Acura NSX vs. Toyota Avalon
When we compare the Acura NSX's and the Toyota Avalon's specifications and ratings, the Acura NSX has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. The Toyota Avalon has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, reliability, interior volume and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Acura NSX's and the Toyota Avalon's specifications and ratings, the Toyota Avalon is a better car than the Acura NSX.
Acura NSX vs. Toyota Avalon Pricing
A used 2022 Acura NSX ranges from $144,000 to $270,915 while a used 2022 Toyota Avalon is priced between $26,067 to $40,998.
Acura NSX vs. Toyota Avalon Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Acura NSX loses 45.3 percent of its value and the Toyota Avalon loses 47.7 percent of its value. This means the Acura NSX retains 2.4 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Toyota Avalon.
Acura NSX vs. Toyota Avalon Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Acura NSX is 8.0 out of 10 while the Toyota Avalon's quality rating is 8.9 out of 10. This results in the Acura NSX being ranked 1 out of 8 Best Hybrid Luxury Sports Cars and the Toyota Avalon being ranked 1 out of 8 Best Large Cars.
Acura NSX vs. Toyota Avalon Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Acura NSX is 7.1 out of 10. For the Toyota Avalon the reliability rating is 9.8 out of 10. This gives the Toyota Avalon an advantage in reliability compared to the Acura NSX.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Acura NSX’s base engine makes 600 horsepower, and the Toyota Avalon base engine makes 301 horsepower. The NSX is rated to deliver an average of 21 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 343 miles. The Avalon is rated to deliver an average of 26 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 464 miles. This gives the Toyota Avalon the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Acura NSX. The NSX uses premium unleaded, and the Avalon uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Toyota Avalon, a large car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, and cargo space. The Acura NSX, a hybrid sports car, has the advantage in the area of front leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Toyota Avalon has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
144000 - 270915
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.453151
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
26067 - 40998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.477327
Acura NSX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.95 / 10
Reliability:
7.1 / 10
Retained Value:
8.8 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Toyota Avalon Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.884529 / 10
Reliability:
9.753589 / 10
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Acura NSX Rankings
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14 out of / 29Toyota Avalon Rankings
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7 out of / 8Available Body Styles
Coupe
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Hybrid
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Acura NSX Trim Levels
SH-AWD Type S
Toyota Avalon Trim Levels
Limited, Touring, XLE
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:
2 years / 25000 miles
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):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
600 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
492 foot-lbs @ 2300 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.155 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
301 hp @ 6600 rpm
Torque:
267 foot-lbs @ 4700 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.085 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:
3.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 32 / 26
Range (city/hwy):
319 / 464 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular 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:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
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:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Rear Head Room:
Not yet available
Rear Leg Room:
Not yet available
Rear Shoulder Room:
Not yet available
Cargo Space:
4.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
54.7 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.1 inches
Cargo Space:
16.1 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
104.3 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3878 lbs
Width:
87.3 inches
Height:
47.8 inches
Length:
178.5 inches
Wheelbase:
103.5 inches
Ground Clearance:
3.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3560 lbs
Width:
72.8 inches
Height:
56.5 inches
Length:
195.9 inches
Wheelbase:
113 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:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P215/55R17