Nissan Z RZ34
Five letters of Z heritage, finally turbocharged again.
53 reviewers · 165 videos · 53 press articles
Reviewers agree on its fun to drive, but split on performance and handling.
across 53 reviewers
"400 horsepower and that's standard i mean that is a crap ton of power for the money"
Redline Reviews · ▶ 33:48"I don't know where those 400 horsepower are hiding, but they are definitely hiding somewhere."
Grassroots Motorsports · ▶ 4:51"The limit handling on this car is fantastic"
TheTopher · ▶ 10:38"there's some body roll the car flexes a little bit side to side the suspension is just too soft"
Bros FOURR Speed · ▶ 5:14"it's a very quiet and relaxing driving experience on long distances this would be a fantastic grand tour"
TheTopher · ▶ 10:03"this car doesn't have that flexibility this is only hardcore basically"
Bros FOURR Speed · ▶ 10:07"this car starts at under 40 thousand dollars uh and it's going to put vehicles like the supra to shame"
Redline Reviews · ▶ 33:52"$66,000 13 Grand more than the Z performance that's hard to justify when you're talking about an extra 20 horsepower 30 lb feet and some other good but not huge changes"
Doug DeMuro · ▶ 15:24Performance
4.0/553 of 53 reviewerssplit“400 horsepower and that's standard i mean that is a crap ton of power for the money”
positive · Redline Reviews · ▶ 33:48“400 horsepower now out of this three liter twin turbo v6”
positive · TheTopher · ▶ 4:08“this twin turbo v6 is fantastic you get power at the low end you get power at the high end”
positive · Doug DeMuro · ▶ 28:29Handling
4.0/551 of 53 reviewerssplit“The limit handling on this car is fantastic”
positive · TheTopher · ▶ 10:38“This is probably the best handling Z I've ever driven.”
positive · Brian Makse · ▶ 14:14“this car is very impressive it is very quick to go around corners it steals steers well very predictable steering”
positive · Doug DeMuro · ▶ 29:05Fun to drive
4.0/552 of 53 reviewersconsensus“it is so much fun to drive steering is excellent”
positive · TheTopher · ▶ 12:27“The character of this car is so much better than the other Nissan Z's I've driven”
positive · TFLnow · ▶ 6:35“it's so much fun to drive and really this is just becoming increasingly rare as we head into, you know, a more electric future to have a just traditional stick shift performance vehicle.”
positive · Car Confections · ▶ 16:18Daily drivability
3.5/551 of 53 reviewerssplit“it's a very quiet and relaxing driving experience on long distances this would be a fantastic grand tour”
positive · TheTopher · ▶ 10:03“Thing I like about the Z is how daily drivable this car is. It's pretty quiet for a sports type car. And seats are comfortable. And then you pair that with the ride. It's very comfortable for a sports car.”
positive · Ben Hardy · ▶ 4:39“I can't think of a single car below around $70,000 that is more comfortable than this one”
positive · Zygrene · ▶ 8:36Value
3.5/552 of 53 reviewerssplit“this car starts at under 40 thousand dollars uh and it's going to put vehicles like the supra to shame”
positive · Redline Reviews · ▶ 33:52“For me at least the combination of performance personality and yes I will say it value in the Nissan Z are what put this at the top of the pack for me”
positive · A Auto Buyers Guide · ▶ 22:02“$66,000 13 Grand more than the Z performance that's hard to justify when you're talking about an extra 20 horsepower 30 lb feet and some other good but not huge changes”
critical · Doug DeMuro · ▶ 15:24Hear it in the reviewer’s words
- MotorTrend
2027 Nissan Z NISMO Manual First Test: The Best Z Yet Still Feels Old
◆Worth it, with caveatsThe Z NISMO is the best version of the current Z, but its high price and dated platform make it hard to recommend over more modern, polished competitors.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts who prioritize old-school mechanical feel and track-day capability over daily comfort and modern refinement.
- Watch out
- Difficult manual transmission and clutch · Harsh, noisy ride quality · Dated interior and ergonomics · Noticeable weight and heft
Quotes worth your time - MotorTrend
2027 Nissan Z NISMO vs. 2026 Toyota Supra Comparison Test: The Final Stick-Shift Showdown
◆Worth itThe Supra Final Edition is the superior driver's tool, offering a level of cohesion and refinement that the Z NISMO, while much improved, cannot quite match.
- Best for
- The Supra is for the driver prioritizing precision and engagement; the Z NISMO is for the enthusiast who wants a punchy, practical, and brutish sports car.
- Watch out
- Z NISMO's chassis flex · Supra's twitchy rear-end at the limit · Supra's cramped cabin and aging infotainment
Quotes worth your time - The Drive
2027 Nissan Z Nismo Manual First-Drive Review: For Everyone Who Said They’d Buy One If It Had a Manual
◆Worth itThe Z Nismo manual is the driver-focused evolution the platform needed, offering a more engaging and purposeful experience for purists.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts seeking a traditional, analog-feeling sports coupe with a manual transmission.
- Watch out
- potential high price point · spiky low-end torque on wet surfaces
Quotes worth your time - Road & Track
The 2027 Nissan Z Nismo Manual Is the One We've Been Waiting For
◆Worth itThe manual transmission makes the Z Nismo the version we've been waiting for, offering a much more engaging and track-ready experience.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts looking for a track-ready sports car with a manual transmission.
- Watch out
- Mushy shifter feel · Sensitive throttle in Sport mode · High price point
Quotes worth your time - MotorTrend
Driven: Nissan Finally Sticks the Z NISMO’s Landing, With a Manual Transmission
◆Worth itThe Z NISMO manual is a highly engaging, track-capable machine that finally delivers the driver-focused experience enthusiasts wanted.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts who prioritize mechanical engagement and track-day performance over absolute lap times.
- Watch out
- not faster than the automatic · impractical two-seater layout
Quotes worth your time - Car and Driver
Driven: 2027 Nissan Z NISMO Is a Purist's Track Car
◆Worth itThe 2027 Z NISMO is a compelling, track-focused machine that finally gets the manual transmission it deserves, making it a special formula for enthusiasts.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts who prioritize track performance and analog driving engagement.
- Watch out
- Shinkai Green paint not available on NISMO · Requires aggressive brake pads for heavy track use
Quotes worth your time - Top Gear
Road Test: Nissan 370Z 3.7 V6 [344] Nismo 3dr Reviews 2026 | Top Gear
◆SkipThe 370Z Nismo is a missed opportunity that fails to justify its significant price premium over the standard model.
- Best for
- die-hard Z fans who specifically want the Nismo aesthetic and minor chassis tweaks.
- Watch out
- lazy exhaust drone · poor value for money · marginal performance gains
995 wordsOpen articleQuotes worth your time - Top Gear
First Drive: Nissan 370Z 3.7 V6 [344] Nismo 3dr Reviews 2026 | Top Gear
◆Worth itThe 2015 370Z Nismo is a much more appealing and capable road car thanks to its comfort-focused refinements, though it remains an old-school, demanding machine.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts who prefer raw, naturally aspirated power and a tactile, old-school driving experience.
- Watch out
- Heavy steering and clutch · Scrappy handling at the limit · Intrusive stability control · Significant tyre roar
1,491 wordsOpen articleQuotes worth your time - Top Gear
Road Test: Nissan 370Z 3.7 V6 [328] 3dr Reviews 2026 | Top Gear
◆BuyThe 370Z is a performance bargain that successfully balances raw, hooligan-like driving dynamics with newfound refinement and maturity.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts looking for a high-performance, engaging driver's car at a competitive price point.
- Watch out
- Engine coarseness above 5,000rpm · Non-telescoping steering column · Tight cabin for larger drivers
1,644 wordsOpen articleQuotes worth your time - Top Gear
Retro review: the Nissan 350Z S-Tune GT Reviews 2026 | Top Gear
◆Worth it, with caveatsMechanically, it is a brilliant template for a performance Z, but the visual modifications and high import cost make it a difficult car to live with.
- Best for
- Hardcore Nissan enthusiasts who prioritize mechanical performance over subtle aesthetics.
- Watch out
- Over-the-top body kit · Small, uncomfortable seats · High import cost · Polarizing visual image
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