NAIAS 2015: 2016 Acura NSX Revealed At Last

by Cameron Aubernon

Published: January 12th, 2015

naias 2015 2016 acura nsx revealed at last

Two years after the concept bowed — and 25 years after the original — the production-ready 2016 Acura NSX has finally arrived [Live photos now available – CA].

Power for the hybrid exotic comes from a twin-turbo DOHC V6 paired with the three-motor Sport Hybrid system, two of which power the front axle while the third is located between the V6 and its nine-speed dual-clutch automatic, and aids in acceleration, braking and shifting. Alas, horsepower and torque were not mentioned at this time.

The body is composed of carbon fiber, ultra-high strength steel and aluminum, and is covered by panels made of aluminum and sheet molding composite.

Inside, the driver is greeted by Acura’s Human Support Cockpit, aimed at making driving easier while maintaining the performance expected out of the NSX. The system includes a dynamic TFT instrument cluster display, intuitive controls, and improved ergonomics.

Price of admission will be announced at a later date. Acura will begin accepting orders this summer, with deliveries to commence later this year. The NSX will be assembled by 100 employees at Honda’s Performance Manufacturing Center in Marysville, Ohio.

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Cameron Aubernon

Seattle-based writer, blogger, and photographer for many a publication. Born in Louisville. Raised in Kansas. Where I lay my head is home.

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05lgt on Jan 14, 2015

I finally looked at all the pictures, and wish they'd released this design years ago. It makes the center "boat" crease front and back acceptable on the TL etc. once this is out there.

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Add Lightness on Jan 14, 2015

Insight1. Even though it was made in the same factory as the NSX1, it is at the opposite end of the performance spectrum.

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