2012 Acura TSX Base
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2009 Acura TSX Technology

2012 Acura TSX  Base

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2009 Acura TSX  Technology
2012 Acura TSX Base 2009 Acura TSX Technology Difference
Name Base Technology
Price $ 31,890 $ 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 201 hp @ 7000 rpm 201 hp @ 7000 rpm
Number of Seats N/A Seats 5 Seats
Transmission 6-speed manual transmission 5-speed automatic transmission with manual mode and wheel-mounted paddle shifters (torque: 170 lb-ft @ 4,300 rpm)
Cargo Space 396.0 L 357.0 L 39 (10%)
Maximum Cargo Space 396.0 L 357.0 L 39 (10%)
Wheel Type 17'' aluminum-alloy wheels 17'' alloy wheels
Series TSX II (Cu2)
Drivetrain Front-wheel drive Front-wheel drive
Horsepower 201 HP 201 HP 0 (0%)
Torque 219 N.m 219 N.m 0 (0%)
Top Speed 215 km/h 215 km/h 0 (0%)
Acceleration 0-100 km/h (0-60 mph) 8.8 s 8.4 s 0.4 (5%)
Fuel Type Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption (City) 9.3 L/100km 9.6 L/100km 0.3 (3%)
Fuel Consumption (Highway) 6.2 L/100km 6.5 L/100km 0.3 (5%)
Gear Type manual auto
Weight 1,669 KG 1,556 KG
Brand Acura Acura
Model TSX TSX
0-400m (Quarter Mile) 16.4 s 16.0 s 0.4 (2%)
0-400m (Quarter Mile) - Speed 140.3 km/h 143.7 km/h 3.36 (2%)
0-800m (Half Mile) 27.2 s 26.6 s 0.6 (2%)
0-800m (Half Mile) - Speed 157.9 km/h 161.8 km/h 3.84 (2%)
Modifications (MODS)
Modifications Cost $ 0 $ 0 0 (0%)

vs TSX II (Cu2) Specifications

Comfort and Convenience

2012 Acura TSX Base 2009 Acura TSX Technology
AM/FM stereo radioAM/FM stereo radio with auxiliary input jack and USB portAM/FM stereo radio with auxiliary audio jack
Air ConditionningDual-zone auto climate controlDual-zone automatic climate control
Bluetooth Wireless TechnologyYesBluetooth hands-free communication system
Driver Vanity MirrorIlluminated driver vanity mirrorDriver-side illuminated vanity mirror
Front WipersSpeed-sensitive variable intermittent wipersSpeed-sensing variable intermittent windshield wipers
Garage Door OpenerUniversal garage door openerGarage door opener
Interior Air FilterYesYes
Number of Speakers7 speakers10 speakers
Passenger Vanity MirrorIlluminated passenger vanity mirrorIlluminated passenger-side vanity mirror
Power Door LocksYesYes
Power WindowsPower windows with automatic up/down featurePower windows with driver auto up/down feature
Reading LightFront reading lightsMap lights
Rear View MirrorAutomatic 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
Special FeatureXM satellite radioXM satellite radio with 3-month trial
Steering Wheel AdjustmentTilt and telescopic steering wheelTilt/telescopic steering wheel

Dimensions

2012 Acura TSX Base 2009 Acura TSX Technology
Cargo Capacity396 L357 L
Curb Weight1542 kg1556 kg
Front Headroom955 mm955 mm
Front Legroom1078 mm1078 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity70 L70 L
Height1440 mm1440 mm
Length4715 mm4726 mm
Rear Headroom941 mm941 mm
Rear Legroom872 mm872 mm
Wheelbase2706 mm2705 mm
Width1840 mm1840 mm

Exterior Details

2012 Acura TSX Base 2009 Acura TSX Technology
Door HandlesChrome door handlesChrome door handles
Exterior DecorationDual chrome exhaust tipsDual exhausts with chrome tips
Exterior Mirror ColourBody-color exterior mirrorsBody-color folding outside mirrors with integrated turn signals
Front Fog LightsYesFog lamps
Headlight TypeHalogen headlightsHigh Intensity headlamps
Headlights Sensor With Auto OnAutomatic headlightsAutomatic headlights
MudguardFront mudguardsFront splash guards
Power Exterior MirrorsPower-adjustable outside mirrors with integrated turn signalsPower-adjustable outside mirrors
Rear Window DefrosterYesYes
SunroofPower glass sunroofPower glass sunroof

Interior Details

2012 Acura TSX Base 2009 Acura TSX Technology
CompassYesYes
Driver Info CenterDriver information centerDriver information center
Front Center ArmrestCenter amrest with storageFront center armrest with storage
Front Seats Driver LombarDriver's seat lumbar supportDriver's seat lumbar support
Front Seats Driver Power Seats8 way power driver seat8-way power driver's seat
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 reminderMaintenance minder system
Outside Temperature GaugeYesOutside temperature display
Rear Center ArmrestRear-seat centre armrest with dual beverage holdersRear-seat fold-down center armrest
Seat TrimPremium cloth 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

2012 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

2012 Acura TSX Base 2009 Acura TSX Technology
BodySedanSedan
Doors44
Engine2.4L L4 DOHC 16-valve2.4L L4 DOHC 16-valve
Fuel Consumption9.3 (Automatic City)6.2 (Automatic Highway)9.9 (Manual City)6.8 (Manual Highway)9.6 (Automatic City)6.5 (Automatic Highway)10.5 (Manual City)7.0 (Manual Highway)
Power201 hp @ 7000 rpm201 hp @ 7000 rpm
SeatsN/A5
Transmission6-speed manual transmission5-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, 60/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

2012 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 AnchorChild seat anchorsLATCH child seat anchors
Child-proof LocksChild security rear door locksRear child door locks
Driver AirbagDirver-side front airbagDriver-side front airbag
Front Seat BeltsRegularRegular
Ignition DisableEngine immobilizerImmobilizer theft-deterrent system
Passenger AirbagPassenger side front airbagPassenger side front airbag
Roof Side CurtainSide-curtain airbagsSide-curtain airbags
Side AirbagSide airbagsFront side airbags

Suspension and Steering

2012 Acura TSX Base 2009 Acura TSX Technology
Front SuspensionIndependant front suspensionIndependent front suspension
Front TiresP225/50R17P215/50R17
Power SteeringYesSpeed sensitive electric rack-and-pinion steering
Rear SuspensionIndependent rear suspensionIndependent rear suspension
Tire Pressure Monitoring SystemYesYes
Wheel Type17'' aluminum-alloy wheels17'' alloy wheels

2012 Acura TSX Base

The 2012 Acura TSX Base is a Front-wheel drive Sedan. 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 6-speed manual transmission gearbox. The 2012 Acura TSX Base has cargo capacity of 396 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1542 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2012 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 Dirver-side front airbag and Passenger side front airbag. The front suspension is Independant front suspension while the rear suspension is Independent rear suspension. The car also features a Yes It has 17'' aluminum-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 2012 Acura TSX Base accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 8.8 seconds and hits quarter mile at 16.4 seconds. Fuel consumption is 9.3 L/100km in the city and 6.2 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 31,890

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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