The midengine sports car from Honda's premium division is unchanged for 2005.
NSX comes with a lift-off "targa" roof panel, a 290-hp 3.2-liter V6, and a 6-speed manual transmission. A 4-speed automatic transmission with manual-shift feature is available by special order and teams with a 252-hp 3.0-liter V6. Standard are ABS, traction control, and 17-inch wheels, plus leather upholstery, keyless entry system, and trunk-mounted CD changer. Side airbags are unavailable.
A redesigned NSX has been rumored for years, with prospects running hot or cold depending on how corporate winds seemed to blow at a given time. In fall 2003, Honda showed a racy NSX-style concept that led some observers to conclude a new model was just around the corner. But now we hear that the Acura sports car we've known for some 15 years will carry on indefinitely without major change, reportedly because a redesign "is not a high priority" for Honda. So much for the predictive value of auto-show attractions.
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