NYIAS 08 Preview: 2009 Acura TSX - Page 5

tamatt27 · 03-18-2008, 12:54 PM

The beltline looks like a new Focus, the upper grill looks like a Tribute..

elderon · 03-18-2008, 01:01 PM

Looks ALOT like the Accord. Its not bad, but doesn't differentiate enough.

Darc Requiem · 03-18-2008, 05:06 PM

I am really not liking the new front end styling for Acura. Its gaudy.

Squachy · 03-18-2008, 05:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Darc Requiem

I am really not liking the new front end styling for Acura. Its gaudy.

It looks far better without the US Acura grille (meaning the Honda grille).

Someone needs to slap Acura in the face and tell them to ditch that grille.......

breaker104 · 03-18-2008, 10:35 PM

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Originally Posted by jcgable

It looks like an Aura mated with the new Civic and had an genetically unfortunate child...

Agreed, the first thing I saw was an Aura hit with a japanese ugly stick!

SJZ3 · 03-19-2008, 09:44 AM

I think it looks pretty good, but its more evolutionary in the styling then I would have liked to have seen.

Mechanically, I think the NA engine is fine. However, I do think they should have offerred SH-AWD as an optional extra. One thing to keep in mind is that the TSX is a pretty affordable car. Optioned similarly, it will be cheaper then a Saab (and obviously Cadillac).

I don't see myself ever buying a TSX, but I can see the appeal to other folks. It seems like a better execution then the US Accord, which has gotten really big and "Americanized."

Cdesign · 03-21-2008, 10:33 PM

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Originally Posted by logansowner

Looks as good as any 4 door car in the class. I know this is a GM board, but when we hate everything anyone else makes, we're no better than the Toyota fans that think a Camry is Jesus.

I don't think so.

The current TSX is a hot lookin car. This is simply not.

SCarFan · 03-22-2008, 03:15 PM

This redesign sucks. Bland, boring mess. It reminds me of the current US-market Focus. Nothing short of a diesel version at no more than $30K sticker could get me to bite.

Xenon · 03-23-2008, 08:44 PM

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Originally Posted by Bggriffi

The white car is the diesel version and gets a different bumper. I'm a little underwhelmed with the "bird beak" grill. There is a very extensive discussion on the Acura board... 2009 TSX

Also, it only has 201hp... the 2008 version has 205hp. I'm sure it will be fun to drive, but I'm not sure I will buy it.

The diesel is comming an an Acura next year.

Bggriffi · 03-24-2008, 09:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Xenon

The diesel is comming an an Acura next year.

They are looking at using it in the TSX and MDX. I have heard the Accord will also get it. GM should definitely have a diesel Malibu or Aura.

FenwickHockey65 · 03-24-2008, 10:37 AM

All I have to say...

Htay7500 · 03-24-2008, 11:08 AM

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Originally Posted by slowRSX

The Euro Accord grill looks better.

I agree. the USDM is a thumbs down. can't wait for the diesel though.

LeSabre · 03-27-2008, 03:18 PM

Acura is a brand that has lost its way. I don't think that there are 2 models of the brand that have the same grill. Acura is in an identity crisis.

Sal Collaziano · 05-20-2008, 04:24 PM

Acura designs haven't been especially enticing lately - but their interiors are very nice.. The build quality is very high as well.. I'm not crazy about the front fascias of the Acuras either. The European Hondas do look better from the front..

Boi350Sierra · 05-20-2008, 08:58 PM

i thought they were going for a higher standard with the cut off of the RSX but this TSX has honda written all over it......honda=Boring

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Darc Requiem 6.0 Liter Vortec V8 Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Virginia Posts: 1,666	Re: NYIAS 08 Preview: 2009 Acura TSX I am really not liking the new front end styling for Acura. Its gaudy. __________________ Darc Requiem President of the Buick Loadmaster Fan Club

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SJZ3 3.8 Liter Supercharged V6 Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: New Jersey Drives: TBD Posts: 642	Re: NYIAS 08 Preview: 2009 Acura TSX I think it looks pretty good, but its more evolutionary in the styling then I would have liked to have seen. Mechanically, I think the NA engine is fine. However, I do think they should have offerred SH-AWD as an optional extra. One thing to keep in mind is that the TSX is a pretty affordable car. Optioned similarly, it will be cheaper then a Saab (and obviously Cadillac). I don't see myself ever buying a TSX, but I can see the appeal to other folks. It seems like a better execution then the US Accord, which has gotten really big and "Americanized." __________________ Current Ride: 2007 Volkswagen GTI 6-Speed Manual.

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03-27-2008, 03:18 PM	#73 (permalink)
LeSabre 4.4 Liter Supercharged Northstar Join Date: Dec 2005 Drives: 1988 Buick LeSabre(4dr) Goes by the name Katherine Posts: 2,029	Re: NYIAS 08 Preview: 2009 Acura TSX Acura is a brand that has lost its way. I don't think that there are 2 models of the brand that have the same grill. Acura is in an identity crisis. __________________ It is time for Rick Wagoner to get his ridiculously outrageous severance package & hit the door! ...& good riddance!!!

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Boi350Sierra 3.9 Liter V6 Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Queen Creek, AZ Drives: Black GMC SIERRA Ext Cab Posts: 854	Re: NYIAS 08 Preview: 2009 Acura TSX i thought they were going for a higher standard with the cut off of the RSX but this TSX has honda written all over it......honda=Boring

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