A high point in the coupe market is the Acura RSX. In 2006 Acura rolled out an upgraded version of the RSX with two versions: Base and Type-S. Sales for the RSX, especially the RSX Type-S, were brisk during 2006 and 2007. The improved reliability and the updated styling were responsible for the increased interest.

2006 Acura RSX Type-S Specs

Standard equipment in the RSX for 2005 and 2006 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. 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.

The fuel system for the 2006 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.

Statistics

The RSX is 172.20 inches long, 67.90 inches wide, and 54.90 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 101.20 inches. It is able to seat 4 comfortably.

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 2006 (MSRP) was $21,225, with a dealer invoice cost of $19,368. This price is in line with the industry average price for a two-door Coupe.

MPG Ratings

The 2006 RSX gets 34 miles/gallon on the highway and only 25 in the city. This is below average for a coupe car.

In 2005 and 2006 the RSX Type-S was availble in the exterior colors of Alabaster Silver Metallic, Jade Green Metallic, Magnesium Metallic, Milano Red Pearl, Nighthawk Black Pearl, Taffeta White, and Vivid Blue Pearl.

Parting Shots

The 2006 model year was very successful for the Acura RSX. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the Type-S version) meant that buyers could find the version that best suited their needs.

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

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