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2022 Acura NSX: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
For 2022, every U.S.-market Acura NSX became a 600-hp Type S for the model’s final year. This was a major performance-focused update rather than a full redesign.
About the 2022 Acura NSX
2nd generation NSX (2017-2022), final year before Acura ended NSX production; every 2022 model is a Type S.
Acura positions the NSX as its peak performance car: a mid-engine hybrid supercar that blends serious speed with precision, all-wheel-drive grip, and more everyday usability than many exotic rivals. The big draw is not just outright power, but how the car delivers it — instant electric response, strong cornering balance, and a cockpit that still feels usable on normal roads. For most buyers, the NSX is the Acura take on a supercar you can actually live with.
The sole 2022 Type S is the sharper final evolution of the second-generation NSX, pairing a twin-turbo V6 with three electric motors and AWD. Its focus is performance, with a quick-shifting 9-speed automatic, large Brembo brakes, multiple drive modes, and carbon-fiber body pieces. Heated sport seats, navigation, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto add everyday comfort and convenience.
What changed, by category
Powertrain
The lineup moved to the Type S specification with 600 hp and 492 lb-ft. Revised turbochargers, greater usable battery output, and lower front-motor gearing improved response from the hybrid AWD system.
Styling
Acura revised the front and rear design, enlarged the cooling openings, and made the carbon-fiber roof, front spoiler, side sills, rear spoiler, and rear diffuser standard.
Tech
The 9-speed dual-clutch automatic received quicker shift programming and Rapid Downshift, which selects a lower gear more quickly. The drive modes were recalibrated.
Structural
The front and rear track were widened, while the chassis and suspension were retuned for sharper handling.
2022 Acura NSX specs and features by trim
| Feature | |
|---|---|
| Engine | V6, Hybrid, Twin Turbo, 3.5 Liter |
| Transmission | Automatic, 9-Spd w/Dual-Clutch |
| Drivetrain | AWD |
| Fuel Type | Hybrid |
| MPG City | 21 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 22 mpg |
| Horsepower | 600 hp |
| Torque | 443 lb-ft |
| Trunk/Cargo | 4.4 cu-ft |
| Seats | 2 |
| Doors | 2 |
| Alarm System | |
| Automatic High Beams | |
| Alloy Wheels | |
| LED Headlights | |
| Rear Spoiler | |
| Navigation System | |
| Premium Audio | |
| Smartphone Interface | |
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |
| Heated Front Seats | |
| Leather Seats | |
| Proximity Keyless Entry | |
| Push-Button Engine Start | |
Frequently asked questions
Is every 2022 Acura NSX a Type S?
Yes. Every 2022 Acura NSX sold in the U.S. is a Type S, replacing the previous SH-AWD trim as the sole version. U.S. production was limited to 300 cars.
How much power does the 2022 Acura NSX Type S make?
The 2022 Acura NSX Type S makes 600 hp and 492 lb-ft. Its twin-turbo V6, three electric motors, and AWD work together, with revised turbochargers, greater usable battery output, and new front-motor gearing for stronger response.
What changed from the 2021 NSX to the 2022 NSX?
The 2022 NSX switched to a Type S-only lineup with 600 hp, quicker transmission programming, wider front and rear track, retuned suspension, revised cooling and aerodynamics, and more standard carbon-fiber exterior parts. It was an extensive final-year update, not a new generation.
Is the 2022 Acura NSX the final model year?
Yes. The 2022 Type S is the final model year of the second-generation Acura NSX, and Acura ended NSX production after this limited run.
Does the 2022 Acura NSX Type S have Apple CarPlay and Android Auto?
Yes. The 2022 Acura NSX Type S has navigation, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto, along with heated power sport seats trimmed in semi-aniline leather and Alcantara.
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