Official Pics and Reveal Video of the 2016 Acura NSX
But while we know the basics about the hybrid powertrain—two electric motors up front, another motor and twin-turbo V6 in back, nine-speed dual clutch tranny—Acura still hasn’t released any power figures from its 150k all-wheel-drive halo car. It’s worth noting that while the production sheet metal is very close to the concept, there were obviously some tweaks made in the transition from fantasy to reality. Here’s what changed, according to the press release:
“The NSX body features classic low and wide proportions married to modern and alluring surfacing, an aggressive front design, and tail lights that pays homage to the original NSX. The signature side intake and floating C-pillar collects air to feed the mid-mounted engine and directs airflow over the rear deck to increase downforce. To accommodate the new longitudinally mounted twin-turbo V6 and 9-speed DCT, the production vehicle was lengthened (+3 inches) and widened (+1 inch) with a slightly more cab-forward package, compared with the proportions of the NSX Concept shown in 2012.”
The original NSX was a shot across the bow of Italy’s elite supercar makers, and was developed with the legendary Aryton Senna—so there’s every reason to be optimistic about the new machine’s capabilities. But we’ll have to wait and see whether it’ll be able to outrun the shadow of its protracted development, and avoid being eclipsed by fresh-faced competition like the Ford GT.
Check out the reveal video and first official shots of the NSX below.
