Acura: TSX News
#1441
The sizzle in the Steak
Originally Posted by Belzebutt
I'm ok with all the buttons, how old are you guys that you find that intimidating?
#1442
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this is disappointing...i wonder what the next TL will look...considering the last TSX and TL looked similar...those gauges dont look as nice as the old one...looks like cheap plastic and for $35k forget it...thats stepping into IS250/G35 soon to b G37 territory
#1443
Originally Posted by MaximaPower
this is disappointing...i wonder what the next TL will look...considering the last TSX and TL looked similar...those gauges dont look as nice as the old one...looks like cheap plastic and for $35k forget it...thats stepping into IS250/G35 soon to b G37 territory
Yea, I rather get Hyundai Gesis sedan. Hyundai Genesis probably will have more features, and HP, TQ with similar price
#1445
how handsome I am
Wow I hadnt realized how much a 35k TSX looks like a 25k accord on the center console. How embarrassing.
for 35k buy an accord v6 with every option available.. and be happy
for 35k buy an accord v6 with every option available.. and be happy
#1446
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Originally Posted by agranado
Wow I hadnt realized how much a 35k TSX looks like a 25k accord on the center console. How embarrassing.
for 35k buy an accord v6 with every option available.. and be happy
for 35k buy an accord v6 with every option available.. and be happy
TSX interior always looked like the Accords. Didnt bother most since we know how well both cars are selling.
Theres still plenty of people who dont want the Accord, mostly due to its size. My mom picked the TSX over the Accord for that exact reason.
As for the new TSX interior, I like it. I LOVE having lots of buttons and was upset when all cars were going with the "I-drive" type of technology.
Exterior looks better than the current gen, minus the grill. With that said, I doubt my mom will be running off to trade up.
#1449
Pro
Here are a couple more I did.
Graphite RJ Legends with tint.
Black RJ Legends.
Wish we had a turbo Type-S.
Sorry for the bad pictures. They were done in paint shop.
Graphite RJ Legends with tint.
Black RJ Legends.
Wish we had a turbo Type-S.
Sorry for the bad pictures. They were done in paint shop.
#1452
The sizzle in the Steak
What a mess...that side profile shows how bad the design does not flow.
It's a miss-match of odd panels and angles.
It's a miss-match of odd panels and angles.
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why is honda/acura so freaking cheap with their designs. Acura (higher class of honda) always has the same exact designs. And All acura interior somewhat looks the same as the honda. The interior of this car looks just like the accord, dash, center console, etc.
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Those gauges look like an old GM car with the font they used. And just my opinion, but I think the current gauges look MUCH better.
#1462
The sizzle in the Steak
Originally Posted by tsxgoogs
I saw it in person yesterday at the NYAS and it dosnt look that bad, but i dont think i could live with the power
#1464
Originally Posted by Moog-Type-S
I'm sure that's the response Acura was looking for from car buyers.
Last edited by FiveLiterCheater; 03-26-2008 at 12:55 PM.
#1465
The sizzle in the Steak
Originally Posted by JJaber06
You act like Acura is the only one releasing crappy designs The entire industry is running out the ideas. I think Nissans upcoming line-up is probably the worst, esp the new Murano and Sentra Hopefully they fix the tumors growing out of the new Maxima's headlights
I think you will find that I will like or dislike any car regardless of MFG.
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Autoblog first drive
First drive by autoblog
http://www.autoblog.com/2008/03/27/first-drive-2009-acura-tsx/
Before actually getting behind the wheel, we spent significant time doing a walk-around of the car and scrutinizing the new design. The new TSX is definitely larger – 3.0 inches wider, 2.4 inches longer, a 2.6-inch wider track, and a 1.3-inch longer wheelbase. This, combined with an overall height that has been decreased by .6 inches, gives the new TSX a much more aggressive stance than before. Adding to the new look is what Acura calls "Keen-Edged Styling" that includes a new "Signature Power Plenum Grille," slight fender flares, and sharper, edgier styling than the previous design. It's polarizing for sure, but as we've mentioned before, looks better in light colors. The interior meanwhile features a similar theme with sharp, contrasting edges that make the old design look soft in comparison.
After getting acquainted with the car it was time to get on the road. The wider stance as well as new dual-mode dampers provide a comfortable ride at pretty much any speed, but also allow for a quick and direct turn-in. The steering is also weighted nicely and accurate, things we're used to in the TSX by now. While we had no complaints about handling, the powertrain was mediocre at best. The 2.4-liter inline-4 is sufficient, but still lacks real grunt. At least 4,000 rpm is required to motivate the TSX to go anywhere, but even the upper part of the rpm range isn't that fun to work with. You would hope that a high-revving engine would allow you to move through the gears quickly, but the TSX revs painfully slow, and the optional six-speed is sloppy and vague. To its credit, Acura made an effort to improve the powertrain for 2009 by revising valve timing, increasing compression, and improving the intake and exhaust flow, but it really isn't enough when compared to other engine options in this segment. Despite the inevitable torque steer that would come with it, we're still hoping for that turbocharged inline-4!
While we were left wanting more with the powertrain, we did enjoy Acura's optional technology package that came with our car. It includes a host of features including Acura's navigation system with real-time traffic and weather, XM satellite radio and a spectacular ten-speaker surround sound system with six-disc CD/DVD changer. Add to this the standard Bluetooth and USB port interface, and Acura should do well with the younger, more tech-savvy audience.
Despite the 2009 TSX being an all-new car, it almost feels like a refresh. While those in tune with the automotive industry will know the difference, the general consumer might not see a difference because of the relatively similar powertrain and styling compared to the previous model.
Overall it was tough to emotionally connect with the TSX. There's nothing wrong with the car, but nothing that jumps out and grabs us either. It does its job without much fuss, but never gets your adrenaline pumping either. After chatting with our fellow editor and codriver for some time during the drive, we even found that we forgot we were driving the TSX. It just sort of faded to the background as we ate up the miles. The interesting part is that this fits who will most likely be interested in the TSX. It's the type of car that one can buy and just forget about. It's something that doesn't appeal to the enthusiast side of us, but there are no doubt plenty of consumers who want a sub-$30,000 luxury car that is worry free, has excellent reliability and a great resale value. It would also be perfect for the young business professional who wants a nice car, but doesn't want something as flashy as a BMW or Mercedes.
After getting acquainted with the car it was time to get on the road. The wider stance as well as new dual-mode dampers provide a comfortable ride at pretty much any speed, but also allow for a quick and direct turn-in. The steering is also weighted nicely and accurate, things we're used to in the TSX by now. While we had no complaints about handling, the powertrain was mediocre at best. The 2.4-liter inline-4 is sufficient, but still lacks real grunt. At least 4,000 rpm is required to motivate the TSX to go anywhere, but even the upper part of the rpm range isn't that fun to work with. You would hope that a high-revving engine would allow you to move through the gears quickly, but the TSX revs painfully slow, and the optional six-speed is sloppy and vague. To its credit, Acura made an effort to improve the powertrain for 2009 by revising valve timing, increasing compression, and improving the intake and exhaust flow, but it really isn't enough when compared to other engine options in this segment. Despite the inevitable torque steer that would come with it, we're still hoping for that turbocharged inline-4!
While we were left wanting more with the powertrain, we did enjoy Acura's optional technology package that came with our car. It includes a host of features including Acura's navigation system with real-time traffic and weather, XM satellite radio and a spectacular ten-speaker surround sound system with six-disc CD/DVD changer. Add to this the standard Bluetooth and USB port interface, and Acura should do well with the younger, more tech-savvy audience.
Despite the 2009 TSX being an all-new car, it almost feels like a refresh. While those in tune with the automotive industry will know the difference, the general consumer might not see a difference because of the relatively similar powertrain and styling compared to the previous model.
Overall it was tough to emotionally connect with the TSX. There's nothing wrong with the car, but nothing that jumps out and grabs us either. It does its job without much fuss, but never gets your adrenaline pumping either. After chatting with our fellow editor and codriver for some time during the drive, we even found that we forgot we were driving the TSX. It just sort of faded to the background as we ate up the miles. The interesting part is that this fits who will most likely be interested in the TSX. It's the type of car that one can buy and just forget about. It's something that doesn't appeal to the enthusiast side of us, but there are no doubt plenty of consumers who want a sub-$30,000 luxury car that is worry free, has excellent reliability and a great resale value. It would also be perfect for the young business professional who wants a nice car, but doesn't want something as flashy as a BMW or Mercedes.
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Originally Posted by JediMindTricks
^pretty much what we all said/thought even though none of us have driven it.
#1470
The sizzle in the Steak
More sailplane footage....less TSX footage, please.:wink:
#1473
Originally Posted by xjohnkdoex
short driving footage from vtec.net.
gauge cluster looks lame.
http://www.vtec.net/news/news-item?news_item_id=751734
gauge cluster looks lame.
http://www.vtec.net/news/news-item?news_item_id=751734
#1475
Its actually starting to grow on me....I was reading the first impressions in some car magazines and it doesn't seem like they had anything bad to say about it. Looks pretty slick in black....and it looks like it'll look much better in motion than it does in pictures.
#1478
The sizzle in the Steak
Originally Posted by phile
The gauges probably look cooler at night. Doesn't matter, so far, I'm really not feeling the interior details. Overall layout is good, but the minor details are so disappointing.
:wink:
#1479
I feel the need...
Originally Posted by Jackygor
Truthfully, an evaluation of the TSX doesn't show its real potential with buyers. It has been and is still a smart and logical buy. What it really comes down to is, despite its mediocre powertrain and lack of charisma, the TSX is one of the few cars we wouldn't mind using as a daily driver... as long as we had something more fun waiting for us when we got home.