With all the hype surrounding the Civic Type R, don’t be surprised if Honda unleashes an Acura NSX Type R too.
The production 2016 NSX made its debut at this year’s Detroit Auto Show and Acura confirmed it will have over 550 hp, though exact specifications haven’t been revealed.
Now, rumor has it that the company is working on a hotter NSX Type R that will have at least 600 hp and will arrive showrooms by 2018. The new NSX is powered by a 3.5-liter twin-turbo V6 and incorporates a unique hybrid system and a nine-speed dual-clutch transmission. An electric motor is located at the rear of the vehicle, while two independently-operating electric motors are positioned at each side in the front.
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Along with extra performance from its engine, expect the NSX Type R to go on a diet thanks to carbon fiber aero parts, helping bring the total weight down to around 3,415 lbs. Combined with its suspension and brake upgrades, the NSX Type R will compete with some of the world’s finest exotics from the Audi R8 to the Ferrari 488 GTB.
[Source: Motoring]
