Next month's Consumer Reports Should Be Interesting
04-17-2009, 04:58 PM
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Next month's Consumer Reports Should Be Interesting
They're reviewing "Upscale Sedans" and they're comparing the Acura TSX, Audi A4, Infiniti G37 and Volkswagon CC.
Interesting to see that they didn't choose our TL for this comparo. Makes me feel good that they seem the view our "little sibling" as more natural competition to these other vehicles.
I've always felt that the TL competes at a different level than the cars they're comparing the TSX to...in spite of the fact that many will make direct comparisons of the TL to those cars.
Any bets on the order of finish? I'm guessing it'll be:
1st Place - G37
2nd Place - Volkswagon CC
3rd - Audi A4
4th - TSX
I hope I'm wrong but if I was betting that's the way I see it coming out.
Interesting to see that they didn't choose our TL for this comparo. Makes me feel good that they seem the view our "little sibling" as more natural competition to these other vehicles.
I've always felt that the TL competes at a different level than the cars they're comparing the TSX to...in spite of the fact that many will make direct comparisons of the TL to those cars.
Any bets on the order of finish? I'm guessing it'll be:
1st Place - G37
2nd Place - Volkswagon CC
3rd - Audi A4
4th - TSX
I hope I'm wrong but if I was betting that's the way I see it coming out.
04-17-2009, 05:14 PM
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I would agree with that ranking. Consumer Reports gave the G sedan very high marks in previous years, so it should come as no surprise if the G37 comes out on top. The CC and A4 are somewhat similar vehicles but the CC is a better value overall. Poor TSX.....a V6 should help next year.
04-18-2009, 01:20 PM
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Shitty comparison. How is an I4 anywhere near a 3.7 V6? CR is great when looking up the reliability of a car but their comparisons have a lot of room for improvement.
04-18-2009, 01:21 PM
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Maybe it'll be a '10 TSX with a V6 
04-19-2009, 05:38 AM
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The CC is only a "value" car if you get the 2.0L Turbo motor. Then the price is ~$28K. If you ask for the 3.6L, you start at $37K, then add options. OUCH.
I agree with the order, but the G37 in AWD form seems like the direct competitor to the Audi, a BMW 328xi, and a MB C350 4Matic. I think the TSX is a touch out of that league.
I agree with the order, but the G37 in AWD form seems like the direct competitor to the Audi, a BMW 328xi, and a MB C350 4Matic. I think the TSX is a touch out of that league.
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