Nissan Z vs Tesla Model Y
Nissan Z
$56,305
Tesla Model Y
$47,990 – $48,990
AI Comparison Summary
Comparing Nissan Z vs Tesla Model Y. Tesla Model Y offers the strongest value on price. Tesla Model Y leads on expert rating.
Category Winners
Overall Winner
Tesla Model Y
Best Value
Tesla Model Y
Fuel Economy
Tesla Model Y
Performance
Nissan Z
Tesla Model Y
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Price & Reviews
Model Year
Expert Rating
Nissan Z
$56,305
Rating: 4.4/10
Tesla Model Y
$47,990 – $48,990
Rating: 4.7/10
| Specification |
Nissan Z |
Tesla Model Y |
|---|---|---|
| Brand | Nissan | Tesla |
| Model | Z | Model Y |
| Year | 2026 | 2026 |
| Type | — | Ev |
| Body Style | Coupe | Compact Crossover SUV |
| Current Price | $56,305 | $47,990 – $48,990 |
| MSRP | $56,305 | $48,990 |
| Dealer Price | $54,800 | $47,990 |
| Engine | 3.0L Twin-Turbo DOHC 24-Valve V6 (VR30DDTT) | Dual Motor AWD |
| Horsepower | 400 hp @ 6,400 rpm (420 hp on NISMO) | 384 hp (est.) |
| Torque | 350 lb-ft @ 1,600-5,600 rpm (384 lb-ft on NISMO) | Instant electric torque |
| 0–60 mph | 4.3 sec (0-60 mph) | 4.6 sec (0-60 mph) |
| Top Speed | 155 mph (250 km/h) | 135 mph |
| Fuel Type | Premium Unleaded Gasoline | Electric |
| Mileage / MPG | 20 MPGe combined (18 City / 24 Hwy) | 117 MPGe combined (EPA est.) |
| Range (EV) | 395 miles total highway tank range | 330 miles EPA (Long Range AWD est.) |
| Emissions | 340 g/mi CO2 | 0 g/mi |
| Battery | 12V starter battery | Approx. 75 kWh (usable, est.) |
| Charging | N/A | 250 kW DC peak (Supercharger V3) |
| Expert Rating | 4.4/10 | 4.7/10 |
| Community Reviews | 910 | 2240 |
| Performance Score | 9.1 | 9.0 |
| Comfort Score | 7.8 | 8.7 |
| Safety Score | Nissan Safety Shield 360 | 9.1 |
| Fuel Economy Score | 7.6 | 9.5 |
| Technology Score | 8.6 | 9.5 |
| Value Score | 8.9 | 9.0 |
| Pros | Muscular 400 hp twin-turbo V6 engine with instant low-rpm torque; Available slick 6-speed manual transmission with Synch... | Excellent EPA range for the class; Access to Tesla Supercharger network; Quick acceleration and smooth EV driving; Spaci... |
| Cons | Rear hatch cargo area is shallow due to suspension components; Base Sport trim lacks mechanical limited-slip differentia... | Minimalist interior may not suit all buyers; Ride can feel firm on larger wheels; Build quality can vary by production b... |
