The 2027 Nissan Z is the sports car of our Nissan lineup, and Premier Nissan of Metairie gives New Orleans enthusiasts a place to compare it up close. A twin-turbo 3.0-liter V6 makes 400 horsepower in the Sport and Performance and 420 horsepower in the Z NISMO, which now offers a six-speed manual for the first time. Every grade is rear-wheel drive, and every grade can be ordered with three pedals.
The headline is the Z NISMO manual. It pairs a six-speed with an upgraded clutch and shorter shift stroke, plus a manual-specific throttle and ignition tune and two-piece, GT-R-derived front brake rotors that save 19 pounds. The Sport and Performance get a restyled front bumper and grille with a body-color bar and a new “Z” nose emblem, the Performance adds larger-diameter monotube shocks and new forged 19-inch wheels, and every Z gets a revised fuel tank that keeps fuel delivery consistent in high-G corners. New colors include Shinkai Green Pearl Metallic with a Super Black roof, a tan interior option for the Performance, and NISMO-exclusive Stealth Gray.
The longitudinally mounted 3.0-liter V6 uses twin turbochargers and direct injection to make 400 hp at 6,400 rpm and 350 lb-ft from 1,600 to 5,600 rpm. Z NISMO raises that to 420 hp and 384 lb-ft. A six-speed close-ratio manual with an EXEDY high-performance clutch is standard, and a nine-speed automatic with paddle shifters is available on every grade.
The Z seats two in sport buckets with 42.9 inches of legroom and 38.2 inches of headroom. A dash-top three-gauge pod shows turbo boost, turbine speed, and voltage, a nod to classic Z cars. Seating ranges from black woven cloth on the Sport to heated leather-appointed seats with suede inserts on the Performance and NISMO-exclusive Recaro seats with leather and Alcantara.
A 12.3-inch digital meter offers Normal, Enhanced, and Sport layouts, with a programmable shift light on manual models. The Sport uses an 8-inch touchscreen, while Performance and NISMO step up to a 9-inch touchscreen with navigation, wireless Apple CarPlay, and NissanConnect with a Wi-Fi hotspot.
All three grades share the twin-turbo V6, rear-wheel drive, and a standard six-speed manual. The Performance adds the hardware most track-day drivers want, and the NISMO adds more power, sharper tuning, and its own bodywork.
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420 hp, now with a manual
The Sport delivers the same 400 hp as the Performance in the lightest package, at 3,486 pounds with the manual. Its 18-inch tires also offer the most sidewall for rough city pavement.
The limited-slip differential, larger 4-piston brakes, SynchroRev Match, and new monotube shocks make the Performance the most complete package for drivers who plan to lap a road course.
The new NISMO manual combines 420 hp with an upgraded clutch, shorter shift throws, a sharper throttle tune, and louder Active Sound Enhancement in Sport mode.
The nine-speed automatic brings paddle shifters, launch control, and downshift rev matching, plus the best fuel economy in the lineup at 28 MPG highway on Sport and Performance.
| Grade and Transmission | City / Hwy / Combined MPG | Curb Weight |
|---|---|---|
| Sport, 6-speed manual | 18 / 24 / 20 | 3,486 lbs |
| Sport, 9-speed automatic | 19 / 28 / 22 | 3,549 lbs |
| Performance, 6-speed manual | 18 / 24 / 20 | 3,536 lbs |
| Performance, 9-speed automatic | 19 / 28 / 22 | 3,602 lbs |
| NISMO, 6-speed manual | 16 / 21 / 18 | 3,624 lbs |
| NISMO, 9-speed automatic | 17 / 24 / 19 | 3,677 lbs |
At 12,000 miles a year, a Sport or Performance automatic uses about 545 gallons of premium at its combined estimate, compared with about 600 for the manual and 667 for the NISMO manual. The automatic’s taller top gears explain most of the highway gap.
2027 EPA fuel economy estimates. Actual mileage will vary with driving conditions. Use for comparison only.
| Engine | VR30DDTT 3.0L twin-turbo V6, DOHC, aluminum block and heads |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 2,997 cc |
| Horsepower | 400 @ 6,400 rpm (Sport, Performance); 420 @ 6,400 rpm (NISMO) |
| Torque | 350 lb-ft @ 1,600 to 5,600 rpm (Sport, Performance); 384 lb-ft @ 2,000 to 5,200 rpm (NISMO) |
| Bore x Stroke | 86.0 x 86.0 mm |
| Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 |
| Redline | 6,800 rpm |
| Fuel Delivery | Direct injection |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium unleaded |
| Emissions | LEV3-ULEV70 (California), Tier 3-Bin70 (EPA) |
| Gear | 6-Speed Manual | 9-Speed Automatic |
|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3.795 | 5.425 |
| 2nd | 2.325 | 3.263 |
| 3rd | 1.625 | 2.249 |
| 4th | 1.272 | 1.649 |
| 5th | 1.000 | 1.221 |
| 6th | 0.795 | 1.000 |
| 7th / 8th / 9th | – | 0.862 / 0.713 / 0.597 |
| Reverse | 3.446 | 4.799 |
| Final Drive | 3.538 | 3.133 |
| Driveshaft | Carbon fiber composite | Steel |
| Front Suspension | Double-wishbone aluminum-alloy, aluminum subframe, monotube shocks, stabilizer bar |
|---|---|
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link aluminum-alloy, steel subframe, monotube shocks, stabilizer bar |
| Bracing | 2-point front strut tower brace; NISMO front and rear chassis bracing |
| Limited-Slip Differential | Mechanical clutch-type (Performance, NISMO) |
| Front Brakes | 12.6 x 1.10 in. (Sport); 14.0 x 1.3 in. (Performance); 15.0 x 1.3 in. two-piece (NISMO) |
| Rear Brakes | 12.1 x 0.6 in. (Sport); 13.8 x 0.8 in. (Performance, NISMO) |
| Calipers | 2-piston front, single-piston rear, cast iron (Sport); 4-piston front, 2-piston rear, aluminum (Performance, NISMO) |
| Wheels and Tires | 18 x 9 in. with 245/45R18 (Sport); forged 19 x 9.5 / 19 x 10 in. with 255/40R19 and 275/35R19 (Performance); forged 19 x 10 / 19 x 10.5 in. with 255/40R19 and 285/35R19 (NISMO) |
| Body Panels | Aluminum hood, doors, and rear hatch |
| Seating Capacity | 2 |
|---|---|
| Wheelbase | 100.4 in. |
| Overall Length | 173.2 in. |
| Overall Width | 72.6 in. (Sport, Performance); 73.6 in. (NISMO) |
| Overall Height | 51.8 in. |
| Ground Clearance | 4.8 to 4.9 in. |
| Headroom / Legroom | 38.2 / 42.9 in. |
| Hip / Shoulder Room | 54.6 / 54.2 in. |
| Curb Weight | 3,486 to 3,677 lbs depending on grade and transmission |
Specifications sourced from Nissan’s 2027 Z specifications, fact sheet, and product overview.
Every 2027 Z includes dual-stage front air bags, seat-mounted side air bags, roof-mounted curtain air bags, Vehicle Dynamic Control, and Intelligent Cruise Control, along with a full set of standard driver-assist technologies.
Driver-assist features have limitations and do not replace safe driving. The driver must always remain in control of the vehicle. See Owner’s Manual for details.
A twin-turbo V6 deserves long-term protection. Every new Z from Premier Nissan of Metairie includes our Warranty for Life on the powertrain, on top of Nissan’s factory coverage, for as long as you own the car.
Yes. For 2027, the Z NISMO adds a six-speed manual with an upgraded clutch, a shorter shift stroke, and a manual-specific throttle and ignition tune. A NISMO-tuned nine-speed automatic remains available.
The Sport and Performance make 400 horsepower and 350 lb-ft of torque. The Z NISMO makes 420 horsepower and 384 lb-ft.
Both make 400 hp. The Performance adds a mechanical limited-slip differential, larger 4-piston front brakes, forged 19-inch wheels, new larger-diameter monotube shocks, SynchroRev Match on manuals, heated leather seats, Bose audio, and a 9-inch navigation touchscreen.
Sport and Performance automatics are rated at 19 city, 28 highway, and 22 combined MPG; manuals are rated at 18, 24, and 20. The NISMO is rated at 17/24/19 with the automatic and 16/21/18 with the manual.
Yes. Nissan recommends premium unleaded for the VR30DDTT twin-turbo V6 on every grade.
The Z is a two-seat sports car with sport bucket seats. The NISMO uses exclusive Recaro seats.
Shinkai Green Pearl Metallic is new for Sport and Performance, paired exclusively with a Super Black roof and inspired by the classic S30 Z. The Performance also adds a tan interior option, and the NISMO offers exclusive Stealth Gray with a Super Black roof.
Premier Nissan of Metairie is at 6636 Veterans Memorial Blvd. Z inventory moves quickly, so check our current Z inventory before your visit. Sales is open Monday through Saturday from 9 AM to 9 PM.
Nissan provides 3-year/36,000-mile basic coverage and 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain coverage. Premier Nissan of Metairie adds its Warranty for Life, covering the powertrain for as long as you own the car.
Premier Nissan of Metairie at 6636 Veterans Memorial Blvd serves enthusiasts from New Orleans, Kenner, Gretna, Harvey, LaPlace, and Mandeville. Our 2027 Nissan Z inventory is limited, so availability by grade and transmission can change quickly.
NOLA Motorsports Park in Avondale gives local Z owners a road course close to home, where the Performance’s limited-slip differential and the NISMO’s GT-R-derived brakes can actually be used. On the street, 4.8 inches of ground clearance means steep driveways and rough patches deserve an angled approach, and the Sport’s 18-inch tires soften broken pavement the most.
We finished 2025 as the #1 Nissan dealer by volume and back every new Z with our Warranty for Life. Our team keeps the process relationship-first and pressure-free, our finance center walks through buying and leasing options, and our parts center carries genuine Nissan components for long-term ownership.
