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2024 Nissan Z NISMO Review: Road-Hugging Joy

•    Auto123 reviews the 2024 Nissan Z NISMO.

For going on six decades, the Nissan Z has held a special place in the hearts of sports car fans. Born in 1969 as the Datsun 240Z, this car has stood the test of time, retaining its sporty, accessible DNA.

After a noticeable absence, Nissan relaunched the Z in 2023 with a completely redesigned model, combining retro-modern design with current technology. And for 2024, the Japanese brand took the experience one step further with the NISMO version, designed to deliver even greater performance on the track.

So what does “NISMO” mean? It's a contraction of Nissan Motorsport, Nissan's sports division, responsible for the development of performance and racing cars since 1984. The 2024 Nissan Z NISMO thus benefits from Nissan Motorsport’s expertise in driving dynamics and aerodynamics.

2024 Nissan Z Nismo, in profile | Auto123.com

The 2024 Nissan Z NISMO - What's new?

The new Nismo version delivers increased power (420 hp) and torque (384 lb-ft), improved aerodynamics, Nismo suspension and brakes, and wider, grippier tires. This version also adds a new driving mode, Sport+, designed the track.

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