2012 Acura TSX
Starting MSRP $30,010–$35,550
By Cars.com Staff
Cars.com National June 21, 2011Vehicle Overview
The TSX received a handful of styling and mechanical updates last year, as well as a new wagon variant. It seats up to five people, and competitors include the Audi A4, BMW 328i, Buick Regal and Lexus IS 250.
New for 2012
There are no significant changes for 2012.
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Exterior
The TSX's wheels are accented by large fender flares, and the front of the car is defined by a grille that features a silver-colored upper bar. The TSX received new bumper styling last year that gave it a frowning expression. Exterior features include:
- Standard xenon headlights
- Standard fog lights and side mirrors with integrated turn signals
- 17-inch silver alloy wheels standard on four-cylinder models
- 18-inch silver alloy wheels standard on V-6 models
Interior
The TSX's interior has a high-quality appearance and room for up to five people. The standard stereo is USB/iPod compatible. Bluetooth connectivity is also standard. The optional navigation system boasts enough hard drive space for 15 gigabytes of music. Interior features include:
- Standard power-adjustable heated front seats
- Standard leather upholstery and moonroof
- Standard dual-zone automatic climate control
- Cell phones with music players can sync with the TSX's stereo via Bluetooth
- Available navigation system with traffic and weather updates
- Available CD/DVD-audio-compatible surround-sound system with 10 speakers
Under the Hood
The TSX is available with a four-cylinder or V-6 engine. The car has front-wheel drive and is offered with a choice of a manual or automatic transmission. The automatic includes steering-wheel paddle shifters. Mechanical features include:
- 201-horsepower, 2.4-liter four-cylinder with 170 (automatic) or 172 (manual) pounds-feet of torque; five-speed automatic or six-speed manual
- 280-hp, 3.5-liter V-6 with 254 pounds-feet of torque; five-speed automatic only
Safety
Safety features include:
- Antilock brakes
- Frontal and side-impact airbags for the front seats
- Side curtain airbags for both rows
- Electronic stability system
- Active head restraints for front occupants
TSX Sport Wagon
A wagon version of the TSX entry-luxury car joined the lineup last year, and there are no significant changes to it for 2012. The wagon's design doesn't differ much from the sedan's until you get to the rear, where an open cargo area replaces the trunk. Back to top
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