2010 Acura TSX: Overview

Vehicle Highlights

The 2010 Acura TSX receives an available V6 engine. This front-wheel drive sedan is Acura's entry-level car, and TSX shares some of its basic design with the European-market Honda Accord. The standard engine remains a 201-hp 2.4-liter 4-cylinder. A 280-hp 3.5-liter V6, borrowed from the larger Acura TL, is newly available. The 4-cylinder is available with manual or automatic transmission. The V6 is automatic only. The 2010 Acura TSX comes in a single trim level that includes standard features such as a sunroof, wireless cell-phone link, leather upholstery, USB port, heated front seats, and automatic climate control. The V6 model rides on 18-inch wheels, while the 4-cylinder gets 17s. Available safety features include ABS, traction control, antiskid system, curtain side airbags, and front side airbags. An optional Technology Package for both the 4-cylinder and V6 is available, and versions so equipped are priced as separate models. The package includes a voice-activated navigation system with real-time traffic and weather information, dual-zone climate control, a rearview camera, and 10-speaker, 415-watt surround-sound audio system.

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 BMW 3-Series and Mercedes-Benz C-Class. Our Recommended pick is the Audi A4.

New or significantly redesigned models include the Audi A4 (S4), Lexus HS 250h, and Lexus IS (IS C). The Audi A3 gets a diesel engine for 2010.