The 2022 Acura NSX Kind S is the final word model of the second-generation NSX, serving because the mannequin’s swan tune. Acura lately launched a video detailing how the limited-edition Kind S was developed.

As a refresher, the Kind S will get a variety of modifications, together with extra energy and revised aerodynamics. The three.5-liter twin-turbo V-6 will get new injectors and turbochargers from the NSX GT3 Evo race automobile, boosting complete output for the entire hybrid powertrain to 600 hp and 492 lb-ft of torque. That is 27 hp and 16 lb-ft greater than the usual automobile.

Acura wished to promote that further energy with extra aggressive styling, Satoshi Mizukami, NSX Kind S chief engineer and growth chief, mentioned within the video. Nevertheless, the brand new entrance bumper and NSX GT3 Evo-inspired rear diffuser additionally present actual efficiency advantages. The entrance bumper incorporates a carbon-fiber entrance splitter that reduces aerodynamic raise, whereas the bigger grille opening feed extra air to the radiators. Each engineers and designers have been concerned within the wind-tunnel course of to remodel the nostril.

The Kind S additionally will get a model-specific Gotham Grey matte paint colour and break up five-spoke solid aluminum wheels wrapped in Pirelli P-Zero tires. The wheels have elevated damaging offset that improves dealing with, whereas the brand new tires present 6% extra grip, Acura claims.

Acura will construct 350 items of the 2022 NSX Kind S, with 300 designated for the U.S. earlier than NSX manufacturing ceases. Deliveries start in December, with pricing beginning at $171,495 (together with a $1,995 vacation spot cost).

The launch of a brand new NSX Kind S is not stunning, as Acura has indicated that it needs so as to add Kind S variations of most fashions. We additionally lately received the TLX Kind S, and an MDX Kind S is anticipated subsequent. Acura’s boss has additionally hinted that one other NSX is on the way in which, but it surely’s unclear when that third-generation supercar will arrive.

For extra behind the event of the NSX Kind S, together with efforts to make the sound and dealing with extra partaking for the driving force, click on on the video above.