2018 Acura NSX
Acura’s super exotic sports car is back and performing as it was designed to. 2018 Acura NSX keeps the same specifications and features of its 2017 counterpart.
2018 Acura NSX Specifications and Features
2018 ACURA NSX: Specifications and Features
| POWER UNIT | |
| Sport Hybrid SH-AWD Power Unit | Front wheels: mechanically independent from rear power unit components, two electric motors (Twin Motor Unit); Rear wheels: Twin-turbocharged V-6 gasoline engine with one Direct Drive Motor and 9-speed DCT |
| Maximum Total System Power | 573 HP |
| Maximum Total System Torque | 476 lb.-ft. |
| Approx. Top Speed | 191 mph |
| ENGINE | |
| Type | Twin-turbocharged DOHC V6 |
| Layout | Longitudinally mid-mounted |
| Displacement | 3,493 cc |
| Horsepower – SAE Net | 500 HP @ 6,500-7,500 rpm |
| Torque | 406 lb.-ft. @ 2,000-6,000 rpm |
| Maximum Engine Speed | 7,500 rpm |
| Power Output Per Liter | 143 HP/liter |
| Bore and Stroke | 3.6 in. x 3.5 in. |
| Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 |
| Valve Train | 24 Valve, IN/EX VTC, chain-driven camshafts |
| Intake Valve Construction | Forged steel |
| Exhaust Valve Construction | Forged steel, sodium-filled |
| Valve Included Angle | 30 degrees |
| Cylinder Block and Head Material | Aluminum alloy |
| Cylinder Bore Lining | Plasma transferred wire arc thermal spray |
| Cylinder Bank Angle | 75 degrees |
| Crankshaft Construction | Forged steel |
| Piston Construction | Cast aluminum with integrated cooling channel |
| Connecting Rod Construction | Forged steel, dowel pin |
| Fuel Injection | Direct and port injections systems |
| Throttle Control | Drive-by-wire system |
| Fuel Requirement | Premium unleaded (93 octane recommended; 91 required) |
| Lubrication | Dry sump system with 6-rotor scavenge pump |
| Oil Type | Synthetic 0W-40 |
| Cooling system | Liquid and oil cooling |
| Exhaust System Layout | Dual catalytic converter, dual path per bank |
| TWIN TURBOCHARGERS | |
| Turbocharger Type | Single scroll |
| Maximum Boost Pressure | 105 kPa (1.05 bar) (15.23 psi) |
| Turbine Construction | Inconel |
| Wastegate Control | Electrical |
| Recirculation Valves | Air bypass type |
| Intercooler Dimensions | Width 232.2 mm; Height 382 mm; Thickness 64 mm |
| DIRECT DRIVE MOTOR | |
| Type | Permanent-magnet, water-cooled electric motor/generator |
| Layout | Direct drive, situated between engine and transmission, attached directly to the crankshaft |
| Horsepower @ rpm | 47 @ 3,000 |
| Torque @ rpm) | 109 lb.-ft. @ 500-2,000 |
| TRANSMISSION & REAR AXLE | |
| Type | 9-Speed Dual Clutch Transmission (9DCT) |
| 1st Gear Ratio | 3.838 |
| 2nd | 2.433 |
| 3rd | 1.778 |
| 4th | 1.428 |
| 5th | 1.211 |
| 6th | 1.038 |
| 7th | 0.881 |
| 8th | 0.747 |
| 9th | 0.634 |
| Reverse | 2.395 |
| Rear Axle Ratio | 3.583 |
| Limited Slip Differential – Wet Multi-Plate | Torque bias ratio: drive 2.0, coast 2.6, 30N-m pre-load |
| FRONT TWIN MOTOR UNIT (TMU) | |
| Type | Permanent-magnet, oil-cooled electric motor/generator |
| Layout | Independent twin motors in a single package with a planetary gear set, one-way clutch, and brake |
| Horsepower @ rpm | 36 + 36 @ 4,000 |
| Torque @ rpm | 54 +54 lb.-ft. @ 0-2,000 |
| ADDITIONAL POWER UNIT CONTROLS | |
| Integrated Dynamics System | Four-mode system: Quiet, Sport, Sport+, Track |
| Hill Start Assist | |
| Idle-Stop System |
| BODY / SUSPENSION / CHASSIS | |
| Chassis Type | Aluminum-intensive, Multi-Material |
| Body/Frame Construction | Multi-material (primarily aluminum) space frame with a mix of aluminum and low-density SMC outer panels, and cast aluminum suspension mounting points |
| Ablation Cast Aluminum Nodes | Complex high-performance aluminum castings for crush zones; World’s first automotive application |
| Corrosion Pre-Treatment | Zirconium pre-treat material; Environmentally friendly |
| A-Pillar Structure | 3-D bent and quenched ultra-high-strength steel (1,500 MPa); World’s first application |
| Floor Panel | Carbon fiber core |
| Front Suspension Type | Double-wishbone, double-joint lower control arm; aluminum construction |
| Front Dampers | Active Gen III magnetorheological Coilover assemblies |
| Front Stabilizer Bar | Hollow steel, 1.04 in. diameter x 0.13 in. wall thickness |
| Rear Suspension Type | Multi-link; aluminum construction |
| Rear Dampers | Active Gen III magnetorheological coil overs |
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | Hollow steel; 0.98 in. diameter x 0.12 in. wall thickness |
| Front Brake Calipers | Brembo 6-piston aluminum monoblock |
| Front Brake Rotor Type | Base: 2-Pc Floating Iron Disks w/ Aluminum center Option: 2-Pc Floating Carbon Ceramic Disks w/ Aluminum center |
| Front Brake Rotor Size | Iron: 14.5 in. diameter x 1.3 in. thick Carbon ceramic: 15 in. diameter x 1.3 in. thick |
| Rear Brake Calipers | Brembo 4-piston aluminum monoblock |
| Rear Brake Rotor Type | Base: 2-Pc Floating Iron Disks w/ Aluminum center Option: 2-Pc Floating Carbon Ceramic Disks w/ Aluminum center |
| Rear Brake Rotor Size | 14.2 in. dia. X 1.3 in. thick (both iron and carbon-ceramic) |
| Steering Type | Variable ratio rack & pinion; dual-pinion EPS |
| Steering Wheel Turns, Lock-to-Lock | 1.91 |
| Steering Ratio | Variable progressive; Range: 12.9:1 (on center) to 11.07:1 |
| Turning Diameter, Curb-to-Curb (ft) | 39.7 ft. |
| Front Wheels | 19×8.5J Forged Aluminum |
| Front Tires | 245/35ZR19 93Y high-performance summer tires; optional ultimate handling performance tires |
| Rear Wheels | 20x11J Forged Aluminum |
| Rear Tires | 305/30ZR20 103Y high-performance summer tires; optional ultimate handling performance tires |
| Spare Tire | Tire Repair Kit |
| Fuel Tank Layout | Twin fuel tanks mounted between the engine and IPU |
| EXTERIOR DIMENSIONS | |
| Wheelbase | 103.5 in. (2,630 mm) |
| Length | 176 in. (4,470 mm) |
| Height | 47.8 in. (1,215 mm) |
| Width | 87.3 in (2,217 mm) (includes mirrors) |
| Track (front/rear) | 65.2 in. / 63.7 in. (1,655 mm/1,618 mm) |
| Ground Clearance (unladen) | 3.7 in. |
| Approach/Departure Angles | 9.2° / 12.9° |
| CAPACITIES & WEIGHTS | |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 15.6 gal |
| Curb Weight | 3,803 lbs. |
| Weight Distribution (front / rear) | 42% / 58% |
| INTERIOR DIMENSIONS | |
| Seating Capacity | 2 |
| Headroom | 38.3 in. (973 mm) |
| Legroom | 42.8 in. (1,087 mm) |
| Shoulder Room | 57.6 in. (1,463) |
| Hip Room | 54.5 in. (1,384) |
| Cargo Volume (behind rear engine compartment) | 4.4 ft3 (0.12 m3) |
| Passenger Volume | 44.0 ft3 (1.25 m3) |
| EPA MILEAGE RATINGS / FUEL | |
| EPA Fuel Economy Ratings | 21 mpg city / 22 mpg highway / 21 combined |
| Fuel Type | Premium unleaded (93 octane recommended; 91 required) |
| CARB Emission Rating | ULEV 125 |
| ACTIVE SAFETY FEATURES | |
| Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®) with Traction Control7 | |
| Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) | |
| Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) | |
| Brake Assist | |
| Multi-Angle Rearview Camera with Dynamic Guidelines | |
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) with Location and Pressure Indicators | |
| LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) |
| PASSIVE SAFETY FEATURES | |
| Single-Stage Driver, Dual-Stage Passenger, Multiple-Threshold Front Airbags (SRS) | |
| Driver Knee Airbag | |
| Front Side Airbags | |
| One-Row Side Curtain Airbags with Rollover Sensor | |
| 3-Point Seat Belts with Automatic Tensioning System | |
| Upper Tether for Child Seat on Passenger-Side | |
| Driver’s and Passenger’s Seat-Belt Reminder |
| DRIVER ASSISTIVE FEATURES | |
| Cruise Control | |
| Corner and Backup Sensors | Available as part of Technology Package |
| EXTERIOR FEATURES | |
| Flush-mounted automatic power pop-out door handles | Auto pop out upon approach with keyless entry fob |
| Capless Fuel Filler | |
| Radio Antenna | Integrated front windshield type |
| Acoustic Windshield | |
| Acoustic Glass Rear Cabin Window | |
| LED Brake Lights | |
| Variable Intermittent Wipers | |
| Remote keyless Smart Entry system | |
| Side Mirrors | Body-colored power heated with reverse auto tilt-down and integrated LED turn indicators; Optional memory feature |
| Security System | |
| Headlamps | Acura Jewel Eye™ LED type with Auto-On/Off |
| Body Panels | Composite |
| Roof Panel | Aluminum or optional exposed-weave carbon fiber |
| INTERIOR & COMFORT / CONVENIENCE | |
| Beverage Holder | Two-cup holder unit that slides into a slot in the center console on the passenger side |
| Automatic Air Conditioning with an air filtration system | |
| Push Button Start | |
| Active Sound Control (ASC) | |
| Power Windows with Auto-Up/Down | |
| Power Door Locks | |
| Cruise Control | |
| Tilt and Telescopic Steering Column (manual) | |
| Center Console Storage | Multi-functional storage system |
| Lockable Glove Compartment | |
| 12-Volt Power Outlet | |
| Power Remote Fuel Filler Door Release | |
| Rear Engine Compartment Window Defroster w/ Timer | |
| Cargo Area Light | |
| Cargo Area Tie-Down Anchors (4 Total) | Optional accessory cargo net |
| Illuminated Steering Wheel-Mounted Controls | Cruise / Audio / Phone / Display Audio / MID info |
| Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control System with Humidity Control and Air Filtration | |
| HomeLink® Remote System | |
| Frameless Automatic-Dimming Rearview Mirror | |
| Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | Available carbon fiber trim |
| LED Interior Ambient Lighting | |
| Leather-Trimmed Instrument Panel | |
| Leather-Trimmed Door Panels | |
| Alcantara Roof Lining |
| SEATING | |
| Seats | Perforated leather and Alcantara-trimmed with manual adjusters; Optional 4-way power adjusters with 4-way power lumbar and 2-position memory |
| Seat Leather | Milano leather standard; Semi-aniline leather option |
| Heated Seats | Available with power seats |
| AUDIO & CONNECTIVITY | |
| 7-Inch Display Audio with High-Resolution WVGA (800×480) Electrostatic Touch-Screen and Customizable Feature Settings | |
| Audio System | Standard Audio system: 8 speakers, including subwoofer Optional ELS Studio Premium Audio system: 9 speakers, including subwoofer |
| Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® | |
| Bluetooth® Streaming Audio | |
| MP3/Auxiliary Input Jack | MP3/Auxiliary Input Jack |
| USB Audio Interface | 2USB ports in the car (In glove box) 1.0 amp charge capability & USB connection without Apple CarPlay & Android Auto connectivity (In console box) 1.5 amp charge capability & USB connection with CarPlay & Android Auto connectivity |
| AcuraLink® Next Generation | |
| SMS Text Message Function | |
| SiriusXM® Radio | Option |
| Pandora® Compatibility | |
| Acura Satellite-Linked Navigation System™ with Voice Recognition and Honda HD Digital Traffic | |
| HD Radio™ | |
| Siri Eyes Free | |
| Android Auto® | |
| Apple CarPlay® |
| INSTRUMENTATION | |
| Digital Speedometer | TFT Screen |
| Tachometer | TFT Screen |
| Coolant Temperature Indicator | Analog gauge |
| Fuel Level Indicator | Analog gauge |
| DYNAMIC TFT GAUGE CLUSTER | |
| 4.2-Inch Color TFT Screen | 8-Inch Color TFT Screen |
| Integrated Dynamics System-linked Dynamic Meters | Meter Graphics Color change: Quiet-Blue; Sport-White; Sport+ and Track-Red |
| Average Fuel Economy Indicator | |
| Gear Position Indicator | |
| Instant Fuel Economy Indicator | |
| Miles-to-Empty Indicator | |
| Odometer and Trip Meters (2) | |
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) with Tire Fill Assist and Location and Pressure Indicators | |
| Exterior Temperature Indicator | |
| Compass | |
| Turn-By-Turn Directions |
| COLORS | |
| EXTERIOR | |
| Valencia Red Pearl | |
| Nouvelle Blue Pearl | |
| Casino White Pearl | |
| Source Silver Metallic | |
| Nord Gray Metallic | |
| Curva Red | |
| 130R White | |
| Berlina Black | |
| INTERIOR | |
| Ebony | All interior colors are available with all exterior colors |
| Saddle | |
| Red | |
| Orchid | |
| FACTORY OPTIONS | |
| Carbon Fiber Exterior Sport Package | Carbon fiber front spoiler, side sills, rear diffuser; Dark chrome exhaust finisher |
| Carbon Fiber Engine Cover | |
| Carbon Fiber Roof | |
| Carbon Ceramic Brake Rotors | Includes choice of black, red or silver brake calipers |
| Carbon Fiber Rear Spoiler | |
| Exclusive Interwoven Aluminum Alloy Wheels | Choice of machined, painted or polished finish |
| Technology Package – ELS Studio Audio System | Includes 9 speakers, Navigation, AcuraLink, front and rear parking sensors |
| Technology Package – ELS Studio Audio with XM Satellite Radio | Same as above and adds XM Satellite radio |
| Interior Carbon Fiber Sport Package | Includes carbon fiber meter visor and steering wheel garnish, aluminum footrest, and sport pedals |
| Alcantara Headliner | Black |
