Anyone Drive the new Acura TSX?

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DETAILKING

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My friend got one. It looked really sharp with the optional 17" spoked wheels he got and the factory body kit. I was amazed at the interior, the fit and finish, and all the goodies it came standard with all for under 30K. It only has a 4 banger but it had decent power with the smoooooth shifting 6 speed. The voice activated navigation system was the highlight of the car. It basically controls everything.....the radio, climate control, and navi. To make a long story short, I would seriously consider this car for an under 30K sports sedan. I was considering replacing my BMW with an Audi A4, but for the money this car will be a strong competitor. Next year the redesigned TL comes out, and it's supposed to have 280+ HP! Go Acura!
 
Yeah, the Navi systems in the Acuras are pretty slick. I didn't want to wait for this option for my car, so I didn't get it. Looking back at it, I should've waited.

It's about time they got a 6 speed into their sedans. Nissan's had them for a while. In your case, if you're thinking about going from a 3 series to an A4 or TSX, I vote you take a real good look at the 04 TL instead of the TSX. Just wait a few more months.
 
The TSX is a real looker...nicest thing they've put out since a couple recent missteps. I chased one down on the highway and my wife and I gave the driver a big thumbs-up. I think the woman (conservative, middle aged) didn't quite get it! ;)



Sure wish Honda would concede and give us RWD or AWD. I was expecting it for the long-awaited RSX (using some stuff out of the excellent S2000 parts bin), but no go. OTH, no one does FWD better than Honda.
 
I'm holding out for a TSX Type S. Now that car will be the bomb. The regular TSX already does 200 HP out of a 4 cylinder engine. Imagine what they could do with a V6 if the decided to do something like that.



Me personally, I would go for the TSX over the TL just based on the styling. I don't know what the price difference is, but I know they are designed to appeal to a different consumer demographic. The TSX is kind of your entry luxury sedan I figure. Its definitely worth test driving at least. Its a really smooth car.



I've got a thing against buying a brand spanking new car just because of the economics of it. I'm going to hold out for an early lease return and pick one up then. If Jennifer liked her Accord then she'll love the TSX. I know I will. :D
 
Jngrbrdman said:
Me personally, I would go for the TSX over the TL just based on the styling.
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Really? There are several in the parkade I park in, and I find the styling a bit boxy for my tastes. A bit too much like the EL which is sold up here, which is a glorified Civic sedan.



I find the TL and the CL to be much sexier, with the smooth, flowing lines.
 
SK2003TypeS said:
You probably already know, but incase you don't.



http://www.acura-tsx.com/forums/
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www.clubtsx.com is a fun one too.



I thought the EL was cool the first time I saw one. Then I started to see what you are saying about them being glorified Civics. I guess I need to see a TL and a TSX side by side. I've been drooling over the TSX for so long that I can't remember what a TL looks like off the top of my head. I think I'll keep waiting till the real Euro Accord comes over. Now that thing looks nice! :D
 
You could be waiting a while....I was just over in Scotland with my wife last month, and man, they get some neat little cars. I rented a turbo-diesel (gas is 86p a liter over there - like $1.70 US) Ford Fusion 2, a very fuel efficient, peppy little car which was super roomy. Lots of Peuguots and Renaults over there. Saw a total of 8 SUV's over there, two of which were police vehicles. The land of sub-compacts!
 
2wheelsx2 said:
Really? There are several in the parkade I park in, and I find the styling a bit boxy for my tastes. A bit too much like the EL which is sold up here, which is a glorified Civic sedan.



I find the TL and the CL to be much sexier, with the smooth, flowing lines.
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Ditto! (Except that thing about the parkade. :p)



I really like the TL myself.
 
Detailking,

I got a TSX about a month ago (okay, my wife did, but I do get to drive it sometimes ;)). Anyway, we like it a lot. I think it's a great car for the money, and it looks very classy (personal opinion, obviously). One of the most noteable things is that I don't think there are many (if any) cars that offer the same level of luxury for the price. If you're looking for something like it, I highly recommend you go take a test drive, it's a great car.



Jngr,

If you're going to go look for TL pics to refresh your memory, make sure you look for the all-new 2004 TL (not out yet) that SK2003TypeS was referring to (pics here: http://www.acura-tsx.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=1101). Personally, I like the TSX better because of the smaller size (it also fit our budget a whole lot better than what's expected of the TL).



John
 
What's wrong with the BMW 3 series that you need to get rid of it? I'd take a 330i over a TSX any day of the week. And probably over the TL also! Unless the brand new TL ups the ante on performance seriously, and not with just horsepower.



The TSX to me is sort of a tweener between being a glorified Civic and the TL. Now the EL, THAT is a glorified Civic!



I think Acura is discontinuing the CL soon because of poor sales.
 
I love my BMW. In terms of road feel and handling it wins hands down. What I don't like are the dealer attitudes and the costs associated with ownership. I also feel they are overpriced compared to what else is out there.



I wish the interior was a little more"high tech" looking like the acura. The Acura makes you feel like you are driving the latest technology.



I know it doesn't have the AWD that the A4 has, but its probably a hell of a lot better in the snow than the BMW is....another factor for me. I just heard that the new A4 is gonna have an ultra sports package that includes a 6 speed and 18" wheels. Come on BMW....don't make us spend 45K to get all this! (330i sports edition).
 
DETAILKING said:
I love my BMW. In terms of road feel and handling it wins hands down. What I don't like are the dealer attitudes and the costs associated with ownership. I also feel they are overpriced compared to what else is out there. I just heard that the new A4 is gonna have an ultra sports package that includes a 6 speed and 18" wheels. Come on BMW....don't make us spend 45K to get all this! (330i sports edition).
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I can see your point. The 330i coupe was among the finalists as well as a Boxster when I was looking at cars. Finally, though I REALLY wanted a Porsche, a convertible just wasn't practical for me. It rains for 2/3 the year here and when it is hot, the last thing I want is to feel the sun beating down on me directly. For the BMW, the maintenance costs scared me and I really don't appreciate it when any of the German high-end dealers show you a reasonable price but you find out it is basically stripped down with no features. Then they nickel and dime you for up to another 20% of the base price for options which usually come standard in Japanese cars for THEIR base price!



I'm not sure if Audi is also into this nickel and dime routine.



If I were to get a BMW 3 series, it would probably be a current model and not when they redesign it in 2005 0r 2006, given their recent styling trends of uglifying the 7 and now the 5 series. The Z4 is also horrifying from certain angles and the lines are too busy, IMO. Though if someone offered me one, I'd take it....:D
 
Jngrbrdman said:
I'm holding out for a TSX Type S. Now that car will be the bomb. The regular TSX already does 200 HP out of a 4 cylinder engine. Imagine what they could do with a V6 if the decided to do something like that.
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Acura has stated that they do not expect, at this time, to market a Type-S for the TSX. While they may be able to squeeze 20-25 more ponies out of the 2.4, don't expect any more. Honda engineers have also flat-out said that none of the current Honda V6s would fit in the car.



And the upcoming TL will have 270-275 HP. It will be a bigger car with very similar styling so while it may look quite simlar to the TSX (something Acura has specifically aimed for to attract Euro-styling buyers), don't expect it to get the skidpad numbers the TSX has gotten rave reviews for (which can be even higher if you ditch the OEM all-season Michelins it comes with).



It will definitely be targetted at older buyers. Expect the price to be in the $32-$34 range. That's a decent step up from the $26 that the TSX is (I got mine for just a shade under that).



I consider the TSX to be an incredible value given its performance (engine + drivetrain + suspension), features (17" wheels, Xenons, 360 watt w/8 speakers and in-dash 6 CD player, full leather, power everything, dual-zone auto climate control, tilt/telescop wheel, cruise, front/side/curtain airbags, stability & traction control, sunroof, remote w/alarm, steering wheel controls, heated seats, all-wheel disc brakes with ABS, auto-dimming mirror, LED instrumentation, speed-sensing wipers and optional Navi with voice activation and trip computer), fit-n-finish, reliability and resale value.



Overall it's a blast to drive fast or slow and is easy on the wallet.



On a recent trip up the eastern seaboard I easiliy managed over 31 mpg with my 6-speed (and this was on a car with only 2500 miles on it). Others have claimed close to 34 mpg.



I've always been a Honda guy and with cars like this I will continue to be one! :D



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I love the RSX Type S. 200 HP in a little car like that makes it zoom. The TSX is great looking too. The TSX concept available on acura.com is amazing.



Honda/Acura makes a great car. Honda's are always the utilitarian little cars that I can afford, but Acura takes those econoboxes and makes them pretty sexy.
 
I presume you got the Accord Type R (212bhp) in the states ? Was it called this or something different ? The biggest let down with the new Accord (TSX I think) is that there is no type R.

The Civic Type R has gone down a storm in the UK (197bhp)



Steve
 
It will definitely be targetted at older buyers. Expect the price to be in the $32-$34 range. That's a decent step up from the $26 that the TSX is (I got mine for just a shade under that).
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$32-$34?!?!?! :shocked :shocked :shocked



Where can I get one?! Nevermind one, I'll take ten! hehe ;)
 
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