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Nissan · model year 2027
2027 Nissan Z
Two Seaters · Rear-Wheel Drive · Gas · EPA class: Two Seaters
Where it places
Against gas and hybrid cars by fuel cost
The CarCody take
The 2027 Nissan Z is a gasoline two-seater with rear-wheel drive, a 3.0-liter turbocharged six-cylinder and a six-speed manual transmission. Its EPA rating is 20 MPG combined, with 18 MPG in city driving and 24 MPG on the highway. The EPA estimates $4,100 in yearly fuel costs and 435 grams of tailpipe CO2 per mile.
Good to know
- Rear-wheel drive layout
- Six-speed manual transmission
- 24 MPG highway rating
- Turbocharged 3.0-liter six-cylinder
Watch for
- Two-seat EPA class
- 18 MPG city rating
- $4,100 estimated annual fuel cost
- 435 g of tailpipe CO2 per mile
Who it suits. Drivers wanting a two-seat, rear-wheel-drive manual car Owners whose driving includes substantial highway mileage
The 2027 Nissan Z is a focused two-seat car for someone who specifically wants rear-wheel drive and a six-speed manual. Its 20 MPG combined rating and $4,100 estimated yearly fuel bill make fuel planning part of ownership. Highway use is rated at 24 MPG, while city driving drops to 18 MPG. The 435-gram-per-mile tailpipe figure adds another cost-of-use consideration. Buyers who need extra seating or lower fuel spending should look elsewhere; buyers prioritizing this layout can accept the trade-offs.
What it is
The 2027 Nissan Z is a two-seat car from Nissan. It uses rear-wheel drive and gasoline power.
A 3.0-liter turbocharged six-cylinder sends power through a six-speed manual transmission.
The numbers
The figure to watch is 20 MPG combined. The EPA rates the Z at 18 MPG in city driving and 24 MPG on the highway.
That split matters if most of your miles are in town: stop-and-go driving is rated lower than steady highway travel.
What it costs to run
The EPA estimates $4,100 a year for fuel. That is the published annual gasoline cost for this model.
Its tailpipe output is 435 grams of CO2 per mile.
How it compares
The Z's 20 MPG combined rating gives you a clear baseline for comparing gasoline cars. Its city and highway figures show how the result changes with the type of driving.
For a broader Nissan side-by-side, place this figure next to other models in the Nissan cars list.
Who it suits
This car suits a buyer who wants two seats, rear-wheel drive and a manual gearbox, and who can plan around gasoline running costs.
The 24 MPG highway rating fits drivers whose miles are mainly on open roads better than those who spend most of their time in city traffic.
Trade-offs
You get a manual six-speed and rear-wheel drive, but the EPA combined rating is 20 MPG. City driving is rated at 18 MPG.
The two-seat body limits passenger space, while the gasoline engine brings an estimated $4,100 annual fuel cost.
Verdict
Choose the 2027 Nissan Z when a two-seat layout, rear-drive setup and manual control matter more than fuel economy.
Its 20 MPG combined figure is workable for a driver who accepts regular fuel spending, especially with a highway-heavy routine. If your daily use involves frequent urban trips or requires more seats, the Z's EPA class and city rating point to a less convenient fit.
Every figure on record
- Combined MPG
- 20 MPG
- City MPG
- 18 MPG
- Highway MPG
- 24 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $4,100
- Tailpipe CO₂
- 435 g per mile
- Model year
- 2027
- Body
- Car
- EPA size class
- Two Seaters
- Drive
- Rear-Wheel Drive
- Engine
- 3.0 L 6-cyl turbo
- Transmission
- Manual 6-spd
- Fuel
- Gasoline
Questions
What is the 2027 Nissan Z's combined MPG?
The EPA rates the 2027 Nissan Z at 20 MPG combined.
How does the Nissan Z do in city and highway driving?
Its EPA ratings are 18 MPG in the city and 24 MPG on the highway.
What is the Nissan Z's yearly fuel cost?
The EPA estimates annual gasoline costs of $4,100.
What engine and transmission does it use?
It has a 3.0-liter turbocharged six-cylinder engine with a six-speed manual transmission.
How many seats does the 2027 Nissan Z have?
The Z is classified by the EPA as a two-seater.
Is the Nissan Z front-wheel drive or rear-wheel drive?
The 2027 Nissan Z uses rear-wheel drive.
How much tailpipe CO2 does it produce?
Its tailpipe output is rated at 435 grams of CO2 per mile.
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