DecodedCars2017 Acura NSX
Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2017 models.
- Class
- Two Seaters
- Body styles
- NSX
- Engines
- 3.5L 6-cyl turbo
- Horsepower
- 500 hp
- Transmission
- 9-speed dual-clutch
- Drivetrain
- All-Wheel Drive
- Seats
- 2–5
- Fuel
- Hybrid
- MPG (best)
- 21 combined · 21 city / 22 hwy
- Length
- 176 in
- Curb weight
- 3,803 lb
- NHTSA rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 3 campaigns
Pros & cons
What's good
- Hybrid version availableOffered as a hybrid as well as gas.
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 5 similar 2017 models — not a review. How we calculate this →
Overview
The 2017 Acura NSX is a two seaters offered with a 3.5L 6-cyl turbo engine, including a hybrid version and all-wheel drive.
It measures about 176 inches long and 76 inches wide on a 104-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,803 lb.
EPA rates its most efficient version at 21 MPG combined (21 city / 22 highway), 3% better than the 2017 two seaters average of 20.3 MPG, for an estimated $3,900 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 3 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the service brakes.
What changed for 2017
- New body dimensions: 2.0 in longer, wheelbase +3.5 in — most likely a redesign or new generation
- New hybrid version
- Engine added: 3.5L 6-cyl turbo
- Engines dropped: 3.0L 6-cyl and 3.2L 6-cyl
- All-wheel or four-wheel drive now available
- Best combined MPG up from 18 to 21
Compared with 2005; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2005 NSX →
Trims, performance & features
Trims
Safety & driver-assist features
Built in: Marysville, Ohio · Belvidere, Illinois
NHTSA vPIC, as reported by the manufacturer for 2 2017 NSX configurations; may not list every trim. How we calculate this →
Dimensions & weight
| Body | Length | Width | Height | Wheelbase | Track F / R | Curb weight | Weight F/R |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NSX | 176 in | 76.4 in | 48 in | 103.5 in | 65.4 / 63.8 in | 3,803 lb | 42/58 |
Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.
Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →Engines, MPG & running costs
| Version | Engine | Transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | vs. class | Fuel / yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NSX Hybrid Hybrid | 3.5L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (AM-S9) | All-Wheel Drive | 21 / 22 / 21 | +3% | $3,900 | 420 |
EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2017 EPA class average. How we calculate this →
Safety ratings & technology
NHTSA has not published 5-Star ratings for the 2017 Acura NSX.
Similar 2017 two seaterss
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Acura NSX (this car) | 21 MPG | Not rated | 3 |
| 2017 Porsche 911 | 25 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2017 Mercedes-Benz AMG GT | 18 MPG | Not rated | 5 |
| 2017 Jaguar F-Type | 23 MPG | Not rated | 2 |
| 2017 Porsche Boxster | 25 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2017 Porsche Cayman | 25 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Recalls (3)
Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump · Dec 18, 2023
NHTSA campaign 23V858000 · 2,490,460 vehicles
- Problem
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
- Risk
- Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.
Exterior Lighting › Brake Lights · Sep 7, 2018
NHTSA campaign 18V599000 · 793 vehicles
- Problem
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017 Acura NSX vehicles. Road vibrations may cause the metal screws that secure the printed circuit board for the high mounted center brake light to loosen and contact the circuitry, possibly resulting in the brake light fuse blowing and the brake lights not functioning. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Risk
- Brake lights that do not work increase the risk of a crash.
- Fix
- Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the center high mount brake light, free of charge. The recall began November 2, 2018. Owners may contact Acura Client Relations at 1-844-682-2872. Honda's number for this recall is B2B.
Fuel System, Gasoline › Storage › Tank Assembly · Sep 7, 2018
NHTSA campaign 18V600000 · 967 vehicles
- Problem
- Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Acura NSX vehicles. The crossover pipe couplers between the left and right fuel tanks may leak.
- Risk
- A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
- Fix
- Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left and right fuel tanks, free of charge. The recall began February 12, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are U29, and Z28.
Not every 2017 Acura NSX is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.
Owner-reported problems
Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.
Used 2017 Acura NSX buyer's checklist
- Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 3 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
- Service Brakes — 2 owner reports. Brake firmly from speed; check for pulling, pulsing pedal or ABS warning light.
- Fuel/Propulsion System — 2 owner reports. Smell for fuel around the car and in the cabin, check that it starts easily when warm, and look at the oil dipstick for a fuel smell or rising level.
- Electrical System — 1 owner reports. Test every window, lock, light, screen and USB port; check the battery age.
- Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 6,000 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
- Hybrid system. Check for hybrid-system warning lights and ask whether the high-voltage battery has been replaced or is still under warranty.
- Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.
Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2017 Acura NSX. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.
Other NSX years
Compare all years →Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Acura. How we calculate this →