The 2027 Nissan Z is arriving at dealers now with confirmed official pricing from Nissan’s July 21, 2026 press release and two headline updates that enthusiasts have been requesting since the current generation launched in 2023. Nissan’s own pricing press release confirms the Sport starts at $44,480 before the $1,245 destination charge, the Performance at $54,480, and the NISMO at $67,260. KBB confirms the with-destination range from $45,775 for the Sport to $68,555 for the NISMO. The most significant 2027 update: the NISMO finally offers an available six-speed manual transmission , the first time manual enthusiasts can buy the top-spec Z with NISMO’s 420-horsepower engine, GT-R-derived brakes, and track-tuned suspension without being forced into the automatic. The 2027 also receives its first cosmetic refresh since the 2023 relaunch, with a new front fascia, body-color grille bar, and new wheel designs on Sport and Performance. The Toyota GR Supra has been discontinued for 2027, leaving the Nissan Z as the only twin-turbo six-cylinder sports coupe under $60,000 with a standard manual transmission. Click the “Get Prices” button above to use our Insider Access to Dealer Pricing tool and get real competing dealer quotes from Nissan dealers near you in minutes.
Nissan USA’s official press release confirms all 2027 Z prices before the $1,245 destination charge: Sport at $44,480, Performance at $54,480, Performance Automatic at $54,480 (same price as manual Performance, listed separately as a configuration), and NISMO at $67,260. Cars.com confirms the with-destination prices: Sport at $45,725, Performance at $55,725, and NISMO at $68,505. KBB independently confirms Sport at $45,775 and NISMO at $68,555. The $1,510 price increase from the 2026 Sport ($42,970) to the 2027 Sport ($44,480) is offset by the meaningful updates at both the NISMO and cosmetic refresh levels across all trims. The 2027 Z competes against the Ford Mustang, Chevrolet Corvette, and Subaru BRZ , the Toyota GR Supra has been discontinued. Our Insider Access to Dealer Pricing tool puts real competing local dealer quotes in front of you before you ever step onto any lot.
The invoice price is what a Nissan dealer paid Nissan North America for the vehicle on their lot, sitting below the MSRP by a margin the dealer has no reason to share. On the 2027 Z, the gap between MSRP and dealer invoice typically runs approximately $1,200 to $2,500 depending on trim, with the wider dollar spread on the Performance and NISMO given their higher price points. The invoice figure is your negotiating anchor, not the window sticker.
Nissan’s dealer holdback adds roughly 2 to 3 percent of base MSRP back to the dealer after each vehicle sells, which on a $55,725 Performance with destination represents approximately $1,115 to $1,672 in additional margin beneath the invoice figure. The 2026 Z established the discount environment buyers can expect on the 2027: KBB listings on 2026 units confirmed a Performance at $52,544 against $56,780 MSRP saving $4,236, and a Sport at $44,735 against $46,235 saving $1,500. As 2027 inventory builds over the coming months, the same discount range is achievable with multi-dealer comparison. Early arrivals at dealers now may carry tighter margins; buyers who can wait a few weeks as inventory fills out will find the most motivated pricing.
As a freshly launched model arriving at dealers now, the 2027 Z’s transaction data is in its earliest stage. Based on the 2026’s established discount pattern of 4 to 7 percent below sticker on motivated inventory, the fair market price for the 2027 Sport at $45,725 with destination lands between $43,000 and $45,000 for buyers who gather competing dealer quotes before visiting any showroom. On the Performance at $55,725, targeting $52,500 to $55,000 reflects what the 2026 discount environment produced on equivalent configurations. On the NISMO at $68,505 with destination, targeting $65,000 to $67,500 reflects competitive pricing for buyers with multi-dealer quotes. The average price paid will tighten further as transaction data accumulates over the next 60 to 90 days. Using our Insider Access to Dealer Pricing tool to collect competing dealer quotes before visiting any showroom remains the single most effective way to find which local Nissan dealers are pricing the 2027 Z most aggressively on their current inventory.
Nissan’s July 21, 2026 press release is specific about what changed. Both updates are meaningful for different buyer groups.
The first and most significant: the NISMO finally gets an available six-speed manual transmission with a short shifter and an upgraded clutch. Since the current-generation Z launched in 2023, the NISMO’s 420-horsepower engine, NISMO-tuned suspension, and GT-R-derived brakes have been accessible only through a nine-speed automatic. Enthusiasts who specifically wanted the NISMO’s full performance specification with a proper manual gearbox had no path to that combination , until now. The 2027 NISMO manual corrects that, making it the first Z NISMO in the current generation that drivers can fully engage on their terms. For the segment of Z buyers who were holding out specifically for this combination, the 2027 is the buying moment.
The second update affects Sport and Performance: a heritage-inspired cosmetic refresh that incorporates design elements from classic Nissan sports cars including a body-color bar in the grille opening and new wheel designs. CarsDirect confirms a smoother front fascia completes the visual update. These changes give the Sport and Performance a fresher appearance entering the model’s fourth year without altering the mechanical specification underneath.
Two additional NISMO-specific updates: GT-R-derived two-piece iron-aluminum brake rotors that save 19 pounds of unsprung weight versus the prior rotors while increasing thermal capacity, and wider 19-inch NISMO RAYS forged-alloy wheels. Both are confirmed from Nissan’s official press release.
The 2027 Z’s transmission structure is now the most flexible in the current generation’s history. The Sport and Performance offer the six-speed manual as standard and the nine-speed automatic at no additional cost , unchanged from 2026. The NISMO now adds the six-speed manual as an available option alongside its standard nine-speed automatic , new for 2027. Nissan’s pricing press release confirms there is no price difference between the six-speed manual and nine-speed automatic on any trim where both are offered, underscoring Nissan’s commitment to offering buyers the sports car that matches their lifestyle.
Performance figures from the 2026 apply to the 2027’s unchanged powertrains: 0-to-60 in 4.5 seconds with the manual, 4.3 seconds with the automatic on Sport and Performance, and 3.9 seconds on the NISMO. The manual’s slightly slower quarter-mile acceleration is offset by the engagement it delivers in spirited driving. Deciding on transmission before comparing configurations ensures you are evaluating what actually matches your driving priorities.
CarsDirect and Edmunds both recommend the Performance as the better all-around Z, noting the jump in price is small relative to the mechanical upgrades it delivers.
Sport ($44,480 before destination / $45,725 with destination)
The Sport delivers the full 400-horsepower twin-turbo V6, six-speed manual standard or nine-speed automatic at no charge, rear-wheel drive, 18-inch aluminum-alloy wheels with the new heritage-inspired design, the refreshed front fascia with body-color grille bar, a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, a 9-inch infotainment touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, and Nissan Safety Shield 360. The six-speaker audio system is the Sport’s specific standard content difference from the Performance’s Bose system. For buyers who want the 2027 Z’s heritage-refreshed appearance and 400-horsepower V6 at the lowest available price with a manual or automatic transmission choice at no cost difference, the Sport is the entry point.
Performance ($54,480 before destination / $55,725 with destination) , Edmunds’ and CarsDirect’s recommended trim
CarsDirect identifies the Performance as the trim that gets our recommendation. The $10,000 step over the Sport includes 19-inch RAYS forged-alloy wheels with new 2027 designs, Bridgestone Potenza high-performance staggered tires, Akebono four-piston front calipers, a mechanical limited-slip differential, launch control, rev-matching on the manual, heated leather seats with sueded inserts, a Bose 8-speaker premium audio system, sueded door trim, aluminum pedals, and heated side mirrors. The Performance Automatic is listed separately at the same $54,480 price for buyers who specifically want to configure the automatic from the start rather than as an add-on option. The 2026 Z Performance delivered KBB-confirmed discounts of $4,236 below sticker on motivated dealer inventory, establishing the discount environment buyers can target on 2027 Performance units as inventory builds.
NISMO ($67,260 before destination / $68,505 with destination)
The 2027 NISMO is the first NISMO in the current generation with an available six-speed manual , the headline update for this trim. The NISMO-tuned 420-horsepower engine (up 20 hp and 34 lb-ft from Sport and Performance) pairs with the new GT-R-derived two-piece iron-aluminum brake rotors that save 19 pounds of unsprung weight, the NISMO-tuned suspension with additional chassis bracing, wider 19-inch NISMO RAYS forged-alloy wheels with summer performance tires, Recaro sport seats, red interior accents, a NISMO aerodynamic body kit, and NISMO gauge cluster graphics. For buyers who have specifically wanted the NISMO’s full specification with a manual gearbox, the 2027 is the buying moment that has not existed in the current generation before now.
The 2027 Z is arriving at dealers now, meaning early inventory may carry tighter margins than units that have been on lots for 30 to 60 days. Based on the 2026 Z’s established discount pattern of $1,500 to $4,236 below sticker across Sport and Performance configurations, here is what buyers who prepare with competing dealer quotes are targeting. On the Sport at $45,725 with destination, targeting $43,000 to $45,000 reflects a realistic competitive outcome. On the Performance at $55,725, targeting $52,500 to $55,000 reflects the discount environment the 2026 established on comparable configurations. On the NISMO at $68,505, targeting $65,000 to $67,500 is achievable for prepared buyers. Buyers who gather competing quotes from multiple local Nissan dealers and are willing to wait a few weeks as inventory builds will consistently find more motivated pricing than those who commit to the first dealer visit on newly arrived units.
The out-the-door price on a 2027 Nissan Z adds approximately $2,000 to $3,500 in taxes, title, registration, and documentation fees to the negotiated vehicle price depending on your state and county. On a Performance negotiated to $53,000, the realistic out-the-door total lands in the $55,000 to $56,500 range in most markets. Sports car buyers who plan to add aftermarket modifications should negotiate the bare vehicle price first and resist dealer pressure to bundle accessories into the finance contract, where markups are typically significant.
Cars.com specifically notes the Toyota GR Supra has been discontinued for 2027, leaving the Nissan Z as the only twin-turbo six-cylinder sports coupe available under $60,000 with a standard manual transmission option. The Supra was the Z’s closest direct competitor in the twin-turbo six-cylinder sports coupe segment, and its exit leaves the Ford Mustang (available with a V8 and a four-cylinder turbo), the Chevrolet Corvette (V8, significantly more expensive), and the Subaru BRZ (naturally aspirated four-cylinder) as the remaining alternatives. For buyers who were cross-shopping the Z against the Supra specifically, the Supra’s discontinuation resolves that comparison. For buyers comparing the Z against the broader sports car field, the 2027’s pricing at $45,725 to $68,505 with destination positions it as the accessible twin-turbo six choice in a field where V8 alternatives cost significantly more.
Nissan Motor Acceptance Corporation periodically offers promotional APR financing for well-qualified Z buyers. Nissan maintains military appreciation pricing for active duty and veteran buyers, college graduate pricing for recent graduates, and first responder discounts. The Z carries Nissan’s standard 3-year/36,000-mile basic warranty and 5-year/60,000-mile powertrain coverage. Getting a competitive local dealer quote through our Insider Access to Dealer Pricing tool gives you the most accurate picture of your real out-the-door cost before committing to anything.
The fastest and most effective first step in buying a 2027 Nissan Z at the best possible price is finding out what local Nissan dealers near you are actually willing to charge before you contact any of them directly. Click the “Get Prices” button above to use our Insider Access to Dealer Pricing tool, select the Z trim and transmission you are considering, enter your basic information, and get real pricing from Nissan dealers in your area within minutes.
No showroom visit, no sales pressure, and no obligation. You get actual competing quotes from local dealers competing for your business, alongside the invoice benchmarks and fair market price data in this guide, giving you everything you need to negotiate confidently on the first Z NISMO in the current generation to offer a six-speed manual, the only twin-turbo six sports coupe under $60,000 with a standard manual transmission now that the Supra is gone, and a 2026 discount track record of up to $4,236 below sticker on Performance configurations that sets the benchmark for what 2027 buyers can achieve with competing dealer quotes.
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