Honda NSX first generation

Honda NSX first generation
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The Honda NSX first generation (1990–2005): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 5 versions in the United Kingdom.

Model codes: NA1, NA2 · Sold in: United Kingdom

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationWikipedia
Dimensions
Length4,405–4,425 mm
Width1,810 mm
Height1,160–1,170 mm
Wheelbase2,530 mm
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,230–1,435 kg

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Wikipedia. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age

Age at testPass rateUK averageTests
13 years and older95.2% (93.5–96.5)69.2%775

What the MOT finds

AreaThis modelUK average, same ages
Tyres7.2%31.2%
Brakes4.9%36.4%
Suspension4.8%41.6%
Lights and electrics4.3%28.8%
Noise, emissions and leaks3.6%17.1%
Steering2.7%7.7%

First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)

All 5 versions of the Honda NSX first generation

United Kingdom 5 versions

New cars on sale in the UK, from the Vehicle Certification Agency. NEDC figures until 2018 and WLTP figures after; years are the editions a version appeared in.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2003–20043.0i Coupé · 3.0i Targe (Open Top)3.0 LPetrol4-speed automatic12.3 L/100 km NEDC287 g/km
2001–2004Coupé · Targe (Open Top) · 3.2i Coupé and 1 more trim3.2 LPetrol6-speed manual12.4 L/100 km NEDC291 g/km
2001–2002Coupé · Targe (Open Top) · 3.0i Coupé and 1 more trim2.2 LPetrol4-speed automatic12.3 L/100 km NEDC287 g/km
2000Coupé · Targe (Open Top)2.2 LPetrol4-speed automatic11.8 L/100 km NEDC281 g/km
2000Coupé · Targe (Open Top)3.2 LPetrol6-speed manual11.9 L/100 km NEDC285 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.