2008 Acura TSX Base
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2009 Acura TSX Technology

2008 Acura TSX  Base

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2009 Acura TSX  Technology
2008 Acura TSX Base 2009 Acura TSX Technology Difference
Name Base Technology
Price $ 36,200 $ 39,000
Body Sedan Sedan
Doors 4 Doors 4 Doors 0 (0%)
Engine 2.4L L4 DOHC 16-valve 2.4L L4 DOHC 16-valve
Power 205 hp @ 7000 rpm 201 hp @ 7000 rpm
Number of Seats 5 Seats 5 Seats 0 (0%)
Transmission 5-speed automatic transmission with manual mode 5-speed automatic transmission with manual mode and wheel-mounted paddle shifters (torque: 170 lb-ft @ 4,300 rpm)
Cargo Space 374.0 L 357.0 L 17 (5%)
Maximum Cargo Space 374.0 L 357.0 L 17 (5%)
Wheel Type 17'' alloy wheels 17'' alloy wheels
Series TSX I (CL9) TSX II (Cu2)
Drivetrain Front-wheel drive Front-wheel drive
Horsepower 205 HP 201 HP 4 (2%)
Torque 224 N.m 219 N.m 5 (2%)
Top Speed 216 km/h 215 km/h 1 (0%)
Acceleration 0-100 km/h (0-60 mph) 8.0 s 8.4 s 0.4 (5%)
Fuel Type Petrol (Gasoline) Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption (City) 10.5 L/100km 9.6 L/100km 0.9 (9%)
Fuel Consumption (Highway) 7.0 L/100km 6.5 L/100km 0.5 (7%)
Gear Type auto auto
Weight 1,495 KG 1,556 KG
Brand Acura Acura
Model TSX TSX
0-400m (Quarter Mile) 15.7 s 16.0 s 0.3 (2%)
0-400m (Quarter Mile) - Speed 146.6 km/h 143.7 km/h 2.88 (2%)
0-800m (Half Mile) 26.0 s 26.6 s 0.6 (2%)
0-800m (Half Mile) - Speed 165.0 km/h 161.8 km/h 3.2 (2%)
Modifications (MODS)
Modifications Cost $ 0 $ 0 0 (0%)

TSX I (CL9) vs TSX II (Cu2) Specifications

Comfort and Convenience

2008 Acura TSX Base 2009 Acura TSX Technology
AM/FM stereo radio360-watt AM/FM stereo radio with auxiliary audio jackAM/FM stereo radio with auxiliary audio jack
Air ConditionningDual-zone automatic climate controlDual-zone automatic climate control
Bluetooth Wireless TechnologyBluetooth hands-free communication systemBluetooth hands-free communication system
Driver Vanity MirrorDriver-side illuminated vanity mirrorDriver-side illuminated vanity mirror
Front WipersSpeed-sensing variable intermittent windshield wipersSpeed-sensing variable intermittent windshield wipers
Fuel Door OperationRemote fuel-filler door releaseRemote fuel-filler door release
Interior Air FilterYesYes
Multi-CD ChangerIn-dash 6-CD/MP3 changerIn-dash 6-CD/DVD/MP3/WMA changer
Number of Speakers8 speakers10 speakers
Passenger Vanity MirrorIlluminated passenger-side vanity mirrorIlluminated passenger-side vanity mirror
Power Door LocksYesYes
Power WindowsPower windows with driver auto up/down featurePower windows with driver auto up/down feature
Reading LightMap lightsMap lights
Rear View MirrorAuto-dimming day/night rear view mirrorAuto-dimming day/night rear view mirror
Remote Audio ControlsAudio controls mounted on steering wheelAudio controls mounted on steering wheel
Remote Keyless EntryYesYes
Steering Wheel AdjustmentTilt/telescopic steering wheelTilt/telescopic steering wheel

Dimensions

2008 Acura TSX Base 2009 Acura TSX Technology
Cargo Capacity374 L357 L
Curb Weight1488 kg1556 kg
Front Headroom960 mm955 mm
Front Legroom1076 mm1078 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity65 L70 L
Height1456 mm1440 mm
Length4660 mm4726 mm
Rear Headroom947 mm941 mm
Rear Legroom868 mm872 mm
Wheelbase2670 mm2705 mm
Width1762 mm1840 mm

Exterior Details

2008 Acura TSX Base 2009 Acura TSX Technology
Door HandlesBody-color outside door handles with chrome trimChrome door handles
Exterior DecorationDual exhausts with chrome tipsDual exhausts with chrome tips
Exterior Mirror ColourBody-color folding outside mirrors with integrated turn signalsBody-color folding outside mirrors with integrated turn signals
Front Fog LightsFog lampsFog lamps
Headlight TypeXenon headlightsHigh Intensity headlamps
MudguardFront splash guardsFront splash guards
Power Exterior MirrorsPower-adjustable outside mirrorsPower-adjustable outside mirrors
Rear Window DefrosterYesYes
SunroofPower glass sunroofPower glass sunroof

Interior Details

2008 Acura TSX Base 2009 Acura TSX Technology
Driver Info CenterDriver information centerDriver information center
Folding Rear Seats60/40-split folding rear bench seat60/40-split folding rear bench seat
Front Center ArmrestFront center armrest with storageFront center armrest with storage
Front Seats Driver Power Seats8-way power driver's seat8-way power driver's seat
Front Seats Driver Seat Memory2-position memory feature for driver's seat2-position memory system for driver's seat
Front Seats Front Seat TypeBucket front seatsBucket front seats
Front Seats HeatedHeated front seatsHeated front seats
Front Seats Passenger Power Seats4-way power front passenger seat4-way power front passenger seat
Maintenance Interval ReminderMaintenance minder systemMaintenance minder system
Outside Temperature GaugeOutside temperature displayOutside temperature display
Rear Center ArmrestRear-seat fold-down center armrestRear-seat fold-down center armrest
Seat TrimPerforated leather seatsPerforated leather seats
Shifter Knob TrimLeather-wrapped shift knob with aluminum trimLeather-wrapped shift knob
Steering Wheel TrimLeather-wrapped steering wheelLeather-wrapped steering wheel

Mechanical

2008 Acura TSX Base 2009 Acura TSX Technology
Drive TrainFront-wheel driveFront-wheel drive
Engine Name2.4L L4 DOHC 16-valve2.4L L4 DOHC 16-valve
Stability ControlYesYes
Traction ControlYesYes
Transmission6-speed manual transmission6-speed manual transmission
Transmission (Option)5-speed automatic transmission with manual mode5-speed automatic transmission with manual mode and wheel-mounted paddle shifters (torque: 170 lb-ft @ 4,300 rpm)

Overview

2008 Acura TSX Base 2009 Acura TSX Technology
BodySedanSedan
Doors44
Engine2.4L L4 DOHC 16-valve2.4L L4 DOHC 16-valve
Fuel Consumption10.5 (Automatic City)7.0 (Automatic Highway)10.8 (Manual City)7.2 (Manual Highway)9.6 (Automatic City)6.5 (Automatic Highway)10.5 (Manual City)7.0 (Manual Highway)
Power205 hp @ 7000 rpm201 hp @ 7000 rpm
Seats55
Transmission5-speed automatic transmission with manual mode5-speed automatic transmission with manual mode and wheel-mounted paddle shifters (torque: 170 lb-ft @ 4,300 rpm)
WarrantiesBumper-to-Bumper80000/km, 48/Months Powertrain100000/km, 60/Months Roadside AssistanceUnlimited/km, 48/Months Rust-throughUnlimited/km, 60/MonthsBumper-to-Bumper80000/km, 48/Months Powertrain100000/km, 60/Months Roadside AssistanceUnlimited/km, 48/Months Rust-throughUnlimited/km, 60/Months

Safety

2008 Acura TSX Base 2009 Acura TSX Technology
Anti-Lock BrakesAnti-lock brakesAnti-lock brakes
Brake AssistBrake assistBrake assist
Brake Type4-wheel disc4-wheel disc
Child Seat AnchorLATCH child seat anchorsLATCH child seat anchors
Child-proof LocksRear child door locksRear child door locks
Driver AirbagDriver-side front airbagDriver-side front airbag
Electronic brake force distributionElectronic brake force distributionElectronic brake force distribution
Front Seat BeltsRegularRegular
Ignition DisableImmobilizer theft-deterrent systemImmobilizer theft-deterrent system
Passenger AirbagPassenger side front airbagPassenger side front airbag
Roof Side CurtainSide-curtain airbagsSide-curtain airbags
Side AirbagFront side airbagsFront side airbags

Suspension and Steering

2008 Acura TSX Base 2009 Acura TSX Technology
Front SuspensionIndependent front suspensionIndependent front suspension
Front TiresP215/50R17P215/50R17
Power SteeringSpeed-sensing variable-assist power-assisted rack-and-pinion steeringSpeed sensitive electric rack-and-pinion steering
Rear SuspensionIndependent rear suspensionIndependent rear suspension
Tire Pressure Monitoring SystemYesYes
Wheel Type17'' alloy wheels17'' alloy wheels

2008 Acura TSX Base

The 2008 Acura TSX Base is a Front-wheel drive Sedan. It can accommodate up to 5 passengers. It has 4 Doors and is powered by a 2.4L L4 DOHC 16-valve engine which outputs 205 hp @ 7000 rpm and is paired with 5-speed automatic transmission with manual mode gearbox. The 2008 Acura TSX Base has cargo capacity of 374 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1488 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2008 Acura TSX Base has stability control and traction control in addition to anti-lock brake system (ABS). The vehicle has an optional engine as well It offers and. Safety features also include Driver-side front airbag and Passenger side front airbag. The front suspension is Independent front suspension while the rear suspension is Independent rear suspension. The car also features a Yes It has 17'' alloy wheels as standard. Electronic features include Cruise Control. For convenience, the car has Power windows and Power door locks. There is also a remote keyless entry feature. Moreover, the car has. The steering wheel has audio control buttons. In terms of performance, the car has 224 N.m of torque and a top speed of 216 km/h. The 2008 Acura TSX Base accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 8 seconds and hits quarter mile at 15.7 seconds. Fuel consumption is 10.5 L/100km in the city and 7 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 36,200

2009 Acura TSX Technology

The 2009 Acura TSX Technology is a Front-wheel drive Sedan. It can accommodate up to 5 passengers. It has 4 Doors and is powered by a 2.4L L4 DOHC 16-valve engine which outputs 201 hp @ 7000 rpm and is paired with 5-speed automatic transmission with manual mode and wheel-mounted paddle shifters (torque: 170 lb-ft @ 4,300 rpm) gearbox. The 2009 Acura TSX Technology has cargo capacity of 357 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1556 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2009 Acura TSX Technology has stability control and traction control in addition to anti-lock brake system (ABS). The vehicle has an optional engine as well It offers and Rear view camera. Safety features also include Driver-side front airbag and Passenger side front airbag. The front suspension is Independent front suspension while the rear suspension is Independent rear suspension. The car also features a Yes It has 17'' alloy wheels as standard. Electronic features include Cruise Control. For convenience, the car has Power windows and Power door locks. There is also a remote keyless entry feature. Moreover, the car has. The steering wheel has audio control buttons. In terms of performance, the car has 219 N.m of torque and a top speed of 215 km/h. The 2009 Acura TSX Technology accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 8.4 seconds and hits quarter mile at 16 seconds. Fuel consumption is 9.6 L/100km in the city and 6.5 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 39,000


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