Performance Automatic RWD
What the Performance Automatic adds over the Sport Manual (+$10,000)
| Spec | Sport Manual | Performance Automatic |
|---|---|---|
| Front brake diameter | 320.0 mm | 355.6 mm |
| Rear brake diameter | 307.3 mm | 350.5 mm |
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3486 lbs | 3602 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3486 lbs | 3602 lbs |
| MPG (city) | 18 mpg | 19 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 20 mpg | 22 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 24 mpg | 28 mpg |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $42,970 | $52,970 |
| Tire size | P245/45R18 | F: P255/40R19, R: P275/35R19 |
| Final drive ratio | 3.5 | 3.1 |
| Transmission speeds | 6 | 9 |
| Transmission type | manual | automatic |
| Wheel diameter | 18 in | 19 in |
| Wheel material | alloy | forged alloy |
| Wheel width | 9 in | 9.5 in |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 9-inch touchscreen display with navigation, Aluminum trimmed sport pedals, Amazon Alexa connectivity, Bose® audio with 8 speakers, Active Noise Cancellation, Active Sound Enhancement, Bridgestone Potenza® S007 high performance tires F: P255/40R19, R: P275/35R19, Driver seat – 4-way power with manual lifter, lumbar and thigh support, Front chin spoiler, Front – Vented disc, Rotor size diameter and thickness (in.) 14.0 x 1.3, Glove compartment dampening, Heated, Heated outside mirrors, HomeLink® Universal Transceiver, Leather-appointed, Mechanical clutch-type limited-slip differential, NissanConnect® Services, NissanConnect® with WiFi hotspot, Passenger seat – 4-way power, Premium leather steering wheel, RAYS® Dark Gray Metallic painted forged aluminum-alloy wheels F: 19x9.5 inches R: 19x10 inches, Rear spoiler, Rear – vented disc, Rotor size diameter and thickness (in.) 13.8 x 0.8, Red caliper color, Suede-appointed door trim, SynchroRev Match®, Synthetic suede inserts (seat material), Unique seat cushion and side bolster design, Wireless Apple CarPlay®
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 355.6 mm |
| Front brake type | Vented disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 350.5 mm |
| Rear brake type | Vented disc |
| Parking brake type | Mechanical, pull-type |
Connected Services
| Connected services brand | NissanConnect |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 4.8 in |
| Overall height | 51.8 in |
| Overall length | 172.4 in |
| Overall width | 72.6 in |
| Wheelbase | 100.4 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | twin turbo |
| Cylinder count | 6 |
| Engine displacement | 2997 cc |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi |
| Engine type (full description) | VR30DDTT 3.0L V6 Twin Turbo |
| Valve configuration | DOHC |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 400 hp |
| Torque | 350 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 19 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 22 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 28 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 91 |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 38.2 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 42.9 in |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $52,970 |
Seating
| Passenger seating capacity | 2 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 54.2 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Electric power steering (electric rack) |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | Double-wishbone aluminum-alloy |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-link aluminum-alloy |
Tires
| Tire size | F: P255/40R19, R: P275/35R19 |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 3.1 |
| Transmission speeds | 9 |
| Transmission type | automatic |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3602 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3602 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 19 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy |
| Wheel width | 9.5 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety24 std · 0 opt
- Predictive Forward Collision Warning
- Driver and front passenger seat-mounted side-impact supplemental air bags
- Lane Departure Warning
- Nissan Advanced Air Bag System - Driver and front passenger air bags with dual-stage inflation, seat belt sensors and occupant classification sensor
- RearView Monitor
- Roof-mounted curtain side-impact supplemental air bags
- Anti-lock Braking System Number of wheels/channels/sensors 4/4/4
- Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection
- Blind Spot Warning
- Brake Assist
- Electronic Brake force Distribution
- Front and rear parking sensors
- Front – Vented disc, Rotor size diameter and thickness (in.) 14.0 x 1.3
- High Beam Assist
- Hill Start Assist
- Intelligent Cruise Control
- Parking brake – mechanical, pull-type
- Rear Cross Traffic Alert
- Rear – vented disc, Rotor size diameter and thickness (in.) 13.8 x 0.8
- Seatbelts with pre-tensioners and load limiters
- Top tether anchor (passenger seat)
- Traction Control System
- Vehicle Dynamic Control
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System, direct sensor type
Infotainment16 std · 0 opt
- NissanConnect® with WiFi hotspot
- 9-inch touchscreen display with navigation
- Amazon Alexa connectivity
- Android Auto™
- Apple CarPlay®
- Bluetooth® Hands-free Phone System
- Bose® audio with 8 speakers, Active Noise Cancellation, Active Sound Enhancement
- Hands-free Text Messaging Assistant
- NissanConnect® Services
- Paddle shifters (9AT)
- SiriusXM® Radio (SiriusXM® subscription required, sold separately)
- Siri® Eyes Free
- Streaming Audio via Bluetooth®
- USB charging ports (1 Type-A, 1 Type-C)
- Voice Recognition
- Wireless Apple CarPlay®
Convenience5 std · 0 opt
- HomeLink® Universal Transceiver
- Nissan Intelligent Key® with Push Button Ignition
- Power door locks with auto locking feature
- Power windows w/ one-touch up/down
- 2 12-volt power points
Climate1 std · 0 opt
- Automatic Temperature Control
Seating7 std · 0 opt
- Heated
- Driver seat – 4-way power with manual lifter, lumbar and thigh support
- Height-adjustable head restraints
- Leather-appointed
- Passenger seat – 4-way power
- Synthetic suede inserts (seat material)
- Unique seat cushion and side bolster design
Interior18 std · 0 opt
- Auto-dimming inside rearview mirror
- 3-spoke leather-wrapped with air bag, manual tilt
- Aluminum trimmed sport pedals
- Cargo area lamp
- Cupholders (2) /bottle holders (2)
- Drive computer + G-meter
- Dual sun visors with illuminated vanity mirrors
- Front center console with armrest, storage bin
- Front map lights (2)
- Fully digital TFT meter display (Speedometer, Tachometer, Coolant temperature, Fuel level, LCD dual trip odometer)
- Glove compartment dampening
- Instrument panel-mounted 3-bay gauge cluster (turbocharger boost, turbocharger turbine speed, voltmeter)
- Knee pad on center console tunnel
- Locking glove compartment
- Premium leather steering wheel
- Steering wheel controls – illuminated
- Suede-appointed door trim
- Manual tilt and telescopic steering column
Exterior20 std · 1 opt
- Black front grille
- Body-colored door handles
- Body-colored front and rear bumpers
- Bridgestone Potenza® S007 high performance tires F: P255/40R19, R: P275/35R19
- Front chin spoiler
- Heated outside mirrors
- Intelligent Auto Headlights
- LED daytime running lamps
- LED low and high beam headlights
- LED taillights
- Manual opening and closing hatch
- Manual-folding body-colored outside mirrors with turn signals
- RAYS® Dark Gray Metallic painted forged aluminum-alloy wheels F: 19x9.5 inches R: 19x10 inches
- Rear spoiler
- Red caliper color
- Side mirror LED turn signal indicators
- Side sill spoiler
- Tire repair kit
- Black roof optional
- Automatic on/off
- Rear window defroster with timer
Powertrain7 std · 1 opt
- 6-speed close-ratio manual w/EXEDY high-performance clutch
- Launch control
- Limited Traction mode/slip function
- Mechanical clutch-type limited-slip differential
- SynchroRev Match®
- Torque (lb-ft): 350 @ 1,600 - 5,600 rpm (Sport/Performance) / 384 @ 2,000 - 5,200 rpm (NISMO)
- VR30DDTT 3.0L V6 Twin Turbo - Horsepower: 400 @ 6,400 rpm (Sport/Performance) / 420 @ 6,400 rpm (NISMO)
- 9-speed automatic optional
Chassis1 std · 0 opt
- 2-point front strut tower brace
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Common questions about the Performance Automatic
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2025 Nissan Z Performance Automatic?
The manufacturer lists $52,970 for the 2025 Nissan Z Performance Automatic. That is $10,000 above the Sport Manual, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2025 Nissan Z Performance Automatic add over the Sport Manual?
Against the Sport Manual, 27 features become standard that the Sport Manual does not and 15 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.