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Nissan Unveils Facelifted Z at Tokyo Auto Salon, Adds Manual Nismo

The update tackles earlier cooling and ride issues for a Japan-first rollout.

Overview

  • Front fascia adopts a slimmer, divided grille with a body-colored bar and a classic Z emblem, with Nissan citing slight reductions in lift and drag.
  • New Unryu Green paint debuts with an optional tan interior, paired with fresh 19-inch Rays wheel designs.
  • Larger-diameter damper pistons aim to improve ride consistency, and redesigned cooling ducts with relocated ultrasonic sensors address prior high-speed airflow problems, according to engineer Hiroshi Tamura.
  • The Z Nismo gains a six-speed manual and lighter two-piece Akebono front rotors, while power figures for the Z and Nismo are expected to carry over.
  • Nissan confirms Japan will receive the refreshed model first, and international launch timing remains unannounced.