Nissan Z Vehicle Class & EPA Size Category
The EPA classifies the 2027 Nissan Z as a Two Seaters, a rating based on body style and interior volume.
Latest model year (2027):
The Nissan Z is classified by the EPA as a Two Seaters.
Nissan Z Vehicle Class — All Years
| Year | Trim | Vehicle Class | Drive | Fuel Type | MPG Comb. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Auto (S9), 6 cyl, 3.0 L | Two Seaters | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 22 |
| 2027 | Auto (S9), 6 cyl, 3.0 L | Two Seaters | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 19 |
| 2027 | Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L | Two Seaters | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 20 |
| 2027 | Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L | Two Seaters | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 18 |
| 2026 | Auto (S9), 6 cyl, 3.0 L | Two Seaters | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 19 |
| 2026 | Auto (S9), 6 cyl, 3.0 L | Two Seaters | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 22 |
| 2026 | Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L | Two Seaters | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 20 |
| 2025 | Auto (S9), 6 cyl, 3.0 L | Two Seaters | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 22 |
| 2025 | Auto (S9), 6 cyl, 3.0 L | Two Seaters | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 19 |
| 2025 | Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L | Two Seaters | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 20 |
| 2024 | Auto (S9), 6 cyl, 3.0 L | Two Seaters | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 19 |
| 2024 | Auto (S9), 6 cyl, 3.0 L | Two Seaters | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 22 |
| 2024 | Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L | Two Seaters | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 20 |
| 2023 | Auto (S9), 6 cyl, 3.0 L | Two Seaters | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 22 |
| 2023 | Man 6-spd, 6 cyl, 3.0 L | Two Seaters | Rear-Wheel Drive | Premium Gasoline | 20 |
Data sourced from fueleconomy.gov (U.S. Department of Energy). MPG figures are EPA-tested. Fuel costs are estimates based on average fuel prices and 15,000 miles/year.
Nissan Z Vehicle Class FAQ
What class of vehicle is the Nissan Z?
The EPA classifies the Nissan Z as a Two Seaters. This classification is based on interior volume and body style and affects how its fuel economy is compared with other vehicles.
Is the Nissan Z considered a small or large vehicle?
Based on its EPA class (Two Seaters), the Nissan Z is grouped with vehicles of similar size and interior volume. The class can change between model years when the body is redesigned.