All Honda modelsHonda NSX: generations and engines
The Honda NSX has been built since 1990 in 3 generations, with 7 engine versions in our catalog (coupe). Pick a generation to see its engines, horsepower and fuel economy.
EnlargeProduction years1990–present
Generations3
Engine versions7
Power256–581 hp
Body stylesCoupe
FuelGasoline
Timeline
Honda NSX generations
- 1990–2002
Honda NSX I Coupe
Engines below - 2002–2005
Honda NSX I Coupe (facelift 2002)
Engines below - 2016–present
Specs
Honda NSX engines
The manufacturer's figures for each engine version: horsepower, torque, 0–62 mph, top speed and combined fuel economy.
Honda NSX I Coupe1990–2002 · 4 engine versions
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0 24V Vtec (NA1) (256 hp) Automatic | 1990–1997 | Gasoline | 256 hp (188 kW) | 209 lb-ft (284 Nm) | 7.5 s | 162 mph (260 km/h) | |
| 3.0 24V Vtec (NA1) (274 hp) | 1990–1997 | Gasoline | 274 hp (202 kW) | 209 lb-ft (284 Nm) | 5.9 s | 168 mph (270 km/h) | |
| 3.2 24V Vtec (280 hp) | 1997–2002 | Gasoline | 280 hp (206 kW) | 220 lb-ft (298 Nm) | 5.9 s | 168 mph (270 km/h) | |
| 3.2 24V Vtec (NA2) (280 hp) | 1997–2002 | Gasoline | 280 hp (206 kW) | 220 lb-ft (298 Nm) | 5.7 s | 170 mph (274 km/h) |
Honda NSX I Coupe (facelift 2002)2002–2005 · 2 engine versions
| Engine | Years | Fuel | Power | Torque | 0–62 mph | Top speed | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3.0 V6 (256 hp) F-matic | 2002–2005 | Gasoline | 256 hp (188 kW) | 209 lb-ft (284 Nm) | 7.5 s | 162 mph (261 km/h) | |
| 3.2 V6 (280 hp) | 2002–2005 | Gasoline | 280 hp (206 kW) | 220 lb-ft (298 Nm) | 5.7 s | 170 mph (274 km/h) |
Before you buy
Check a used Honda NSX
- Real mileage – service and inspection readings show if the odometer was rolled back.
- Accidents and title brands – damage records, salvage, flood or rebuilt titles.
- Old photos – how the car looked in earlier listings.
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