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 $43,824, and its year-round low is $42,177.67. That puts the model in a fairly tight pricing band, with recent shopping centered around the 2024 model year. 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 and stands out for its classic sports-car character. The all-generations owner rating is 4.62/5 across every model year in the data.

Owners consistently praise its power, driving excitement, and vintage-inspired design. Across the newer model years, the Z also gets credit for its strong performance focus and distinctive styling, which help it feel special to enthusiasts.

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

The main trade-offs center on ride comfort, cabin space, and some interior and control-layout quirks in the newer expert-tested years. Even so, the Z remains a compelling choice if you want a focused two-seat sports car with real personality.

33.9% of listings are priced as good or great deals.

Are Nissan Z models reliable?

Owners consistently rate the Nissan Z highly, and the recurring praise centers on its power, driving enjoyment, and classic sports-car appeal. Expert feedback for the newer model years also reinforces that the Z delivers a memorable, enthusiast-focused experience.

• 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 manageable if you prioritize well-kept examples and pay attention to condition, since the strongest ownership feedback is tied to the car’s performance-first character.

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

Across all model years, accident-free inventory is excellent at 93.8% — 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: 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, navigation, 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...

• Sport: the starting point if you want the core Z experience with the 8-inch touchscreen, wired Apple CarPlay, wired Android Auto, and the twin-turbo V6; a good fit if you want the most accessible way into the lineup.
• Performance: the best-value trim for many shoppers, since it adds the mechanical limited-slip differential, performance brakes, 19-inch forged aluminum wheels, SynchroRev Match for the manual, and the 9-inch screen with wireless Apple CarPlay, navigation, Wi-Fi hotspot access, and Bose audio.
• Heritage Edition: for you if you want the Performance trim’s hardware plus the retro-inspired Midnight Purple paint, bronze 19-inch Rays forged aluminum wheels, carbon-fiber rear spoiler, Twin Turbo graphics, and unique interior touches.
• Nismo: the top performance choice, adding 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 2024, 2025, and 2023.

Higher-volume years tend to be the easiest place to shop because you get more inventory to compare, which can help you find the right color, trim, and condition. They also usually give you a better chance of spotting a strong deal without waiting for a rare listing to appear.

What is the Nissan Z's resale value?

Used Nissan Z pricing has moved lower year over year, which is helpful if you’re shopping for value. The change shown here is modest, so the market looks relatively stable rather than sharply volatile. That makes recent model years especially appealing if you want a newer sports car without paying the newest-car premium.

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

Is the Nissan Z safe?

• 2024: 6/10
• 2023: 7/10

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 −2.09% versus a year ago.
• Deal availability: The 2024 model has 33.4% good and great deals.
• Sweet-spot year: The 2024 model has the most listings at a current average price of $43,715. The Nissan Z offers a classic two-seat sports-car character with strong styling and a focused enthusiast feel.

Consider waiting if:

• Powertrain/efficiency: a twin-turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 engine producing 400 horsepower and 350 pound-feet of torque, with 19 mpg and 22 mpg in combined driving
• Tech: a 12.3-inch digital display, an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system, and a 9-inch screen while adding wireless Apple CarPlay
• Safety: 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

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 21, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.