Quick Take
Honda’s NSX is the mid-engine supercar that Ayrton Senna helped tune at Suzuka and the Nürburgring. Three first-generation NSX-R variants are confirmed in both Forza Horizon 5 and Forza Horizon 6 (launching 2026-05-19). In-game FH6 stats are unconfirmed as of May 2026.
Key Facts
| Variant | FH5 PI | FH5 Top Speed | FH5 0–97 kph | FH5 Price | FH6 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 NSX-R (NA1) | 691 / B | 275.2 kph | 4.700 s | 90,000 Cr | Confirmed |
| 2005 NSX-R (NA2) | 691 / B | 282.8 kph | 4.584 s | 150,000 Cr | Confirmed |
| 2005 NSX-R GT | 725 / A | 284.9 kph | 4.5 s | 500,000 Cr | Confirmed |
| NC1 (2017+) | — | — | — | — | unconfirmed as of May 2026 |
The NSX in a Nutshell: From Suzuka Prototype to Forza Icon
The Honda NSX debuted in 1990 as the world’s first all-aluminum mass-production supercar. Two generations exist: the mid-engine, naturally-aspirated first-gen (chassis codes NA1 1990-2001 and NA2 2002-2005), and the hybrid twin-turbo second-gen NC1 (2016-2022). The first generation is the one Forza fans know best.
The NSX project (“New Sportscar eXperimental”) was Honda’s answer to Ferrari’s 328 and 348, but with Honda reliability and a focus on usability. Production ran from 1990 to 2005 for the first generation and resumed with the hybrid NC1 in May 2016, continuing through Type S models in 2022.
In Forza Horizon 5 and the confirmed list for Forza Horizon 6, Honda is represented by three NSX-R variants: the 1992 NSX-R, the 2005 NSX-R, and the 2005 NSX-R GT homologation special.
Ayrton Senna’s Role in NSX Development
In 1989, while testing his Honda-powered McLaren MP4/5 at Suzuka, Ayrton Senna was invited by Honda engineers to evaluate a near-finished NSX prototype between F1 sessions. His verdict was blunt: the car felt fragile and the chassis lacked stiffness.
After his feedback, Honda went back to testing — with Senna in the cockpit — and after eight months the aluminium monocoque was 50 per cent stiffer. Development continued at the Nürburgring, where Senna pushed Honda to retain genuine ride comfort rather than copy the rock-hard setups typical of period supercars — an ethos that shaped the NSX’s daily-driver reputation.
The production NA1 that reached customers in 1990 owed its monocoque rigidity and balanced suspension calibration directly to Senna’s two test sessions. The 1992 NSX-R — the lightest and most aggressive NA1 variant at 1,230 kg — is the closest Forza fans can get to the chassis Senna helped develop.
NA1 vs NA2 vs NC1: Real-World Spec Comparison
| Spec | NA1 (1990-2001) | NA2 (2002-2005) | NC1 (2016-2022) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | C30A 3.0L V6 NA | C32B 3.2L V6 NA | JNC1 3.5L twin-turbo V6 + 3 motors |
| Layout | Mid-engine, RWD | Mid-engine, RWD | Mid-engine, AWD hybrid |
| Power | 270 hp / 201 kW | 290 hp / 216 kW | 573 hp combined (Type S: 602 hp) |
| Torque | 285 N·m | 304 N·m | 550 N·m engine alone |
| Curb weight | 1,370-1,435 kg | ~1,410 kg (NSX-R 1,270 kg) | ~1,776 kg |
| NSX-R weight | 1,230 kg (1992-95) | 1,270 kg (2002-05) | n/a |
The two NSX-R generations Forza features are stripped, focused homologation-style cars: the 1992 NSX-R loses sound deadening, the audio system, spare tyre, A/C, and traction control for a ~120 kg weight cut; the 2002 NSX-R adds carbon-fibre bodywork and deletes power steering.
Honda NSX in Forza Horizon 5: Verified Stats
| Variant | PI | Class | Top Speed | 0-97 km/h | Weight | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1992 Honda NSX-R | 691 | B | 275.2 kph | 4.700 s | 1,230 kg | 90,000 Cr |
| 2005 Honda NSX-R | 691 | B | 282.8 kph | 4.584 s | 1,270 kg | 150,000 Cr |
| 2005 Honda NSX-R GT | 725 | A | 284.9 kph | 4.5 s | 1,270 kg | 500,000 Cr |
The 1992 NSX-R and 2005 NSX-R sit in the same B-class PI bracket (691). The 2005 NSX-R GT jumps to A class (725 PI) and is the most expensive of the three at 500,000 credits. The NSX-R GT is locked out of the Autoshow in FH5 and must be earned via the Festival Playlist, Season Events, the Forza Shop, or Backstage Pass.
Honda NSX in Forza Horizon 6: Confirmed Variants
As of 2026-05-14, five days before FH6 launches on 2026-05-19, Playground Games has confirmed the same three NSX-R variants for Forza Horizon 6:
- 1992 Honda NSX-R (NA1)
- 2005 Honda NSX-R (NA2)
- 2005 Honda NSX-R GT (NA2 homologation special)
The second-generation NC1 (2017+ Acura NSX, including the 2022 NSX Type S) is not on the confirmed FH6 list — treat any rumour of an NC1 NSX in FH6 as unconfirmed as of May 2026.
In-game FH6 stats (PI, top speed, in-game horsepower) are not yet published and are unconfirmed as of May 2026. The 1992 and 2005 NSX-R are expected to remain B-class and the 2005 NSX-R GT A-class on Day 1.
Which NSX Should You Pick in Forza?
Pick the 1992 NSX-R if you want the purest Senna-developed driving experience and the lightest, most agile B-class entry-level supercar. At 1,230 kg with 206 kW it has the best power-to-weight of any stock NSX-R in FH5.
Pick the 2005 NSX-R if you want slightly more straight-line punch (282.8 kph vs 275.2 kph top speed) and the more refined NA2 chassis. Identical PI (691) to the 1992 car means it’s a sideways step in class rather than an upgrade.
Pick the 2005 NSX-R GT if you want the rarest, most aggressive NSX in any Forza game. The aero kit, A-class PI of 725, and 284.9 kph top speed make it the only NSX that can compete in A-class racing without tuning. The trade-off is the 500,000 Cr price and limited access via Festival Playlist rewards.
FAQ
Is the Honda NSX in Forza Horizon 6?
Yes. Three first-generation NSX variants are confirmed on the official forza.net car list: the 1992 NSX-R (NA1), the 2005 NSX-R (NA2), and the 2005 NSX-R GT homologation special.
Is the second-generation Acura NSX (NC1) in Forza Horizon 6?
Not as of 2026-05-14. The 2017+ NC1 NSX and the 2022 NSX Type S are not on the official forza.net confirmed FH6 car list.
Did Ayrton Senna really help develop the Honda NSX?
Yes. Senna tested an NSX prototype at Suzuka in 1989 and told Honda the chassis felt fragile. Honda engineers responded by increasing the aluminum monocoque’s stiffness by 50% over eight months of additional testing with Senna in the cockpit at the Nürburgring.
What’s the difference between NA1 and NA2 NSX?
The NA1 (1990-2001) used the 3.0L C30A V6 making 270 hp. The NA2 (2002-2005) received the larger 3.2L C32B V6 making 290 hp (manual cars), plus a major exterior refresh that replaced the pop-up headlights with fixed units. The 2002 NSX-R also added carbon-fibre bodywork.
Which NSX is fastest in Forza Horizon 5?
In stock tune, the 2005 Honda NSX-R GT — 284.9 kph top speed, 4.5 s 0-97 kph, 725 PI (A-class). The 2005 NSX-R is the fastest B-class NSX at 282.8 kph.
How do you get the 2005 NSX-R GT in Forza Horizon 5?
It is not in the Autoshow. It must be earned through Festival Playlist rewards, Season Events, the Forza Shop, or Backstage Pass. Expect a similar locked-acquisition path in FH6.
Why does Forza use the Honda badge instead of Acura for the NSX?
In all global markets except North America, the NSX was sold as a Honda. Forza’s car list uses the Honda branding for the first-generation NSX-R variants, which were JDM-spec cars never officially sold under the Acura badge.