--- title: "2027 Nissan Z Just Got More Expensive. But Look at It" date: "2026-07-22" modified: "2026-07-22" authors: - name: "Jerry Perez" job_title: "Deputy Editor" link: "https://www.thedrive.com/authors/jerry-perez" url: "https://www.thedrive.com/news/2027-nissan-z-just-got-more-expensive-but-look-at-it" categories: - "News" - "News by Brand" - "Nissan News" tags: - "Coupe" - "Nissan" - "sports car" --- # 2027 Nissan Z Just Got More Expensive. But Look at It ![]() *\Nissan\* The current-gen [Nissan]() [Z]() is a phenomenal sports car that, for many reasons, most people are sleeping on. Now, we can add one more to that list, as its starting price is climbing by a not-insignificant $1,500 for 2027. Nissan confirmed the price hike today, while also announcing [a few updates and retro touches for the new model year](). Just look at it: the new color-matched trim around the grille looks incredible, especially in that Shinkai Green Pearl Metallic. The design tweaks to the bumper, including replacing the Nissan logo with the Z badge, as well as the 19-inch wheels with black spokes, really highlight the elegant nature of the coupe without making it feel overly dressed or too wannabe race car. ![]() ![]() If you want the race-car look, then opt for the Nismo variant, which now also comes with a six-speed manual at no extra cost (compared to the automatic Nismo). You can read the review of the Nismo manual [here](). The facelifted 2027 Z will be offered in four trims and with either an auto or manual: Z Sport, Z Performance, Z Nismo AT, and Z Nismo Manual. The starting price for the Z Sport is $45,725, including $1,245 destination. The Nismo starts at $68,505, also including destination. All trims now reflect a $1,510 price increase. If you're interested in a 2027 Z, especially in one of the more desired colors, put your order in soon, because as we r[eported earlier this year](), average dealers will only receive two to three cars this year. *Got a tip? Email us at tips@thedrive.com* ## Author Jerry is responsible for upholding The Drive's ethos as an audience-first, enthusiast-driven car blog that serves up industry-leading news, reviews, culture, and motorsport coverage. Overseeing a staff of writers and editors from his home base in Indianapolis, he helps curate the site's daily rundown, as well as its medium- and long-term content strategies. Jerry joined The Drive in 2018 as a writer and worked as news editor and managing editor before becoming the deputy in 2023. As a lifelong car enthusiast and racing fan, Jerry believes that all cars are cool, but the people behind the machines are even cooler. This belief often gives The Drive a slightly different focus from most other car sites, where we explore the humanity behind the machines. When he's not obsessing over the day's biggest stories or hanging out at a race track, Jerry can be found behind the wheel of a car, most likely sharing a laugh with his teenage son or daughter. ### Author social links [Instagram]()