The 2026 Nissan Z delivers pure sports car thrills with its twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 producing 400 horsepower (420 hp in NISMO trim). This year’s highlight is the Heritage Edition package featuring nostalgic Midnight Purple paint and bronze Rays wheels honoring the legendary Z32 300ZX. Both six-speed manual and nine-speed automatic transmissions are available, making the Z rare among modern sports cars for offering a proper stick shift. Fuel economy reaches 22 mpg combined.
Digital instrumentation includes a 12.3-inch gauge cluster and available 9.0-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Safety features encompass automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, lane departure warning, and adaptive cruise control. Premium trims include an eight-speaker Bose audio system and Wi-Fi hotspot capability.
2026 Nissan Z Sport*Starting at $42,970
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2026 Nissan Z Performance*Starting at $52,970 |
2026 Nissan Z Heritage Edition*Starting at $55,910
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2026 Nissan Z NISMO*Starting at $65,750 |
Nissan perfectly captured classic Z DNA with modern execution. The sleek profile and long-hood proportions evoke the original 240Z while premium Alcantara upholstery and analog boost gauges create an engaging cockpit. Three distinct trims‐Sport, Performance, and NISMO‐range from comfortable touring to track-focused aggression with unique styling elements.
Industry experts consistently praise the Z’s value proposition, with Car and Driver awarding 7.5/10 and Kelley Blue Book ranking it among Most Fuel Efficient Coupes. Consumer satisfaction remains exceptional with perfect 5-star ratings highlighting style, performance, and driving engagement. Experience the legendary Z heritage at Boucher Nissan of Waukesha today.
The Nissan Z is equipped with a 3.0-liter twin-turbo V6 engine that produces 400 horsepower.
Yes, the 2026 Nissan Z offers an available 6-speed manual transmission alongside a 9-speed automatic option.
The Heritage Edition features exclusive Midnight Purple exterior paint, bronze-finish 19″ RAYS® forged-alloy wheels, and a carbon-fiber rear spoiler with a “Twin Turbo” badge.
The Performance trim includes Akebono® 4-piston front calipers with 14″ rotors for enhanced stopping power.
The Z features a 12.3″ digital dashboard with three selectable modes, including a “Sport Mode” designed with input from NISMO racer Tsugio Matsuda.
Yes, it features an available 9″ center touch-screen display with wireless Apple CarPlay® integration.
*Price shown is Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) for base model trim. Nissan Z Performance MT in Two-Tone Solid Red and Super Black shown priced higher at $54,265. MSRP excludes tax, title, license, options, and $1,245 destination and handling charges. Dealer sets actual price. Some color, package, and option selections may include, exclude, or require the purchase of additional options and packages. Some options shown may not be available on all trims. See retailer for details.
