Acura is planning to return to the supercar industry with their new NSX. Since this project was dropped in 2005, and its restart has been delayed because of the negative global economy situation, Honda enthusiasts have been hoping for a new performance car.
The Acura NSX concept is believed to start mass production as early as 2015. What is so special about this car is its hybrid drivetrain. This may seem odd for a supercar, but bear in mind, that the engine will still deliver over 400 horsepower. Due to this power we expect the new NSX to perform well both on the racetrack and on the road.
The exterior design somewhat resembles the one of the Audi R8 (in terms of dimensions), but this car surely has a personality of its own. The aggressive and modern design gives the Acura NSX an interesting, high-tech look.
The engine will probably be a V6, with a cylinder capacity of 3.5 or 3.7 liter. The power output will be connected to a seven-speed dual-clutch gearbox that in its turn is connected to the rear-wheel drive. The NSX also features two electric motors, for a total hybrid power output of 400 horsepower.
Revealed at the Detroit Motor Show, Acura only stated that NSX will come in a coupe version, but it is rumored that a convertible variant may be available at a later time after the release.
Although the fact that the new NSX will be a hybrid exotic supercar, a dealbraker for some, this vehicle may still be fun to drive, with good performances and great fuel economy.
