Nissan America's boss exclusively told The Drive when asked ...
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A New Nissan GT-R Is In Development. Here's Everything We Know: Nissan is already developing the next-generation GT-R 36. This is everything we know about the ...
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The Drive Apr 22
New Infiniti Q50 Sedan Might Get ‘JDM Skyline Conversion’ as a Dealer Option: "Yes," Nissan America's boss exclusively told The Drive when asked ...
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The Drive Apr 15
Infiniti Boss Confirms ‘High-Horsepower’ Sedan Called Q50, Not Skyline in US: The question of whether the Skyline is coming to America has been answered ...
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The Next-Gen Nissan Z Is Still Years Away: Nissan plans to focus on launching special editions of its Z sports car for the next three years before discussing the ...
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The Drive Apr 10
You Asked For It: 2027 Nissan Z NISMO Gains a Six-Speed Manual: The 420-hp Nissan Z NISMO is adding a much-requested manual transmission, brakes derived from the ...
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The Drive Apr 16
Infiniti Is Building a ‘High-Horsepower’ Manual Sports Sedan: "Infiniti is committed to that vehicle (referencing the sports sedan)" the boss of ...
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The Drive Mar 30
You Asked For It: 2027 Nissan Z NISMO Gains a Six-Speed Manual: The 420-hp Nissan Z NISMO is adding a much-requested manual transmission, brakes derived from the ...
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The Drive Apr 03
Infiniti Is Building a ‘High-Horsepower’ Manual Sports Sedan: "Infiniti is committed to that vehicle (referencing the sports sedan)" the boss of ...
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2027 Nissan Z Nismo in the Metal: Nissan's Manual Sports Car Looks Epic.
Nissan brought its manual new sports car to NYIAS, and they look brilliant ... Show more
2027 Nissan Z Nismo in the Metal: Nissan's Manual Sports Car Looks Epic
2027 Nissan Z Nismo in the Metal: Nissan's Manual Sports Car Looks Epic
The Drive Mar 23
2027 Nissan Z Puts the ‘M’ Back in ‘NISMO’: You spoke. Nissan listened. The manual Nismo Z is back
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Key FactsNissan Refreshes Z for 2027, Z Nismo Gains Manual
Mar 23, 2026 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
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Summary created with AI assistance · Source: grassrootsmotorsports.com
- The Nismo manual transmission adds an upgraded clutch, shorter shift travel, and revised throttle and ignition timing.
- The Nismo’s front brakes use GT-R-derived two-piece iron-aluminum rotors, reportedly reducing weight by 19 pounds overall.
- For 2027, every Z model receives a redesigned fuel tank; Shinkai Green Pearl Metallic is also optional.
- The refreshed models are expected at dealerships later this summer, with pricing to be announced closer to launch.
"We’ve listened to everything Nissan Z fans and owners have been asking for," says Marco Fioravanti, vice president, product planning, Nissan U.S. and Canada. "And we’re answering the call with the most exhilarating, driver-focused version of the seventh-generation Z yet."— Marco Fioravanti, vice president of product planning for Nissan U.S. and Canada, describing Nissan's response to Z fans and owners
The Drive Apr 02
The Nissan Z Is Thriving Thanks to an Unlikely Hero: Your Parents: "We're getting a lot of older buyers coming and buying this car, as a trophy car ...
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The Drive Apr 12
The Nissan Z Is Thriving Thanks to an Unlikely Hero: Your Parents: "We're getting a lot of older buyers coming and buying this car, as a trophy car ...
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The 2027 Nissan Z NISMO finally offers a manual transmission, and the standard Z earns a modest facelift. The NISMO also inherits the Nissan GT-R's front ... Show more
2027 Nissan Z Nismo in the Metal: Nissan's Manual Sports Car Looks Epic: Nissan brought its manual new sports car to NYIAS, and they look brilliant.
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Report: Infiniti to Revive Q50 Sports Sedan with a Manual Gearbox: A new report suggests that Infiniti is reviving the Q50, last sold in 2024 ...
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Fans Will Have a Tough Time Ordering the Facelifted 2027 Nissan Z: Nissan’s 2027 Z refresh brings classic styling cues back, yet limited dealer allocations may ...
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2026 Nissan Car Lineup Changes: New Sentra, Rad Special Edition Z: Nissan needs fresh blood—fortunately, a next-generation, affordable compact sedan arrives this ...
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Take a First Look at the 2027 Nissan Z and Z Nismo Sports Cars: At the 2026 Tokyo Auto Salon, Nissan unveiled refreshed versions of the 2027 Z and Z Nismo coupes ...
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The Nissan Z Is Already Getting A Facelift: The updated Fairlady Z in Japan previews the new look for Nissan's sports car. Check out all the photos.
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The Refreshed 2027 Nissan Z Will Wear a Smaller, Sleeker Grille: The refreshed sports car was revealed for the Japanese market, but it's expected to arrive ...
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Report: Infiniti to Revive Q50 Sports Sedan with a Manual Gearbox: A new report suggests that Infiniti is reviving the Q50, last sold in 2024 ...
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Take a First Look at the 2027 Nissan Z and Z Nismo Sports Cars: At the 2026 Tokyo Auto Salon, Nissan unveiled refreshed versions of the 2027 Z and Z Nismo coupes ...
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Take a First Look at the 2027 Nissan Z and Z Nismo Sports Cars: At the 2026 Tokyo Auto Salon, Nissan unveiled refreshed versions of the 2027 Z and Z Nismo coupes ...
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7 Cars I've Reviewed This Year That I'd Buy Right Now If I Could: I've reviewed over 30 cars this year, ranging from ultra-luxe to ultra-cheap ...
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Beautifully Restored Datsun 240Z For Sale With 5,500 Miles Shows Why the Original Z Still Matters
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2026 Nissan Car Lineup Changes: New Sentra, Rad Special Edition Z: Nissan needs fresh blood—fortunately, a next-generation, affordable compact sedan arrives this ...
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This Datsun 240Z Solves a 50-Year-Old Problem With Classic Nissan Z Cars: An RB25-powered Datsun 240Z gets an all-aluminum exterior, reducing the car’s weight by ...
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The Manual Nissan Z Nismo Is Real—And It's Spectacular : Nissan will reveal the Z Nismo with a manual transmission at next month’s Tokyo Auto Salon ...
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Key FactsNissan announces manual Z NISMO debut in January
Dec 18, 2025 · Reading time: ~45 sec.
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: autoblog.com
Summary created with AI assistance · Source: autoblog.com
- The full reveal is announced for the 2026 Tokyo Auto Salon in January and is expected to take place alongside a new NISMO concept.
- The first image shows the manual gear lever; the transmission appears to be the standard Z’s six-speed unit but may be adapted for an extra 20 horsepower and 34 pound-feet of torque.
- The article expects the Z NISMO to retain its twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter V-6 with 420 hp, along with the limited-slip differential, stiffer suspension, and stronger brakes.
- Nissan says the Z NISMO MT should arrive in Japan in summer 2026, while the article expects U.S. sales near the end of 2026 for the 2027 model year.
increasing aerodynamic performance— Nissan stated that the Z will receive a refresh focusing on increasing aerodynamic performance.
This Is Our First Look at the Nissan Z NISMO's New Manual Gearbox: Nissan will show off the upcoming stick-shift Z NISMO at the Tokyo Auto Salon alongside a new ...
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Infiniti’s Performance Division Is Closer Than You Think: Infiniti’s long-rumored performance sub-brand may finally be taking shape, with a 650-hp QX80 leading a ...
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Nissan 350Z Vs. 370Z: 5 Key Ways Nissan Improved Its Legendary Sports Car: If a new Nissan Z is too expensive, these older, more affordable Z cars still provide ...
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Nissan GT-R Successor in Limbo as Electric Supercar Plans Stall: While a next-gen GT-R will come soon, Nissan is at a crossroads as to what direction it will ...
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Formula D champ Forsberg Racing to enter this Nismo GT-Z in Gridlife: This Nissan Z Nismo build uses off-the-shelf parts from the Nismo catalog.
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Paid articlePaywall Tomica Built Life-Size Versions of Its Toy Cars—and Almost Everyone Missed Them: Tomica’s 55th anniversary brought toy dreams to life at the Japan Mobility Show.
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I Drove a Ford Mustang GT and a Nissan Z Heritage Edition: My Honest Comparison: Two icons, one driver. Here’s my honest take on living with both the Ford ...
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These 5 New Cars Offer High Performance For Under $50,000: Performance cars aren't exactly as common as they once were, but there are still some models that ...
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Infiniti Teases a QX80 Like We've Never Seen Before: Infiniti’s SEMA debut hints that the GT-R’s legacy is far from over, just taking a different shape.
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Nissan Z tested: the sports car for that Tokyo drift feeling: The sharp coupe is no longer available in Europe due to high emissions. But a small Swiss import ...
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Nissan Z NISMO Is Getting a Stick Shift, Says U.S. Boss: A manual should have been available from the start, but better late than never.
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Performance Car Sales Are Depressingly Low: Chalk it up to any number of factors, but one thing is clear—it is not a good time to be selling enthusiast cars ...
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From Z to Leaf: Nissan Uses Sports Car Engineers to Tune Its Cheapest EV: Nissan wants all of its cars to have a consistent feel, and that means have the same ...
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The Drive Oct 05 25
Still Want a New Nissan Z? Now’s the Time to Buy, but There’s a Catch: If you're cool with the Nissan Z the way it is, you can snag one for a song right now ...
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Nissan Brings Back Z Heritage Edition with Midnight Purple Paint: First introduced in 2024, the Nissan Z Heritage Edition returns with bronze Rays wheels and ...
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Nissan Z NISMO Is Getting a Stick Shift, Says U.S. Boss: A manual should have been available from the start, but better late than never.
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Nissan has confirmed that the high-performance variant of the Z, previously offered only with a nine-speed automatic, will soon come with a six-speed manual ... Show more
Nissan Z Roadster: Imagining a Comeback for the Convertible Icon: The Nissan Z Roadster was once a convertible icon, so join as we imagine how a modern revival ...
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The New Heritage Edition 2026 Nissan Z Celebrates the Turbocharged ’90s, Facts Be Damned
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Enthusiasts Rejoice: The Nissan Z Nismo Is Finally Getting a Manual : After many complaints, Nissan will finally offer a Z Nismo with a manual transmission ...
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Report: Infiniti to Revive Q50 Sports Sedan with a Manual Gearbox: A new report suggests that Infiniti is reviving the Q50, last sold in 2024 ...
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The ClassicCars.com Journal Aug 11 25
Pick of the Day: 1986 Nissan 300ZX: Power comes from a naturally aspirated VG30E 3.0-liter V6 rated at 160 horsepower and 173 lb-ft of torque when new.
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