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 $43,514, and its year-round low is $42,171.99. That gives you a useful snapshot of where this model sits right now if you're shopping used. Recently, prices have come down for the 2024 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 the full lineup, and its appeal centers on classic sports-car character, strong performance, and distinctive styling. The all-generations owner rating is 4.62/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise the Z for its power and thrilling driving experience, and many also respond to its vintage-inspired design and overall sports-car feel. Across the model range, the car’s character and performance-first mission come through clearly, which is a big part of why it resonates with enthusiasts.

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

The main trade-offs show up in ride comfort, cabin space, and day-to-day refinement, with recent expert reviews also calling out steering feel and technology as recurring concerns.

32.2% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Nissan Z models reliable?

Owners and experts consistently point to the Nissan Z’s strong performance, distinctive design, and enthusiast-focused character as core strengths. The owner feedback across the lineup is especially positive, and the car’s appeal is reinforced by its straightforward sports-car formula.

• Owners rate the Nissan Z between 4.5 and 5.0 out of 5 stars across all model years in the data.

For used buyers, long-term ownership risk looks tied more to sports-car wear-and-tear and condition-specific upkeep than to any broad pattern in the data.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is excellent at 93.5% — 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, automatic high-beam headlights
• Infotainment: 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wired Apple CarPlay and wired Android Auto; 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
• Fuel efficiency: 19 mpg and 22 mpg in combined driving

Which Nissan Z trim should I buy?

The 2026 Nissan Z offers these trims:

• Sport: The entry point gives you the core Z formula, and it suits you if you want the simplest path into the lineup.
• 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: Built from the Performance trim, it adds 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: This track-focused trim adds chassis bracing, revised steering, upgraded brakes, exclusive suspension tuning, wider rear wheels, and high-performance summer tires.

What Nissan Z do most buyers choose?

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

Higher-volume years usually give you more choices on price, mileage, and condition, which is why they tend to be the most popular used picks. They also make it easier to compare similar cars side by side and find the right balance of features and value.

What is the Nissan Z's resale value?

Used Nissan Z prices are moving lower, which can work in your favor if you're shopping now. The change shown here points to a softer market for this model, and that can create better buying opportunities for used shoppers. The 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 has 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 2024 model is at −2.7% versus a year ago.
• Deal availability: The 2024 model has 31.7% good and great deals.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $43,242. The Nissan Z offers a classic two-seat sports-car character with strong performance and distinctive styling.

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). Nissan says the twin-turbo V6 requires premium gas and should return between 19 mpg and 22 mpg in combined driving.
• 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. Upgrade to the Z Performance, Heritage Edition, or Nismo, and the screen grows to 9 inches while adding 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 2024 model year offers the best mix of value and availability. If you want the latest tech and features, it may be worth waiting for 2028 inventory to mature.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from August 28, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.