INFORMATION SUPPLIED BY ACURA

All-New Acura TSX Sports Sedan Makes World Debut
at North American International Auto Show

DETROIT, January 5, 2003 ˇV The all-new Acura TSX sports sedan made its world debut at the North American International Auto Show today, giving Acuraˇ¦s lineup an entry luxury performance vehicle positioned between the hot-selling RSX sports coupe and Acuraˇ¦s top-selling 3.2 TL luxury performance sedan.
ˇ§The TSX is designed to compete head on with other premium sport sedans from Europe and Japan,ˇ¨ said **** Colliver, Acura executive vice president, sales. ˇ§With 200 horsepower, a 6-speed manual transmission, race-bred suspension and an abundance of features, the TSX has what it takes to be a success in this hotly contested segment.ˇ¨
The TSX features a 2.4-liter DOHC, i-VTEC engine that generates 200 horsepower at 6800 rpm and 166 lb-ft of torque at 4500 rpm. The i-VTEC ˇ§intelligentˇ¨ valve-control system adjusts valve timing and lift for enhanced performance across a broad power band in addition to improved fuel economy and reduced exhaust emissions.

The TSX is equipped with a drive-by-wire throttle control system for smooth acceleration. It comes with either a close-ratio 6-speed manual transmission or a performance-oriented 5-speed Sequential SportShift㤠automatic transmission for precise control of the powerful engine.
To deliver precise, responsive handling, the TSX utilizes an extremely rigid unit body structure, a race-bred, 4-wheel-independent double-wishbone suspension, Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA), 17-inch alloy wheels and P215/50R17 all-season performance tires.
The TSX features an aggressive wedge design with strong character lines and a highly aerodynamic body. In front, styling cues include Acuraˇ¦s signature 5-sided grille, stylish High Intensity Discharge (HID) head lights and lower air intakes that evoke the image of racing brake ducts. In the rear, the backlight slopes to meet a short trunk lid, which terminates sharply to help air separate cleanly off the back of the car at speed.
The cockpit of the TSX is sporty yet refined. It is comprehensively equipped with deeply-bolstered perforated leather seating, a power moonroof, a leather-wrapped three-spoke sport steering wheel with integrated audio and cruise controls, dual-zone automatic climate control, an Acura premium audio system, power windows and door locks and keyless entry. The Acura TSX sport sedan will go on sale at Acura dealerships nationwide in April 2003.

POWERTRAIN

Engine Type
16-valve, DOHC, 2.4-liter, I-VTEC 4-cylinder

Horsepower, SAE Net
200 hp @ 6800 rpm

Torque, SAE Net
166 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm

Emission Control
LEV-2 (Low Emissions Vehicle-II)

Transmission


6-speed manual
or
5-speed Sequential SportShift㤠automatic

CHASSIS

Body Type
Steel unit body

Front Suspension
Independent double-wishbone with coil springs and stabilizer bar

Rear Suspension
Independent multi-link double-wishbone with coil springs and stabilizer bar

Steering Type
Rack-and-pinion

Wheels
17x7 7-spoke alloy wheels

Tires
P215/50R17

Braking System

4-wheel disc brakes with 4-channel ABS
FUEL ECONOMY

Estimated EPA Fuel MileageˇVCity/ Highway*

Manual: 21/29
Automatic: 22/31

* Preliminary EPA mileage estimates determined by Honda. Final EPA mileage estimates were not available at the time of printing. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage may vary.

 

In other words, an overpriced Accord... rolleyes.gif

 

U know it looks kinda plain and not to my liking like I thought that it would be changed and brought over as from the Accord Type R version It looks just like the regualar accord with the J-spec look but with a TL grill and the new Accords Wheels....I would encorporated a sleek 5-door, with the Type R's looks, with a CL Type S look and some styling cues from the, NSX....I mean it will sell because people are to dumb to see thats its the same old accord from last year, and the new one is just the same acorrd with a longer wheel base and more power....I was still hoping for RWD/AWD, a V6 or V8 But now im disapointed...I mean, everyone thinks that my car looks like an RSX and they get confused and I say well that the new TSX should look some what similar but now I see they are just going to keep it plain...Like some one said an over price accord just like the Old Vigor was....And also if u look close into the head lights it looks like they were taking from the Odyssey

But I sure do love the new Element now I can say i might buy that honda and a new one at that for the price it seems like its worth it. the only thing I just wish it had the Preludes 4 Cylinder...

[ January 06, 2003, 11:37 PM: Message edited by: Jaime ]

 

The TSX is actually the European/Japanese version of the Accord.

The USA spec Accord is bigger/longer/wider and has the V6 option.

 

Looks great, if I had a family I would consider it.

 

I don't really like it, and I like the RSX, hmm, oh wells...

 

I was saying that it is the J spec version except when it does come over here, as a Type S or an Type R if Permisable it will have a 3.2 V6 rating at 240-260Hp and the other 3.2's in the Model line up's will be rasied and the RL should get the V8

 

DETROIT AUTO SHOW: Acura unveils TSX sports sedan MY2004 TSX sports sedan revealed

Acura has unveiled the new TSX sports sedan, positioned between the RSX sports coupe and the TL luxury performance sedan. The vehicle is powered by a 200 hp, four-cylinder engine combined with a six-speed manual transmission and features a race-bred independent suspension.
The new TSX is expected to arrive at dealers in April.

Engineering features:
- 2.4L DOHC i-VTEC aluminum engine
- 200hp at 6800rpm and 166lb-ft at 4,500 rpm
- drive-by-wire throttle system
- close-ratio 6-speed manual transmission
- optional 5-speed Sequential SportShift automatic transmission
- 4-wheel independent suspension
- 4-wheel ABS brakes
- Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA)
- 17" alloy wheels w/ 215/50 V-rated tires
- side curtain airbags
- HID headlights

Luxury features:
- perforated leather seats
- power tilt/slide glass sunroof
- dual-zone climate control
- 360-watt Acura premium audio system with 6-disc CD changer & 8 speakers
- tilt/telescopic, leather stearing wheel w/ remote steering controls
- power locks w/ keyless entry
- optional Acura Navigation System w/ Voice Recognition

Dimensions:
- length: 183.3 in (4657mm)
- width: 69.4 in (1762mm)
- height: 57.3 in (1456)
- passenger volume: 90.9 cu ft
- cargo volume: 13.2 cu ft

 

I'd drive that...

 

Looks like a Toyota Camry