2017 ACURA NSX - A CASUAL PORTLAND DRIVE

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This video offers a detailed look at the 2017 Acura NSX, highlighting its hybrid powertrain and advanced torque-vectoring capabilities. The reviewer emphasizes the car's sophisticated Integrated Dynamic System (IDS) with its four driving modes (Quiet, Sport, Sport Plus, Track), noting how it influences shift mapping, steering, sound, throttle response, and suspension. The unique 9-speed DCT, specifically made for the NSX, is praised for its quick and smooth shifts, with gears 1-5 on one set and 2-8 on another, and a dedicated launch mode. The hybrid system, combining a 500 HP twin-turbo V6 with three electric motors (one rear, two front), delivers a total of 573 HP and 476 lb-ft of torque, providing instant torque and enhancing performance across acceleration, braking, and cornering. The reviewer also touches on the car's heritage, comparing it to the original NSX and noting design cues like the thin A-pillars and the option for a black or carbon fiber roof. While the video doesn't delve into extreme performance testing due to time and traffic constraints, it effectively communicates the NSX's blend of supercar performance and everyday usability, with impressive fuel economy for its class (20 city/22 highway).