With less than two years to go until the new Honda NSX arrives, Honda has released the first images of a prototype version of the new supercar undergoing testing.
The last time we saw the NSX was in concept form at the Detroit Motor Show back in January. As you can see, the prototype looks broadly similar to the concept, sharing the latter's angular front end and proportions.
Underneath, the NSX is fitted with a mid-mounted V6 engine mated to Honda's new Sport Hybrid SH-AWD (Super Handling All Wheel Drive) system. In essence, the petrol engine, in conjunction with a single electric motor, sends the power to the rear wheels through a seven-speed double-clutch gearbox. The front wheels meanwhile are driven by twin electric motors, making the NSX all-wheel drive.
There's no word yet on how much power the NSX will produce but a power output in the region of 400bhp seems likely. In addition to this, the car will also be fitted with an F1-style KERS system which should add an additional 100bhp or so, bringing the NSX's total up to around 500bhp.
It would be an understatement to say that we're very, very excited for the launch of the new NSX. The nameplate first appeared, as I'm sure you know, way back in 1990 on the legendary Ayrton Senna-developed original. The NSX was arguably the first genuinely 'everyday' supercar, combining supercar levels of power and road-holding with ease of ownership.
The prototype of the new NSX will make its public debut on 4 August at the Mid-Ohio Sports Car Course in Lexington, Ohio, next month.
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