Honda NSX NA2
Aluminum, mid-engine, Senna-tuned. Japan's supercar.
8 reviewers · 11 videos · 4 press articles
Reviewers strongly agree on its performance and handling.
across 8 reviewers
Performance
4.0/58 of 8 reviewersconsensus“290 horsepower... but they've made it lighter... weight is everything”
positive · Throttle House · ▶ 3:43“The 3.2 liter that is in this NSX is actually the more upgraded engine... it sounds so good and it's right there.”
positive · ShootingCars · ▶ 0:48“this car is way down on power from the other two... it's not like this is getting left behind but it doesn't have the shove of the other two cars”
positive · EverydayDriver · ▶ 15:53Handling
4.5/58 of 8 reviewersstrong consensus“the feedback through this it writes the storybook of what you're doing with the car as you drive it”
positive · Throttle House · ▶ 5:10“this car drives like an absolute dream even after 130 000 miles it is still tremendously stable through corners this chassis was just perfect”
positive · Doug DeMuro · ▶ 20:10“the rotation here is subconscious there's nothing that you feel the car is lurching or throwing weight around”
positive · EverydayDriver · ▶ 7:02Fun to drive
5.0/58 of 8 reviewersstrong consensus“this is the gearbox that I wish everyone could try... you're going to go oh oh that's what it can be”
positive · EverydayDriver · ▶ 18:21“I feel total control. It has poise it has grace”
positive · Throttle House · ▶ 6:18“it is so perfectly balanced fantastic wonderful amazing analog performance car”
positive · Doug DeMuro · ▶ 22:37Daily drivability
4.0/58 of 8 reviewersconsensus“you could totally mistake it for like an accord absolutely”
positive · Zygrene · ▶ 8:39“I have an enormous amount of confidence driving this car even at this mileage level because it's a Honda it's that was what they were going for a super car that you could actually use”
positive · Doug DeMuro · ▶ 18:43“Driving this car it's really easy to drive like a normal car... it's just another Honda at this point.”
positive · ShootingCars · ▶ 3:42Value
4.0/58 of 8 reviewersstrong consensus“It's the most reliable car, very It's the best of everything. Like you get luxury, you get performance, you get even like the value. There's a lot of car for the value.”
positive · Cars & Conversation · ▶ 4:31“If you can find a good clean NSX I would definitely grab it and if you have one I would definitely hold on to it.”
positive · ShootingCars · ▶ 11:58“The NSX remains something of an original exotic car bargain... the 2002 price still sits well below six digits at $89,765.”
positive · MotorWeek · ▶ 8:10Hear it in the reviewer’s words
- The Drive
Driving a 1991 Acura NSX Made Me Cry
◆Worth itThe 1991 Acura NSX is a masterclass in purposeful engineering that remains deeply emotional and capable of delivering a world-class driving experience.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts seeking a reliable, analog, and highly engaging sports car that can be driven daily.
- Watch out
- Suspension may feel soft to some · Vintage electronics (though functional)
Quotes worth your time - Car and Driver
1997 Acura NSX-T Test: A Six-Speed and More Power Make Wishes Come True
◆Worth itThe 1997 NSX-T is a near-perfect evolution of the platform, though its rising price tag makes it a significant investment.
- Best for
- Enthusiasts seeking a reliable, daily-drivable exotic.
- Watch out
- High price point · Occasional roof squeaks · Mechanical shifter feel when cold
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