The UAE’s performance category looks diverse on paper. In reality, most cars tend to lean one of two ways. Precision-engineered to dominate circuits, or sculpted to impress in pictures.
The new Nissan Z NISMO bridges this void. This is a car that can be docile when you need it to be. This is also a machine that summons visceral, razor-sharp performance, on demand.
This is the Z, the car that gave daily driving a heartbeat, reborn with Nissan’s legendary NISMO heritage. Half a century of performance DNA. Culminating in something that doesn’t trade excitement for everyday usability.
Here’s why the new Z NISMO stands in a league of its own.
- Upgraded twin-turbo authority
The Z NISMO’s 3.0L Twin-Turbo V6 channels its 420 horsepower through a nine-speed transmission. Turbo boost was increased through revised electronic wastegate management, and an enhanced oil cooler was purpose-built for long stretches of demanding driving. The result is an engine reborn, with every aspect intensified for performance purity.
- Steering that commands confidence
Whether carving through Jebal Jais’ mountain passes or Hatta’s winding bends, the Z NISMO delivers a masterclass in handling. This comes from a reinforced subframe with underbody bracing, retuned dampers and stiffer springs. Recalibrated steering ties everything together, producing a cornering experience that feels precise and assured.
- Purpose-driven aerodynamics
Functional winglets, a redesigned front fascia, and the thinnest honeycomb mesh of any Nissan production car. More than design elements, they shape airflow to actively generate downforce. Whether navigating Al Khail Road’s lanes or cruising down Emirates Road, the Z NISMO always feels glued to the tarmac.
- Motorsport pedigree
Nissan’s NISMO division was born in 1984 to merge racetrack performance and street driving. Decades of engine tuning, chassis calibration and aero development flow through the new Z NISMO.
- Driver-centric cockpit
Bold red accents under the grille, side sills and brake calipers broadcast NISMO’s racing lineage. The exclusive NISMO Recaro® seats fit like a glove, and custom interior stitching completes the understated performance theme. A full‑color TFT cluster brings boost, lap times and G‑force to the forefront. Every detail conforms to the driver.
- Exhaust symphony
A NISMO-specific exhaust is tuned for tonal complexity. The forced-induction hiss of the twin turbos, coupled with the predatory snarl that greets throttle input. A subtle whine, evocative of Nissan’s famed supercharged VR engine. What you hear is true mechanical honesty.
In a market crowded with one‑dimensional options, the Z NISMO raises a benchmark set by its predecessor. Experience it for yourself at Nissan showrooms in Dubai, Sharjah, or the Northern Emirates.
