Used 2024 Nissan Z for Sale nearHanover, PA

How much does the 2024 Nissan Z cost?

Prices have softened 2.74% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 274 listings available, which gives you a modest amount of inventory to compare.

Is the 2024 Nissan Z a good car?

Yes — the 2024 Nissan Z earns a 4.5/5 user rating and a 6.7/10 expert rating. The model scores 9/10 across Look and feel and Performance.

Owners consistently praise the vintage-inspired design, strong performance, and driving experience. The Z also stands out for feeling like a true sports car, with a manual transmission available for buyers who want a more involved drive.

The main trade-offs are limited cargo space and a ride that can feel harsh on rough roads. The expert review also points to poor value for money, so you should expect to pay for the character and performance rather than practicality.

For you, that means the Z makes the most sense if you want a stylish, enthusiast-focused coupe and can live with the compromises that come with a two-seat sports car. The market still shows 34.3% good or great deals, which helps offset some of the value concerns.

Is the 2024 Nissan Z reliable?

Owners rate it 4.5/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

The owner feedback points to a car that feels dependable in the ways sports-car shoppers care about most: strong performance, a memorable driving experience, and a design that keeps owners enthusiastic over time. That kind of satisfaction often matters as much as raw durability when you’re shopping used.

The expert review also describes the Z as a focused sports car with a straightforward mechanical setup, which can be reassuring for long-term ownership. For used buyers, the main risk is less about complexity and more about how hard the car was driven and whether it was maintained carefully.

What should I look for when buying a used 2024 Nissan Z?

Accident-free inventory is excellent at 91.6% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.

You should still run a vehicle history report and prioritize a pre-purchase inspection, especially if you’re considering a car that may have been driven hard. Focus on tire wear, brake condition, and signs of rough-road use, since the Z’s performance-first setup can make those areas more important than on a typical commuter car.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: Base Z Sport models get 18-inch alloy wheels, while Performance and NISMO models add staggered Rays wheels and more aggressive tire setups. The base trim also uses a smaller 8-inch touchscreen, while the higher trims upgrade to a 9-inch display and more premium audio.
• Powertrain: All models use a 3.0-liter twin-turbocharged V6 with rear-wheel drive and a limited-slip differential. Sport and Performance trims offer either a six-speed manual or nine-speed automatic, while the NISMO is automatic-only and tuned for more track-focused response.
• Safety package: All models include adaptive cruise control, automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, blind spot monitoring, rear cross traffic alert, lane departure warning, automatic high beams, and forward collision warning. There are no crash-test ratings listed for this model year.
• Infotainment: Base models come with an 8-inch touchscreen, wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and two USB ports. Performance and NISMO trims upgrade to a 9-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay, a built-in Wi-Fi hotspot, and a Bose eight-speaker audio system.
• Fuel efficiency: EPA fuel economy ratings for this model year weren’t available at the time of publication.

Which 2024 Nissan Z trim should I buy?

The 2024 Nissan Z is offered in 3 trim levels: Sport, Performance, NISMO.

Here's the short version:

• Sport: This is the entry point, but it still gives you the core Z experience: the twin-turbo V6, manual-transmission availability, rear-wheel drive, and the basic driver-assist suite. It makes the most sense if you want the Z’s style and performance without paying for extras you may not need.
• Performance: This is the best-value trim for most shoppers because it adds the 9-inch touchscreen, wireless Apple CarPlay, Bose audio, built-in Wi-Fi hotspot, and upgraded wheels and tires. If you want the sweet spot between equipment and price, this is the trim to target.
• NISMO: This is the most track-focused version, with more power, stiffer chassis tuning, upgraded brakes, and more aggressive styling and hardware. It suits you best if you care more about maximum performance than everyday value.

All trims include the same basic driver-assist features, so your decision mostly comes down to how much you value the upgraded tech and performance hardware.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2024 Nissan Z?

This is a moderate market for selective buyers, with enough inventory to shop carefully and enough pricing softness to create opportunities.

• Deal availability: 34.3% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 274 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 2.74% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 91.6% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $41,649, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2024 Nissan Z's resale value?

The current average of $41,970 sits slightly below last year's $43,152.

That softer pricing suggests the Z has already moved through some of its initial depreciation, which can help future sellers if the market stays steady. If you buy at the right price, you may have a better chance of limiting your loss when it’s time to sell.

The current trend also shows that shoppers are still willing to pay for the Z’s styling and performance, even as prices ease. That can support resale value if your car is well kept and presented cleanly.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.5/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2024 Nissan Z safe?

The 2024 Nissan Z includes adaptive cruise control, automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, blind spot monitoring, rear cross traffic alert, lane departure warning, automatic high beams, and forward collision warning.

It earns a 6/10 safety score from our experts.

That standard driver-assistance package gives you a solid baseline of active safety tech, especially for a sports car. The main caveat is that crash-test ratings were not released for this model year, so you’re relying more on equipment than published test results.

Should I buy a 2024 Nissan Z or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2024 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2024 if:

• 34.3% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is excellent at 91.6% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 2.74% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 4.5/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• Nissan adds the Z NISMO for 2024, bringing more power, a stiffer chassis, and upgraded brakes.

Consider the 2023 if:

• It offers a stylish, updated sports-car feel with strong value and a compelling driver-focused character.

The bottom line: If you want the newest version with the added NISMO performance option and a still-softening market, the 2024 is the better pick. If your priority is stretching your budget, the 2023 remains the value-oriented alternative.

How does the 2024 Nissan Z compare to the 2024 Ford Mustang?

Expert Pros & Cons (per CarGurus review team)

2024 Nissan Z:

• Pros: Stylish design, Manual transmission available, Great handling.
• Cons: Not much cargo space, Poor value for money.

2024 Ford Mustang:

• Pros: Powerful engine, Great handling, Excellent value for money.
• Cons: Cramped back seat, Not much cargo space, Noisy.

Our experts score the 2024 Nissan Z 6.7/10 and the 2024 Ford Mustang 7.2/10. The Z leans more toward style and a classic sports-car feel, while the Mustang brings stronger value and a more powerful engine. Both have limited cargo space, but the Mustang’s lower starting price and better value-for-money reputation make it the easier buy for many shoppers.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from November 10, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.