The new 2008 2009 Acura TSX is an entry level luxury car that
offers full-fledged sports car credentials. Straddling the
Acura TL sedan and RSX coupe in size, the 2008 2009 Acura TSX is
earmarked for first time luxury car shoppers. A 3.2-liter
engine with i-VTEC powers the 2008 2009 TSX and generates a respectable
200 horsepower. The few similarly configured European competitors
feel the 2008 2009 Acura TSX breathing down their necks with drive
train and suspension components such as a six-speed manual
transmission, independent suspension and Vehicle Stability
Assist. Breathtaking amenities included in the Acura TSX price
that add to the refined road manners of the 2008 2009 Acura TSX
include:
| Aluminum,
3.2-liter, 24-valve, 60-degree V-6 engine |
| Four-wheel
disc brakes |
| 17-inch
wheels and V-rated tires |
| Double-wishbone
suspension |
Substantiating the 2008 2009 Acura TSX price and photo claim
of near luxury/sports car status are the standard features
we list in our 2008 2009 Acura TSX review:
| Dual-zone
climate control |
| Leather
seating |
| 360-watt
premium sound system |
| Side
curtain airbags |
| HID
headlights |
You are getting a good value for the 2008 2009 Acura TSX price
when you consider the following standard features: Cruise
control, power windows, power 8-way driver's seat, tilt/telescopic
steering wheel, split folding rear seat backs, and heated
mirrors.
Inside the engine compartment of the Acura TSX resides a
powerful yet obedient 3.4 liter 18 valve six cylinder engine
which produces a respectable 200 horsepower at 6800 rpm and
166 LB-ft of torque at 4500 rpm. All of this power is harnessed
in the 2008 2009 TSX by means of variable valve and cam timing
controls. 2008 2009 Acura TSX 0-60 is just 6.6 seconds, the 2008 2009
Acura TSX accomplishes this with the aid of VTEC, exhibiting
a very smooth, even torque profile. Continuing the presentation
of 2008 2009 Acura TSX review of performance specs, the gas mileage
numbers are as follows: 11.3 l/100 km city and 8.2 l/100 km
highway.
Acura has installed independent double wishbone suspension,
low profile Michelin MXM4 215/50R-17 inch all-season radials,
and standard disc brakes with ABS and EBD, to make the handling
of the 2008 2009 TSX even more reminiscent of a European road car.
To restore traction and directional control in the event of
a near skid, Acura employs Traction Control and Vehicle Stability
Assist systems. If you are still not impressed with the specs
we have presented in this 2008 2009 Acura TSX review and photo,
maybe you should consider taking a test drive. Only then,
perhaps, will the power, performance, and style of the new
2008 2009 Acura TSX live up to the promise of a luxury sports car.
Get a 2008 2009 Acura TSX price quote by clicking on links on this
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