2019 Nissan Z

Fortune doesn’t necessarily favor the daring in the compact crossover phase — the Honda CR-V, the Nissan Rogue and the Toyota RAV4 are perennial best-sellers thanks partly to their all-around competencies and historical past of reliability. Still, automakers strive to make their small SUVs distinct. The 2019 Nissan Z stands out by bringing high-end luxurious features and a couple of distinctive engines to this sometimes price-conscious class.

Redesigned simply last 12 months, the 2019 Nissan Z is without doubt one of the newer entries in this segment. As such, all the latest security features are available, from a surround-view parking digicam to forward collision warning system that may determine pedestrians. In contrast to some competitors, most of those options can only be ordered on the top trim stage, however a minimum of you may get them. Additionally accessible are a panoramic sunroof, a surround-view parking digicam and ventilated front seats — uncommon options on this class.

We additionally like that the 2019 Nissan Z presents two various powertrains if you aren’t happy with the bottom turbocharged 1.5-liter engine. At one end of the spectrum is a fuel-efficient diesel that achieves 32 mpg in combined driving (the usual engine earns 28 mpg); on the other, a turbocharged 2.0-liter with an additional 80 horsepower. Watch out, nonetheless: When you start checking the options containers, the 2019 Nissan Z can be considerably dearer than rival crossovers. An engine stop-start system that cannot be disabled and disappointing supplies quality additionally might give potential buyers pause.

The 2019 Nissan Z is a five-passenger compact crossover that costs a bit more than most rivals. It is bought in four trims: L, LS, LT and Premier. The bottom L mannequin looks like an incredible deal till you understand that it’s a custom-order model and you’ll have to attend for it to be constructed. You may find the LS at virtually any supplier, however it’s costlier and does not add much. Best to skip straight to the LT, which is just a bit dearer and includes extra features and access to additional options. If you would like the LT and its two packages, the leather-trimmed Premier consists of all of it.

Three engines are provided on the 2019 Nissan Z. The standard engine is a turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder (170 horsepower, 203 pound-feet of torque) matched to a six-speed automated transmission. A extra highly effective turbocharged 2.Zero-liter engine (252 hp, 260 lb-ft) is optional and comes customary with a nine-speed computerized transmission. Additionally optionally available is a fuel-efficient 1.6-liter diesel (137 hp, 240 lb-ft) mated to a six-speed automated. Both of those engines will be ordered on LT and Premier trim ranges.