2009 Acura TSX - spy shots
10-03-07, 05:41 PM
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2009 Acura TSX - spy shots
Chris Doane has finally caught the 2009 Acura TSX outside of a Honda facility in the U.S. It would appear the car is about the same size as the current model, or perhaps slightly larger. From the rear it looks like those fender blisters give the car a wider track. The design will reportedly get more aggressive, which you can already see on the nose of this test vehicle despite the liberal application of tape by Honda engineers.
We're especially excited for the next iteration of the TSX, because along with a 20 - 30 bump in horsepower for its rev-happy 2.4L four-cylinder, we're also expecting an S-Type model powered by a 260+ HP uprated version of the 240 HP, 2.3L turbo in the Acura RDX. We've sampled that mill before, and are addicted based on what it can do in a CUV. The 2009 Acura TSX S-Type, however, should be on a different level entirely. Torque steer is an issue, as the TSX is and always has been front-wheel drive. We have faith Honda engineers, some of the best in the biz, can quell it, though. (NOTE: Thanks to the astute reader who reminded us the Type-S model will have S-AWD, which should irradicate any hint of torque steer.)
We're especially excited for the next iteration of the TSX, because along with a 20 - 30 bump in horsepower for its rev-happy 2.4L four-cylinder, we're also expecting an S-Type model powered by a 260+ HP uprated version of the 240 HP, 2.3L turbo in the Acura RDX. We've sampled that mill before, and are addicted based on what it can do in a CUV. The 2009 Acura TSX S-Type, however, should be on a different level entirely. Torque steer is an issue, as the TSX is and always has been front-wheel drive. We have faith Honda engineers, some of the best in the biz, can quell it, though. (NOTE: Thanks to the astute reader who reminded us the Type-S model will have S-AWD, which should irradicate any hint of torque steer.)
10-03-07, 06:19 PM
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I hope it looks very close to the sports 4 concept because that is a very clean beautiful aggressive design. Powertrain options should be interesting especially if it is a higher tuned turbo engine that is available in the RDX. Not so sure about SHAWD being put in the TSX because that is going to add a good deal of cost to the car but alot of sources seem to think it could get it. Hopefully they come out with a coupe version too to replace the RSX and offer a much needed 2 door in the lineup.
Although Acura is moving in the right direction with its 20-30 HP increase finally.. LOL
and also a turbo version.. SHould be a hot seller with the youngsters out there...
10-03-07, 08:27 PM
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The turbo version is no surprise, but am surprised that they will offer a non turbo engine as well. Anyway, if this car does indeed get the SH-AWD, that I4 Turbo will be a beast in this car. I always liked the TSX. Great car for a lot less money than the competition. I just hope for 2009, we get all this and still good pricing.
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10-04-07, 04:12 AM
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10-04-07, 09:28 AM
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Same here. While the ultimate goal might be a RWD with an SH-AWD option, I really liked the SH-AWD on the RL. I know it adds weight an all, but I really don't care about that in a family sedan. Save the weight savings for real sports cars. Heck, the A/V gear I add in many of my cars probably add just as much weight
10-04-07, 10:07 AM
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Same here. While the ultimate goal might be a RWD with an SH-AWD option, I really liked the SH-AWD on the RL. I know it adds weight an all, but I really don't care about that in a family sedan. Save the weight savings for real sports cars. Heck, the A/V gear I add in many of my cars probably add just as much weight
10-04-07, 10:49 AM
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I'm assuming the US lineup. No way are they gonna have a CSX SH-AWD model.
10-04-07, 10:55 AM
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10-04-07, 10:57 AM
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The turbo version is no surprise, but am surprised that they will offer a non turbo engine as well. Anyway, if this car does indeed get the SH-AWD, that I4 Turbo will be a beast in this car. I always liked the TSX. Great car for a lot less money than the competition. I just hope for 2009, we get all this and still good pricing.