Such a setup, however, feels out of place on such a performance-oriented vehicle. In Sport Plus and Track modes, the electric-power-steering system dials in more weight. Regardless of the setting, the steering is crisp, and the car responds smartly to the slightest of driver inputs. Hybrid vehicles are more efficient in stop-and-go city traffic than their gasoline-only rivals, and the NSX is no different. In our real-world highway fuel-economy test, the NSX delivered a decent 23 mpg, beating its EPA rating slightly but falling behind its nonhybrid rivals.
Touted as the everyday supercar, the NSX is certainly comfortable and intuitive enough for just about anyone to use as a daily driver. But its cabin doesn't have the premium feel and luxurious amenities one expects from an Acura, let alone one that is meant to compete with the best from England and Germany. Our test car featured the optional leather-and-faux-suede seats, faux-suede headliner, and carbon-fiber-trimmed steering wheel.
The bright red leather appealed to the younger among our staff, but some found it garish and juvenile. While the seats are comfortable, we'd prefer more thigh support, and enthusiastic drivers will likely desire more side bolstering as well.
For something marketed as the everyday supercar, the NSX's interior storage cubbies aren't especially commodious. Plus, we managed to fit just one of our carry-on suitcases inside the tiny trunk. As with some other interior parts, the touchscreen system is taken from lesser Acuras and Hondas, and the same complaints we have about them apply here, too.
The system's interface already looks outdated, and we found the menu setup to be unintuitive. Hand-built by master technicians at the Performance Manufacturing Center PMC with a limited production of units globally, the new NSX embodies the pinnacle of dynamic driving worthy of the Type S badge. While continuing to honor its lineage with meticulous engineering and striking design, the NSX Type S pushes the boundaries of possibility with more power and more sound for a more adrenaline-fueled drive.
Building on its racing lineage, the NSX Type S combines an aggressive design and aerodynamic components to create more downforce that helps keep you glued to the asphalt.
The available motorsport-focused Lightweight Package featuring carbon-ceramic brakes, a carbon fiber engine cover and Carbon Fiber Interior Sport Package shaves even more crucial weight for the ultimate performance-driving experience. Equal parts adrenaline and composure, the NSX Type S is the embodiment of Precision Crafted Performance—our mantra that serves as the foundation of every decision we make.
The result: An exhilarating supercar unlike any other. The NSX Type S never misses a chance to make a statement with an iconic taillight design and wide rear fascia featuring an aggressive GT3 Evo-inspired carbon fiber rear diffuser.
The racecar-inspired look of the NSX Type S continues inside with the Carbon Fiber Interior Sport Package, adding a matte carbon fiber steering wheel and low meter visor for unobstructed views of the road.
With a limited global production of units hand-built at the PMC, this badge on the available carbon fiber engine cover showcases the true rarity of your NSX Type S. With just of these exclusive supercars available worldwide, this marks the first time an NSX Type S will be sold outside of Japan. It improves cooling to maintain optimal performance. With total airflow management the NSX Type S precisely sculpts and redirects the air it cuts through.
The result, a perfect harmony between design and engineering. The redesigned front fascia and carbon fiber front spoiler deliver aerodynamic performance to support the highest-performing production NSX ever built. An available carbon fiber engine cover surrounds the signature red manifold cover, symbolizing the exclusive nature of the limited edition NSX Type S.
The new NSX Type S has been meticulously engineered for more power and more sound for maximum exhilaration. The interior of the NSX Type S elevates the motorsport-driving experience even further with a more generous application of Alcantara trim and finishes complimenting the available carbon fiber steering wheel and meter visor.
The NSX Type S never forgets its past while pushing the boundaries of engineering and recalibrating the expectations of sports car dynamics. Continuing the legacy of its predecessors, the NSX returns in Type S form for its final year, embodying our unyielding commitment to Precision Crafted Performance.
From the front lip to the side skirts and GT3 Evo-inspired aggressive rear diffuser, track-tested and track-proven aero components made from carbon fiber can be found across the exterior for a truly motorsport-inspired design. The NSX Type S features a multi-material space frame with ablation casting and a 3D bent and quenched A-pillar for ultra-rigidity with minimal weight. Performance is further boosted by a 76 hp Nm motor driving the rear wheels, and a pair of 36 hp 73 Nm motors driving the front wheels.
All these makes for a combined output of hp. In comparison, the plug-in hybrid BMW i8 has a combined output of hp. The i8 takes 4. Prior to the opening of the Tokyo Motor Show, Carlist. More on that later.
Speaking to Carlist. The hood on Honda models is equipped with a different hinge that pops out to push the hood upwards in the event of a collision with a pedestrian. This is to comply with pedestrian safety rules in Europe and Japan.
This is very different from regulations in other parts of the world and as such, the restraint systems on the Acura models are very different. Apart from the badges, the most obvious difference between the Acura and Honda NSX are the headlamps. Acura models have an amber turn signal lens to meet US regulations, while Honda models have a clear lenses.
Sharp eyed readers will notice that the show car at the Tokyo Motor Show wore a Honda badge but had amber turn signal lenses as well. The white cars seen in the pictures here are a close representation of the actual production car. Klaus is happy with the level of performance delivered by the three-motor SH-AWD hybrid system but he is keener to talk about how the NSX focuses on the driver — a trait which he believes sets the NSX apart from other supercars.
Its styling might not wow like a hypercar, but it looks a lot better in sheet metal — it projects just the right amount of aggression without being intimidating or offensive, purposeful without being overly racy. There are no crowd pulling scissor or gullwing doors here. Push the beautifully anodised aluminium-finished door handle down to open the doors, the frameless door swings open to reveal an inviting interior.
Close the doors shut and you will notice that the pair of wing mirrors are mounted higher than they appear to be from the outside, aligning at your eye-level, giving you a very GT race-car feel.
Like many recent Acura models, the conventional gear lever has been replaced with a button-operated type layout.
In fact, it is easier to mis-shift between Drive and Reverse on a traditional gear lever than on this button-type selector. Quiet, as its name suggest, drives the NSX in pure electric mode. Klaus was not exaggerating when he said 'zero delay acceleration.
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