The 2024 Nissan Z Sport may seem like the best value starting at just $42,210. Yes, that is more than last year’s price ($40,990), but you still get a whopping 400 hp in the low $40,000 range. A Toyota GR Supra 2.0 is considerably more ($46,440) but only comes with a four-cylinder engine producing 255 hp. On paper, this makes the Z seem like a tremendous value, but the small brakes, softer suspension, and lack of a limited-slip differential make the Z Sport a compromised enthusiast vehicle.
If you are ok getting a cool-looking car that’s quick in a straight line, the Sport should be ok, but buyers who crave superior handling should shell out $52,210 to get the Z Performance. For the track, we highly recommend the Z Nismo, though it is expensive at $65,090.
There are other vehicles at this price range, namely the Supra, that we like better as a sports car. However, the Z is more comfortable, arguably better looking, and more unique. It may not be the sharpest driving experience available, but it works great as a fast GT car. If that’s all you want from a car, the Nissan Z won’t disappoint.