The Acura RSX L for 2002
In 2002 Acura released the RSX L to the car-buying market. The RSX came in three configurations: Base, L, and Type-S. The L configuration is powered by the 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, which makes 31 highway miles and 24 city. The RSX competes in the Coupe market segment, in direct competition with Honda.
Acura RSX Engine Specs
The RSX L is equipped with a Honda 2.0 liter four-cylinder engine that utilizes 16 valves. The VTEC engine is mated to a Honda 5-speed Transaxle. This is a long-standing favorite for buyers in the Coupe arena.
The fuel system for the 2002 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 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.
Vehicle 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 4 comfortably.
The listed retail price in 2002 (MSRP) was $23,170, with an invoice cost of an industry-high price. This price is above average of the industry average price for a two-door Coupe.
There is a 50,000 mile, 48 month warranty with this vehicle, including a powertrain warranty of 50,000/48 miles/months. This is normal for this price range.
Fuel Efficiency
The 2002 RSX gets 31 miles/gallon on the highway and only 24 in the city. This is exceptional for a coupe car.
We Think...
There are several reasons why the Acura RSX L sold well in 2002. 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.
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