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by mkaresh  in Cars & Motorsports,  - Top 10
May 13 '03 - Updated Jun 22 '05
Author's Product Rating:  Recommended: Yes 
Pros: Steering, handling, peak power, refinement, quality, cargo space
Cons: Weak midrange, cramped rear seat
The Bottom Line: I am conflicted on this car. It exceeds expectations in so many ways only to have the engine disappoint in normal driving.
My sister owned one of the first generation Integras, a 1989 if memory serves. The reviews were good, but I personally found the car cramped, noisy, and insubstantial feeling. Integras grew more refined over the years, but never seemed suited to a luxury ...
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by zwall
May 17 '05
Author's Product Rating:  Recommended: Yes
Pros: Power is incredible, Looks (get it in black), Sound System...
Cons: Hmmm, can't think of any so far...
The Bottom Line: Buy it! It's worth every penny you'll spend!
It's crazy I know...but I'm lovin it!!! I'm 18. I bought/was given, a 2003 Acura RSX-S with about 38000 miles on it. Got it for 17 grand. It's got a modded air intake system, charcoal gray rims...loaded. I'm a web developer, and I closed a deal with a ...
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by ryangibson77
Mar 01 '07
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Looks, power, handling, auto climate control, sound system
Cons: Requires premium fuel, rough ride, noisy highway speeds, needs deeper bass from sub.
The Bottom Line: Perfect for the daily driver that wants to look forward to driving home.
POWER (Type-S) Compared to the average 4-banger, the engine rocks. Power delivery is very smooth and linear. Passing at any speed is predictable and confidence inspiring. If you are used to a six or eight cylinder engine, it will take some getting ...
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by nt_colonel
Apr 11 '05
Author's Product Rating:  Recommended: No 
Pros: versatile, fuel efficient, fast once wound up, great for interstate/highway driving
Cons: premium fuel(Type S), stock tires awful in wet weather, disproportionately high insurance
The Bottom Line: Look at the 2005 V6 Mustang & the Subaru WRX in addition to this. The insurance is cheaper. Sports cars should not come in FWD.
The Acura RSX Type S is a fascinating vehicle. Somehow, engineers managed to squeeze 200hp out of a motor that is only 2 liters in displacement. In doing so, the engineers also managed to get a vehicle that could get 34 mpg on the highway and has ...
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by kpmt012
Sep 01 '04
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Acceleration, handling, great looking, loads of aftermarket parts available
Cons: HORRIBLE turn radius, Cramped back seat, You see them everywhere
The Bottom Line: The best value for your dollar available right now. Use the extra loots to turn this car into a beast.
First of all, I am a huge Toyotaphile. I normally hate Honda and consider them "the enemy". About a year ago, my girlfriend got an RSX despite my numerous objections. What can I say? This car blew me away. The RSX is beautifully sleek, unbelievably ...
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by chucky20
Mar 30 '03 - Updated Mar 31 '03
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Acceleration, Handling, Interior, and Value
Cons: Bass on the stereo, tires
The Bottom Line: The Acura RSX Type-S has the best blend of good looks, refinement, performance, and price out of all the cars I was considering and I highly recommend it.
Background:
The Acura RSX came out in 2002 as the replacement for the Integra. Currently there are two models available, the base model with either 5-speed automatic w/sportshift or 5-speed manual and the Type-S model with a 6-speed manual...
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by japs52
Sep 18 '03 - Updated Sep 21 '03
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Sporty and classy exterior, superb transmission, handling, tasteful interior, peppy 4 cyl engine.
Cons: Somewhat harsh ride, road noise, firm seating, missing some little amenities. High Insurance. Thanks Kids!
The Bottom Line: Have some fun driving, no need to be an old fart when you can park this beauty in your lot. Buy it!!!. You will not be disappointed.
I recently purchased a White Base Acura RSX, despite the fact that I'm a lot older than your typical buyer of this make and model. Coming from a late model Honda Accord Sedan, I can only say this baby ROCKS big time, and I would highly recommend this to a ...
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by johnqsmith
Aug 10 '07 - Updated Jun 07 '08
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: handling, mileage, power, interior, style
Cons: road noise, long trip comfort, safety (esp. no side-curtain airbags)
The Bottom Line: With the base engine and automatic transmission, this sure isn't the sports car that the Type-S is, but it still makes for a fun and practical daily driver.
I purchased this car from a dealer a month ago with 62000 miles for about $12900. Mostly I was drawn to the highly regarded handling, which is sharp, with only a hint of body roll. After taking a test drive though, I was happy to find just enough ...
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by enigma2142
Nov 13 '06 - Updated Nov 25 '06
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Great gas mileage
Pepy city car
Nice drive
Awsome interior design
Cons: Engine noise may offend the elderly
RPM guage hard to see for tall people
The Bottom Line: Overall great design with minor complaints... I would recommend this car to anyone who can outright buy one.
And if u finance get a used one with lox kms.
I purchased my 2003 RSX TYPE-S November 12 2006. I choose the color blue without the spoiler. The car had aftermarket clear tailights already installed and they actually look natural. The Acura has 45000kms, was garage kept and lady driven. the car was ...
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by solushunz
Nov 09 '04
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Good Looks, Honda Reliability, Quick, Fast, Corners and stops like a race car.
Cons: Potential to speed (but that is why we buy the Type S)
The Bottom Line: I highly recommend the Type S, because it delivers on every promise to perform (and that it does well)
I must say up front that this is a very biased review. I've owned 2 Honda products (accord & prelude) and 1 Acura Integra. The RSX Type S is my 4th Honda product and by far the best. It is a real blast to drive and provides a fun factor well above 10. ...
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by bathtub
Sep 22 '05
Author's Product Rating:  Recommended: No
Pros: Top end power, fun, yet easy to drive, rear hatch space
Cons: Low end power, seats, riding over bumps, back seat room
I have owned the following cars: Gremlin X, Mustang Cobra with a 350cu inch engine, 355 gears etc. BMW 325i, Toyota supercharged MR2, Volvo 850R. This is how the 2003 RSX Type S after driving it for more than a year fits in. (And don't ask why I'm ...
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by jei_aguinaldo
Dec 05 '07
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: It's a Honda/Acura, Reliable, Dependable, Smoothe, Excellent Styling, Comfortable, Plenty of Torque!
Cons: They stopped making these after 2006 =(
The Bottom Line: Saying that this car is the best car ever would be an understatement.
My first Acura I ever bought was my 2003 Acura RSX Base (Not Type-S). Previously, I have been an avid Honda fan and I decided that it was time I try Honda's upper-end vehicles, an Acura. What brought me to the Acura RSX was it's sleek and stylish design, ...
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by jhodg0112
Aug 31 '06
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Quick throttle; rail-like handling; luxurious, practical interior; fun to drive; reliable
Cons: Stock tires in the rain; Nothing else!
The Bottom Line: If you're thinking of the car, get one, and get a Type S. The car is an all around winner.
I've had my RSX for about 3 years now and it's only gotten better since I first bought it new. I chose the Type S model with the 6 speed transmission because it was only a few thousand more than the Base model. I am very glad I chose to get this model ...
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by arame29
Jun 03 '03 - Updated Jun 05 '03
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Honda listened--many refinements
Cons: where is that xtra 20 H.P being hidden?
The Bottom Line: Superior quality, can't go wrong if you don't need off-the line acceleration. Re-sale value won't be as strong as past generation car. The dealers are discounting DEEP.
After owning a '97 Integra, driving it 135,000 hard miles over six years, having it give me not a day's trouble and getting a cash buyer 24 hours after I put it up for sale, I felt if I didn't at least consider the next-generation Integ, now known as the...
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by jameshighlife
Sep 10 '09
Author's Product Rating: Recommended: Yes
Pros: Tight handling, smooth acceleration, great brakes. comfy seats. Reliable.
Cons: high insurance cost, road noise with certain tires. Tiny back seat. no middle arm rest.
The Bottom Line: Perfect blend of a sports car, and a daily driver.
Upon picking up my 2003 Acura RSX Type S, one thing was obvious; this is the closest I've ever come to owning a practical car. Previously driving a Toyota MR2 Turbo, I grew acustomed to the rear wheel drive and exotic driving position of a pure sports ...
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