Honda NSX NC1
A high-tech hybrid rebirth of a legend, blending V6 turbo power with instant electric torque.
- Power
- 573 bhp
- 0–60 mph
- 3.0 s
- Top speed
- 191 mph
- Est. value
- $120k–$155k
About the Honda NSX NC1
The second-generation NSX (NC1) arrived over a decade after the original, trading mechanical simplicity for a complex 'Sport Hybrid SH-AWD' powertrain. Developed primarily in the US and hand-built in Ohio, it features a bespoke 75-degree twin-turbo V6 and three electric motors that provide torque vectoring and immediate response. While it lacks the raw analog feel of its predecessor, it offers immense daily usability and sophisticated handling that rivals contemporary European supercars. Production was relatively low, ending in 2022 with the limited Type S, making early examples a unique entry point into hybrid performance.
Honda NSX NC1 specs
The Honda NSX NC1 produces 573 bhp (427 kW) and 645 Nm (476 lb-ft) of torque. It reaches 60 mph in 3.0 seconds and has a top speed of 191 mph (308 km/h).
| Make | Honda |
|---|---|
| Model | NSX |
| Generation | NC1 |
| Trim | NSX |
| Years | 2016–2021 |
| Type | Supercar |
| Body style | Coupé |
| Country | Japan |
| Production | About 2,908 built |
| Original price | About $156,000 when new |
| Engine | 3.5-litre twin-turbocharged V6 with three electric motors |
|---|---|
| Displacement | 3,493 cc (3.5 litres) |
| Induction | Twin-turbocharged |
| Power | 573 bhp (427 kW) at 6,500 rpm |
| Torque | 645 Nm (476 lb-ft) |
| Redline | 7,500 rpm |
| 0–60 mph | 3.0 s |
| Top speed | 191 mph (308 km/h) |
| Transmission | 9-speed dual-clutch |
| Drivetrain | All-wheel drive |
| Weight | 1,776 kg (3,915 lb) |
| Power-to-weight | 323 bhp per tonne |
Typical figures for the standard car; options, markets and model years vary. Where our specs come from
How much is a Honda NSX NC1 worth?
A typical Honda NSX NC1 is estimated to be worth $120,000 – $155,000 (about £89,000 – £116,000).
Its original price when new was about $156,000.
Values are directional estimates for a typical example, not appraisals. Condition, mileage, history and specification all change what a real car is worth. Pound figures use the exchange rate of 3 November 2026. How values are estimated
Honda NSX NC1 rarity in CarSpot
The Honda NSX NC1 is an Epic card in CarSpot, with a rarity score of 66 out of 100. Supercars and serious performance cars, typically worth around £100,000 to £250,000. An Epic card is worth 80 XP.
Each model's tier starts from a 0–100 score based on its value plus its power or production numbers. Once enough players have spotted a model, how often it is spotted can move it up or down one tier. How CarSpot rarity works
Rarity is a collectible game mechanic, not an assessment of real-world scarcity or value.
Honda NSX NC1 fun facts
- The NC1 NSX was the first supercar to be designed by a woman, Michelle Christensen, who led the exterior design team.
- It features a 'Quiet Mode' that allows the car to operate on electric power alone at low speeds, a rarity for mid-engined supercars of its era.
- The first production unit, VIN #001, was auctioned for $1.2 million for charity before regular deliveries even began.
