Nissan's Z Model to Receive Traditional Manual Gearbox After Long Wait
The automotive world is abuzz with excitement as Nissan has announced that the highly anticipated Nissan Z NISMO will soon be available with a six-speed manual transmission. This decision, made by Nissan Americas Chairman Christian Meunier, is a response to demand from NISMO fans.
The announcement was made during an Automotive News podcast, and industry observers anticipate that the manual-equipped NISMO could arrive as early as the 2027 model year. The six-speed manual transmission option for the Nissan Z NISMO will be a revised version of the standard Z's six-speed gearbox.
Until now, the Nissan Z NISMO was only available with a nine-speed automatic transmission. The decision to exclude the manual option at launch was due to the Z NISMO not being much faster than the standard car, making justifying a big premium difficult. However, with the increased power output of the 2025 Nissan Z NISMO, which boasts 420 horsepower and 384 lb-ft of torque, the manual option is expected to be popular among NISMO fans.
The Nissan Z NISMO benefits from chassis tuning, enhanced braking, and a limited-slip differential, making it a formidable performance vehicle. Pricing for the 2025 Nissan Z NISMO in Canada starts at just under $80,000, but no pricing or launch timing details have been disclosed for the six-speed manual transmission Nissan Z NISMO.
Industry experts predict that the manual Z NISMO's pricing will remain unchanged with the 6M or the 9A. The name of the Nissan employee who announced the introduction of a six-speed manual transmission for the Z NISMO is not publicly available. Nissan has issued a statement saying the Nissan Z NISMO represents the pinnacle of accessible performance in their lineup.
Meanwhile, the base car with a manual transmission is priced from under $54,000, making it an attractive option for those seeking a more affordable performance vehicle. The upcoming manual version of the Nissan Z NISMO is expected to be a welcome addition to the lineup, catering to the preferences of enthusiasts who prefer the tactile experience of a manual transmission.
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