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Summary
Acura's RSX offers more sophistication than other sporty coupes. It delivers luxury-channel levels of refinement and quality. It looks nice, it's comfortable, and it features all the conveniences of an entry-level luxury car. Handling is excellent, making it easy and fun to drive. Driven hard, this car will do just about anything you ask it to do within the basic laws of physics.And it's quick, especially when equipped with the high-revving Type-S engine. Most drivers, however, will opt for the standard 160-horsepower engine. They will be making an excellent choice. Smooth and powerful, this engine is designed to deliver responsive performance around town and crisp acceleration when needed to merge onto busy freeways during morning rush hour.
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
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Model Lineup:
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RSX 5-speed ($19,975); automatic ($20,875); Type-S ($23,270) |
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Engines:
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2.0-liter dohc 16-valve inline-4 |
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Transmissions:
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6-speed manual |
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Saftey Equipment (standard):
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ABS, front airbags, side-impact airbags |
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Saftey Equipment (optional):
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none |
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Basic Warranty:
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4 years/50,000 miles |
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Assembled In:
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Sayama, Japan |
Specifications As Tested
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Model Tested (MSRP):
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Acura RSX Type-S ($23,270) |
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Standard Equipment:
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automatic climate control with micron air-filtration system, steering wheel-mounted cruise control, tilt steering wheel, intermittent wipers, power moonroof, power windows with driver automatic up/down window and auto-reverse, overhead map lights, driver's and passenger's visor vanity mirrors, two 12-volt power outlets, leather-wrapped steering wheel, power mirrors, driver's adjustable lumbar support, 50/50 split fold-down rear seats; Type-S adds leather interior, Bose AM/FM/cassette/six-disc in-dash CD changer 7-speaker system with Bose Rich bass woofer |
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Options As Tested (MSRP):
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none |
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Destination Charge:
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500 |
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Gas Guzzler Tax:
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Price As Tested (MSRP):
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23770 |
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Layout:
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front-wheel drive |
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Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
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200 @ 7400 |
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Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
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142 @ 6000 |
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Transmission:
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6-speed manual |
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EPA fuel economy, city/hwy:
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24/31 |
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Wheelbase:
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101.2 |
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Length/width/height:
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172.2/67.9/54.7 |
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Track, f/r:
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58.4/58.4 |
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Turning circle:
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38.1 |
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Seating capacity:
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4 |
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Head/hip/leg room, f:
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37.8/51.1/43.1 |
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Head/hip/leg room, m:
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Head/hip/leg room, r:
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30.1/46.7/29.2 |
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Cargo volume:
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17.8 |
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Payload:
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Towing capacity:
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Suspension, f:
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independent |
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Suspension, r:
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independent |
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Ground clearance:
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5.9 |
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Curb weight:
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2778 |
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Tires:
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P205/55R16 |
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Brakes, f/r:
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ventilated disc/solid disc, with ABS |
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Fuel capacity:
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13.2 |
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| 2003 Acura RSX consumer reviews: | | | | overall rating |  | | value | | | comfort | | | reliability | |
| | This car is amazing and is deserving of all the complements that it receives. The acceleration is there when you need it. The interior design is fabulous. Although the best part of the car is its superb handling. | | posted by Justus on Nov 29 2007 | | |
| overall rating |  | | value | | | comfort | | | reliability | |
| | The best features of this car are its handling, pick-up, and interior design. The two improvements that could be made are bigger wheels for the type-s and a power driver's seat (not necessary but would be a nice feature, if added). | | posted by Alden Grown on Nov 29 2007 | | |
| overall rating | | | value | | | comfort | | | reliability | |
| | My favorite feature about this car would have to be it's overall performance. Bose Stereo, 6spd-Tranny, High Reving Engine are my favorite features. I would recommend this car to anyone without reservation. | | posted by Cinsere on Nov 29 2007 | | |
| overall rating | | | value | | | comfort | | | reliability | |
| | I've had this car for 4 months and I can honestly this car is a blast to drive and has amazing build quality. It Drives smoothly, accelerates fast, best interior design I've seen in a car in a long time. If your looking for a 2 door of any kind; At least test drive the RSX-Type-S. | | posted by Donavan on Nov 29 2007 | | |
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