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.

There have been several award-winning cars from Acura over the years, including the Acura RSX of 2003. There are three trim levels to the RSX, including Base, L, and Type-S. The Type-S version is one of the more popular options, outselling other configurations. Like in 2002 the popular 2.0 liter VTEC has made this a popular choice for coupe buyers nationwide.

Stop and Go

Standard equipment in the RSX for 2002 and 2003 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 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 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 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.

Fuel Efficiency

The fuel system for the 2003 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 2003 RSX gets 31 miles/gallon on the highway and only 24 in the city. This is below average for a coupe car.

Parting Shots

The 2003 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.

In 2004 Acura released the RSX Type-S to the car-buying market. The RSX came in two configurations: Type-S and Base. The Type-S configuration is powered by the 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine, which makes 33 highway miles and 27 city. The RSX competes in the Coupe market segment, in direct competition with Lexus.

Acura RSX Engine Specs

The RSX Type-S is equipped with a Honda 2.0 liter four-cylinder engine that utilizes 16 valves. The VTEC engine is mated to a Honda 6-speed Transaxle. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Acura.

The fuel system for the 2004 RSX is a PGM-FI design, running on gasoline fuel. The fuel flow is regulated by a electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The storage 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 dimensions of the RSX Type-S are 67.90 inches wide by 172.20 inches long. It sits a comfortable 55.10 inches off the ground. It seats a standard five passengers, with 2 doors. The wheelbase of 101.20 allows for limited leg room for the backseat passengers.

The listed retail price in 2004 (MSRP) was $20,025, with an invoice cost of $18,261. 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 RSX Type-S received a miles-per-gallon rating of twenty seven in-city driving and thirty three when it came to long-distance. Being a gas-powered non-green car, this was exceptional.

We Think...

The 2003 model began the promise of the Acura RSX. The 2004 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 RSX Type-S will continue to be a profitable vehicle.

As time has gone by several things can be said about the Acura RSX series: including the strong reaction most buyers have towards their car. The 4-cylinder engine is at the core of the strong emotions, it is reliable for its class and delivers a huge amount of torque.

Performance

The restyled RSX Type-S is equipped with a Honda 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine that utilizes a total of 16 valves. The VTEC engine is paired with a Honda 6-speed transaxle. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Acura.

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 2005 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.

RSX Type-S Statistics

The RSX is 172.40 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.

The standard warranty period for the RSX is 48 months, or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the coupe market.

The listed retail price in 2005 (MSRP) was $23,670, with an invoice cost of $21,579. This price is slightly higher than the industry average price for a two-door Coupe.

Fuel Efficiency

The RSX Type-S received a miles-per-gallon rating of twenty three in-city driving and thirty one when it came to long-distance. Being a gas-powered non-green car, this was subpar.

In 2004 and 2005 the RSX Type-S was availble in the exterior colors of Blaze Orange, Jade Green Metallic, Magnesium Metallic, Milano Red Pearl, Nighthawk Black Pearl, Premium White Pearl, Satin Silver Metallic, and Vivid Blue Pearl.

In Summary

There are several reasons why the Acura RSX Type-S sold well in 2005. 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.

Standard equipment in the TL for 2007 and 2008 includes the 3.5 liter engine by Honda, weighing in at 6 cylinders and twenty four valves. A 5-speed Automatic Transaxle puts the power of the VTEC engine to the pavement. The has proven to be a popular configuration for the TL.

The TL 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 dimensions of the TL Type-S are 75.40 inches wide by 189.30 inches long. It sits 56.70 inches off the ground. It seats a standard five passengers, with 4 doors. The wheelbase of 107.90 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.

The standard warranty period for the TL is 48 months, or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the sedan market.

The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $33,725 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $30,991. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 4-door Sedan.

Fuel Efficiency

The fuel system for the 2008 TL 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 17.10 gallons.

The 2008 TL gets 26 miles/gallon on the highway and only 18 in the city. This is below average for a sedan car.

Parting Shots

The 2008 model year was very successful for the Acura TL. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the Type-S version) meant that buyers could find the version that best suited their needs.

As time has gone by several things can be said about the Acura TL series: including the strong reaction most buyers have towards their car. The 6-cylinder engine is at the core of the strong emotions, it is reliable for its class and delivers a huge amount of torque.

Acura TL Engine Specs

The restyled TL Type-S is equipped with a Honda 3.5-liter 6-cylinder engine that utilizes a total of 24 valves. The VTEC engine is paired with a Honda 6-speed transaxle. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Acura.

The TL 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 2008 TL 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 17.10 gallons.

Vehicle Statistics

The dimensions of the TL Type-S are 75.40 inches wide by 189.30 inches long. It sits a comfortable 56.70 inches off the ground. It seats a standard five passengers, with 4 doors. The wheelbase of 107.90 allows for limited leg room for the backseat 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 original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $33,725 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $30,991. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 4-door Sedan.

Fuel Efficiency

The TL Type-S received a miles-per-gallon rating of eighteen in-city driving and twenty six when it came to long-distance. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid car, this was exceptional.

In 2007 and 2008 the TL Type-S was availble in the exterior colors of Alabaster Silver Metallic, Bold Beige Metallic, Carbon Bronze Pearl, Moroccan Red Pearl, Nighthawk Black Pearl, Polished Metal Metallic, Royal Blue Pearl, and White Diamond Pearl.

Conclusion

The 2007 model began the promise of the Acura TL. The 2008 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 TL Type-S will continue to be a profitable vehicle.

The 2007 TL is an important vehicle to Acura for the sedan market segment. The Type-S is a member of a series of two trim levels for the TL which include Base and Type-S. The four-door car with its front-wheel drive is positioned to aggressively fill this niche for Acura. There is strong competition from vehicles from Honda.

2007 Acura TL Type-S Specs

The restyled TL Type-S is equipped with a 3.5-liter six-cylinder engine that utilizes 24 valves. The VTEC engine is mated to a Honda five-speed transaxle. This has resulted in an increase in horsepower and torque over the 2006 version.

The fuel system for the 2007 TL is a PGM-FI system, running on gasoline . The fuel is regulated by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design.

Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The TL 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.

Statistics

The dimensions of the TL Type-S are 72.20 inches wide by 189.80 inches long. It sits 56.70 inches off the ground. It seats a standard five passengers, with 4 doors. The wheelbase of 107.90 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.

The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $38,125 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $34,771. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 4-door Sedan.

The standard warranty period for the TL is 48 months, or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the sedan market.

Fuel Efficiency

The TL Type-S received a miles-per-gallon rating of twenty in-city driving and twenty nine when it came to highway driving. Being a gas-powered non-hybrid car, this was within normal parameters.

What We Think of the Acura TL

The 2007 model year was very successful for the Acura TL. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the Type-S version) meant that buyers could find the version that best suited their needs.

Several things can be said about the Acura TL series: including the polarizing reactions most buyers have towards their car. The six-cylinder engine is at the heart of the strong emotions, it is powerful for its class and delivers a large amount of torque.

Acura TL Engine Specs

The restyled TL Type-S is equipped with a 3.2-liter six-cylinder engine that utilizes 24 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 TL is a PGM-FI system, running on gasoline . The fuel is controlled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The 17.20-gallon tank provides the fuel storage for longer trips.

The TL 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 dimensions of the TL Type-S are 70.30 inches wide by 192.50 inches long. It sits 53.70 inches off the ground. It seats a standard five passengers, with 4 doors. The wheelbase of 108.10 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.

The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $31,130 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of $28,370. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 4-door Sedan.

The standard warranty period for the TL is 48 months, or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the sedan market.

Fuel Efficiency

The 2003 TL gets 29 miles/gallon on the highway and only 19 in the city. This is subpar for a sedan car.

We Think...

The 2003 model year was telling year for the Acura TL. The introduction of several trim levels (along with the Type-S version) meant that buyers could find the version that best suited their needs.

There have been several award-winning cars from Acura over the years, including the Acura TL of 2002. There are two trim levels to the TL, including Base and Type-S. The Type-S version is one of the more popular options, outselling other configurations. Like in 2001 the popular 3.2 liter VTEC has made this a popular choice for sedan buyers across the country.

Acura TL Engine Specs

Standard equipment in the TL for 2001 and 2002 includes the 3.2 liter engine by Honda, weighing in at 6 cylinders and twenty four valves. A 5-speed Automatic Transaxle puts the power of the VTEC engine to the pavement. This is a long-standing favorite for buyers in the Sedan arena.

The TL 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 2002 TL 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 17.20 gallons.

Vehicle Statistics

The dimensions of the TL Type-S are 70.60 inches wide by 192.50 inches long. It sits 53.70 inches off the ground. It seats a standard five passengers, with 4 doors. The wheelbase of 108.10 allows for extra leg room for the rear passengers.

The standard warranty period for the TL is 48 months, or 50,000 miles, whichever comes first. This is standard in the sedan market.

The original manufacturer suggested retail price (MSRP) was $28,880 when new, with a dealer invoice cost of an industry-high price. This price was in line with the industry average price for a 4-door Sedan.

MPG Ratings

The 2002 TL gets 29 miles/gallon on the highway and only 19 in the city. This is subpar for a sedan car.

In 2001 and 2002 the TL Type-S was availble in the exterior colors of Anthracite Metallic, Eternal Blue Pearl, Firepepper Red Pearl, Naples Gold Metallic, Nighthawk Black Pearl, Satin Silver Metallic, and White Diamond Pearl.

We Think...

There are several reasons why the Acura TL Type-S 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 TL.

The Acura TL is a 4-door car available at your Acura dealer. The TL came in two configurations: Base and Type-S. The Type-S configuration is powered by the 3.5-liter six-cylinder engine, which makes 29 highway miles and 20 city. The TL competes in the Sedan market segment, in direct competition with Lexus.

Acura TL Engine Specs

The TL Type-S is equipped with a Honda 3.5 liter six-cylinder engine that utilizes 24 valves. The VTEC engine is mated to a Honda 6-speed Transaxle. This configuration has proven to be a successful design for Acura.

Steering control is handled through a power-steering rack-style configuration. The TL 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 TL is a PGM-FI system, running on gasoline . The fuel is controlled by an electronic system and is a fuel-injected MFI design. The 17.10-gallon tank provides the fuel storage for longer trips.

Vehicle Statistics

The TL is 189.80 inches long, 72.20 inches wide, and 56.70 inches high. It has a wheelbase of 107.90 inches. It is able to seat 5 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 2007 (MSRP) was $38,125, with a dealer invoice cost of $34,771. This price is on target the industry average price for a four-door Sedan.

MPG Ratings

The 2007 TL gets 29 miles/gallon on the highway and only 20 in the city. This is subpar for a sedan car.

The vehicle is available in Alabaster Silver Metallic, Carbon Bronze Pearl, Desert Mist Metallic, Graphite Pearl, Moroccan Red Pearl, Nighthawk Black Pearl, Royal Blue Pearl, and White Diamond Pearl.

We Think...

The 2006 model began the promise of the Acura TL. 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 TL Type-S will continue to be a profitable vehicle.