2006 TSX Info...
#322
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Some more news for the future TSX models:
"TSX: The popular TSX sedan is slated to get a horsepower increase for the 2006 model year. A redesign is scheduled for the 2007 or 2008 model year at which time, sources say, coupe and convertible models may be added. It is also possible that Acura may offer a V-6 for the next generation."
http://www.autoweek.com/news.cms?newsId=102996
"TSX: The popular TSX sedan is slated to get a horsepower increase for the 2006 model year. A redesign is scheduled for the 2007 or 2008 model year at which time, sources say, coupe and convertible models may be added. It is also possible that Acura may offer a V-6 for the next generation."
http://www.autoweek.com/news.cms?newsId=102996
#323
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Originally Posted by Trance_Tsx
wish they made tsx in some sort of gunmetal like silverstone metallic or magnesium instead of cg
ah well, the cg is still pretty sweet...
#324
Leasing TSX within 3 weeks
Just wondering if there's an estimate for the MSRP of 06 TSX. I talked to a dealer a week ago and she can get me 05 TSX for $2000 under MSRP. But new 06 TSX will have no discount for sure. So even if MSRP stays the same, it's at least $2000 difference. If MSRP was to raise, it would be a $2000+the raise difference. Is this worth the extra stuff new in the 06?
Thanks for any feedback.
Thanks for any feedback.
#325
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Originally Posted by krypt0n1te83
Just wondering if there's an estimate for the MSRP of 06 TSX. I talked to a dealer a week ago and she can get me 05 TSX for $2000 under MSRP. But new 06 TSX will have no discount for sure. So even if MSRP stays the same, it's at least $2000 difference. If MSRP was to raise, it would be a $2000+the raise difference. Is this worth the extra stuff new in the 06?
Thanks for any feedback.
Thanks for any feedback.
Ask yourself if the extra stuff is worth $2000 to you.
#326
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Originally Posted by GIBSON6594
Some more news for the future TSX models:
"TSX: The popular TSX sedan is slated to get a horsepower increase for the 2006 model year. A redesign is scheduled for the 2007 or 2008 model year at which time, sources say, coupe and convertible models may be added. It is also possible that Acura may offer a V-6 for the next generation."
http://www.autoweek.com/news.cms?newsId=102996
"TSX: The popular TSX sedan is slated to get a horsepower increase for the 2006 model year. A redesign is scheduled for the 2007 or 2008 model year at which time, sources say, coupe and convertible models may be added. It is also possible that Acura may offer a V-6 for the next generation."
http://www.autoweek.com/news.cms?newsId=102996
#327
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Originally Posted by krypt0n1te83
Thanks for any feedback.
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Originally Posted by thedavej2001
Based on the info we know on the new 2006 tsx, what do u guys suspect the 0-60 time to be for an automatic?
thanks!
thanks!
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I picked up my car from the dealer today (fog lamps got installed) and found out that they don't expect their first shipment of 2006 TSXs until Mid-Nov begining of December.....
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Originally Posted by STL
I think Autoweek is just grasping. What Honda V6 engine would fit in the TSX? I am under the impression they don't have one that will, and I seriously doubt Honda will make one just for the TSX. I think we'll see a I5 or even a turbo I4 before we'll see a V6 in the TSX.
Doesn't the Accord have a V-6 in it?
The engine bay of the TSX and the Accord does not differ by enough to prevent a 6 cyl from fitting under our hoods.
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Originally Posted by cmf
Doesn't the Accord have a V-6 in it?
The engine bay of the TSX and the Accord does not differ by enough to prevent a 6 cyl from fitting under our hoods.
The engine bay of the TSX and the Accord does not differ by enough to prevent a 6 cyl from fitting under our hoods.
#333
Buying 2005 TSX Thursday
I am purchasing and picking up a 2005 TSX on Thursday for my wife and wondered if I should hold off??? I would love more Torque at the low end and wonder about the "06". (also sounds like big changes when 2 dealers mininmized the changes saying only interior changes like computer readout...
I ended up $577 under invoice and felt I got a good deal...
I ended up $577 under invoice and felt I got a good deal...
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Originally Posted by Klang
I am purchasing and picking up a 2005 TSX on Thursday for my wife and wondered if I should hold off??? I would love more Torque at the low end and wonder about the "06". (also sounds like big changes when 2 dealers mininmized the changes saying only interior changes like computer readout...
I ended up $577 under invoice and felt I got a good deal...
I ended up $577 under invoice and felt I got a good deal...
#336
03, 04, 05, now 06 face it cars like computers age rapidly when wieghed against the latest and greatest. As a proud owner of a 03 ( called 04) I though I could have avoided the door rattle recall if only I had bought in 04. I have wondered about the XM pimple, passenger seat motors, lighted stearing wheel controls (if only I had held out two years). Now I wonder about the extra 10 ponies, torque, rear lights and memory seat settings (if only I had held out for 3 years).
But if I had held out I would have been driving an aging 94 Civic coupe with manual seats, cassette deck 124 hp engine, no ABS, no VSA with a poor AC system -- instead I have been enjoying my TSX. Which worse case is a wee bit slow off the line, doesn't sport the XM zit, and my passanger has to adjust their own seat using muscle power while cool air blows upon their faces.
Live in the "now". Enjoy what you have. Buy when you want. Be happy.
Freaky idea, I know.
But if I had held out I would have been driving an aging 94 Civic coupe with manual seats, cassette deck 124 hp engine, no ABS, no VSA with a poor AC system -- instead I have been enjoying my TSX. Which worse case is a wee bit slow off the line, doesn't sport the XM zit, and my passanger has to adjust their own seat using muscle power while cool air blows upon their faces.
Live in the "now". Enjoy what you have. Buy when you want. Be happy.
Freaky idea, I know.
#337
I'm the Firestarter
Originally Posted by STL
I think Autoweek is just grasping. What Honda V6 engine would fit in the TSX? I am under the impression they don't have one that will, and I seriously doubt Honda will make one just for the TSX. I think we'll see a I5 or even a turbo I4 before we'll see a V6 in the TSX.
#338
Drifting
Originally Posted by redpaul
03, 04, 05, now 06 face it cars like computers age rapidly when wieghed against the latest and greatest. As a proud owner of a 03 ( called 04) I though I could have avoided the door rattle recall if only I had bought in 04. I have wondered about the XM pimple, passenger seat motors, lighted stearing wheel controls (if only I had held out two years). Now I wonder about the extra 10 ponies, torque, rear lights and memory seat settings (if only I had held out for 3 years).
But if I had held out I would have been driving an aging 94 Civic coupe with manual seats, cassette deck 124 hp engine, no ABS, no VSA with a poor AC system -- instead I have been enjoying my TSX. Which worse case is a wee bit slow off the line, doesn't sport the XM zit, and my passanger has to adjust their own seat using muscle power while cool air blows upon their faces.
Live in the "now". Enjoy what you have. Buy when you want. Be happy.
Freaky idea, I know.
But if I had held out I would have been driving an aging 94 Civic coupe with manual seats, cassette deck 124 hp engine, no ABS, no VSA with a poor AC system -- instead I have been enjoying my TSX. Which worse case is a wee bit slow off the line, doesn't sport the XM zit, and my passanger has to adjust their own seat using muscle power while cool air blows upon their faces.
Live in the "now". Enjoy what you have. Buy when you want. Be happy.
Freaky idea, I know.
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Joining the Acura family and wanting the 2006 TSX
This is my first post. I found this community because I wanted to find out about the 2006 TSX before going out and buying the 2005 TSX. I was brought into the Acura showroom because I really like the TL and discovered the TSX. I still like the TL but the 60/40 split fold down rear seats better suits my needs. I also like the better fuel economy, the lower price and the side mirrors with the signal indicators.
It looks like the 2006 will have the two things that I missed from the TL which is the memory seats and the bluetooth. The added horsepower will also be nice although the existing horsepower was just fine.
The Acura salesperson today told me that the 2006's will arrive in December. I will join the Acura family then.
(Years ago I was in the Honda family with a 1976 Honda Civic CVCC, 1977 Accourd coupe and later on with other Civics and a 1985 prelude.)
Excited!
It looks like the 2006 will have the two things that I missed from the TL which is the memory seats and the bluetooth. The added horsepower will also be nice although the existing horsepower was just fine.
The Acura salesperson today told me that the 2006's will arrive in December. I will join the Acura family then.
(Years ago I was in the Honda family with a 1976 Honda Civic CVCC, 1977 Accourd coupe and later on with other Civics and a 1985 prelude.)
Excited!
#340
Am I the only person who thinks that a V6 would be a bad choice for the TSX? Compared to an inline-four, it would add more weight and more torque steer (more torque=more torque steer). As long as you're going to have a FWD sport sedan, I think a high-revving inline-four is actually a better choice than a torquey V6.
#342
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Originally Posted by Mitlov
Am I the only person who thinks that a V6 would be a bad choice for the TSX? Compared to an inline-four, it would add more weight and more torque steer (more torque=more torque steer). As long as you're going to have a FWD sport sedan, I think a high-revving inline-four is actually a better choice than a torquey V6.
#343
She said: it's GINORMOUS!
^^ i agree honda needs to leave the V6 out of the car. with a turbo, little firmer suspension and thicker rear sway, this chassis is great. no need to upset it!
#344
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hehe dealer told me mid october for the new tsxs with all the contrary dealers that no so much all that certain is that it will arrive sometime after i post this
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Originally Posted by Trance_Tsx
hehe dealer told me mid october for the new tsxs with all the contrary dealers that no so much all that certain is that it will arrive sometime after i post this
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Mine's Ordered
I ordered my '06 early this week (put the $500 down and all). Dealer said it would be here in November.
I've been talking to a lot of dealers over the last month, so here are the hints I've picked up:
-- The manager of a dealership where 2+ hours of negotiation left us $500 apart on an '05 told me, when I said I'd be going for an '06 instead, "well, the deal will be the same."
-- Last Sunday the sales manager where I ordered my '06 said the price increase would be 1/2 % over the '05.
-- Based on asking them all when full info will be out, I think it will be next week.
(Oh, yeah, White/Parch 5AT, my first AT ever. I'm getting old.)
I've been talking to a lot of dealers over the last month, so here are the hints I've picked up:
-- The manager of a dealership where 2+ hours of negotiation left us $500 apart on an '05 told me, when I said I'd be going for an '06 instead, "well, the deal will be the same."
-- Last Sunday the sales manager where I ordered my '06 said the price increase would be 1/2 % over the '05.
-- Based on asking them all when full info will be out, I think it will be next week.
(Oh, yeah, White/Parch 5AT, my first AT ever. I'm getting old.)
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2006 TSX - increased production?
I'll be purchasing a 2006 TSX whenever they come out, and I recently emailed back and forth with about 5 dealers in the DC-Metro area.
One mentioned to me that he believed Acura would be increasing production of the 2006 around December of this year. Specifically, he said: "We do expect Acura to increase production after December to help meet the overwhelming demand for the 2006 TSX." I was under the impression that the TSX production facility was almost already maxed out re: production. Is the salesman correct?
I was just wondering about this. Thanks.
One mentioned to me that he believed Acura would be increasing production of the 2006 around December of this year. Specifically, he said: "We do expect Acura to increase production after December to help meet the overwhelming demand for the 2006 TSX." I was under the impression that the TSX production facility was almost already maxed out re: production. Is the salesman correct?
I was just wondering about this. Thanks.
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Didn't the Euro Accord (TSX) come out in Japan in 2002 and won car of the year there in 2003? So, I would assume that the next generation Accord there in Japan will show up in either Fall 2006 or 2007. Then, we could see how the next generation TSX will look like based on this.
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what are the chances that the restyle could include other JDM parts like the Modulo full bumper. that would be an easy way to further separate the tsx from the usdm accord (ie. make it sportier) without a lot of work...
just a thought. stealing from parts bins isn't always a bad thing.
just a thought. stealing from parts bins isn't always a bad thing.
#358
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First Pic
The October Road & Track has a small picture of the 06 TSX.
- head lights look the same, maybe a tad slimmer
- grill is slimmer and less pronounced. They have a small body color strip between the hood and the grill and have removed the chrome trim from the hood too.
- fogs are integrated into the air intake in the lower portion of the bumper and not in the bumper like the RL.
- alloys are nine oval, slim bars. I like the current ones better though.
- the lower body sill is a bit more pronounced to stand out more
- 3/4 front view only, so no rear shot
Overall the restyle is very subtle with the fogs standing out the most.
- head lights look the same, maybe a tad slimmer
- grill is slimmer and less pronounced. They have a small body color strip between the hood and the grill and have removed the chrome trim from the hood too.
- fogs are integrated into the air intake in the lower portion of the bumper and not in the bumper like the RL.
- alloys are nine oval, slim bars. I like the current ones better though.
- the lower body sill is a bit more pronounced to stand out more
- 3/4 front view only, so no rear shot
Overall the restyle is very subtle with the fogs standing out the most.