Getting 22 Miles a Gallon: Is the 2007 Acura CSX Type-S Better than Last Year?
A high point in the sedan market is the Acura CSX. In 2007 Acura released an upgraded version of the CSX with versions: Base and Type-S. Sales for the CSX, especially the CSX Type-S, were brisk during 2007 and 2008. The improved reliability and the sporty styling were responsible for the sales boost.
Acura CSX Engine Specs
Standard equipment in the CSX for 2006 and 2007 includes the 2.0 liter engine by Honda, weighing in at 4 cylinders and sixteen valves. A 6-speed Standard Transaxle puts the power of the VTEC engine to the pavement. This is a long-standing favorite for buyers in the Sedan arena.
Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The CSX comes equipped with power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. The car uses coil front springs and coil in the rear.
The fuel system for the 2007 CSX is a traditional PGM-FI, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel is controlled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The capacity of the fuel tank is 21.00 gallons.
Vehicle Statistics
The dimensions of the CSX Type-S are 78.50 inches wide by 190.70 inches long. It sits 65.90 inches off the ground. It seats a standard seven passengers, with 4 doors. The wheelbase of 108.30 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.
There is a 50,000 mile, 48 month warranty with this vehicle, including a powertrain warranty of 70,000/72 miles/months. This is normal for this price range.
The listed retail price in 2007 (MSRP) was $39,995, with a dealer invoice cost of $36,063. This price is on target the industry average price for a four-door Sedan.
MPG Ratings
The CSX Type-S received a miles-per-gallon rating of seventeen in-city driving and twenty two when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid car, this was exceptional.
In 2006 and 2007 the CSX Type-S was availble in the exterior colors of Aberdeen Green Metallic, Aspen White Pearl, Billet Silver Metallic, Desert Rock Metallic, Dark Cherry Pearl, Formal Black, Nimbus Gray Metallic, Steel Blue Metallic, and Taffeta White. Additional options were available as special orders from the factory.
What We Think of the Acura CSX
The 2006 model began the promise of the Acura CSX. The 2007 expanded on this success and has proven to be a strong seller in most markets. Even with strong competition from other manufacturers Acura hopes that the CSX Type-S will continue to be a profitable vehicle.
No items matching your keywords were found.
Tags: 4-Door, Acura CSX, Canada market, Sedan, Type-S