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Summary
The RSX is a sophisticated and sporty player in the compact performance car market. More luxurious than cars like the Subaru WRX or Dodge SRT-4, it offers very good performance and a handling package that is hard to beat. While not exactly a luxury car, it is nicely equipped, and the driver's seat is a comfortable and fun place to be.Most drivers opt for the lower-horsepower base RSX, with its 160-horsepower engine. It's a rewarding car, and they'll be very satisfied, as long as they don't test-drive the Type-S while they're at the Acura dealership. New Car Test Drive correspondent Keith Buglewicz is based in Southern California.
(Source: New Cars Test Drive)
Model Line Overview
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Model Lineup:
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Acura RSX ($20,175), RSX Type-S ($23,570) |
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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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Basic Warranty:
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4 years/50,000 miles |
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Assembled In:
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Japan |
Specifications As Tested
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Model Tested (MSRP):
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Acura RSX Type-S ($23,570) |
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Standard Equipment:
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AcuraBose music system with subwoofer and 6-disc in-dash CD changer, automatic climate control system, leather trimmed seats, driver's seat height adjustment, power windows and door locks, adjustable steering column, tilt-and-slide glass moonroof, headed outside mirrors, remote entry system |
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Options As Tested (MSRP):
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Destination Charge:
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570 |
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Gas Guzzler Tax:
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Price As Tested (MSRP):
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23570 |
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Layout:
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front-wheel drive |
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Horsepower (hp @ rpm):
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210 @ 7800 |
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Torque (lb.-ft. @ rpm):
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143 @ 7000 |
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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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23/31 |
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Wheelbase:
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101.2 |
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Length/width/height:
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172.4/67.9/54.9 |
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Track, f/r:
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58.5/58.5 |
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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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34.1/46.2/29.2 |
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Cargo volume:
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16 |
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Payload:
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Towing capacity:
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Suspension, f:
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independent Control-Link MacPherson strut, anti-roll bar |
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Suspension, r:
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independent double-wishbone, anti-roll bar |
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Ground clearance:
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Curb weight:
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2840 |
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Tires:
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215/45R17 |
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Brakes, f/r:
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disc/disc with ABS |
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Fuel capacity:
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13.2 |
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| 2005 Acura RSX consumer reviews: | | | | overall rating |   | | value | | | comfort | | | reliability | |
| | The combination of performance and handling which makes is a very safe car. This little car handles great, has good build quality. Great all around car. Fun to drive!! | | posted by Waldo on Oct 30 2007 | | |
| overall rating | | | value | | | comfort | | | reliability | |
| | The best small car I have owned! Performance, handling, steering, visibility, power, quality - All together on this one. I am impressed with the speed and handling of the vehicle. Highly recommended! | | posted by Rayian on Jan 25 2008 | | |
| overall rating | | | value | | | comfort | | | reliability | |
| | I am very impressed with the Acura RSX. The interior is very comfortable and stylish. I am very impressed with the stereo system. The exterior is nice it is a good looking vehicle. The sunroof is a good feature. | | posted by Shawon on Aug 28 2008 | | |
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