2004 Acura TSX: Overview

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2004 Acura TSX 

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  • MSRP: $26,490 -$28,490
  • Invoice: $24,147 -$25,967

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Pros

  • Steering/handling
  • Instruments/controls
  • Build quality

Cons

  • Navigation-system controls

Vehicle Highlights

This newcomer to Honda's upscale Acura division targets the Audi A4, Infiniti G35, and other sporty near-luxury sedans. In size and price, the TL fits between Acura's smaller RSX coupe and its larger TL sedan. The only engine is 200-hp 2.4-liter 4 cyl. Transmissions are a 6-speed manual or optional 5-speed automatic with manual shift gate. Antilock 4-wheel disc brakes, antiskid/traction control, and 17-inch alloy wheels are standard. So are head-protecting curtain side airbags, front torso side airbags, leather upholstery, sunroof, automatic climate control, tilt/telescope steering wheel, in-dash CD changer, and xenon headlamps. There are no options, though a second model adds a navigation system with voice recognition for some navigation, audio, and climate functions.

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Expert Ratings Summary (view detailed report)

Category Base w/nav. sys., man. Rating Premium Compact Car Average Rating
Acceleration 6 6.1
Fuel Economy 6 5.2
Ride Quality 6 6.4
Steering/Handling/Braking 8 7.1
Quietness 6 6.2
Controls 8 6.6
Details
Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front) 7 6.3
Room/Comfort (rear) 5 3.9
Cargo Room 3 3.9
Value within Class 7 5.1
Total Score: 62 56.8

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