The NSX boasts exceptional performance, featuring a maximum speed of 282 km/h and a streamlined design with a drag coefficient of 0.30. This combination enables agile handling and exceptional speed on the road.
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Max Speed
282 km/h 175.23 mph
Drag Coefficient Cd
0.30
Body & Dimensions
The NSX is a sleek and powerful sports car with a targa body style, boasting a length of 174.21 inches and a width of 71.3 inches. With a wheelbase of 99.61 inches, it provides a stable ride and agile handling. The car's dimensions make it well-suited for both city driving and open-road cruising.
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Body Type
Targa
Seats
2
Doors
2
Length
4425 mm 174.21 in.
Width
1811 mm 71.3 in.
Height
1171 mm 46.1 in.
Wheelbase
2530 mm 99.61 in.
Front Track
1509 mm 59.41 in.
Rear Track
1539 mm 60.59 in.
Min Turning Circle
11.6 m 38.06 ft.
Ride Height Ground Clearance
130 mm 5.12 in.
Fuel Consumption
The NSX is a petrol (gasoline) car that meets the LEV emission standard. It has a fuel consumption of 13.8 l/100 km in the city and 9.8 l/100 km on the highway, which is equivalent to 17.04 US mpg and 24 US mpg respectively. This is equivalent to a fuel efficiency of 7.25 km/l in the city and 10.2 km/l on the highway.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Emission Standard
LEV
Fuel Consumption Urban
13.8 l/100 km 17.04 US mpg 20.47 UK mpg 7.25 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban
9.8 l/100 km 24 US mpg 28.82 UK mpg 10.2 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The NSX is a rear-wheel drive sports car powered by a naturally aspirated 3.2L V6 engine with a maximum output of 290 Hp at 7100 rpm and 304 Nm of torque at 5500 rpm. The engine features a transverse VTEC system and is mounted in the middle of the car, providing a balanced weight distribution. The engine is paired with a 6-speed manual transmission and delivers power to the rear wheels. The car has double-wishbone suspension on all four corners and can reach a maximum engine speed of 8000 rpm.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
290 Hp @ 7100 rpm.
Power Per Litre
91.2 Hp/l
Torque
304 Nm @ 5500 rpm. 224.22 lb.-ft. @ 5500 rpm.
Engine Layout
Middle, Transverse
Engine Model Code
C32B1
Engine Displacement
3179 cm3 193.99 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
6
Engine Configuration
V-engine
Cylinder Bore
93 mm 3.66 in.
Piston Stroke
78 mm 3.07 in.
Compression Ratio
10.2
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
4
Fuel Injection System
Multi-port manifold injection
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
DOHC VTEC
Engine Oil Capacity
5 l 5.28 US qt | 4.4 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification
10W-30 / API SL 5W-30 / API SL (<-20 °C)
Coolant
16 l 16.91 US qt | 14.08 UK qt
Drivetrain Architecture
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the rear wheels of the vehicle.
Double wishbone, Transverse stabilizer, Coil spring
Maximum Engine Speed
8000 rpm.
Brakes
The Acura NSX is a high-performance sports car with impressive braking capabilities, featuring ventilated discs in the front and rear, and an Anti-lock braking system for enhanced safety. The car's steering is electrically assisted and features a rack-and-pinion design. The tires are high-performance, with 17-inch rims and a unique size for both the front and rear wheels.
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Front Brakes
Ventilated discs, 297.18 mm
Rear Brakes
Ventilated discs, 302.26 mm
Assisting Systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering Type
Steering rack and pinion
Power Steering
Electric Steering
Tires Size
Front wheel tires: 215/40 R17 Rear wheel tires: 255/40 R17
Wheel Rims Size
Front wheel rims: 7J x 17 Rear wheel rims: 9J x 17
Weight & Capacity
The NSX boasts a remarkable power-to-weight ratio, achieving 202.8 horsepower per ton. This impressive figure is further complemented by a strong weight-to-torque ratio of 212.6 Nm/tonne. The combination of these attributes translates into exhilarating performance and agile handling.
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Weight To Power Ratio
4.9 kg/Hp, 202.8 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
4.7 kg/Nm, 212.6 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1430 kg 3152.61 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum
142 l 5.01 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity
70 l 18.49 US gal | 15.4 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Acura - NSX I (facelift 2002)
Targa
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38.06 ft.
The NSX has a maximum speed of 282 km/h (175.23 mph).
The low drag coefficient and agile handling capabilities provide exceptional stability and control at high speeds.
The NSX has a drag coefficient (Cd) of 0.30.
The NSX uses petrol (gasoline) as fuel.
The NSX meets the LEV emission standard.
The NSX has a fuel efficiency of 13.8 l/100 km in the city and 9.8 l/100 km on the highway, which is equivalent to 17.04 US mpg and 24 US mpg respectively.
The NSX has a 3.2L V6 engine.
The maximum horsepower of the NSX is 290 Hp at 7100 rpm.
The NSX has a 6-speed manual transmission.
The Acura NSX features ventilated discs in the front and rear, with a size of 297.18 mm and 302.26 mm respectively.
The Acura NSX features an electrically assisted rack-and-pinion steering system.
The Acura NSX features 17-inch rims with high-performance tires, with sizes of 215/40 R17 for the front and 255/40 R17 for the rear.
The NSX features a twin-turbocharged 3.5L V6 engine with 573 horsepower and 492 lb-ft of torque.
The NSX boasts advanced adaptive suspension and all-wheel-drive system for exceptional handling and stability.
The NSX comes equipped with a comprehensive suite of safety features including adaptive cruise control, lane departure warning, and blind-spot monitoring.
Fuel consumption information is not in the given spec sheet.
The minimum trunk/boot space is 142 l (5.01 cu. ft).
The spec sheet does not include information regarding the dry weight of the NSX.
