Improving on 2003′s Model: The 2004 RSX Revisited
Standard equipment in the RSX for 2003 and 2004 includes the 2.0 liter engine by Honda, weighing in at 4 cylinders and sixteen valves. A 5-speed Standard Transaxle puts the power of the VTEC engine to the pavement. The has proven to be a popular configuration for the RSX.
The RSX uses power-assisted brakes, with 4-Wheel ABS support. The front brakes are disc while the rear brakes are disc. Steering is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The car uses coil and coil springs front and rear respectively.
Statistics
The RSX is 172.20 inches long, 67.90 inches wide, and 55.10 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 101.20 inches. It is able to seat 5 comfortably.
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.
The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $20,025 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $18,261. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 2-door Coupe.
Fuel Efficiency
The fuel system for the 2004 RSX is a PGM-FI design, using gasoline fuel. The fuel flow is controlled by a electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The fuel capacity of the fuel tank is 13.20 gallons.
The RSX Base received a miles-per-gallon rating of twenty seven in-city driving and thirty three when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid car, this was within normal parameters.
Parting Shots
The 2004 model year was very successful for the Acura RSX. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the Base version) meant that buyers could find the version that best suited their needs.
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