Rameel Isaac

I am probably going to save $$ for the 2013 models to come out but i love Honda/Acura and after owning a 11' Accord, TOO slow/soft and not so luxury obviously, i am going to sell it. But i just have a few questions....

Is the TL worth the extra 5 grand lets say for the base over the TSX?

At my age (19), is it a safer bet to go with TSX?

Also, i heard they were going to combine the two into the TLX? Should i wait for late 2013 to find out?

Thanks! Looking forward for a good discussion.

potmilkz

both are almost the same price

both fwd and both with underbody spoiler kits.

who wouldnt chose a tl over a tsx. if given the offer to anyone, they would choose the TL just because overall its a nicer value over the tsx.

Rameel Isaac

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both are almost the same price

both fwd and both with underbody spoiler kits.

who wouldnt chose a tl over a tsx. if given the offer to anyone, they would choose the TL just because overall its a nicer value over the tsx.[/QUOTE]

When you say almost the same price, is 5k different almost the same price or can i can the price of a TL less than a 5k difference at like lets say, 2k/3k

Mitch-S

I test drove both TL and TSX special edition. The comparison is not even close.

TL has more power and it is bigger. The price difference was only $2k for me. I got a base TL.

Mitch-S

I test drove both TL and TSX special edition. The comparison is not even close.

TL has more power and it is bigger. The price difference was only $2k for me. I got a base TL.

potmilkz

if both are 2012 and both tech v6 yes they are both the same price.. 400 buck difference on acura website.

thats just an estimate too.

now if your looking a sh-awd then thats a whole different story.

if you campare both side by side with same features, TL wins

Rameel Isaac

Im talking about just the Base, I live in Arizona, I dont need sh-awd nor a NAV because the streets are too easy and i got an iphone,

im sorry i should of made it more clear, If we were comparing the BASE TL to the BASE/or SE TSX

ffiallo

There is NO comparison between the cars.
Note that you selected the Tech option, and you are stating that you do not need Navi, hence the pricing is much less. This applies to both.

potmilkz

they are still both 35k - 36k

now if your comparing a TSX V4 to a TL V6 then there is no comparison in price.

Edward'TLS

SH-AWD.

The TSX doesn't have it at any price.

potmilkz

why buy a civic when an accord is the same price???

jspagna1

For the price, I would get the TL Base. More bang for the buck. Bigger car more power and good reviews.
Not considering price, the TSX is a nice size now. Not too big, not too small. I would only buy the V6 for the power it offers. Reviews on the TSX have not been as favorable for the TSX as they have been for the TL.

Mitch-S

Just test drive both cars and you'll know what we are talking about.

docboy

^This... plus I wanted AWD, manual, nav, a nice engine, and historical above average reliability... a rarity in the automobile world.

I had a 05 TSX and wanted AWD for the winters and going up to the mountains. If the TSX had SH-AWD, I would have probably chosen the TSX over the TL (assuming the TSX with SH-AWD was cheaper).

Now if the TSX had SH-AWD, turbo 4 K24 engine, and a 6MT, that would be a no brainer wishlist...

devnull

No other words needed. A good programmer tries to find the most efficient way with the LEAST number of lines to code a program (with no semicolons you cheaters). If this statement was a program it would be perfection.

Treblig

^ However, if the TSX had SH-AWD I would have opted for the Sportwagon.

diddy_nyc

iTrader: (1)

The overall quality of the TL is far more superior than the TSX. Plus the TL is larger and TSX is sorta like a women's car.

Greggsg

First answer....

More cabin room. My daughter can fit behind me in my '10 TL SH AWD 6mt. the TSX is a 3 seater for me.....

second answer SH AWD

OpIv37

Base TSX isn't going to be any faster than your 4cyl Accord. You're talking 205 hp in the TSX I4 vs 280 in the TL base. A 4cyl Accord is going to be either 190 hp or 177. My last car was an 08 accord coupe with the 190 hp. I had a tSX special edition as a loaner, and it was almost the exact same car. The 15 extra hp made very little difference in how it drove.

And there isn't going to be a 2013 TSX. They are replacing it with the ILX, but the best engine they were putting in it is the same 205hp I4.

If you can't get the relatively rare TSX v6, go with the TL.

EazyRider562

You guys are killing me... TL over TSX any day of the week...

Or just a CPO 4G like I did.. I'm so stoked about my purchase last year, its ridiculous..... Enuf said.

EazyRider562

I'd take a high end Accord over a TSX imo. Anyday of the weeks.

potmilkz

you should really bring this thread up to the tsx side.. go tell all the v6 owners they made a bad decision.

like i said, and ill say it again..

why buy a civic (tsx) when an accord (TL) is the same price..?

aspecallday

His: Acura tl

hers: Tsx jus sayin

g37guy01

What's the same price crap? A tsx starts at 30k. 6k less than a TL. 41k for a tsx, no wonder Acura can't sell cars.

Are you buying outright, purchasing or leasing? Is buying an expensive car at 19 going to affect your finances down the line?

potmilkz

i think you got this all wrong.

if your really going try to compare a 4 cylinder to a 6 cylinder than yes, there is a 6k price gap. you have to compare a v6 to a v6 to see which is the better price.

no, you can buy a car at any age as long as you have a license and a whole lotta cash.. my little brother's friends bought a m3 in full at the age of 19.. well thats because his family is filthy rich and his monthly allowance is 3k a month since the age of 16.

Litt

You said the Accord was too slow.

Do not get a i4 TSX, it is underpowered.

If you want power you have to go for the V6 TSX. And that is almost the same price as the base TL.

g37guy01

Of course if you are the child of a filthy rich family, my comment does not count. But then again, why would the child of a filthy rich family even ponder a TSX? Why not just get an S600 or a GT-R?

Seriously friends of the family are "filthy rich" also, the parents have a head on their shoulders. Their kids drove used Accords. I am not the "morality police" on the internet, but some common sense is always in order.

potmilkz

i tried to explain this to the tsx v6 members.. i asked them why did they opted to get a TSX v6 Tech when you can get a TL v6 Tech for the same price.. their only response was that they liked the look of a tsx better than a TL..

ucf_bronco

iTrader: (1)

I agree with this. You are getting biased answers here, as you will there too I'm sure, but at least you can compare them.

Good luck!

potmilkz

oh you didnt know? there is one already

https://acurazine.com/forums/2g-tsx-2009-2014-143/

at the end, its just an overpriced accord.... its called an accord in japan for a reason.

ucf_bronco

iTrader: (1)

LMAO...just read through that thread. So many of them bash the TL's grille and make it seem that's the only reason they didn't buy it. Meanwhile, for about .6% more you can color match it. Not a valid reason on its own IMO.

I have never driven a TSX so I can't compare the two, but I needed something where I can have a person (non-midget) in the seat behind me and still have my seat in a comfortable position. I'm only 6' but I do like to lean back a bit. I also have a newborn daughter so I needed to be able to put a rear facing car seat in and still have room in the front seat.

Edward'TLS

And in Europe too.

European Honda Accord = North American Acura TSX.

HeartTLs

iTrader: (5)

Ive never driven a current gen tsx I4 or V6, how does it handle compared to a FWD TL?

potmilkz

honestly both i4 and v6 tsx feels the same as an accord.

well.. technically it is LOL

sorry correct link is

https://acurazine.com/forums/2g-tsx-2009-2014-143/why-did-you-choose-tsx-over-tl-if-not-856785/

n19htmare

I'm moving up from an RSX myself. Got married, kid on the way so getting into a family sedan.

I was eyeing the Lexus Is250, but it turned out to be a tiny little car and rather slow from what I've read.

now I keep going back and forth between the TL and the TSX 2010 models for both. Honestly, I think the 4th gen TL looks great. It's different and eye catching. Looks is such a subjective issue and most of the complaints I seem to be reading on the looks are from young teens etc.

The TL offers me a smoother ride for the commute to/from work during rush hour. This is a daily occurrence for me, so I need something comfortable and quiet. so after 8 hours of work, I can drive home in peace and comfort.

I guess when you grow up, get older, have a family, a job etc... other things start taking priority overy handling, lightweight, cornering etc.

That's why I'm going with the TL.

n19htmare

edit: "Now I kept going back and forth..."

HeartTLs

iTrader: (5)

Thing is I believe the FWD TL handles/corners better regardless of the extra weight. Since I've never driven a current gen TSX I cannot state it as a factual opinion but the 3G TL did have superior handling/corning than the 1G TSX, so it's a moot point for TSX'ers.

aspecallday

i have driven a few tsx and the best thing about them is that they are quick and acceleration happy cars.

Feels like shit after 80 and thats where a TL comes in to the picture

ive owned 3gens and now a 4g i could never see myself down grading to a tsx

I agree with potmilk,tsx v6 to me is an extremely dumb purchase.IMO

potmilkz

lol that is very true. most of the people on the tsx side are young-ins and like the idea of driving their acura like its a fancy sports car.

They talk about how it has sloppy steering, that it is heavier, or that the beak is a deal breaker.. but in reality 95% look for luxury and comfort, which tsx lack of and TL compensates for.



some can even say that the tsx is the is250 where the tl is the GS300.

if given the same price which one would you pick? its not exactly rocket science.

for the same price tsx v6 tech and TL Tech, your getting much more options.
-better sound system 440 watt vs 415 watt
-push start (tsx still uses key)
-door handle unlocking sensors (most luxury cars have this feature now, but tsx doesnt)
-10 way adjustible driver seat vs 8 way
-more solid (tsx is a little louder)
-much better refined car (we can all agree that the TL interior is much better than that Accord inspired interior)
-More room (we can all agree that the tsx is like the is250, virtually no room in the back)

http://www.acura.com/tools/pdf/GetFactsheet.ashx?t=pricing&model=TL&modelYear=201 2 <- tl fact sheet
http://www.acura.com/tools/pdf/GetFa...modelYear=2012 <- tsx fact sheet

n19htmare

Now the only issue is freaking finding what is in my budget and I honestly don't think I'm out of line here on my budget.

I want a
2010 Acura TL, preferably white or charcoal.
Technology package
Under 32K miles

My budget $27K OTD.

What do you guys think? Do-able?