2018 Acura NSX vs. 2018 INFINITI Q50
In comparing the 2018 Acura NSX's and the 2018 INFINITI Q50's specifications and ratings, the 2018 Acura NSX has the advantage in the areas of resale value, overall quality score and base engine power. The 2018 INFINITI Q50 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the 2018 Acura NSX's and the 2018 INFINITI Q50's specifications and ratings, the 2018 INFINITI Q50 is a better car than the 2018 Acura NSX.
2018 Acura NSX vs. 2018 INFINITI Q50 Pricing
A used 2018 Acura NSX ranges from $55,900 to $161,293 while a used 2018 INFINITI Q50 is priced between $17,498 to $31,257.
2018 Acura NSX vs. 2018 INFINITI Q50 Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2018 Acura NSX loses 45.3 percent of its value and the 2018 INFINITI Q50 loses 51.8 percent of its value. This means the 2018 Acura NSX retains 6.5 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2018 INFINITI Q50.
2018 Acura NSX vs. 2018 INFINITI Q50 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Acura NSX is 8.0 out of 10 while the INFINITI Q50's quality rating is 7.5 out of 10. This results in the Acura NSX being ranked 1 out of 8 Best Hybrid Luxury Sports Cars and the INFINITI Q50 being ranked 19 out of 30 Best Luxury Compact Cars.
2018 Acura NSX vs. 2018 INFINITI Q50 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Acura NSX is 7.1 out of 10. For the INFINITI Q50 the reliability rating is 7.2 out of 10. This gives the INFINITI Q50 a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Acura NSX.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2018 Acura NSX’s base engine makes 573 horsepower, and the 2018 INFINITI Q50 base engine makes 208 horsepower. The NSX is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 343 miles. The Q50 is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 600 miles. This gives the 2018 INFINITI Q50 the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2018 Acura NSX. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2018 INFINITI Q50, a compact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room, and cargo space. The 2018 Acura NSX, a hybrid sports car, has the advantage in the area of front shoulder room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
55900 - 161293
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.453151
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
17498 - 31257
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.518088
Acura NSX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.95 / 10
Reliability:
7.1 / 10
Retained Value:
8.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
INFINITI Q50 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.5 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Acura NSX Rankings
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14 out of / 29INFINITI Q50 Rankings
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32 out of / 36Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2018 Acura NSX Trim Levels
SH-AWD Sport Hybrid
2018 INFINITI Q50 Trim Levels
2.0T Luxe, 2.0T Pure, 3.0T Luxe, 3.0T Sport, Red Sport 400
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
573 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
476 foot-lbs @ 2000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.151 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
208 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
258 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.057 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
21 / 22 / 21
Range (city/hwy):
328 / 343 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 30 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
460 / 600 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
3.9 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
44.0 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
44.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
56.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.1 inches
Cargo Space:
13.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
101.5 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3803 lbs
Width:
87.3 inches
Height:
47.8 inches
Length:
176 inches
Wheelbase:
103.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
3.7 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3671 lbs
Width:
71.8 inches
Height:
57.2 inches
Length:
189.6 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/35R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/55R17