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Old Apr 3, 2003 | 04:34 PM
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Acura Announces Pricing For 2004 TSX Sports Sedan

04/03/2003 -- The 2004 Acura TSX sports sedan will be priced at $26,490 for both the 6-speed manual model and the 5-speed automatic model, when it goes on sale today at Acura dealers nationwide. The Acura Navigation System with Voice Recognition is the only available factory-installed option and is priced at $2,000.

The all-new Acura TSX sports sedan combines a 2.4-liter, 200-horsepower engine, drive-by-wire throttle control system and race-bred suspension with an ergonomic interior filled with the latest technology to deliver performance, refinement and style. Slotted in the Acura lineup between the RSX sports coupe and the 3.2 TL performance luxury sedan, the TSX is designed to compete with other premium sports sedans from Europe and Japan.

The body of the TSX offers best-in-class aerodynamics and crisp sports sedan lines. The interior is sporty yet refined with modern LED-illuminated instrumentation, intuitive controls, and a long list of standard luxury amenities including perforated leather seating, leather-wrapped three-spoke sport steering wheel with integrated audio and cruise control switches, dual-zone automatic climate control, power moonroof, 360-watt Acura 8-speaker Premium Sound System with 6-disc in-dash CD changer, power windows and door locks and keyless entry.

2004 Acura TSX Highlights:

Powertrain
  • 2.4-liter DOHC i-VTEC aluminum alloy 4-cylinder engine
  • 200-horsepower at 6800 rpm and 166 lb-ft of torque at 4500 rpm
  • Drive-by-wire throttle system
  • Programmed Fuel Injection (PGM-FI)
  • Choice of 6-speed manual transmission with magnesium housing or 5-speed automatic transmission with Sequential SportShift
  • LEV-2 exhaust emission control system
  • 110,000-mile tune-up interval
Chassis
  • 4-wheel-independent double-wishbone suspension with multi-link rear
  • Torque-sensing, variable power-assisted rack-and-pinion steering system
  • 17-inch alloy wheels with V-rated all-season performance tires
  • Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA) with Traction Control
  • 4-wheel disc brakes with Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)
Features
  • Dual-zone automatic climate control system
  • Perforated leather seating
  • Power moonroof
  • Heated front seats
  • 8-way power driver's seat with adjustable lumbar support
  • 360-watt 8-speaker Acura Premium Sound System
  • Steering wheel-mounted audio and cruise control switches
  • Tilt and telescopic steering column
  • Keyless entry system with window controls and panic button
  • High Intensity Discharge (HID) headlights
  • Optional Acura Navigation System with Voice Recognition
Pricing for 2004 Acura TSX

TSX with 6-speed manual transmission
$26,490

TSX with 5-speed automatic transmission
with Sequential SportShift(R)
$26,490

o Acura Navigation System $2,000

Destination and handling charge
$500
$27k fully loaded (w/o navi). Not bad at all. :thumbup:
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Old Apr 3, 2003 | 04:38 PM
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I was worried that it'd be close to 28. I think 26,5 is a very good deal :thumbup:
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Old Apr 3, 2003 | 04:51 PM
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very nicely priced. I think it would do very well with that kind of price.
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Old Apr 3, 2003 | 05:52 PM
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I don't know, it is a great car full of features, but when the '03 V6 Accord sedan with automatic hangs on the TSX 6 speed, it leaves me unimpressed. It would whoop it good if the TSX is also an automatic. I do like it, just wish it had a V6. Handling is a different story.
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Old Apr 3, 2003 | 05:55 PM
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Originally posted by 99AccordCoupe
I don't know, it is a great car full of features, but when the '03 V6 Accord sedan with automatic hangs on the TSX 6 speed, it leaves me unimpressed. It would whoop it good if the TSX is also an automatic. I do like it, just wish it had a V6. Handling is a different story.
But the question is, will people overlook the fact that it is a powerful I4 and realize it has superior handling, aerodynmics, chassis, stereo and transmission? I assume mostly enthusiasts and people looking for a good bargain will be buying this car. I feel the price over the Accord V6 is justified because of all the extra features the TSX has. I'd rather a tuned K24 producing 200HP than a J25 producing like 220HP anyway.
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Old Apr 3, 2003 | 05:58 PM
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I think this car is a tad overpriced. Really sweet nonetheless.
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Old Apr 3, 2003 | 06:01 PM
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Well I just Built a TSX the way that I wanted....

Navi, Front, Side, Rear Spoiler, Wood Trim, 17inch Sport Wheels,
and Fog Lights.

For a grand total of $32,616.00. And that's not including the installation fee for all of the extra's that you add on...not too bad.
But if you look at what you get for that price then the TSX is a real bargain. Although it could look a little more attractive, it will be hit in my eyes.

So what would you take the TSX 6spd, or G35 Sedan 6spd.
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Old Apr 3, 2003 | 06:09 PM
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Originally posted by OLDZ
Well I just Built a TSX the way that I wanted....

Navi, Front, Side, Rear Spoiler, Wood Trim, 17inch Sport Wheels,
and Fog Lights.

For a grand total of $32,616.00. And that's not including the installation fee for all of the extra's that you add on...not too bad.
But if you look at what you get for that price then the TSX is a real bargain. Although it could look a little more attractive, it will be hit in my eyes.

So what would you take the TSX 6spd, or G35 Sedan 6spd.
I know most people don't see it this way, but I compare price first and features later. For example, a base G35 is only a bit more than a TSX (non-NAV). I currently drive a car that has a broken sunroof, no HIDs, no leather, and a crappy stereo. And I'm fine with that. What I would want is torquey 6 and RWD.

So I would take even a base G35 over a TSX. That's not to say the TSX is a bad car. In fact, the opposite is true. There is no car within, and I'm guessing here, about $10K that offers that level of standard equipment found on the TSX.
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Old Apr 3, 2003 | 06:15 PM
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Originally posted by ILuvItTheJDM
I know most people don't see it this way, but I compare price first and features later. For example, a base G35 is only a bit more than a TSX (non-NAV). I currently drive a car that has a broken sunroof, no HIDs, no leather, and a crappy stereo. And I'm fine with that. What I would want is torquey 6 and RWD.

So I would take even a base G35 over a TSX. That's not to say the TSX is a bad car. In fact, the opposite is true. There is no car within, and I'm guessing here, about $10K that offers that level of standard equipment found on the TSX.
Very good post, I agree 100% :thumbup: :thumbup: :thumbup:
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Old Apr 3, 2003 | 07:36 PM
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G35 Sedan 6MT + Premium Package + Destination & Handling = $32,845

TSX 6MT + Fog Lights + Destination & Handling = $27,349

After further inspection it seems like most of the options are about the same price, so across the board the G35 runs about five to six grand more than the TSX when comparably equipped.

Now the quesiton worth asking is this: does rwd, 60 more hp and summer tires justify the extra cash? To me...yes, it does.
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