Racing roots plus innovation equals legend status.
Whether you’re discussing the original generation or its hybrid sequel, the Acura NSX is an incredible supercar with a venerated legacy. It had its origins as a Ferrari competitor with development involving late racing legend Ayrton Senna, and featured a mid-engined V6 with groundbreaking technology and impeccable engineering and driving character, and generations later remained respected as one of the greatest Japanese supercars, and one of the greatest supercars ever.
After being discontinued in 2005, the Acura NSX returned in the 2010s as a hybrid supercar, this time with all-wheel drive and futuristic technology. Its increased power and innovation brought it right back to the forefront of the supercar world, continuing to build its iconic legacy, and as the modern reiteration of the NSX has been discontinued itself, the NSX is a piece of automotive history to be cherished for generations, and if you want to own one, now is the time to act.
Is the Honda NSX the same car as the Acura NSX?
Yes. In markets where Honda’s Acura brand wasn’t present but the NSX was, the NSX was marketed as the Honda NSX, most notably in its home country of Japan. Due to the 25 Year Rule for importing cars, special models like the Honda NSX-R are arriving stateside, at long last.
When were the generations of the Acura NSX?
The first generation of the Acura NSX arrived in 1990, and was discontinued in 2005. After over a decade of absence, the second generation of the NSX arrived in 2016, and was sent off in 2022 after a limited-edition NSX Type-S. The first generation had two versions: the earlier NA1, and the NA2, introduced in 1997. The biggest difference between the two is the engine going from 3.0 liters in the NA1 to 3.2 liters in the NA2. In 2002, the iconic and nostalgic pop-up headlights were swapped for fixed units. The second generation’s engine was 3.5 liters, twin-turbocharged, and assisted by electric motors.
What is the difference between the Acura NSX and the Acura NSX Type-S?
The Type-S was the second-generation NSX’s send-off, limited to 350 units worldwide. Power was increased to 602 horsepower, the transmission shifted faster, the downforce was improved, and it was able to get from 0-60 in just 2.9 seconds. For the NSX enthusiast, the Type-S was an ode to just how legendary of a supercar it is.
What is the NSX-R?
Introduced in 1992, the NSX-R, made for Japan, was a version of the NSX made for purer performance than the daily-driving capable standard NSX. It featured weight savings, racing seats, and tuning.
What is the NSX-T?
The NSX-T in 1995 introduced a removable targa-top body style to the NSX. In North America, it soon became the only body style available for the NSX, while other markets offered both body styles.
What is the first generation NSX Type-S?
Exclusive to Japan, the first-generation NSX Type-S was a spec tuned for winding roads and driver-focused character. With lightweight wheels, bucket seats, and stiffer suspension, it’s made to evoke driver’s car joy.
2005 Acura NSX
1997 Acura NSX
2005 Acura NSX
1992 Acura NSX
1996 Honda NSX-R
2022 Acura NSX Type-S
2022 Acura NSX Type-S
2020 Acura NSX
2017 Acura NSX
