youngmic

I took my TL in for some warranty work Thursday morning - rattles and body panel alignment issues. I've been driving a TSX for the last few days.

The TSX is a great car but I definitely miss my TL. It's a little ridiculous. Not only do I miss driving it, I actually miss being able to step outside to look at it. Hopefully, they'll have it ready for me on Monday.

Anyway, here's a few observations about the TSX (some obvious):

1. Despite the specs (i.e. only .4 in less legroom), it seems much smaller than the TL.
2. The stereo, though good, is no match for the TL's
3. Much less torque than the TL (I've read posts that claimed that the TSX has more - ?). I think the 6MT would be a must in this one.
4. This car has about 10K miles and there are rattles galore - especially when the stereo is turned up. Are the TSX's made in Japan? I thought these were supposed to display better build quality.
5. Seems like there is less steering boost.
6. It is definitely fun to whip around.
7. It is also definitely noisier and has a stiffer ride.
8. Overall power is good. I'd love to drive this with a V6 though.

Good car, but I miss my TL.

caball88

since this is a loaner car you have to remember that it gets beaten on quite a bit. the rattles and stuff may be customers getting this as a loaner and "test" driving it. i contemplated getting the TSX as well. the interior space was actually about the same but i liked the TL's more. plus the v6 was more fun than the 4 banger(nice power tho).

Lastdra900n

yea i also drove a loaner and believe i was in worst condition then you are. i couldnt wait to get my tl back. i even began to talk smack about the tsx to all my friends even though i knew it wasnt THAT bad.

mattlana

My loaner had less than 500 miles on it! The only thing I would add to youngmic's list (he summed it all up very well) is the bolstering on the front seats was too small for me. I am a big guy and the bolsters cut into my shoulders.