Good news for those who like to really drive.
Nissan has updated the Nissan Z and this time around you can acquire the high performance Nismo version with a manual.
Yes, sir. For Australia The updated 2026 Nissan Z gains its first manual Nismo, a redesigned front end, a new colour called Unryu Green plus a series of equipment and chassis upgrades across the range.
It is the first time Nissan’s most focused Z has been offered with a manual transmission here.
The Nismo manual uses a short-stroke six-speed gearbox with an exclusively tuned drive mode.
In Nismo form, the Z delivers 309kW and 520Nm, an increase of 11kW and 45Nm over the standard Z coupe.
For 2026, the Nissan Z Nismo models also adopt new two-piece front brake rotors derived from the GT-R, paired with a new brake calliper colour.
The new components reduce unsprung mass by around 9kg.
The 2026 Z Coupe wears a redesigned front bumper and grille and a new 19-inch alloy wheel design.
In addition, both manual and automatic variants feature upgraded Nismo monotube dampers for improved handling and ride comfort.
Leading the Coupe’s colour palette is a new hero shade, Unryu Green, joined by the return of a Boulder Gray two-tone with a black roof.
Inside, all Z models feature a new wireless smartphone charger and a new no-cost tan interior is optional on the coupe.
Other detailed upgrades include a frameless auto-dimming rear-view mirror, a new start-up animation and a new intelligent-key design.
The 2026 Nissan Z range, including the new manual Nismo, will be available for order from this month with first customer arrivals expected in September 2026.
All Z variants are backed by Nissan’s 10-year/300,000km warranty, which includes up to 10 years/300,000km of roadside Assistance when serviced by Nissan.
The Nissan MORE program also sees the 2026 Z enjoy flat price servicing cost of $499 for the first five years, which combined with longer service intervals, offers a notable saving for owners.
Prices start from $76,800 for the Coupe, with either a manual or automatic, or $95,000 for the Nismo version with either an auto or manual — all prices before on-road costs.
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