DecodedCarsNissan Z
5 model years from 2023 to 2027, compared on size, efficiency, safety and reliability.
- Model years
- 2023–2027
- Class
- Two Seaters
- Latest engines
- 3.0L 6-cyl turbo
- Best MPG
- 22–22 combined, by year
- Latest rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 2 campaigns, all years
- Most complaints
- 2024 (2)
- Fewest problems
- 2023
- Interest
- 9,091 Wikipedia views / 30 days
The 2026 Z in brief
The 2026 Nissan Z is a two seaters offered with a 3.0L 6-cyl turbo engine and rear-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 22 MPG combined (19 city / 28 highway), 18% better than the 2026 two seaters average of 18.7 MPG, for an estimated $3,750 a year in fuel.
There are no recalls or owner complaints on file with NHTSA for this model year.
The Nissan Z has 5 model years in our data, from 2023 to 2027.
Its most efficient year was 2027 at 22 MPG combined; across all years the best version ranged from 22 to 22 MPG.
Owners most often report problems with the wheels (1), unknown or other (1), structure › body (1).
Buying used? 2024 has the fewest problems in our data.
2024 has the most recalls (2); all years together count 2 campaigns and 5 owner complaints.
How the 2023 Z compares
The 2023 Nissan Z is a two seaters offered with a 3.0L 6-cyl turbo engine and rear-wheel drive.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 22 MPG combined (19 city / 28 highway), 18% better than the 2023 two seaters average of 18.6 MPG, for an estimated $3,750 a year in fuel.
About the Nissan Z
The Nissan Z is a model series of sports cars manufactured by Nissan since 1969.
From the Wikipedia article "Nissan Z-car", licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.
2026 Z pros & cons
Full 2026 details →What's good
- Excellent fuel economyUp to 22 MPG combined — 18% better than the average 2026 two seaters (18.7 MPG).
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Best and worst years to buy used
2024 Z
2 owner complaints · 2 recalls
None of the 2 model years we compared stands out for complaints or recalls.
NHTSA recalls and complaints for 2 model years since 2015; use it alongside a pre-purchase inspection. How we calculate this →
Compare head to head
Show all 5 model years side by side
Alternatives to the 2026 Z
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Chevrolet Corvette | 19 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2026 Mazda MX-5 | 29 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Toyota GR Supra | 27 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2026 Bugatti Rimac Nevera | 174 mi | Not rated | 0 |
Most common owner-reported problems
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikipedia, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Nissan. How we calculate this →