Acura NSX

19912005 · 28 configurations

Lowest
18
Average
18
Best
19

The Acura NSX has been tested by the EPA across 28 different configurations spanning model years 1991 through 2005. Over this period, the NSX has achieved combined fuel economy ratings ranging from 18 MPG to 19 MPG, with an overall average of 18 MPG across all engine, transmission, and drivetrain combinations. Below you will find a comprehensive breakdown of every tested configuration, organized by model year. Click any row to view detailed specifications, emissions data, and annual fuel cost estimates for that specific vehicle.

All Configurations

Year Powertrain Annual Cost City Hwy Comb MPGCompare
2005
3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S4)Premium
$3,850162218MPG
2005
3.2L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$3,850162218MPG
2004
3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S4)Premium
$3,850162218MPG
2004
3.2L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$3,850162218MPG
2003
3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S4)Premium
$3,850152218MPG
2003
3.2L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$3,850152218MPG
2002
3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S4)Premium
$3,850152218MPG
2002
3.2L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$3,850152218MPG
2001
3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic (S4)Premium
$3,850152218MPG
2001
3.2L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$3,850152218MPG
2000
3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$3,850152218MPG
2000
3.2L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$3,850152218MPG
1999
3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$3,850162218MPG
1999
3.2L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$3,850162218MPG
1998
3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$3,850162218MPG
1998
3.2L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 6-spdPremium
$3,850162218MPG
1996
3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$3,850162218MPG
1996
3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$3,850162218MPG
1995
3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$3,850162218MPG
1995
3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$3,850162218MPG
1994
3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$3,850162218MPG
1994
3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$3,650172219MPG
1993
3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$3,850162218MPG
1993
3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$3,650172219MPG
1992
3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$3,650162219MPG
1992
3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$3,650172219MPG
1991
3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Automatic 4-spdPremium
$3,850162218MPG
1991
3L 6-cyl Rear-Wheel Drive
Manual 5-spdPremium
$3,850162218MPG

Historical Efficiency

2005
18
2004
18
2003
18
2002
18
2001
18
2000
18
1999
18
1998
18
1996
18
1995
18
1994
19
1993
19
1992
19
1991
18

Safety Rating History

NHTSA typically tests the base platform of a vehicle and does not test every specific trim level. This specific configuration (NSX) has not been independently rated.

Complaint & Incident History

The data below represents all official consumer complaints reported to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) for the Acura NSX. Click on any year to drill down and read the unedited, raw problem narratives submitted directly by vehicle owners.

Fatal Crash History (FARS)

The Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) is a nationwide census providing NHTSA, Congress and the American public yearly data regarding fatal injuries suffered in motor vehicle traffic crashes. The data below represents historical totals for the Acura Acura NSX (For 1991-2005 only. For 2016 on see model 043.) grouping as reported by the NHTSA.

Total Fatal Crashes
2
Total Deaths
1

Incident Risk Profile

Rollover Rate
0.0%
Fire Occurrence
0.0%
Speeding Involved
0.0%
DUI Involved
50.0%
Primary Impact Zone

Breakdown of the initial point of impact across all fatal collisions involving this model.

0%
Front
0%
Side
100%
Rear

Year-by-Year Trend & Severity

2019
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
1
Deaths/Crash
1.00
2014
Fatal Crashes1
Fatalities
0
Deaths/Crash
0.00

Platform Recall Intelligence

Most Recalled Components

Tip: Click any component bar to view detailed recall narratives.

Historical Severity Timeline

1991
1
Critical
Moderate
Advisory