Used Nissan Z for Sale nearSan Jose, CA

How much does the Nissan Z cost in today's market?

Used Nissan Z prices span a wide range depending on model year. Here's what the market looks like right now:

The Nissan Z's current nationwide average price is $41,969, and over the past year it reached a low of $41,966. Recently, prices have come down for the 2024 and 2025 models, making now a good time to shop recent model years.

Is the Nissan Z a good car?

Yes — the Nissan Z earns strong marks from owners across its full run, and its appeal centers on classic sports-car styling, strong performance, and a focused enthusiast character. The all-generations owner rating is 4.6/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the Z for its power and thrilling driving experience, and many also value its heritage-inspired design and manual-transmission availability. Expert impressions echo that appeal with praise for the car’s style, exclusivity, and raw sports-car personality.

Expert reviews rate the 2023 and 2024 models among the highest across all years.

The main trade-offs are the ride quality on rough pavement, the steering feel, and the cabin’s limited space and older-tech feel in some years.

34.0% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Nissan Z models reliable?

Owners consistently describe the Nissan Z as a rewarding sports car with strong performance and a memorable driving experience. Expert commentary also points to a well-understood mechanical package and a reputation that supports long-term enthusiast ownership.

• Owners rate the Nissan Z between 4.5 and 5 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk looks manageable if you prioritize a well-kept example and stay on top of routine maintenance.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is excellent at 92.6% — clean inventory, standard diligence applies.

Key things to evaluate:

• Safety package: forward-collision warning with pedestrian detection, automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, blind-spot monitors, rear cross-traffic alert, adaptive cruise control, and automatic high-beam headlights
• Infotainment: an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wired Apple CarPlay and wired Android Auto on the Z Sport, or a 9-inch screen with wireless Apple CarPlay, NissanConnect Services with Wi-Fi hotspot access, a navigation system, and an eight-speaker Bose premium audio system on the Z Performance, Heritage Edition, or Nismo
• Fuel efficiency: Nissan says the twin-turbo V6 requires premium gas and should return between 19 mpg and 22 mpg in combined driving. Our test car had a 20 mpg EPA fuel economy rating, and we observed 21.4 mpg on our Southern California evaluation loop.

Which Nissan Z trim should I buy?

The 2026 Nissan Z offers these trims:

• Sport: The entry trim gives you the core Z formula with the twin-turbo V6, rear-wheel drive, and the 12.3-inch digital display, making it the straightforward choice if you want the essentials.
• Performance: This is the best-value trim, adding SynchroRev Match for the manual, a mechanical limited-slip differential, performance brakes, and 19-inch forged aluminum wheels.
• Heritage Edition: This trim builds on the Performance with Midnight Purple paint, bronze 19-inch Rays forged aluminum wheels, a carbon-fiber rear spoiler, retro-inspired Twin Turbo graphics, special floor mats, and unique door kick plates.
• Nismo: The top performance trim adds chassis bracing, revised steering, upgraded brakes, exclusive suspension tuning, wider rear wheels, and high-performance summer tires for the most track-focused setup.

What Nissan Z do most buyers choose?

The Nissan Z years with the most listings are 2025, 2024, and 2023.

Higher-volume model years usually give you more shopping choice, which can make it easier to compare condition, mileage, and pricing across similar cars. They also tend to be the years most shoppers cross-shop first, so you can often find a broader mix of listings.

What is the Nissan Z's resale value?

The used-price trend is softening, with both model years showing declines from a year ago. That gives you a bit more leverage if you’re shopping recent Zs, especially if you’re comparing similar listings side by side. The changes are small overall, which suggests pricing has been fairly stable rather than swinging sharply.

The 2025 model year is holding steady, with prices close to flat year-over-year.

The 2025 and 2024 model years have held their value best, with the smallest year-over-year price changes.

Is the Nissan Z safe?

• 2026: 5/10
• 2024: 6/10
• 2023: 7/10

The Z includes forward-collision warning with pedestrian detection, automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, blind-spot monitors, rear cross-traffic alert, adaptive cruise control, and automatic high-beam headlights.

For the safest used buy, the 2023 model posts the highest confirmed score of 7/10.

Should I buy a used Nissan Z now or wait for the next model?

Buy now if:

• Price trend: The 2025 model is at −0.08% versus a year ago, and the 2024 model is at −2.74%.
• Deal availability: The 2025 model has 35.6% good and great deals, and the 2024 model has 34.3%.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2025 model has the most listings at a current average price of $41,968. The Nissan Z offers a classic two-seat sports-car character with strong styling and a focused enthusiast feel.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: One of the best things about the Nissan Z lives beneath its long, shapely hood. There, you’ll find a twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 engine producing 400 horsepower and 350 pound-feet of torque (420 hp and 384 lb-ft in the Z Nismo). A six-speed manual gearbox or a nine-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters delivers that power to the rear wheels.
• Tech: In all Nissan Z trims, drivers face a 12.3-inch digital display with Normal, Enhanced, and Sport modes. The Z Sport has an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wired Apple CarPlay, wired Android Auto, and two USB ports, while the Z Performance, Heritage Edition, and Nismo add a 9-inch screen, wireless Apple CarPlay, NissanConnect Services with Wi-Fi hotspot access, a navigation system, and an eight-speaker Bose premium audio system.
• Safety: Nissan equips the Z with forward-collision warning with pedestrian detection, automatic emergency braking, lane-departure warning, blind-spot monitors, rear cross-traffic alert, adaptive cruise control, and automatic high-beam headlights.
• Starting price: Pricing ranges from $44,215 to $66,995, including the $1,245 destination charge.

If you're buying used today, the 2025 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for the next model year's inventory to build up.

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