Acura NSX — Specs, Trims, Prices & Owner Reviews
The Acura NSX (second generation) is a mid‑engine hybrid supercar from Acura/Honda that reinterprets the original 1990s NSX for the modern era. The second‑generation car pairs a mid‑mounted, twin‑turbo 3.5‑liter V6 with a multi‑motor hybrid system (an electric motor integrated with the gearbox plus two motors at the front axle) to deliver instantaneous torque, electronic torque vectoring and an all‑wheel drive layout. It was designed to combine supercar performance with more usable daily manners and the engineering attention to detail associated with Honda/Acura.
Model years 2016–2022 · Independent buyer data
Fuel economy: 21/21/22 mpg (combined/city/highway)
Acura NSX: General Information
The Acura NSX (second generation) is a mid‑engine hybrid supercar from Acura/Honda that reinterprets the original 1990s NSX for the modern era. The second‑generation car pairs a mid‑mounted, twin‑turbo 3.5‑liter V6 with a multi‑motor hybrid system (an electric motor integrated with the gearbox plus two motors at the front axle) to deliver instantaneous torque, electronic torque vectoring and an all‑wheel drive layout. It was designed to combine supercar performance with more usable daily manners and the engineering attention to detail associated with Honda/Acura.
Across its run the second‑generation NSX received incremental mechanical and aerodynamic updates and was offered with a relatively compact cargo area and a two‑seat cockpit. The model culminated in the limited‑production Type S for the 2022 model year, a final‑edition that increased turbo boost and recalibrated the hybrid controls to raise combined output to 600 hp; that Type S also added distinct carbon‑fiber aero details and chassis/boost revisions. Fuel economy for the Type S is modest for a supercar (EPA‑rated in the low‑20s mpg), and new‑car pricing remained in the six‑figure range, with the 2022 Type S priced at about $171,495 in the U.S.
Acura NSX by model year
2016 Acura NSX
2016 Acura NSX NSX
The NSX trim is the standard launch-era offering: a two-seat, mid‑engine hybrid coupe that combines a twin‑turbo 3.5L V6 with three electric motors (a rear Direct Drive motor plus a front Twin Motor Unit) and a 9‑speed dual‑clutch. The hybrid Sport Hybrid SH‑AWD system produces a factory-rated 573 hp total (500 hp from the gasoline engine) and provides active front-axle torque vectoring for sharp handling. The second-generation NSX entered production in 2016 (marketed as the 2017 model year) and was hand-built at Acura/Honda's Performance Manufacturing Center in Ohio.
2017 Acura NSX
2017 Acura NSX NSX
Debut production model of the second-generation NSX. Uses Acuras Sport Hybrid SH-AWD system: a bespoke 3.5L twin‑turbo V6 mated to a 9-speed dual-clutch and supplemented by three electric motors for torque vectoring and instant response. Manufacturer/press sources list a total system output of 573 hp; MotorTrend noted the cars base price was in the supercar range (in excess of $150,000).
2018 Acura NSX
2018 Acura NSX NSX
The 2018 Acura NSX is a mid‑engined hybrid supercar powered by a 3.5L twin‑turbo V6 that works with three electric motors as part of Acura's Sport Hybrid SH‑AWD system to produce a manufacturer-rated 573 hp total system output. The drivetrain uses a 9‑speed dual‑clutch transmission and an active Twin Motor Unit up front for torque vectoring; 2018 was essentially a carryover from the 2017 debut with no major mechanical changes. It was hand-built at Acura's Performance Manufacturing Center in Marysville, Ohio and sold as a single, extensively optionable NSX trim.
2019 Acura NSX
2019 Acura NSX NSX
The 2019 Acura NSX uses a mid‑mounted 3.5L twin‑turbo V6 paired with three electric motors (Sport Hybrid SH‑AWD) to deliver a combined 573 hp and 476 lb‑ft of torque. The 2019 model year included minor chassis and styling updates to the second‑generation NSX; the car continued to be hand‑built in Marysville, Ohio.
2020 Acura NSX
2020 Acura NSX NSX
The NSX uses a mid-mounted 3.5L twin‑turbo V6 supplemented by three electric motors for a hybrid AWD system; the combined output is approximately 573 hp and the engine is mated to a 9‑speed dual‑clutch transmission. The 2020 model carried over the minor 2019 chassis/styling updates and saw no major powertrain changes.
2021 Acura NSX
2021 Acura NSX SH-AWD Coupe
The 2021 NSX SH-AWD Coupe uses the Sport Hybrid SH-AWD system pairing a longitudinal mid‑mounted 3.5L twin‑turbo V6 with three electric motors and a 9‑speed dual‑clutch transmission for a combined 573 hp and 476 lb‑ft. For 2021 the specification was largely carried over from prior years aside from color and content tweaks; starting MSRP was $159,495. The chassis features Brembo 6‑piston front/4‑piston rear calipers with optional carbon‑ceramic discs and a selectable Integrated Dynamics System (Quiet/Sport/Sport+/Track).
2022 Acura NSX
2022 Acura NSX Type S
The 2022 NSX Type S is a limited‑production, final‑edition of the second‑generation Acura NSX. It raises boost and recalibrates the hybrid powertrain (twin‑turbo 3.5L V6 plus front/rear electric motors) to increase combined output, and adds aerodynamic and chassis upgrades including exposed carbon‑fiber details and a GT3‑inspired diffuser. Starting price in the U.S. for the Type S was listed at $171,495.
Acura NSX trim levels
| Trim | MSRP | Engine | Power | Drive | Economy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NSX | ~$165,500 | 3.5L twin-turbo V6 | 573 hp (total system) / 500 hp (engine) / 476 lb-ft (total) | AWD | — |
| NSX | ~$165,500 | 3.5L Twin-turbo V6 (3,493 cc) | 573 hp (total system); 500 hp (engine) | AWD | — |
| NSX | ~$165,500 | 3.5L Twin-Turbo V6 + electric motors (Hybrid) | 573 hp / 476 lb-ft | AWD | — |
| NSX | ~$165,500 | 3.5L twin-turbo V6 | 573 hp / 476 lb-ft | AWD | — |
| NSX | ~$165,500 | 3.5L Twin-turbo V6 | 573 hp | AWD | — |
| NSX SH-AWD Coupe | $159,495 | 3.5L Twin-Turbo V6 + three electric motors (Sport Hybrid SH-AWD) | 573 hp / 476 lb-ft (system) | AWD | 21 / 22 mpg |
| Type S | $171,495 | 3.5L twin‑turbo V6 + three electric motors (hybrid) | 600 hp / 492 lb-ft | AWD | 21 / 21 mpg |
Specifications (2022)
| Engine | 3.5L Twin-Turbo V6 HybridL |
|---|---|
| Fuel | Hybrid |
| Power | 600 hp / 492 lb-ft hp |
| Transmission | 9-speed DCT |
| Drivetrain | AWD |
| Length | 176.4 in mm |
| Width | 75.7 in mm |
| Height | 47.4 in mm |
| Wheelbase | 103.5 in mm |
| Seats | 2 |
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Frequently asked questions
How much does the Acura NSX cost?
The Acura NSX has a typical price range of $171,495 (USD), spanning 7 trim levels. Actual prices vary by year, mileage and local market conditions.
What fuel economy does the Acura NSX get?
The Acura NSX achieves 21 / 21 mpg. Real-world figures depend on trim, drivetrain and driving style.
Is the Acura NSX reliable?
Recall history: 2 recalls (2020, 2023).
What years of the Acura NSX are available to compare?
Cars4Real covers Acura NSX model years 2016–2022. You can compare every year and trim side by side with live market prices and real owner reviews.