There's been a lot of talk about the Acura RSX for 2003. As a leading car in the coupe market the RSX (and in this case specically the Base version) has maintained a high standard. The 2-door RSX is especially appealing to broad audience, making it a perfect car to help Acura as a brand in general.

2003 Acura RSX Base Specs

The restyled RSX Base is equipped with a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine that utilizes 16 valves. The VTEC engine is mated to a Honda five-speed transaxle. This has resulted in an increase in horsepower and torque over the 2002 version.

The fuel system for the 2003 RSX 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 13.20 gallons.

The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The RSX uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. Load balancing is provided by coil front springs and coil in the rear.

Statistics

The dimensions of the RSX Base are 67.90 inches wide by 172.20 inches long. It sits 55.10 inches off the ground. It seats a standard four passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of 101.20 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.

The listed retail price in 2003 (MSRP) was $23,270, with a dealer invoice cost of $21,215. This price is in line with the industry average price for a two-door Coupe.

The standard warranty period for the RSX is 48 months, or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. There is also a warranty on the powertrain for 48 months or 50,000 miles respectively. This is standard in the coupe market.

Fuel Efficiency

The RSX Base received a miles-per-gallon rating of twenty four in-city driving and thirty one when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid car, this was within normal parameters.

What We Think of the Acura RSX

There are several reasons why the Acura RSX Base sold well in 2003. Mainly the increase in availability and a marked improvement in quality meant the buying public was more apt to choose a Acura, specifically a RSX.

Tags: 2-Door, Acura RSX, Base, Coupe, United States market

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