A 2026 Nissan Z will depreciate $18,626 after 5 years and have a 5-year residual value of $25,589. With out of pocket expenses at $40,227, the total Cost to Own of the 2026 Nissan Z is $58,853.

The 2026 Nissan Z is in the middle 26-75% for Cost to Own among all Subcompact Cars.
When considering the cost of a car, it's important to look beyond the sticker price. Expenses like fuel, maintenance and insurance can add up quickly.
Sometimes a car with a higher initial price tag can actually save you money over the first five years of ownership. Understanding these differences can help you make a smarter financial decision and keep more money in your pocket.
5-Year Cost to Own includes out-of-pocket expenses like fuel, insurance, service & financing, plus the car's loss in value over time (depreciation).

Cost to Own: $58,853
MSRP: $44,215
New 2026 1 of 3 Nissan Z | Add a car to compare cost to own data | Add a car to compare cost to own data | ||
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| Total Out of Pocket Expenses | $40,227 | - | - | |
| Fuel | $6,701 | - | - | |
| Maintenance | $4,367 | - | - | |
| Insurance | $18,260 | - | - | |
| Repairs | $1,994 | - | - | |
| Financing | $5,596 | - | - | |
| State Fees | $3,309 | - | - |
Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 | Year 5 | Total | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel | $1,332 | $1,341 | $1,332 | $1,341 | $1,355 | $6,701 | |
| Insurance | $3,652 | $3,652 | $3,652 | $3,652 | $3,652 | $18,260 | |
| Financing | $1,941 | $1,551 | $1,140 | $709 | $255 | $5,596 | |
| State Fees | $3,185 | $31 | $31 | $31 | $31 | $3,309 | |
| Maintenance | - | $872 | $402 | $2,594 | $499 | $4,367 | |
| Repairs | - | - | $460 | $767 | $767 | $1,994 | |
| Depreciation | $9,916 | $2,907 | $1,658 | $2,255 | $1,890 | $18,626 | |
| Cost To Own | $20,026 | $10,354 | $8,675 | $11,349 | $8,449 | $58,853 |
As of March 2026 insuring a Nissan Z 2026 will cost approximately $18,260 dollars to insure per year, or $1,521 dollars per month. This amount can vary depending on factors like the age of the driver, driving record, credit rating, location of insured vehicle, vehicle trim and the company providing the insurance. For more information on insuring your vehicle, check out Kelley Blue Book.
As of March 2026 average annual maintenance costs for a Nissan Z 2026 run about $873 dollars, totaling approximately $4,367 dollars over five years.
As of March 2026 average annual depreciation for a Nissan Z 2026 runs about $3,725 dollars, totaling approximately $18,626 dollars over five years. It's worth noting that new vehicles depreciate most rapidly in the first couple years after purchase and that rate slows over time.
A Nissan Z 2026 can be expected to depreciate around $18,626 dollars over the course of 5 years, averaging $3,725 dollars per year, with the most dramatic depreciation occurring in the first 2-3 years and tapering off thereafter. Factors impacting the depreciation value of the 2026 Nissan include vehicle age, mileage, make and model, accident history, market demand, service history, and external market factors like gas prices. For a more detailed breakdown of vehicle value, check with the experts at Kelley Blue Book.
Average annual maintenance costs for a Nissan Z 2026 run about $873 dollars or $4,367 dollars over the span of 5 years. For a more detailed cost breakdown, check out Kelley Blue Book's car maintenance pages for the 2026 Nissan.