2020 Acura NSX vs. 2020 Chevrolet Corvette
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2020 Acura NSX and 2020 Chevrolet Corvette contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2020 Acura NSX and the 2020 Chevrolet Corvette.
In comparing the 2020 Acura NSX's and the 2020 Chevrolet Corvette's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Acura NSX has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency and base engine power. The 2020 Chevrolet Corvette has the advantage in the areas of reliability, resale value and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the 2020 Acura NSX's and the 2020 Chevrolet Corvette's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Chevrolet Corvette is a better car than the 2020 Acura NSX.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2020 Acura NSX loses 38.2 percent of its value and the 2020 Chevrolet Corvette loses 27.4 percent of its value. This means the 2020 Chevrolet Corvette retains 10.8 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2020 Acura NSX.
Quality Rating: The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Acura NSX is 7.6 out of 10 while the Chevrolet Corvette's quality rating is 8.2 out of 10.
Reliability Rating: iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Acura NSX is 7.1 out of 10. For the Chevrolet Corvette the reliability rating is 7.6 out of 10. This gives the Chevrolet Corvette a slight advantage in reliability compared to the Acura NSX.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the 2020 Acura NSX’s base engine makes 573 horsepower, and the 2020 Chevrolet Corvette base engine makes 490 horsepower. The NSX is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 343 miles. The Corvette is rated to deliver an average of 19 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 500 miles.This gives the 2020 Acura NSX the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2020 Chevrolet Corvette the advantage in maximum range. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison: The 2020 Acura NSX and 2020 Chevrolet Corvette are comparable in regards to front leg room.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$157,500
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Hybrid Sports Cars)
$143,683
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Hybrid Sports Cars)
$103,800 - $163,300
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
-
Starting MSRP:
$58,900
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
$94,049
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
$41,350 - $500,000
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
Price Range:
-
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Hybrid Sports Cars)
$76,713
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Hybrid Sports Cars)
$68,156 - $83,233
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
1
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
8,989
# Good or Great Deals:
0
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
$73,225
Price Range:
$64,992 - $83,508
Category Avg Price:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
$80,113
Category Avg Price Range:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
$32,174 - $182,277
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
232
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
15,735
# Good or Great Deals:
32
Acura NSX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.6 / 10
Reliability:
7.1 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Chevrolet Corvette Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.2 / 10
Reliability:
7.6 / 10
Retained Value:
8.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2020 Acura NSX
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2020 Chevrolet Corvette
Remaining Life Expectancy (years):
13.2
Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
8.9
Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
4.7 - 13.2
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
0%
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.2
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Hybrid Sports Cars)
3.9
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Hybrid Sports Cars)
0.3 - 26.1
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
3.9
Typical Category Recalls:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
1.9
Category Range for Recalls:
(Luxury Sports Cars)
0.9 - 22.8
Acura NSX Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 12Ranking
3 out of / 37Ranking
3 out of / 12Ranking
4 out of / 12Ranking
5 out of / 12Ranking
6 out of / 37Ranking
10 out of / 37Ranking
11 out of / 37Chevrolet Corvette Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 6Ranking
2 out of / 40Ranking
3 out of / 40Ranking
3 out of / 40Ranking
4 out of / 40Ranking
8 out of / 29Ranking
12 out of / 40Ranking
17 out of / 40Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Body Styles
Convertible, Coupe
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2020 Acura NSX Trim Levels
SH-AWD Sport Hybrid
2020 Chevrolet Corvette Trim Levels
Not yet available
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:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
Not yet available
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
573 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
476 foot-lbs @ 2000 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.148 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
490 hp @ 6450 rpm
Torque:
465 foot-lbs @ 5150 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.139 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:
6.2 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
8
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
15 / 27 / 19
Range (city/hwy):
278 / 500 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Available
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Paddle Shifters:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Air Suspension:
N/A
Automatic Parking:
N/A
Bench Seats:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Massage Seats:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Power Lift Gate:
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
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 Features
Backup camera:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
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:
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:
37.9 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
54.4 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
12.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
Not yet available
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3878 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:
3535 lbs
Width:
76.1 inches
Height:
48.6 inches
Length:
182.3 inches
Wheelbase:
107.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/35R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
245/35ZR19
Exterior Colors
Black
Berlina Black
Blue
Nouvelle Blue Pearl
Orange
Thermal Orange Pearl
Red
Curva Red / Valencia Red Pearl
Silver
Source Silver Metallic
White
130R White / Casino White Pearl
Yellow
Indy Yellow Pearl
Brown
Not available
Gray
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Black
Blue
Elkhart Lake Blue Metallic / Rapid Blue
Orange
Sebring Orange Tintcoat
Red
Long Beach Red Metallic Tintcoat / Torch Red
Silver
Blade Silver Metallic
White
Arctic White
Yellow
Accelerate Yellow Metallic
Brown
Zeus Bronze Metallic
Gray
Ceramic Matrix Gray Metallic / Shadow Gray Metallic
Interior Colors
Beige
Orchid
Black
Ebony
Blue
Indigo
Brown
Saddle
Red
Red
Gray
Not available
Interior Colors
Beige
Not available
Black
Jet Black
Blue
Not available
Brown
Not available
Red
Adrenaline Red
Gray
Sky Cool Gray