2008 Acura TSX: Overview
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- MSRP: $28,190 -$30,290
- Invoice: $25,915 -$27,841
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Pros
- Steering/handling
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- Build quality
Cons
- Navigation-system controls
Vehicle Highlights
The 2008 Acura TSX, is basically unchanged from 2007. This premium compact car is the entry-level vehicle at Honda's upscale division. TSX uses a 205-hp 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine. Manual or automatic transmission is offered. The lone factory option is a navigation system. Priced as a separate model, it includes voice control for some navigation, audio, and climate functions. Leather upholstery and heated front seats are standard. So are a sunroof, xenon headlamps, and Bluetooth cell-phone link.
COMPETITION
Consumer Guide Automotive places each vehicle into one of 18 classes based on size, price, and market position. Premium Compact Cars are similar in size but more expensive than Compact Cars. Premium Compacts have more standard equipment and an upscale image when compared to Compact Cars.
Our Best Buys in the Premium Compact Car class are the Audi A4 and BMW 3-Series. Our Recommended picks are the Audi A3 and Saab 9-3.
New or significantly redesigned models include the Mercedes-Benz C-Class and the Volvo C30.
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Expert Ratings Summary (view detailed report)
| Category | Base w/navigation, manual Rating | Premium Compact Car Average Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Acceleration | 6 | 6.5 |
| Fuel Economy | 7 | 5.5 |
| Ride Quality | 6 | 5.5 |
| Steering/Handling/Braking | 8 | 7.3 |
| Quietness | 6 | 6.1 |
| Controls | 6 | 6.2 |
| Details | 8 | 7.2 |
| Room/Comfort/Driver Seating (front) | 7 | 6.8 |
| Room/Comfort (rear) | 4 | 3.7 |
| Cargo Room | 3 | 4.3 |
| Value within Class | 7 | 6.2 |
| Total Score: | 68 | 65.3 |
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