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2024 Nissan Z Nismo review
Nismo's new Z Coupe dials up the standard car's aggression with better performance and handling, but should you spend $100,000 on a Nissan?
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James Wong
Nissan Nissan Z vs Mazda MX-5 Comparison
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Based on the Nissan Nissan Z NISMO
Based on the Mazda MX-5 G20 RF GT BLK ROOF T/COTTA LTH
Best suitable for...
City driving
FunFuel Efficiency
62L
608 to 670 km
45L
275 to 410 km
Warranty
5 year
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5 year
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MSRP
$75,800 - $94,000
$36,090 - $56,140
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CarExpert's Take
James Wong
Marketplace Editor
James Wong drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- She's a looker
- Tangible upgrades over standard Z
- Old-school character has appeal
Misses
- $100,000 on the road
- Still remnants of 370Z DNA
- Not as fast or as polished as a Supra
Josh Nevett
Marketplace Journalist
Josh Nevett drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Fun to drive anywhere, anytime
- RF brings coupe looks, flexibility
- Compliant ride
Misses
- Tan interior exclusive for auto
- Limited passenger legroom
- Steering lacks feedback
Standard Features
| Apple CarPlay and Android Auto | ||
| Wireless phone charger | ||
| Powered tailgate | ||
| Rear air vents | ||
| Adaptive cruise control | ||
| Climate control | ||
| Reversing sensors | ||
| Reversing camera | ||
| Autonomous emergency braking | ||
Optional Features
- Two-tone Paint (+$1,200)
- Metallic Paint Premium (+$495)
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Specs
| Type | ||
| TWIN TURBO GAS D/INJ | GASOLINE DIRECT INJ | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| 2997 | 1496 - 1998 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| 3.0L | 2.0L, 1.5L | |
| Induction | ||
| TWIN TURBO V6 | INLINE 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM | VARIABLE DOUBLE OVERHEAD CAM, DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| 24 | 16 | |
| Power | ||
| 298kW - 309kW | 97kW - 135kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| 6400 | 7000 | |
| Torque | ||
| 475Nm - 520Nm | 152Nm - 205Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| 1600 | 4000 - 4500 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| 10.3 | 13 | |
