2009 Acura TSX

2009 Acura TSX: have the strengths of the original been retained with the redesign?

by mkaresh in Cars & Motorsports, - Top 10
Jun 06 '08 - Updated Jul 10 '08 

Author's Product Rating:  Recommended: Yes 

Pros: Shifter, quick steering, refined engine, premium brand and features for $30,000
Cons: Driving position, steering not as direct and immediate as before, controversial front end
The Bottom Line: Not as distinctive a driving experience as before, but still a good choice for those who prioritize handling and premium features over brute acceleration.

Five years ago, Honda filled the space vacated by the four-door Integra by rebadging the more compact, four-cylinder-only European-market Accord as an Acura. Underpowered and undersized by current American standards, the first TSX carved out a niche for ...

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