Future Models - Honda 2008 NSX
First look: Honda shows off NSX replacement
Powerhouse: The Acura concept showcases a rear-drive V10.
Honda’s California design studio has delivered a stunning concept sportscar
8 January 2007
By NEIL McDONALD
THIS is tipped to be the next-generation Honda NSX.
The show-stopping Acura Advanced Sports Car Concept, which debuted at this week’s Detroit motor show, is designed to incorporate a powerful front-mounted, rear-drive V10 engine with Honda’s super handling all-wheel drive (SH-AWD), which also underpins the Honda Legend.
Visually, the concept’s exterior demonstrates a dynamic fusion of advanced technology and emotion.
The long, pronounced bonnet features deeply sculpted lines and embossed air vents while the exterior lines run the length of the body, creating a ribbon-like effect from the headlights to the rear wheel arches.
Although modern in its appearance, the car retains the subtle cues associated with its predecessor, the NSX.
The concept’s slim, LED headlights are pushed wide and designed to mimic the pop-up headlights found on the first generation NSX. Other styling hints include a modern take on wraparound rear tail-lights and the all black cockpit.
 "Our intention was to design an exotic sports car that gracefully combines advanced technology and strong emotion," according to Jon Ikeda, principal designer of the Acura Design Centre.
"The technical, machined surfaces and keen-edge design are balanced with sweeping curves and dramatic lines, all of which results in the ultimate exotic sports car."
Wide and low to the ground with a 2763mm wheelbase, the concept is anchored by grippy 19-inch front and 20-inch rear performance tyres mounted to custom billet-machined, polished aluminium wheels.
Braking is via powerful, ventilated carbon ceramic brakes with eight-piston calipers. Bold wheel arches and flares add to the concept’s aggressive appearance.
The low slung cabin is constructed entirely of tinted glass and sits flush against the body. Door handles are also flush mounted, allowing the sports car to retain a clean and aerodynamic appearance.
The car has a carbon fibre underbody and the rear is finished with aggressive quad exhausts and integrated rear diffusers.
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