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New 2017 Acura NSX Photos, Technical Details Released

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2017 Acura NSX

No, we still don’t know when the long-awaited and oft-delayed 2017 Acura NSX will finally go on sale. But we’re (presumably) getting closer each day, and today’s release of new photos and technical details regarding the hybrid supercar is another step in the right direction.

You can read the full specifications below, but the big takeaway is the key performance details: the second-gen NSX model’s Sport Hybrid SH-AWD Power Unit will have a total output of 573 horsepower, and a blistering top speed of 191 mph. The car’s curb weight of 3,803 pounds gives it a power to weight ratio that’s comparable to that of the Porsche 911 GT3 and the Jaguar F Type R.

Also, it looks real pretty:

2017 Acura NSX

2017 Acura NSX

2017 Acura NSX

2017 Acura NSX

2017 Acura NSX

Here are the full 2017 Acura NSX technical details that Honda released today:

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
Approx. Top Speed 191 mph
ENGINE
Type Twin-turbocharged DOHC V6
Layout  Longitudinally mid-mounted
Displacement 3493 cc
Horsepower – SAE Net 500 hp @ 6500-7500 rpm
Torque 406 lb.-ft. @ 2000-6000 rpm
Maximum Engine Speed 7500 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 Angle 30 degrees (include angle)
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
Throttle Control Drive-by-Wire throttle system
Fuel Requirement Premium unleaded
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 vane
Maximum Boost Pressure 105 kPa (1.05 bar)
Turbine Construction Inconel
Wastegate Control Electrical
Recirculation Valves Air bypass type
Intercooler Dimensions Width 232.2 mm; Height 382 mm; Thickness 64 mm
REAR DIRECT DRIVE MOTOR
Type Water-cooled motor/generator
Layout Direct drive situated between engine & transmission; Crankshaft output shaft-attached permanent magnet rotor & in-engine body- copper windings
Horsepower @ rpm 47 @ 3000
Torque @ rpm) 109 lb.-ft. @ 500-2000
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 Twin traction motor/generator
Layout Independent, twin motors packaged back-to-back with a single clutch, gear-linked system
Horsepower @ rpm 36 + 36  @ 4000
Torque @ rpm 54 +54 lb.-ft. @ 0-2000
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 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 (1500 Mpa); World’s first application
Floor Panel Carbon fiber core
Front Suspension Type Double-wishbone, double lower control arm; aluminum
Front Dampers Active Gen III magnetorheological coilovers
Front Stabilizer Bar Hollow steel, 1.04 in. diameter x 0.13 in. wall thickness
Rear Supension Type Multi-link; aluminum
Rear Dampers Active Gen III magnetorheological coilovers
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 SOT
Rear Wheels 20x11J Forged Aluminum
Rear Tires 305/30ZR20 103Y SOT
Spare Tire Tire Repair Kit
Fuel Tank Layout Twin fuel tanks mounted between the engine and IPU
EXTERIOR DIMENSIONS
Wheelbase 103.5 in.
Length 176 in.
Height 47.8 in.
Width 87.3 in
Track (front/rear) 65.2 in. / 63.7 in.
Ground Clearance (unladen) 3.7 in.
Approach/Departure Angles 9.2° / 12.9°
CAPACITIES & WEIGHTS
Fuel Tank Capacity 15.6 gal
Curb Weight (without options) 3,803 lbs.
Weight Distribution (front / rear without options) 42% / 58%
INTERIOR DIMENSIONS
Seating Capacity 2
Headroom 38.3 in.
Legroom 42.8 in.
Shoulder Room 57.6 in.
Hip Room 54.5 in.
Cargo Volume (behind rear engine compartment) 3.9 ft3
Passenger Volume 44.0 ft3
EPA MILEAGE RATINGS / FUEL
Fuel Economy Ratings TBD
Fuel Type Premium
ACTIVE SAFETY FEATURES
Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®) with Traction Control
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)
SmartVent® 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
Auto High-Beam Headlights
Corner and Backup Sensors
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 passenger side
Automatic Air Conditioning with air filtration system
Push Button Start
Active Noise Control™ (ANC)
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
Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control System with Humidity Control and Air Filtration
HomeLink® Remote System
Frameles 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
Seat Leather Milano leather standard; Semi-aniline leather option
Heated 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 car
(In glove box) 1.0Amp charge capability & USB connection without Carplay & Android auto connectivity
(In console box) 1.5Amp charge capavility & 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
HDMI Interface In rear console
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 GUAGE 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
Customizable Feature Settings
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
Seacoast
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 foot rest and sport pedals
Alcantara Headliner Black