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1998 Acura NSX

Used 1998 Acura NSX

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1998
Fuel Economy
18 combined mpg
Horsepower
290 hp
Engine
2 engines available
Engine Options
  • V6, VTEC, 3.0 Liter
  • V6, VTEC, 3.2 Liter
Cargo Volume
5 cu ft
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1998 Acura NSX Overview

1998 Acura NSX Pricing

The Kelley Blue Book Fair Purchase Price for any individual used vehicle can vary greatly according to mileage, condition, location, and other factors, but here's a general idea of what buyers are currently paying for used 1998 Acura NSX models when purchasing from a dealership.

NSX Consumer Sentiment

Owners give this generation Acura NSX (1991-2005) a 4.8 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 95% recommend it. These figures are based on 64 consumer reviews, like these:

What Owners are Saying About the 1998 Acura NSX

"I feel very fortunate to own this car."

"Although I dont drive it often, it is an amazing every day driver easy to maintain. I have currently 5800km (3625 miles) on it and enjoyed every one of them"

"Amazing car"

"still hold up. This dream machine from Honda's racing department still holds it own, so many years later!"

"good car"

"very good car"

Overall 1998 Acura NSX Quality

User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 1998 Acura NSX is above average for its class. Owners rated the 1998 Acura NSX quality a 4.8 out of 5.

1998 Acura NSX Reliability

The 1998 Acura NSX receives an average consumer rating of 4.8 overall and a 4.9 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.

Favorite 1998 NSX Features

According to drivers of the 1998 NSX, here are some of its best features:

  • Perfect 17 year old car
  • Beautiful, exciting, reliable
  • Looks, quality, handling
  • Fast, Corners Like a Beast, Comfortable to drive
  • Fun to drive and a pleasure to own.

1998 Acura NSX MPG by Trim

1998 NSX Sport Coupe 2D - city 16 MPG - hwy 22 MPG

1998 NSX NSX-T Targa Convertible 2D - city 16 MPG - hwy 22 MPG

1998 NSX Safety

1998 Acura NSX Safety Features

  • Child Door Locks: Not available
  • Child Seat Anchors: Not available
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
  • Rear Side Airbag
  • Traction Control
  • Front Side Airbag
  • Rear Parking Sensors
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1998 Acura NSX
KBB.com Consumer Reviews

4.8
Consumer Rating
Based on 64 Consumer Reviews
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Value
4.9
Performance
4.9
Quality
4.8
Comfort
4.8
Reliability
4.9
Styling
4.9

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1998 Acura NSX Style

Style
Combined Fuel Economy
Horsepower
Engine
Cargo Capacity
Torque
Curb Weight
Sport Coupe 2D
18 MPG
290 @ 7100 RPM
V6, VTEC, 3.2 Liter
5 cu ft
224 lb-ft
3069 lbs
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Specifications

Dimensions, Weights & Capacities

Curb Weight
3069 lbs.
EPA Passenger
48.9 cu.ft.
EPA Total Interior
53.9 cu.ft.
Fuel Capacity
18.5 gallons
Front Head Room
36.3 inches
Front Leg Room
44.3 inches
Max Seating Capacity
2
Minimum Ground Clearance
4.6 inches
Overall Length
174.2 inches
Front Shoulder Room
52.5 inches
Trunk or Cargo Capacity
5.0 cu.ft.
Turning Diameter
38.1 feet
Wheel Base
99.6 inches
Width with mirrors
71.3 inches

Exterior

Alloy Wheels
Available
Moon Roof/Sun Roof
Available
Number of Doors
2 doors
Rear Spoiler
Available

Fuel Economy

City
16 mpg
Highway
22 mpg
Combined
18 mpg

Mechanical

Drivetrain
RWD
Transmission Type
Manual
6 speed
Available

Performance

Horsepower
290 @ 7100 RPM
Torque
224 @ 5500 rpm
Engine
V6, VTEC, 3.2 Liter

Warranty

Basic
4 years / 50000 miles
Powertrain
4 years / 50000 miles
Corrosion
5 years / Unlimited miles

Entertainment

  • DVD Entertainment System
  • MP3 Player
  • CD Player

Interior

  • Power Windows
  • Tilt Steering Wheel

Seating

  • Leather Seats
  • Dual Power Front Seats
  • Power Driver's Seat

Technology

  • Cruise Control
  • Hands Free Phone
  • Navigation System

1998 Acura NSX Safety

1998 Acura NSX Safety Technology

  • Child Door Locks: Not available
  • Child Seat Anchors: Not available
  • Driver Airbag
  • Passenger Airbag
  • Rear Side Airbag
  • Traction Control
  • Front Side Airbag
  • Rear Parking Sensors

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Price
$73,447
$64,239
$66,370
$64,882
KBB.com Rating
N/A
4.3
4.4
N/A
Consumer Rating
4.8
4.9
3.2
4.5
Fuel Economy
City 16/Hwy 22/Comb 18 MPG
City 18/Hwy 25/Comb 21 MPG
City 19/Hwy 27/Comb 21 MPG
City 17/Hwy 26/Comb 20 MPG
Fuel Type
Gas
Gas
Gas
Gas
5 Year Cost To Own
5-Year Cost to Own includes out of pocket expenses like fuel and insurance, plus the car’s loss in value over time (depreciation).
N/A
N/A
$76,582
N/A
Seating Capacity2424
Basic Warranty
4 years or 50000 miles
4 years or 50000 miles
3 years or 36000 miles
4 years or 50000 miles
Horsepower
290 @ 7100 RPM
345 @ 6500 RPM
382 @ 5800 RPM
463 @ 5250 RPM
Engine
V6, VTEC, 3.2 Liter
6-Cyl, 3.6 Liter
6-Cyl, Turbo, 3.0 Liter
V8, Twin Turbo, 4.0 Liter
Drivetrain
RWD
AWD
RWD
AWD

1998 Acura NSX Rankings

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FAQs

Is 1998 a good year for a Acura NSX?

Owners of the vehicle give it 4.8 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 1998 NSX is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

Is the Acura NSX 1998 a good vehicle?

Owners of the vehicle give it 4.8 out of 5 stars. To find out if the 1998 NSX is the right car for you, check out the pros and cons, trims, specs and options at Kelley Blue Book.

What is the MPG for a 1998 Acura NSX?

The 1998 Acura NSX gets 16 mpg in the city and 22 mpg on the highway.

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