The New Acura NSX: A Hybrid Supercar that Blends Old and New

A little over 25 years after the original NSX was launched, Acura has unveiled an all-new version of the iconic car. The new NSX shares the same concept of a two-seat mid-engine V6 with its predecessor but is a far cry from the old car in terms of technology and performance. While the new car inherits many of the best qualities of the original model, it also fully embraces modern technology to move Acura's halo car forward in terms of outright performance.

The New NSX: A Hybrid Supercar

One of the most significant changes in the new NSX is its hybrid powertrain. Acura calls this a Sport Hybrid System, which features three electric motors that are more about efficiency and putting power to the road than fuel efficiency. The electric motor at each front wheel provides all-wheel drive, while the quiet mode allows you to loaf along under electric power up to about 30 mph. The electric Drive helps the NSX leave stop lights smoothly. When you engage one of the three other modes – Sport, Sport Plus, and Track – the aggression of the drivetrain suspension and noise levels increases.

The Three Electric Motors: A Game-Changer

The combination of the three electric motors plus a 3.5-liter twin-turbo V6 mounted just behind your head gives the NSX a total output of 573 horsepower and 476 lb-ft of torque. The power is delivered immediately, with forward thrust that will snap an unsuspecting passenger back into their seat. While the snarl from the V6 isn't as spine-tingling as before, the turbos bring their own type of music, especially when you let off the throttle quickly. Pro tip: put the windows down for full effect.

The 9-Speed Dual Clutch Automatic Gearbox

Unlike the original NSX, which had one of the world's best manual transmissions, the new car features a 9-speed dual clutch automatic gearbox. You can use the steering wheel paddle shifters or let the system take care of the shifts – it does this superbly, even performing multiple quick and precise downshifts as you break hard for turns.

Handling that Feels Spot On

The NSX is handling is spot on, with exceptionally high limits that feel secure. The power going to those front wheels keeps tail-out action to a minimum, while the confidence feels maximum. The steering turns in immediately and delivers great road feel to the driver – like your hands are connected to the front tires.

A Video Gamey Experience

While the NSX's handling is spot on, it can also feel a bit video gamey at times. It certainly isn't as visceral as the original car but then, the car's performance capabilities have been raised to supercar status. Unlike many other supercars, the NSX doesn't beat you up – thanks to its adjustable suspension that keeps harsh jolts completely out of the equation.

The Seats: Superb and Comfortable

Once you're in the seats, they are superb with soft cushion and supple leather. The perfect amount of lateral support is available, making it easy to get comfortable on long drives. However, getting in and out isn't easy due to the low-to-the-ground design that helps the NSX be limber.

The Infotainment System: Cumbersome but Acceptable

The same things that annoy us about other Acura interiors bug us in the new NSX – specifically, the cumbersome infotainment system and unintuitive push-button shifter setup. However, these issues are somewhat mitigated by the fact that gobs of power and unflappable handling can change your perspective.

A Price Tag that's Far from Approachable

The price of the new NSX is far from approachable, starting at $157,800. Interestingly, this is Acura's first ever build-to-order car, built right here in the United States in Maryville, Ohio. The new NSX blends most of the best qualities of the original model while fully embracing modern technology to move Acura's halo car forward in terms of outright performance.

Conclusion

The new Acura NSX is a hybrid supercar that blends old and new, offering a thrilling driving experience without being an intimidating beast. With its advanced technology, exceptional handling, and superb seats, it's a blast to drive on both twisty roads and long highways.

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electric motors plus a 3.5 L twin turbo V6 mounted just behind your head gives a total output of 573 horsepower and 476 PB feet of torque it puts the power to the road immediately with the kind of forward thrust that will snap an unsuspecting passenger head back into their seat the snarl from the V6 isn't the spine tingling Delight of the original but the turbos bring their own type of music especially when you let off the throttle quickly Pro tip put the windows down for full effect unlike the original NSX which had one of the world's best manual transmissions the new car has a 9-speed dual clutch automatic gearbox you can use the steering wheel paddle shifters or just let the system take care of the shifts for you it does this superbly even performing multiple quick and precise downshifts as you break hard for turns the NSX is handling is spot on the limits are exceptionally high but when you reach them it feels secure the power going to those front wheels keeps tail out action to a minimum and confidence to a maximum the steering turns in immediately and delivers great Road feel to the driver like your hands are connected to the front tires still between the all-wheel drive electric motors automatic shifting transmission and four different Drive modes the NSX feels a bit video gamey at times it's certainly not as visceral as the original car but then the car's performance capabilities have also been raised to Supercar status but unlike a lot of supercars the NSX doesn't beat you up thanks to its adjustable suspension harsh jolts are kept completely out of the equation and even in its stiffest setting there's always a layer of compliance getting in and out isn't easy though the NSX sits low to the ground really low it helps to be limber once you're in the seats are superb with soft cushion Supple leather and a perfect amount of lateral support adjustments are limited though as with the original NSX the low short Hood makes for excellent forward views like you can almost Reach Out And Touch the pav P the same things that Annoy Us about other acur Interiors bug Us in the NSX too specifically the cumbersome infotainment system and the unintuitive push button shifter setup somehow they bother you a lot less in the NSX it's funny how gobs of power and unflappable handling can change your perspective although the NSX is capable enough to make just about anyone look like a hero driver the price is far from approachable it starts at $157,800 interestingly this is acura's first ever build to order car and it's built right here in the states in Maryville Ohio the new NSX Blends most of the best qualities of the original model while fully embracing modern technology to move acurus halo car Way Forward in terms of outright performance it's a blast to drive without being an intimidating Beast yet it's comfortable and normal enough to make an all day road trip an enjoyable experience for more on sports cars check out consumerreports.orga little over 25 years after the original NSX was launched acur has Unleashed an allnew version the old and new cars share the same concept of a two- seat mid-engine V6 but beyond that these are two very different machines first the new car is a hybrid but not in the Toyota Prius 52 MPG sense acur calls this a sport hybrid system the three electric motors in the NSX are more about efficiency of putting the power to the road than they are about fuel efficiency an electric motor at each front wheel gives the NSX all-wheel drive but there is still a hybrid-like neighborhood correctness about the NSX in the car's quiet mode you can loaf along under electric power up to about 30 mph and the electric Drive helps the NSX leave stop light smoothly the car's three other modes sport Sport Plus and track each ratchet up the aggression of the drivetrain suspension and noise levels and make no mistake this hybrid is about performance the combination of the three electric motors plus a 3.5 L twin turbo V6 mounted just behind your head gives a total output of 573 horsepower and 476 PB feet of torque it puts the power to the road immediately with the kind of forward thrust that will snap an unsuspecting passenger head back into their seat the snarl from the V6 isn't the spine tingling Delight of the original but the turbos bring their own type of music especially when you let off the throttle quickly Pro tip put the windows down for full effect unlike the original NSX which had one of the world's best manual transmissions the new car has a 9-speed dual clutch automatic gearbox you can use the steering wheel paddle shifters or just let the system take care of the shifts for you it does this superbly even performing multiple quick and precise downshifts as you break hard for turns the NSX is handling is spot on the limits are exceptionally high but when you reach them it feels secure the power going to those front wheels keeps tail out action to a minimum and confidence to a maximum the steering turns in immediately and delivers great Road feel to the driver like your hands are connected to the front tires still between the all-wheel drive electric motors automatic shifting transmission and four different Drive modes the NSX feels a bit video gamey at times it's certainly not as visceral as the original car but then the car's performance capabilities have also been raised to Supercar status but unlike a lot of supercars the NSX doesn't beat you up thanks to its adjustable suspension harsh jolts are kept completely out of the equation and even in its stiffest setting there's always a layer of compliance getting in and out isn't easy though the NSX sits low to the ground really low it helps to be limber once you're in the seats are superb with soft cushion Supple leather and a perfect amount of lateral support adjustments are limited though as with the original NSX the low short Hood makes for excellent forward views like you can almost Reach Out And Touch the pav P the same things that Annoy Us about other acur Interiors bug Us in the NSX too specifically the cumbersome infotainment system and the unintuitive push button shifter setup somehow they bother you a lot less in the NSX it's funny how gobs of power and unflappable handling can change your perspective although the NSX is capable enough to make just about anyone look like a hero driver the price is far from approachable it starts at $157,800 interestingly this is acura's first ever build to order car and it's built right here in the states in Maryville Ohio the new NSX Blends most of the best qualities of the original model while fully embracing modern technology to move acurus halo car Way Forward in terms of outright performance it's a blast to drive without being an intimidating Beast yet it's comfortable and normal enough to make an all day road trip an enjoyable experience for more on sports cars check out consumerreports.org\n"