New 2027 Nissan Z NISMO Facelift + Manual Transmission = Perfection?

Looks at the 2027 Nissan Z NISMO, which receives a facelift and a 6-speed manual transmission. It covers the refreshed design and the manual shift lever. According to the video description, the manual gearbox is specific to the NISMO grade, with a shorter shift stroke and a custom-tuned clutch. Throttle and ignition mapping have been revised, and Active Sound Enhancement is retuned in Sport mode. Front two-piece rotors derived from the GT-R are said to save 19 pounds, and steering rack friction is reduced by 20%. The Z Sport and Performance get a restyled front bumper and grille and a new Shinkai Green Pearl Metallic paint. The car is said to reach dealerships in Summer 2026, with pricing to be announced. Source: YOUCAR (YouTube channel YOUCAR TV).

• 6-speed manual transmission returns for the NISMO grade
• Facelifted front bumper and grille on Z Sport and Performance
• 420 hp twin-turbo 3.0L V6 with revised throttle and ignition mapping
• Arrival at dealerships planned for Summer 2026; pricing to be announced

New 2027 Nissan Z NISMO Facelift - Manual Transmission Is Back! The 2027 Nissan Z NISMO just got everything enthusiasts have been asking for: a stunning facelift and a 6-speed manual transmission. In this video, we take a close look at the refreshed design and the shift lever you've been waiting for. What's New on the 2027 Z NISMO The manual transmission was specifically engineered for the NISMO grade, featuring a shorter shift stroke for quicker, more precise gear changes, and a custom-tuned clutch. Throttle and ignition mapping have been revised for sharper response and stronger torque delivery — exactly what a 420 hp twin-turbo 3.0L V6 deserves. Active Sound Enhancement is also retuned in Sport mode to amplify intake and exhaust tones. On the braking side, Nissan fitted GT-R-derived two-piece front rotors with improved cooling channels, saving 19 pounds over the previous setup. The suspension has been retuned accordingly, and steering rack friction reduced by 20% for a more fluid, confidence-inspiring feel. A Fresh Look The Z Sport and Performance receive a restyled front bumper and grille inspired by classic Nissan sports cars, along with a striking new Shinkai Green Pearl Metallic paint — a modern reinterpretation of the legendary S30-generation Z color. The 2027 Nissan Z NISMO arrives at dealerships Summer 2026. Pricing to be announced. Do you like it? Comment, like, dislike, share! – Follow us: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCW2OUlFrrWiZvSsZRwOYmNg ✅ Source: Nissan