2020 Acura NSX Review

Name: 2020 Acura NSX
Brand: Acura
Price: 60453 USD

Price Estimate: $60,453 - $76,906

Average

7.5

out of 10

edmunds TESTED

Clever is a word that comes up repeatedly in talk about the 2020 NSX. Its electric motors can be used for creeping through city traffic like an EV or, when combined with the midmounted twin-turbo V6, blitzing a favorite back road with exceptional levels of speed and confidence. But not everything in the NSX is so clever. Interior storage is paltry, even by supercar standards, and the downmarket infotainment system is nearly inexcusable.

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Appraise My 2020 Acura NSX

Pros

Accessible handling for both novice and experienced drivers
Comfortable ride and great visibility
Hybrid drivetrain provides strong acceleration and good fuel economy

Cons

Doesn't evoke much emotion
Cramped, hot cargo area
Paltry in-cabin storage
Infotainment system is clunky and outdated

What's new

The NSX carries over mostly unchanged for 2020
Indy Yellow Pearl paint is now an available color
Part of the second NSX generation introduced for 2017

Overview

Written by automotive expert Mark Takahashi

Updated: 10/1/2019

Technology can be both a blessing and a curse, which is evident in regards to the 2020 Acura NSX. On the one hand, it relies heavily on technology, seamlessly blending a gasoline-powered V6 with three electric motors. On the other hand, technology can be a crutch and reduce the driver's engagement and enjoyment. The NSX is undeniably easy to drive fast, but it doesn't stir the soul the way other sports cars do.

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2020 Acura NSX
Base Coupe
$159,990
- 12,345 miles
- 6cyl automated manual
- 469 mi away
- AWD/4WD
- Back-up camera
- Bluetooth
- Navigation
- Keyless Entry/Start
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21 Combined MPG (21 City/22 Highway)
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2020 Acura NSX
Base Coupe
$143,999
- 25,154 miles
- 6cyl automated manual
- 1,941 mi away
- AWD/4WD
- Back-up camera
- Bluetooth
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At the same time, the Acura NSX is as expensive as other exotic coupes, but the impression behind the wheel doesn't back that up. One reason: the use of components from supporting Honda and Acura models. An exotic sports car costing $200,000 shouldn't have the same touchscreen as a Honda Civic, nor should it share parts with commonplace SUVs. We expect better and so should you.

To its credit, the 2020 Acura NSX isn't as common as some of its rivals, giving it more of a sense of rarity and turning more heads. Like most drivers who may be considering an exotic coupe, we're drawn to the raw excitement and challenge that comes from taming a fire-breathing beast. The NSX is properly fast, but you'll have a more rewarding experience with one of its rivals.

Edmunds Expert Rating

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Average

7.5

out of 10

We drove the 2020 Acura NSX on our test track and on real roads. Our Edmunds team conducts rigorous independent vehicle testing, driving 500,000 miles a year.

Performance

8.5/10

How does the NSX drive? The breadth of performance capability in the NSX is nothing short of astounding. Acceleration is impressive, with the NSX reaching 60 mph in only 3.1 seconds. And braking from that speed requires only 100 feet, and that's with standard tires and not the optional sticky track specials. Handling is also praiseworthy and has improved since the car's introduction in 2017, feeling more natural and trustworthy than ever.

Acura shot for the moon with the flexibility of the NSX and it shows. Stop-and-go traffic can be handled largely under electric power, cities can be traversed smoothly and quickly, and back roads and racetracks can be tamed with unbelievable efficiency. This might be the NSX's strongest feature, and it's a differentiator in the class.

Comfort

8/10

How comfortable is the NSX? The NSX strikes a rare balance between performance and long-distance comfort. The seatbacks are grippy, comfortable and supportive, but the seat cushions are a bit short on length and adjustability. The two suspension settings handle both road irregularities and cornering forces with aplomb.

The climate controls, oddly, are split between physical and touchscreen buttons. The air vents are too small, lack articulation and look like they're from older Acuras. Even though cabin cooling and heating are adequate, the system is largely disappointing in a car at this price. The quiet cabin is somewhat spoiled by the piped-in intake noise, which can be too loud at times and lacks the crucial authenticity of an exotic car.

Interior

8/10

How’s the interior? The many off-the-shelf Honda/Acura controls give the NSX a downmarket look. That's especially true of the touchscreen, which can be found in a Honda Civic. The NSX also inherits most of the step-heavy processes found in other Acuras. Menus abound behind touchscreen buttons, and the transmission selector buttons seem unduly fussy and take up too much precious interior space.

There's adequate headroom and shoulder room for most drivers, though taller drivers might run out of legroom before anything else. The center tunnel serves as a nice brace for spirited driving, and the airy cabin doesn't feel claustrophobic. Forward visibility is excellent, but the rearview mirror is mounted a bit low and can block upward visibility.

Technology

6/10

How’s the tech? Acura has made steps to improve the NSX's lackluster infotainment, but what amounts to a head unit from a $25,000 compact car is unacceptable in a supercar. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration takes the sting out of that fact somewhat, but even the excellent, and now standard, ELS audio system cannot rescue the Honda parts-bin interface.

The cabin noise in the more aggressive driving modes made it difficult for the voice controls to work effectively. In quieter modes, they took multiple steps to complete a simple process. Along with the multimodal stability assistance and traction control, and the ability to fully disable them, the NSX includes a standard array of driver-assist features. Radar-guided cruise control, though, is not one of them.

Storage

6/10

How’s the storage? It might seem unfair to expect a supercar to have much, if any, real cargo capacity, but most of Acura's competitors offer enough cargo room and small-item storage for a weekend trip for two people. The NSX lacks any real interior storage, and the tiny 4.4-cubic-foot trunk is heavily compromised by its short height. Grocery bags will need to be filled only halfway to have any hope of fitting.

Only the most minimal of storage is available in the cabin. There's room for a phone, sunglasses, and maybe some breath mints, but not much more. You can't even put a jacket behind the seats. The cupholders are detachable but will either intrude on the passenger's space or take up most of the glove compartment.

Fuel Economy

8/10

How’s the fuel economy? Even if it is a supercar, the NSX is still a hybrid, and the EPA rates it at a better-than-class-average 21 mpg combined (21 city/22 highway). Over the course of our 115-mile evaluation loop, we saw a credible 20.5 mpg. We also duplicated that number across another full tank of fuel, proving that fairly good mileage is not out of reach with the NSX. Of course it's not as frugal as the plug-in hybrid BMW i8, but the NSX has twice the cylinders as well as an extra turbocharger.

Value

7/10

Is the NSX a good value? The $157,500 starting price undercuts competitors such as the Audi R8, McLaren 570S and Porsche 911 Turbo S. That brings a fair bit of performance and deeply interesting technology, but with all the option boxes checked, as most owners are apt to do, the price climbs to nearly $200K. And with the exception of the carbon-ceramic brakes, the options are strictly cosmetic, making that price even more eye-watering.

The NSX does offer strong four-year/50,000-mile bumper-to-bumper and six-year/70,000-mile powertrain warranties as well as a four-year/50,000-mile roadside assistance program. That the NSX lacks the near endless customization options offered by its competitors, though, could be a deal-breaker.

Wildcard

9/10

The technological wizardry imbues the driver with confidence in any situation. The NSX is an everyday supercar, from behaving quietly and efficiently in traffic to storming over a mountain road. For drivers fascinated by truly cutting-edge technology, the NSX will challenge and reward the curious and the brave.

It's safe to say that any car at this level can deliver a thrilling high-speed driving experience, but the NSX does so with great aplomb. That said, the NSX can also be perceived as less playful since it feels tuned overwhelmingly for safety except under very specific circumstances.

2020 Acura NSX trim level differences

The 2020 Acura NSX is available only as a two-seat, two-door coupe in a single performance specification. Power comes from a combination of a turbocharged 3.5-liter V6 engine and electric motors with 573 horsepower and 476 lb-ft of torque combined. Compare the 2020 Acura NSX trim levels in-depth.

Which NSX trim does Edmunds recommend?

The NSX is only offered in a single trim level, and options don't fundamentally change much. That's why we recommend going light on the add-ons. If you plan on a lot of high-performance or on-track driving, the pricey carbon-ceramic brakes and summer tires may be justified.

Cost to Drive

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$217/mo

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Reliability

The 2020 Acura NSX has a 4 years / 50,000 miles basic warranty and 1 recall. Below you’ll find our owner reviews.

Recalls

1 recall found

Checking if a car has a recall is simple. Just type the car's VIN number into the NHTSA website (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls). If there's an unrepaired recall, you'll see it there.

If a recall shows up, just call your local car dealer. They'll know about the recall and will work with the car maker to fix it for free (if the recall happened within 10 years of the car being first sold).

Recall Number:: 23V858000
Manufacturer Recall Number:: KGC, KGD
Number of vehicles affected:: 2490460
Defect Description:: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Defect Consequence:: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.

Warranty

4 years / 50,000 miles Basic Warranty

Basic Warranty: 4 years / 50,000 miles
Drivetrain Warranty: 6 years / 70,000 miles
Rust Warranty: 5 years / unlimited miles
Roadside assistance Warranty: 4 years / 50,000 miles

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The idea of a new Acura NSX was extremely appealing, but when the second generation arrived at our test track in 2017, we expected a little bit more than what it delivered. Since that test, Acura has improved many parts in the car and made suspension changes and recalibrated the drivetrain. How do these changes improve the driving experience?

2020 NSX Features & Specs

MSRP (New) Excludes Destination Fee	$157,500
Engine Type	Hybrid
Combined MPG	21 MPG
Cost to Drive	$279/month
Seating	2 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	4.4 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	all wheel drive
Warranty	4 years / 50,000 miles

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Safety

Our experts like the NSX models:

Vehicle Stability Assist: Influences the car's willingness to slide in varying degrees selectable by the driver.
Brake Assist: Supplies additional braking pressure during a panic stop.
Multi-Angle Rearview Camera: Provides three different views (rear, top and wide) of the car to aid reversing and parking.