2012 Acura TSX Base
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2013 Acura TSX V6 TECH

2012 Acura TSX  Base

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2013 Acura TSX  V6 TECH
2012 Acura TSX Base 2013 Acura TSX V6 TECH Difference
Name Base V6 TECH
Price $ 31,890 $ 42,350
Body Sedan Sedan
Doors 4 Doors 4 Doors 0 (0%)
Engine 2.4L L4 DOHC 16-valve 3.5L V6 DOHC 24-valve
Power 201 hp @ 7000 rpm 280 hp @ 6200 rpm
Number of Seats N/A Seats N/A Seats
Transmission 6-speed manual transmission 5 speed automatic transmission
Cargo Space 396.0 L 396.0 L 0 (0%)
Maximum Cargo Space 396.0 L 396.0 L 0 (0%)
Wheel Type 17'' aluminum-alloy wheels 18'' alloy wheels
Series
Drivetrain Front-wheel drive Front-wheel drive
Horsepower 201 HP 280 HP 79 (39%)
Torque 219 N.m 306 N.m 87 (40%)
Top Speed 215 km/h 240 km/h 25 (12%)
Acceleration 0-100 km/h (0-60 mph) 8.8 s 6.9 s 1.9 (22%)
Fuel Type
Fuel Consumption (City) 9.3 L/100km 10.7 L/100km 1.4 (15%)
Fuel Consumption (Highway) 6.2 L/100km 7.0 L/100km 0.8 (13%)
Gear Type manual auto
Weight 1,669 KG 1,669 KG
Brand Acura Acura
Model TSX TSX
0-400m (Quarter Mile) 16.4 s 14.7 s 1.7 (10%)
0-400m (Quarter Mile) - Speed 140.3 km/h 156.8 km/h 16.48 (12%)
0-800m (Half Mile) 27.2 s 24.3 s 2.9 (11%)
0-800m (Half Mile) - Speed 157.9 km/h 176.5 km/h 18.56 (12%)
Modifications (MODS)
Modifications Cost $ 0 $ 0 0 (0%)

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Comfort and Convenience

2012 Acura TSX Base 2013 Acura TSX V6 TECH
AM/FM stereo radioAM/FM stereo radio with auxiliary input jack and USB portAM/FM stereo radio with RDS, auxiliary input jack and USB port
Air ConditionningDual-zone auto climate controlDual-zone auto climate control
Bluetooth Wireless TechnologyYesYes
Cruise ControlYesYes
Driver Vanity MirrorIlluminated driver vanity mirrorIlluminated driver vanity mirror
Front WipersSpeed-sensitive variable intermittent wipersSpeed-sensitive variable intermittent wipers
Garage Door OpenerUniversal garage door openerUniversal garage door opener
Interior Air FilterYesYes
Number of Speakers7 speakers10 speakers
Passenger Vanity MirrorIlluminated passenger vanity mirrorIlluminated passenger vanity mirror
Power Door LocksYesYes
Power WindowsPower windows with automatic up/down featurePower windows with automatic up/down feature
Premium Sound SystemAcura Premium audio systemAcura/ELS Surround 415-watt Premium audio system
Reading LightFront reading lightsFront reading lights
Rear View MirrorAutomatic day/night rear view mirrorAutomatic day/night rear view mirror
Remote Audio ControlsAudio controls mounted on steering wheelAudio controls mounted on steering wheel
Remote Keyless EntryYesYes
Single CDCD/MP3 playerCD player/MP3/Windows Media® Audio capability
Special FeatureXM satellite radioXM satellite radio
Steering Wheel AdjustmentTilt and telescopic steering wheelTilt and telescopic steering wheel
Trunk LightYesYes
Trunk/Hatch OperationRemote trunk releaseRemote trunk release

Dimensions

2012 Acura TSX Base 2013 Acura TSX V6 TECH
Cargo Capacity396 L396 L
Curb Weight1542 kg1672 kg
Front Headroom955 mm955 mm
Front Legroom1078 mm1078 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity70 L70 L
Height1440 mm1440 mm
Length4715 mm4715 mm
Maximum Cargo Capacity396 L396 L
Rear Headroom941 mm941 mm
Rear Legroom872 mm872 mm
Wheelbase2706 mm2706 mm
Width1840 mm1840 mm

Exterior Details

2012 Acura TSX Base 2013 Acura TSX V6 TECH
Door HandlesChrome door handlesChrome door handles
Exterior DecorationDual chrome exhaust tipsDual chrome exhaust tips
Exterior Mirror ColourBody-color exterior mirrorsBody-color exterior mirrors
Front Fog LightsYesYes
Headlight TypeHalogen headlightsHigh-Intensity Discharge (HID) low-beam headlights
Headlights Sensor With Auto OnAutomatic headlightsAutomatic headlights
Heated Exterior MirrorsYesYes
MudguardFront mudguardsFront mudguards
Power Exterior MirrorsPower-adjustable outside mirrors with integrated turn signalsPower-adjustable outside mirrors with integrated turn signals
Rear Window DefrosterYesYes
SunroofPower glass sunroofPower glass sunroof

Interior Details

2012 Acura TSX Base 2013 Acura TSX V6 TECH
CompassYesYes
Driver Info CenterDriver information centerDriver information center
Floor MatsYesYes
Front Center ArmrestCenter amrest with storageCenter amrest with storage
Front Seats Active HeadrestsActive front headrestsActive front headrests
Front Seats Driver LombarDriver's seat lumbar supportDriver's seat lumbar support
Front Seats Driver Power Seats8 way power driver seat8 way power driver seat
Front Seats Front Seat Back StorageFront seatback map pocketsFront seatback map pockets
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 reminder
Number of Cup Holders4 cup-holders4 cup-holders
Outside Temperature GaugeYesYes
Rear Center ArmrestRear-seat centre armrest with dual beverage holdersRear-seat centre armrest with dual beverage holders
Rear Seat Type60/40 split folding rear seat60/40 split folding rear seat
Seat TrimPremium cloth seatsPerforated leather seats
Shifter Knob TrimLeather-wrapped shift knob with aluminum trimLeather-wrapped shift knob with aluminum trim
Special FeatureBlue ambient interior lightingBlue ambient interior lighting
Steering Wheel TrimLeather-wrapped steering wheelLeather-wrapped steering wheel

Mechanical

2012 Acura TSX Base 2013 Acura TSX V6 TECH
Drive TrainFront-wheel driveFront-wheel drive
Engine Name2.4L L4 DOHC 16-valve3.5L V6 DOHC 24-valve
Stability ControlYesYes
Traction ControlYesYes
Transmission6-speed manual transmission5 speed automatic transmission

Overview

2012 Acura TSX Base 2013 Acura TSX V6 TECH
BodySedanSedan
Doors44
Engine2.4L L4 DOHC 16-valve3.5L V6 DOHC 24-valve
Fuel Consumption9.3 (Automatic City)6.2 (Automatic Highway)9.9 (Manual City)6.8 (Manual Highway)10.7 (Automatic City)7.0 (Automatic Highway)
Power201 hp @ 7000 rpm280 hp @ 6200 rpm
SeatsN/AN/A
Transmission6-speed manual transmission5 speed automatic transmission
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, 60/Months Rust-throughUnlimited/km, 60/Months

Safety

2012 Acura TSX Base 2013 Acura TSX V6 TECH
Anti-Lock BrakesAnti-lock brakesAnti-lock brakes
Brake AssistBrake assistBrake assist
Brake Type4-wheel disc4-wheel disc
Child Seat AnchorChild seat anchorsChild seat anchors
Child-proof LocksChild security rear door locksChild security rear door locks
Driver AirbagDirver-side front airbagDirver-side front airbag
Front Seat BeltsRegularRegular
Ignition DisableEngine immobilizerEngine immobilizer
Panic AlarmPanic alarmPanic alarm
Passenger AirbagPassenger side front airbagPassenger side front airbag
Roof Side CurtainSide-curtain airbagsSide-curtain airbags
Side AirbagSide airbagsSide airbags

Suspension and Steering

2012 Acura TSX Base 2013 Acura TSX V6 TECH
Front SuspensionIndependant front suspensionIndependant front suspension
Front TiresP225/50R17P235/45R18
Power SteeringYesYes
Rear SuspensionIndependent rear suspensionIndependent rear suspension
Tire Pressure Monitoring SystemYesYes
Wheel Type17'' aluminum-alloy wheels18'' 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

2013 Acura TSX V6 TECH

The 2013 Acura TSX V6 TECH is a Front-wheel drive Sedan. It has 4 Doors and is powered by a 3.5L V6 DOHC 24-valve engine which outputs 280 hp @ 6200 rpm and is paired with 5 speed automatic transmission gearbox. The 2013 Acura TSX V6 TECH has cargo capacity of 396 Liters and the vehicle weighs 1672 kg. In terms of ride assists, the 2013 Acura TSX V6 TECH 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 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 18'' 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 306 N.m of torque and a top speed of 240 km/h. The 2013 Acura TSX V6 TECH accelerates from zero to 60 mph in 6.9 seconds and hits quarter mile at 14.7 seconds. Fuel consumption is 10.7 L/100km in the city and 7 L/100km in the highway. The car price starts at $ 42,350


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