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NSX-R (NA2)
Second NSX-R on the facelifted 3.2-litre NA2: carbon bonnet and wing, aero underbody, Japan-only.
Photo: MrWalkr · CC BY-SA 4.0
Contents
01Overview
At a glance
- Built
- 140 Built
- Years
- 2002–2003
- Engine
- DOHC 24-valve V6 · 3,200 cc / 3.2 LFactory: 3.2 L
- Power
- 216 kW / 294 PSFactory: 290 hp · converted
- Top speed
- 282 km/hFactory: 175 mph · converted
- Body
- Not yet verified
- Designer
- Not yet verified
- In this archive
- Not yet verified
- Surviving
- Not yet verified
Sources and any conflicting figures are in the sections below.
Why it matters
The second NSX-R, based on the facelifted 3.2-litre NSX, took the Type R recipe further with carbon-fibre body parts and aerodynamics producing downforce rarely seen on a road car. It was sold only in Japan and just 140 were produced.
How rare is it?
Six separate kinds of rarity – never combined into one number.
Each kind of rarity is rated separately and never combined.
02Production & history
Production
Every figure says what it counts.
| What is counted | Figure | Basis | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Factory package productioncars produced (Honda) | 1401,2 | Factory production | Independently researched |
Independent counts (e.g. engine and colour) are never combined into a calculated figure. Surviving examples are never presented as original production.
History
Released in Japan in 2002, the NSX-R applied the same weight-saving methods as the original NSX Type R. It added carbon-fibre bodywork, a vented bonnet and a larger rear wing, retuned suspension and brakes, and a precision-balanced crankshaft for its 3.2-litre V6, mated to a six-speed manual.
Variants
How each version differs from the standard NSX-R (NA2).
No variants documented yet. Have a source? Contribute it.
03Specifications
Technical specifications
Engine
| Engine family | Not yet verified |
|---|---|
| Engine code | Not yet verified |
| Layout | DOHC 24-valve V63 |
| Displacement | 3,200 cc / 3.2 LFactory: 3.2 L3 |
| Bore | 93 mmFactory: 93 mm1 Independently researched |
| Stroke | 78 mmFactory: 78 mm1 Independently researched |
| Compression ratio | 10.2:11 Independently researched |
| Fuel system | Honda PGM-FI, drive-by-wire throttle1 Independently researched |
| Power | 216 kW / 294 PSFactory: 290 hp · converted3 |
| Power at | 7,100 rpm1 Independently researchedQuoted output; the guide says the engines were blueprinted and probably stronger than rated. |
| Torque | 304 NmFactory: 224 lb-ft · converted3 |
| Torque at | 5,300 rpm1 Independently researched |
Transmission & drivetrain
| Gearbox | Six-speed manual3 |
|---|---|
| Gears | 61 Independently researched |
| Driven wheels | Not yet verified |
Chassis, body & dimensions
| Chassis | Not yet verified |
|---|---|
| Front suspension | Double wishbone, forged control arms, stiffened track-oriented settings1 Independently researched |
| Rear suspension | Double wishbone, forged control arms, stiffened track-oriented settings1 Independently researched |
| Brakes | Four-channel ABS, 298 mm ventilated discs all round1 Independently researched |
| Steering | No power assistance1 Independently researched |
| Body construction | Not yet verified |
| Wheelbase | Not yet verified |
| Length | Not yet verified |
| Width | Not yet verified |
| Height | Not yet verified |
| Front track | Not yet verified |
| Rear track | Not yet verified |
| Kerb weight | 1,270 kgFactory: 1,270 kg1 Independently researched |
| Dry weight | Not yet verified |
Performance
| Maximum speed | 282 km/hFactory: 175 mph · converted1 Independently researched |
|---|---|
| 0–100 km/h | 4.6 s1 Independently researchedSource gives 0-62 mph (about 100 km/h). |
| Fuel tank | Not yet verified |
“Not yet verified” means no source has been checked for that value yet. Nothing is estimated to fill a gap.
04Colours & options
Factory colours & interiors
Original paint and trim, with the number of cars in each where a source gives it.
Not yet documented. Have a source? Contribute it.
Factory options & codes
Codes are shown exactly as written by the manufacturer.
Not yet documented. Have a source? Contribute it.
05Individual cars
Chassis register
Every documented car, with its colours, history and where it is now. Open a row for the full record. Known chassis are not automatically authenticated originals.
Not yet documented. Have a source? Contribute it.
Competition history
Every race result of the individual cars, in date order. Click a chassis number to open its full record in the register.
Not yet documented. Have a source? Contribute it.
Auction & sale history
Documented public sales of the individual cars. Click a chassis number to open its full record in the register.
Not yet documented. Have a source? Contribute it.
See one in person
Museums where an example of this car can be seen.
No example is documented on public display yet. Have a source? Contribute it.
06Reference
Identification guide
How to tell an original from a replica or later conversion.
Look for the carbon-fibre bonnet with pass-through vent and the larger carbon rear wing, on the facelifted 3.2-litre, six-speed NSX.
Sources
Each number links to the exact facts it supports.
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1
Guide: Old but Gold, Honda NSX 3.2 Type R Level B Supercar Nostalgia
- an estimated 140 of these second series NSX Type Rs were built
- bore and stroke of 93mm and 78mm
- The 10.2:1 compression ratio and Honda PGM-Fi fuel-injection were carried over
- electronic drive-by-wire throttle was custom tuned
- 290bhp at 7100rpm
- 224lb-ft at 5300rpm
- six-speed manual gearbox with lower final gear ratio
- double wishbone suspension with forged control arms
- 298mm diameter ventilated discs all round
- NSX-Rs had no power steering
- weight reduction of almost 100kg (now 1270kg)
- top speed stayed at 175mph
- 0-62mph now took 4.6 seconds
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2
Honda News: Honda Type R Timeline and Milestones (30 May 2022) Level A
- 140 cars produced (Honda)
-
3
Honda Type R Timeline and Milestones Level A American Honda (hondanews.com) · 2022-05-30
- 3.2-liter DOHC 24-valve V6
- 290 hp and 224 lb-ft
- 6-speed manual
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