Nissan Project NAT2 is an employee-built Z race car prepared to SCCA Touring 2 specifications, announced on October 28, 2026. Nissan will display it at the SEMA Show in Las Vegas on November 3–6. However, the company has not announced power output, lap times or a racing schedule.
What is the Nissan Project NAT2 Z?
The Nissan Project NAT2 Z comes from the Nissan Acceleration Team, a volunteer group of employees who pursue motorsport outside work. Rather than a production-model announcement, this is an in-house competition build heading for a show stand.
In its October 28 Nissan SEMA announcement, the manufacturer describes the car as built to SCCA Touring 2 specifications. That wording matters: it identifies the intended rule set without confirming a race entry.
The build also stands apart from the Sentra Spec-V SEMA concept. Both feature in Nissan’s show plans, but NAT2 puts the focus on circuit hardware, safety equipment and data recording.
What SCCA class is Project NAT2 built for?
Nissan identifies Touring 2, usually shortened to T2, as the build’s target class. However, “built to T2 specifications” does not mean Nissan has announced SCCA approval or an accepted competition entry.
The SCCA road-racing rules and classifications page directs competitors to its General Competition Rules. Those rules receive monthly updates, so eligibility depends on the current requirements rather than a show-car description alone.
For drivers following this Nissan Z SCCA Touring 2 project, the next meaningful details would be a confirmed entry and event. Until then, the specifications describe its intended competition framework, not a scheduled racing campaign.
What modifications does the Project NAT2 Z have?
The official Project NAT2 build sheet lists changes across the powertrain, cooling, chassis and cockpit. Crucially, it gives component details without claiming a measured performance result.
| Area | Confirmed equipment |
|---|---|
| Engine and induction | VR30DDTT engine, 38 mm turbo inlet restrictors and NISMO cold-air intake |
| Exhaust and calibration | GT4 single-exit stainless-steel exhaust and Z1 Motorsports custom tune |
| Cooling | Upgraded radiator and heat exchanger, plus engine-oil and differential coolers |
| Suspension | NISMO coilovers, front upper control arms, front and rear sway bars, and adjustable end links |
| Wheels and tyres | NISMO-designed GT4 RAYS 18 × 11-inch forged wheels with Maxxis 275/35ZR18 RC-1 tyres |
| Front brakes | Z1 Motorsports six-piston monobloc calipers and 380 mm two-piece rotors |
| Rear brakes | Stock calipers and rotors, with Hawk DTC-60 pads listed |
| Safety | Competition-spec roll cage, Sabelt seat, six-point harness, window and centre nets, and Lifeline fire suppression |
| Data equipment | AiM Solo 2 DL lap timer and datalogger, plus AiM SmartyCam 4 Corsa cockpit camera |
Notably, Nissan lists 38 mm turbo inlet restrictors for class legality. Meanwhile, the cooling upgrades address several systems rather than just the engine coolant circuit.
The brake specification also deserves a careful reading. Nissan lists a substantial front upgrade but retains stock rear calipers and rotors. It does not describe an identical brake conversion at both axles.
For drivers preparing their own circuit car, our first track-day checklist covers practical preparation. Keep performance testing and limit handling to closed circuits or suitable private venues.
How much horsepower does the Nissan Project NAT2 make?
Nissan has not published a horsepower or torque figure for this build as of October 29, 2026. Therefore, quoting a road-going Z’s output would not establish NAT2’s output.
The inlet restrictors, intake, exhaust and custom calibration all belong to this specific configuration. However, a parts list cannot substitute for a measured result.
Likewise, Nissan has not supplied a lap time or acceleration figure. There is no confirmed benchmark here for comparing NAT2 against another race car, and the announcement does not support a performance ranking.
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Where can you see Project NAT2 at SEMA 2026?
Nissan plans to display the car at booth 21521 in Central Hall at the Las Vegas Convention Center. The announced show dates are November 3–6, 2026.
Those dates identify its planned SEMA appearance, not a race weekend. Similarly, the announcement does not provide a circuit demonstration time or a live race broadcast.
If you plan to attend, check SEMA’s current registration and admission requirements before travelling. A confirmed display location is not, by itself, a ticket or a guarantee of public access.
Will Nissan sell Project NAT2 or enter it in an SCCA series?
Nissan says its SEMA concepts are not for sale. Although ideas or some accessories may influence future products, that does not confirm a customer NAT2 package.
Meanwhile, Nissan has not announced a race-entry list, season schedule or price for the car. The employee team’s motorsport background should not be treated as evidence of a specific forthcoming start.
For now, separate three things: the completed build, its announced show appearance and any future competition programme. Only the first two have confirmed details in this announcement.
How can TripRank help drivers record their own drives?
For a driver’s own drives, TripRank is an iOS driving and performance telemetry companion. It records trips with GPS route capture and provides a per-trip Smoothness Score.
GPS trip recording works offline and continues in the background. Meanwhile, Pro unlocks aggregate stats charts, data export and Apple Watch heart-rate analytics. These are separate app features, not claims about NAT2’s installed AiM equipment.
Frequently asked questions
Who built Project NAT2?
The Nissan Acceleration Team built Project NAT2 in-house. NAT is a volunteer group of Nissan employees who pursue motorsport in their free time.
What engine does Project NAT2 use?
Nissan lists the VR30DDTT engine with 38 mm turbo inlet restrictors, a NISMO cold-air intake, a GT4 exhaust and a Z1 Motorsports custom tune.
Has Nissan announced a race schedule for Project NAT2?
No. As of October 29, 2026, Nissan has announced a SEMA display but no race-entry or season schedule.
Can you buy Nissan Project NAT2?
Nissan says its SEMA concepts are not for sale. Some ideas or accessories may influence future products, but no customer NAT2 package has been announced.
Bottom line
Project NAT2 gives Nissan’s employee-built Z a clear T2 brief and a detailed hardware list. However, output figures and competition plans remain unannounced. For recording your own drives, explore TripRank’s GPS driving companion for iOS.
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