2018 Acura NSX Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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The second-generation Acura NSX had been long overdue when it finally hit the streets in 2017, marking the end of a 12-year hiatus for the nameplate. Since it’s so new, there are no changes to report for 2018.
The exterior of the NSX is an interesting mix of sharp creases and curves that embody the latest in Acura styling. The shield-shaped front grille signature and “jewel-eye” LED headlights are part of the brand’s identity, and are represented quite beautifully here. Yet the sweeping buttresses, giant intakes--10 of them in total--and overall shape of the NSX are, by definition, unique to it within the lineup. Acura employs plenty of carbon fiber to make up the body while keeping weight to a minimum. The interior isn’t as impressive, but there’s plenty to love in the geometric forms, high-tech displays, and ergonomic seating position.
The NSX is one of a growing number of supercars that houses an all-wheel drive (AWD) performance hybrid system within its shapely flanks. It combines a 3.5-liter twin-turbocharged V6 engine with three electric motors and a 9-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission, for a total of 573 horsepower and 426 pound-feet of torque. The engine, transmission, and a single motor work in concert to send power to the rear wheels. Meanwhile, the other two motors independently power the front wheels. Thanks to this arrangement, the NSX is able to shoot to 60 miles per hour in about 3 seconds.
Beyond that, the NSX employs all sorts of electronic magic for drama-free performance, including the ability to distribute power to individual wheels as demands dictate. Large carbon-ceramic brakes are available, but even the standard iron units are potent. The NSX also has what Acura calls its Integrated Dynamics system, with four distinct modes: Quiet, Sport, Sport +, and Track. The NSX can even cruise for short distances under full electric power. And with 21 miles per gallon city, 22 highway, and 21 combined, it’s a guilt-free affair.
But the NSX isn’t just a performance toy; it makes good on promises of luxury, too. Standard equipment includes manual leather/Alcantara seats, a 7-inch infotainment system with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a premium audio system with 8 speakers and a subwoofer, keyless access and start, Bluetooth, satellite radio, dual-zone automatic climate control, a garage-door opener, a 4.2-inch digital instrument cluster, and a valet mode. Power seats and memory settings for the driver are optional.
Safety wise, the NSX gets a reversing camera and plenty of airbags. Surprisingly, for such a high-tech vehicle, no advanced features like blind-spot monitoring or adaptive cruise control are on offer. As it’s such a niche vehicle, the NSX has not been crash-tested by any major agency.
The Acura NSX continues to be the ultimate expression of a company dedicated to technology and sportiness. The advanced powertrain and background wizardry combine to let even novice drivers exploit its performance.
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Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: element · Voice recognition audio system · Auxiliary audio input: jack · Pandora internet radio · AM/FM radio · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 7
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 14.5 · Front brake width: 1.3 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Premium brakes: Brembo · Rear brake diameter: 14.2 · Rear brake width: 1.3 · Rear brakes: ventilated disc
Comfort Features
Dash trim: leather · Door trim: alloy · Floor Material: carpet · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Multi-function remote: proximity entry system · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Rear view camera: multi-view · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: paddle shifter · Storage: cargo tie-down anchors and hooks · Universal garage door opener: Homelink · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Drivetrain
4WD Type: full time · Axle ratio: 3.58 · Limited slip differential: rear
Engine
EV battery capacity: 1 kWh · Electric Motor Battery Type: lithium ion · Electric Motor HP: 73 · Electric Motor Power Output (Kilowatts): 54 · Electric Motor Torque: 109 · Hybrid Gas Engine HP: 500 · Hybrid Gas Engine HP@RPM: 6500 · Hybrid Gas Engine Torque: 406 · Hybrid gas Engine Torque@RPM: 2000
Exterior Features
Door handle color: aluminum · Exhaust: quad exhaust tips · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: lip · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Window trim: black
Headrests
Front headrests: integrated · Number of front headrests: 2
In Car Entertainment
Connected in-car apps: Google POIs · Infotainment: Android Auto ready · Infotainment screen size: 7 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: range · Instrument cluster screen size: 8 in. · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Daytime running lights: LED · Headlights: LED · Tail and brake lights: LED
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: integrated turn signals
Safety
Crumple zones: front · Impact sensor: alert system · Parking sensors: rear · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: sport bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Upholstery: leather · Upholstery accents: faux suede
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Kit: tire sealant
Steering
Turns lock-to-lock: 1.9
Suspension
Driver Adjustable Suspension: ride control · Front Arm Type: lateral links · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 26 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: strut · Front shock type: monotube · Rear Shock Type: coil over shock · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Stabilizer Bar: diameter 25 mm · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link · Rear shock type: monotube · Suspension control: magnetic
Telematics
Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Electronic messaging assistance: with read function · Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone: voice activated · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Satellite communications: Turn-by-Turn Navigation · Smart device app compatibility: AcuraLink · Smart device app function: lock operation
Tires
Type: summer performance
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Laminated glass: acoustic