As long as it's fun to drive, the V6 sounds great when it's running, and it looks good (okay, that last one is a stretch), this should be an O.K. compromise.
Now, let's forget all we know about hybrids, and remember that this will be also have 450hp V6 + plus hybrid tech, sure this won't be the NSX that we know and love, but however it's better then no NSX at all. Maybe it will look something like this.
@bradleysoken: All of Japan really. But they seem to do well snubbing the 'murican addage about replacements for displacement.
The xj220 held the world speed title for quite awhile with six cylinders.
@Syrax: On suvs and trucks yeah? I was thinking cars that actually matter. But yes I'm genuinely surprised that the Ridgeline doesn't have a v8 option.
Being a fan of good and proper small blocks myself, I don't really care what Honda does to the NSX heritage. I do, however, think that it will be interesting to see. And knowing Honda, I bet that one drive in it is all that it will take to change our minds and cause us to sing its praises.
Oh good, the NSX is back. I too would prefer the V10, but I'm sure it will be a great car- and then after it's perfect, they'll throw the big f*ckin' grill on it and ruin everything. I can't wait.
I want to see a new NSX as much as anyone, but is this really a good idea from either a performance or sales sense? Sure a V6 may be lighter than a V10, but the additional weight of a battery pack and a beefy electric motor should counteract that pretty quickly. And drive development costs up. And alienate potential buyers who a) appreciated the old NSX's ethos as a simple, practical supercar or b) see through the hybrid bullsh*t.
It's much like the Tesla Roadster being less economical, less environmentally conscious and worse to drive than the Elise upon which it's based. Why give up the chance to build a phenomenal sports car when you could build a mediocre one that's painted slightly greenish in the eyes of the market?
@stoke has a JDM front wing: Why give up the chance to build a phenomenal sports car when you could build a mediocre one that's painted slightly greenish in the eyes of the market?
Unfortunately right. Money and bragging rights are outshining enthusiasts voices.
@stoke has a JDM front wing: The Insight weighs 2,730 lbs versus the Civic's 2,600. If they go with a mild hybrid system like every other Honda, the V6 hybrid drivetrain might weigh less than a V10. Plus it's a much simpler design than Toyota's and won't add as much complexity. Sure it would be better without the hybrid but Honda has to pay the bills and if we get a good car out of it I'm not going to complain.
@stoke has a JDM front wing: It's not like the first time a concept comes to market it's going to do all the things we hope it will. Over time it becomes better, will be more efficient and genuinely a better idea.
Not to thread jack but.
http://www.worldcarfans.com/109072220604/honda-nsx-development-shifts-to-new-super-hybrid-sports-car--report
Just for more information, And a photo without camouflage.
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The xj220 held the world speed title for quite awhile with six cylinders.
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Being a fan of good and proper small blocks myself, I don't really care what Honda does to the NSX heritage. I do, however, think that it will be interesting to see. And knowing Honda, I bet that one drive in it is all that it will take to change our minds and cause us to sing its praises.
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I can say it but I don't believe it. Or want it.
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(i must admit to having a healthy dislike to everything hybrid..........but,my stepdads Lexus 450h is pretty damn quick for a car of its weight)
In no-way was i defending a hybrid then,& i remain on the darkside.
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This is a worst-of-all-worlds idea: small V6 saddled with the weight of AWD and hybrid batteries and motors.
Does jalopnik have a Corporate Crack pipe category for really stupid ideas? This one ranks right up there with BMW's let's buy Rover! plan.
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It's much like the Tesla Roadster being less economical, less environmentally conscious and worse to drive than the Elise upon which it's based. Why give up the chance to build a phenomenal sports car when you could build a mediocre one that's painted slightly greenish in the eyes of the market?
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Unfortunately right. Money and bragging rights are outshining enthusiasts voices.
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http://www.worldcarfans.com/109072220604/honda-nsx-development-shifts-to-new-super-hybrid-sports-car--report
Just for more information, And a photo without camouflage.