Nissan · 2022–present

Nissan Z

The Nissan Z, known in Japan and Indonesia as the Nissan Fairlady Z (Japanese: 日産・フェアレディZ, Hepburn: Nissan Fearedi Zetto), is the seventh generation of the Z-car line of sports cars manufactured by Nissan. The model succeeded the 370Z, using a modified and revised version of the previous generation's platform. The model also drops the numerical naming of the previous generations. The Z was introduced as a concept car in September 2020 as the Z Proto concept, and was announced as a production car form in August 2021. It featured Nissan's VR30DDTT engine and built on an evolution of Nissan FM Z34 platform, giving a model code "RZ34". It also has two transmission options, a 6-speed manual and a 9-speed automatic transmission. Deliveries began in late 2022 and was offered with two trims, "Performance" and "Sport". More powerful and track-focused, Z Nismo was introduced in July 2023 with significant upgrades over the standard version. The Z is also involved in various motorsports, such as in Super GT and GT4 Racing. It is well received among car enthusiasts and motor publications with winning a Drive's Car of The Year award and becoming a finalist of World Car of The Year awards.

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Predecessor: Nissan 370Z

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History

In 2018, the seventh-generation Nissan Z was first hinted at by Alfonso Albaisa, Senior Vice President for Global Design of Nissan, confirmed to Australian automotive magazine WhichCar that a direct successor to the Nissan 370Z was in development. On March 19, 2020, Nissan filed a trademark for a new version of the Z-car logo. On May 28, 2020, as part of Nissan's global restructuring plan, named "Nissan Next", Nissan's official YouTube channel released a short video showcasing its updated vehicle lineup, including the new Z-car; this video also confirmed that the new Z-car would have retro styling, with its overall shape and circular running lights referencing the 240Z. On September 15, 2020, Nissan revealed the prototype version called the "Nissan Z Proto Concept". The prototype was 4,382 mm (172.5 in) long, which is 142 mm (5.6 in) longer than the 370Z, and the same width. In August 2021, Nissan unveiled the price, specs, and details of the production Z in New York City Facelift (2026). The facelifted version of the Z was revealed at the 2026 Tokyo Auto Salon on January 9, 2026. A new Z badge on the hood replaces the Nissan logo and a new front bumper design is used, which is inspired by the S30. For the US market, the facelifted Nissan Z was announced in March 2026, for the 2027 model year. A manual transmission became available on the Z Nismo, which also received front brakes from the R35 GT-R. The standard Z received a new front fascia, similar to the Heritage edition that was available for the 2025 model year.

Production

The production model Z was foreshadowed by the Z Proto concept, which was presented on September 15, 2020. The production version of the Z was unveiled on August 17, 2021, at New York City by Nissan's official YouTube channel, and the car was presented by Cody Walker (brother of Paul Walker). The production model was offered in two trim levels: Z Sport (Fairlady Z Version S in Japan) and Z Performance (Fairlady Z Version ST in Japan). Production of the new Z, began in April 2022, with sales set to begin in June 2022. However, in April 2022, Nissan announced that worldwide deliveries of the Z will be delayed until mid 2022, due to the impact of the supply parts. Deliveries began in late 2022. Nissan achieved 263 U.S. sales in fiscal year 2022 and 1,771 U.S. sales in fiscal year 2023, for a total of 2,034 Z units sold in the United states as of December 31, 2023. Nissan announced that the Z would not be available for European markets including the United Kingdom, Ireland, Türkiye and Ukraine, due to strict emissions and noise regulations. The Z is only sold in the Japanese, North American, Australian, New Zealand, Southeast Asian, Middle Eastern (GCC countries) and Latin American markets. Pricing for the Japanese market Z was announced in April 2022, with the base version S (Sport version) starting at ¥5,241,500 (US$41,081 as of exchange rates at the time), and the version ST (Performance version) starting at ¥6,462,500 (US$50,650 as of exchange rates at the time). United States pricing was also announced, starting at US$41,015 for the Sport version, and US$51,015 for the Performance version. Z Proto Launch Edition. Following the introduction of the Z, Nissan announced that a manual and automatic transmission launch edition will be on sale before the production model. Nam

Specifications

The Nissan Z features the same platform, manual transmission and architecture of the 370Z, while making use of a nine-speed automatic transmission used previously in other cars such as the Nissan Frontier. "To be honest, [for] around 80 per cent of the body we changed the parts. [However], carryover of parts is very important for us and carryover means reality of affordability so you will be able to enjoy some affordability," said Hiroshi Tamura, chief product specialist of the Nissan Z to Australian publication CarExpert about the part sharing with the 370Z. The Nissan Z (base Sport trim known as Fairlady Z Version S in Japan) uses the same VR30DDTT engine from the Infiniti Red Sport 400 models (known as the Nissan Skyline 400R V37 in Japan), and the same Nissan FM Platform from previous two generations of the Z. The VR30DDTT is a 3.0-liter twin turbocharged V6 engine generating a maximum power output of 298 kW (400 hp; 405 PS) at 6,400 rpm and 475 N⋅m (350 lb⋅ft; 48 kg⋅m) of torque at 1600 to 5600 rpm with a redline of 6,800 rpm. The engine also features direct injection and variable valve timing, running up to 14.7 psi (101 kPa) of boost. Manual transmission models get a carbon-fibre driveshaft, an EXEDY performance clutch, and a rev-matching system on downshifts. Automatic transmission models get launch control and aluminum paddle shifters. Transmission. The Z has a 6-speed manual transmission, continuing this tradition from previous generation Z models. It is also offered with an optional 9-speed Mercedes-Benz 9G-Tronic automatic transmission with launch control, manufactured under license of Jatco and re-branded as "JR913E". Interior. The interior was designed with the help of Nismo and SuperGT GT500 class racing driver, Tsugio Matsuda. The interior features a cus

Motorsports

=== Super GT === The Z GT500 was unveiled in December 2021, at Fuji Speedway, it was slated to compete in the 2022 Super GT season for the first time in 15 years, replacing the Nissan GT-R GT500, which had been in run for 13 seasons in the Super GT series. The Z GT500 made its racing debut at 2022 Super GT season's Okayama GT 300km round. The car scored its first podium finish in its debut race, as Team Nismo's #23 car, driven by Tsugio Matsuda, made an impressive late charge to climb up to the podium place despite starting 9th on the grid. In the third race of the season at Suzuka International Racing Course, the Z GT500 scored its first race win with team NDDP Racing, driven by Katsumasa Chiyo and Mitsunori Takaboshi, both drivers currently leading the championship with only one race to go. For their final race at Mobility Resort Motegi, the Calsonic Impul Z qualified third while NDDP Racing qualified fourth. On race day, the NDDP Z incurred a drive-through penalty early on so Chiyo and Takaboshi had to fight from 12th to ultimately finish 4th. NDDP Racing came in 2nd for the championship standings as Team Impul eclipsed them in the series ranking with a 2nd place finish during the final round. The #12 Calsonic Impul Z, driven by Kazuki Hiramine/Bertrand Baguette, was crowned champion for the 2022 season. Z Racing Concept. In June 2022, Nissan introduced the Z Racing Concept at 2022 Super Taikyu Series, 24 hours of Fuji round. Two of these racing concepts were entered the race, to aid development of Z's future racing programs and Nissan's carbon-neutral fuel (CNF) compatible engine. Both cars entered the race as non-championship contenders with numbers, 230 and 244. The car 230 was entered by team Nismo, equipped with a CNF compatible engine, the car 244 was entered

Awards and recognition

Motor Magazine named the Z as "Most Exciting New Car" of 2021, ahead of cars such as, Porsche Cayman GT4 RS and Toyota GR86. The Z won the Good Design Award under Product Design category at Australian Good Design Awards, the Award Jury praised Z's design, said "A clever and professional evolution of an icon", as the design of the Z pays homage for its predecessors, while also having a modern and fresh interpretation.

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Specifications

name

Nissan Z

Manufacturer

Nissan

aka

Nissan Fairlady Z (Japan and Indonesia)

Production

April 2022 – present

Assembly

Japan: Kaminokawa, Tochigi (Nissan Motor Tochigi Plant)

Designer

Naoyuki Ohkoshi (exterior), Takuya Yamashita (interior)

Class

Sports car (S)

Body style

3-door liftback coupe

Platform

Nissan FM platform

Related

Nissan 370Z

Layout

Front mid-engine, rear-wheel-drive

Engine

3.0 L VR30DDTT twin-turbo V6

Transmission

9-speed Jatco JR913E/Mercedes-9G-Tronic automatic, 6-speed FS6R31A manual

Wheelbase

2550 mm

Length

4380 mm

Width

1845 mm

Height

1315 mm

Kerb weight

1581 –

Predecessor

Nissan 370Z (Z34)

sp

us

Model years

2023–present

Specification summary from Wikipedia (CC BY-SA 4.0). Measured facts from Wikidata (CC0). Check the linked sources for citations.

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US EPA fuel-economy records

US EPA test figures (US MPG, US test cycle).

Sources

• Wikidata — https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q87209760CC0 1.0 · retrieved 2026-10-01
• Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Nissan_Z_(RZ34)CC BY-SA 4.0 · Text © Wikipedia contributors; revision 1375305558 · retrieved 2026-10-01
• Wikimedia Commons — https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Nissan_FAIRLADY_Z_(Z34)_Version_ST,_2022,_left-front.jpgCC BY-SA 4.0 · Photo: Kazyakuruma · retrieved 2026-10-01
• Manufacturer website (link only) — https://www.nissanusa.com/vehicles/future-concept/new-nissan-z.htmlLink only; no content copied · retrieved 2026-10-01
• Car Model Index — https://models.autoculturesociety.com/Compiled record. Sources that do not permit reuse are not copied; this index is credited instead.

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