The limited-production Acura NSX S supercar packs more power, enhanced aerodynamics, sharper lines, and tires with more grip. It’s the first time Acura will sell the Type-S version outside of Japan and marks the NSX’s retirement in the U.S. Three electric motors assist the twin-turbocharged V-6, producing 600 hp.  A lightweight body reliant on carbon fiber helps reduce weight by 58 pounds.  Acura says the nine-speed dual-clutch transmission upshifts 50 percent faster than the previous model and has a rapid downshift mode. Acura will only produce 350 units at its Marysville, Ohio, factory, with pricing from $169,500.

Last year, Honda killed off the Fit hatchback, the Civic Coupe and the manual-transmission version of the Accord sedan. Both the Honda and Acura brands are pivoting toward light trucks to boost volume.

Acura said the five-door liftback coming next year will have a turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine, but power was not revealed.