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Nissan Z

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The Car Guide rating 4.0/5 77% Detailed ratings

Price $50,998 – $75,998 Payments

Fuel consumption 8.6 – 14.1 L/100km

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Two models are part of the Nissan Z lineup, both sharing the same mechanical foundation. First, the standard Z uses a twin-turbocharged 3.0-litre V6 that produces 400 horsepower and 350 lb-ft of torque. It can be paired with either a manual or automatic transmission. The Z NISMO, meanwhile, boasts enhanced performance (420 horsepower, 384 lb-ft) and a more finely tuned chassis. However, it cannot be specified with a clutch.

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As you might already know, a brand-new generation of the Nissan Z is hitting the market for model year 2023, featuring a 400-horsepower twin-turbo V6 and a design inspired by its ancestors. But some people say that the substantial price increase is a problem. If a naturally aspirated V6 with …November 4, 2022

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Nissan, Subaru Sports Cars Adding Colourful, Limited-Edition Models for 2026

Sports car enthusiasts need to turn their attention to Nissan and Subaru , which announced cool new limited-edition models this week. Let's start with the Nissan Z . The 2026 lineup will add a new Heritage Edition inspired by the 1990s and the fourth generation of the Z line, namely …September 12, 2025

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The 2022 SEMA Show in Las Vegas is coming next week (Nov. 1-4) and Nissan will be among the automakers on hand with six unique and colourful concepts, not to mention the new Z GT4 race car making its public debut. The one that most caught our eye—and will haunt …October 27, 2022

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The New 2023 Nissan Ariya and Nissan Z Uncovered at Nissan Studio in Toronto

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The all-new 2023 Nissan Z has yet to hit the market (it’s slated to go on sale in Canada just before summer), but the Japanese automaker already seems to be aware that the front grille won’t please everybody. In fact, you can bet that a number of owners won’t hesitate …January 17, 2022

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