What will the 2023 Z cost?
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The new 2023 Nissan Z has been a long time coming, and while the recently announced production delay is frustrating, we're finally on the home stretch. First drives of the new sports car are finally out—including ours, read it here!—and pricing has been announced, with the Z starting at just over $40,000 once it hits dealer lots later this summer. Forty-ish grand? That price severely undercuts the new Toyota Supra, the Nissan's primary competitor. Show The 2023 Nissan Z Coupe Sport, the base model, will start at $41,015 after factoring in destination and handling fees, while the Z Coupe Performance model will start at $51,015 and the limited run of Z Proto Spec models will start at $54,015. Those asks represent quite the price bumps over the outgoing 370Z, which started at $30,985 including destination for the 2020 model year. However, the new car produces 68 more horsepower and 30 percent more torque from its far newer, twin-turbo V-6 engie, so at least there's more bang for more buck. To further make its case, the new Z increases maximum cornering G by 13 percent, features new dampers with a 20 percent reduction in impact force over bumps, and now has a quicker 0 to 60 mph time of approximately 4.0 seconds. The Nissan Z may not be as "attainable" as the Subaru BRZ or Toyota 86 sports cars, but it's still priced to be the more affordable performance model in the Nissan lineup, especially compared to the six-figure prices the GT-R asks for. It also starts a couple grand cheaper than the 2023 Toyota Supra, which is priced at $44,315—and that's for a lowly four-cylinder model. The six-cylinder, more equivalent Supra 3.0 starts over $56,000. All 2023 Z models will get a 3.0-liter V-6 twin-turbo engine rated at 400 horsepower and 350 lb-ft of torque powering the rear wheels. Manual models feature a carbon-fiber composite drive shaft and rev-matching tech, and all Z cars now come with launch control. Automatic-equipped Z cars now get the same paddle shifter handles as found in the GT-R. On all three available Z trims, the good news is the 9-speed automatic and 6-speed manual transmissions are priced the same, which should help move more stick-shift units. Need we remind everyone that the Supra only recently gained the option for a six-speed manual? The Z Proto Spec trim is limited to just 240 total units for the U.S. market, available with either transmission. The Z Proto adds to the Performance trim, with yellow brake calipers, bronze 19-inch aluminum-alloy wheels, leather seats with yellow accents, yellow stitching throughout the cabin, and a unique shifter on manual models. Customers can opt for three monotone exterior paint jobs, including Black Diamond, Gun, and Rosewood metallic colors, or go for a two-tone look with the choice of six colors including silver, grey, Seiran Blue, Ikazuchi Yellow, Passion Red, or Everest White, combined with a black roof treatment. Red, black, or blue interior accent treatments are available. Infotainment is managed by an 8-inch dashboard touchscreen on the Sport and a 9-incher on the Performance, and the driver gets a 12.3-inch display in front of the wheel on all models, which includes a boost gauge, g-meter, and redline at 12 'o-clock position. The base Sport model comes with dark-painted 18-inch aluminum-alloy wheels on Yokohama Sport high performance tires. The car also comes with auto temperature control, auto-dimming rear-view mirror, one Type-A and one Type-C USB port, front and rear parking sensors, push button start, and Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The Z also gets emergency braking, pedestrian detection, blind spot monitoring, lane departure warning, and rear cross traffic alert. The Z Performance trim upgrades to 19-inch super-lightweight forged alloy wheels mounted with Bridgestone Potenza high-performance tires, a rear spoiler, upgraded larger disc brakes, onboard navigation, an 8-speaker Bose audio system, a Wi-Fi hotspot, heated side mirrors, a dual exhaust system, a mechanical limited-slip differential, and inside, the trim adds aluminum pedals and heated and powered front seats. Despite earlier delays, the car is still on track to launch in the U.S. this summer. The new 2023 Nissan Z will cost $73,300 before on-road costs when it arrives locally around the middle of 2022, the company today revealed. The price is the same for both the nine-speed automatic and six-speed manual models – the latter of which has accounted for a surprising 70 per cent of initial orders. As we reported last week, more than 1000 Australians have put their hard-earned money down at a dealer for their new Nissan Z – before first shipments go on sale here, and before today’s pricing announcement went public. The circa 1000 money-down reservations come from a pool of 3000-odd people who lodged “expressions of interest”. The amount deposited varies depending on the dealer, Nissan says. As well as this regular Z model, Nissan Australia will also offer a few hundred limited-edition Z Proto Spec special editions to coincide with the launch, priced at $80,700 before on-roads. This special edition Z Proto brings unique bits such as Ikazuchi Yellow paint with a black roof, matching yellow brake calipers, 19-inch bronze forged alloy wheels, and interior trim tweaks. “I know Australian fans of the Z family have been waiting patiently for further details about this impressive new sports coupe, and I’m thrilled to be able to confirm pricing and further specification details for our market,” says Nissan Australia managing director Adam Paterson. “The fastest, most powerful and most exciting Z car ever is now ready to launch in Australia, and I can’t wait for people to climb behind the wheel of this new icon.” The latest Z can trace its origins back to the much-loved 240Z, which was first introduced to Australia in September 1970.
BackgroundThe new Nissan Z’s $73,300 (excluding dealer delivery and State taxes) price point compares to pricing of between $61,990 (manual) and $64,490 (auto) for the MY21 Nissan 370Z Nismo. In terms of competitors, the top-selling Ford Mustang Fastback GT V8 sells for between $65,290 and $68,290 depending on transmission; a BMW 230i sells for $70,900; and of course there’s the Toyota Supra, which currently starts at $87,303 and will soon get a manual option. Assuming most of those 1000 Australians who placed deposits follow through, you can expect some pretty lengthy wait times. Mr Paterson did not comment when asked for some detail on the supply situation, specifically around how many months or even years of supply 1000 units represented. Nissan has yet to specify its plans around supplying its national dealers with Z stock, and whether it’ll attempt to limit dealer markups, or speculators buying then on-selling at a profit. Numerous manufacturers have had to contend with providing the market with high-demand niche products lately: examples coming to mind span from the Suzuki Jimny, to the similarly popular (relative to supply) Subaru BRZ, Toyota GR Yaris, and Hyundai Ioniq 5. “Waiting for product is something that’s becoming a new reality for Australians, regardless of brand,” Mr Paterson said, in a different context, speaking about Nissan supply more generally. Nissan Z details in briefThe Nissan Z sits on a revised version of the 370Z’s rear-wheel drive bones and uses the Infiniti Q60 Red Sport’s 3.0-litre twin-turbo V6 with variable valve timing and quick-spooling small-diameter turbochargers, putting out 298kW of power and 475Nm of torque. Power-to-weight is improved by 13 per cent over the 370Z and the acceleration time from zero to 100km/h has been reduced by a claimed 15 per cent. The enthusiast’s gearbox is a six-speed close-ratio manual with an Exedy high-performance clutch and carbon-fibre composite drive shaft. It has an automated rev-matching function. The auto is a new nine-speed unit paired with aluminium paddle shifters. All Nissan Zs have a mechanical limited-slip differential and launch control as standard equipment. Standard features on the single permanent launch variant will include leather-accented seats, an 8.0-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and a 12.3-inch TFT digital instrument cluster with three distinct display modes. It’ll also come standard with Active Noise Cancellation to filter out tyre drone and wind noise, and Active Sound Enhancement to amplify the engine soundtrack inside the cabin. For more Nissan Z content check out some of our features linked below. MORE: Nissan Z price imminent, 1000 Aussies place deposit How much will the Nissan Z 2023 be?– Nissan today announced the MSRP1 for the latest iteration of its "attainable dream car," the 2023 Nissan Z – $39,990 for the Z Sport and $49,990 for the Z Performance. Both grades are scheduled to arrive at Nissan dealerships nationwide in Summer 2022.
How much is a 2023 400Z?Starting at $41,015
Highs Compliant ride, perky twin-turbo V-6, available with a six-speed manual. Lows Snug cabin, vague on-center steering feel, heavier than the outgoing 370Z.
How much will the new Z car be?How Much Does the 2023 Nissan Z Cost? The 2023 Nissan Z starts at $39,990, which is by far the highest base price among affordable sports cars. Nearly all class rivals retail for between $25,000 and $30,000.
When can you order a 2023 Nissan Z?The 2023 Nissan Z is set for U.S. sales in spring of 2022.
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