Nissan 300ZX vs Nissan Z
Overview | |
Years produced1984-1996 | Years produced2023-Present |
MSRP$37,844 | MSRP$42,970 |
Listings15 | Listings29 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews6.3 out of 10 |
Pros
Cons
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Reviews Summary | |
Reviews SummaryRevived in 2023, the Nissan Z is essentially an update of the sixth-generation model, sold from 2009 to 2020. It remains a two-seat coupe with a liftback design, a six-cylinder engine, and rear-wheel drive (RWD)—a recipe that dates back to the first-generation 1970 Datsun 240Z. Of course, the 2026 Z is much more powerful and technologically advanced than its forebears, and slots into a segment of the market with no direct competition. Verdict: Being based on the previous-generation 370Z can make it seem out-of-date, but we like the 2026 Nissan Z. That’s especially true of the new Heritage Edition, which wears a compelling paint color, bronze wheels, and retro graphics and badges. Nevertheless, the car needs a tech update and better steering ASAP. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine | Engine3.0L 400 hp V6 |
Drive Train | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity2 | Seating Capacity2 |
Horsepower | Horsepower400 hp @ 6400 rpm |
MPG City | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway | MPG Highway28 |
Engine | |
Engine Name | Engine Name3.0L 400 hp V6 |
Torque | Torque350 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower | Horsepower400 hp @ 6400 rpm |
Drivetrain | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City | MPG City19 |
MPG Highway | MPG Highway28 |
Interior | |
Leather SeatsOptional | Leather Seats |
Seating Capacity2 | Seating Capacity2 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space | Cargo Space6.9 cu ft |
Curb Weight3287 lbs | Curb Weight3486 lbs |
Height48.4 in | Height51.8 in |
Length169.5 in | Length172.4 in |
Width70.5 in | Width72.6 in |
Wheelbase96.5 in | Wheelbase100.4 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload725 lbs |
Number of doors2 | Number of doors2 |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 1984-1996 | 2023-Present |
MSRP | $37,844 | $42,970 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 6.3 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
Cons
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Summary | Revived in 2023, the Nissan Z is essentially an update of the sixth-generation model, sold from 2009 to 2020. It remains a two-seat coupe with a liftback design, a six-cylinder engine, and rear-wheel drive (RWD)—a recipe that dates back to the first-generation 1970 Datsun 240Z. Of course, the 2026 Z is much more powerful and technologically advanced than its forebears, and slots into a segment of the market with no direct competition. Verdict: Being based on the previous-generation 370Z can make it seem out-of-date, but we like the 2026 Nissan Z. That’s especially true of the new Heritage Edition, which wears a compelling paint color, bronze wheels, and retro graphics and badges. Nevertheless, the car needs a tech update and better steering ASAP. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.0L 400 hp V6 | |
Drive Train | RWD | |
Seating Capacity | 2 | 2 |
Horsepower | 400 hp @ 6400 rpm | |
MPG City | 19 | |
MPG Highway | 28 | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.0L 400 hp V6 | |
Torque | 350 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm | |
Horsepower | 400 hp @ 6400 rpm | |
Drivetrain | RWD | |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 19 | |
MPG Highway | 28 | |
Interior | ||
Leather Seats | Optional | |
Seating Capacity | 2 | 2 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 6.9 cu ft | |
Curb Weight | 3287 lbs | 3486 lbs |
Height | 48.4 in | 51.8 in |
Length | 169.5 in | 172.4 in |
Width | 70.5 in | 72.6 in |
Wheelbase | 96.5 in | 100.4 in |
Maximum Payload | 725 lbs | |
Number of doors | 2 | 2 |
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