Heaping on loads of technological gadgets doesn't necessarily make this luxury sports sedan any sportier, though Acura would like you to think it does. The 2009 Acura TSX certainly packs in plenty of upscale features, but its primary changes for 2009 are improvements to the handling, safety, and structure of this front-wheel-drive American version of the European Honda Accord.
Although it retains a 2.4-liter i-VTEC four-cylinder engine, tweaks to the intake and exhaust systems, valve timing, and a higher compression ratio promise a more widely distributed power range. Horsepower drops to 201, but torque rises to 172 ft-lbs at 4,400 RPM. For 2009, this engine now meets the ULEV low emission standards of the EPA. A close-ratio six-speed manual is standard, with the option to add a five-speed Sportshift automatic, controlled by paddle shifters on the wheel. With 0-60 times of 6.6 seconds, the 2009 TSX won't win any races, and in fact comparable German sports sedans offer much more power without sacrificing too much fuel economy. The TSX averages 22/30 mpg.
Updates to the 2009 TSX include more pronounced wheel wells and a smaller RL-inspired front grille. On the performance side, the TSX boasts a stronger chassis, with new cross-brace reinforcements, a beefed up rear bulkhead, interior frame rails, and a longer wheelbase (by 1.3 inches) and wider track (by 3 inches). This not only improves stability, reduces body lean in turns, and offers smoother handling, it also adds a few more inches to passenger hiproom. Revisions to the A, B, and C pillars improve visibility and increase sound dampening. Also on hand is the new Advanced Compatibility Engineering system up front, which reduces frontal bumper impact in collisions. Hoping to increase its crash-test scores, the 2009 TSX offers standard traction and stability control, 17-inch wheels, six airbags, and four-wheel ABS brakes.
The 2009 Acura TSX maintains its high-end features. Already standard are powered and heated front seats, leather upholstery, a sunroof, a 7-speaker sound system, a CD/MP3 player with iPod input, xenon headlights, remote entry, and automatic climate control. New standard features include Bluetooth, more wheel-mounted controls, and a compass. The Technology Package offers up an optional rearview camera, new 10-speaker surround sound, a 6-CD changer, and a navigation system that is now voice-based rather than touchscreen-based. It comes with new real-time traffic and weather updates. The center console has been revised and more chrome-plated plastic added. Despite the additional length and width, however, rear legroom remains cramped, and the trunk loses some space, clocking in at 12.6 cubic feet. Other drawbacks include tire noise and bland styling. Many drivers complain that the light and numb steering reduces road feel, which is unfortunate for a sports car.
I'm planning to buy an used car, i recently see this car, an Acura tsx with 200k, it have had 2 owners and the last owner was a woman, the interior is in excellent condition i have heard that checking the interior is important, because if it is in a good codition the engine must be as well, I do not have much expirience and i want an advice from someone with more knowledge so what do you think?
I m interesting to buy Acura 2009 Tsx with 160k also Acura TL 2006 with 178k . Both are not rebuilt. Can someone advise me which one is better . Thanks
Acura tsx '09 38k miles, i went in for maintenance yesterday, i was told i need 30k miles maintenance schedule. I was charged $529.76 total. My car was in running condition even before the check up. I was told full change of all fluids-transmission, engine,coolant,brake fluids. My brakes , tires & battery were good condition. Am i taken for a roide by the dealer???
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: element · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 7 · 360 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.8 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 10.2 · Rear brake width: .35 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center folding with storage · Center console trim: leather · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: alloy · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Assist handle: front · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: front · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: 2 driver · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: accessory hook · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Power adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 4.75
Exterior Features
Door handle color: chrome · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Front bumper color: body-color · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: wing · Window trim: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: maintenance reminder
Lights
Headlights: HID
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual folding
Passenger Seat
Power adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Roof
Moonroof: remote operation
Safety
Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear · Parking sensors: rear
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: sport bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Steering
Steering ratio: 13.4 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.6
Suspension
Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 27 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Stabilizer Bar: diameter 17 mm · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link
Telematics
Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Diameter: 18 · Profile: 40 · Type: all season · Width: 225
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: alloy
Windows
Front wipers: speed sensitive · Power windows: remote operation
Air Conditioning
Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Dual front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: element · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · 6 disc in-dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Surround audio: 5.1 · Total Number of Speakers: 10 · 415 watts
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Front brake diameter: 11.8 · Front brake width: 1.1 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 10.2 · Rear brake width: .35 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center folding with storage · Center console trim: leather · Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Shift knob trim: alloy · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Assist handle: front · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: rear · Dimming rearview mirror: auto-dimming · Memorized settings: 2 driver · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 2 · Power outlet(s): 12V front · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: paddle shifter · Storage: front seatback · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Adjustable lumbar support: manual · Power adjustments: 8
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 4.75
Exterior Features
Door handle color: chrome · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Front bumper color: body-color · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler: wing · Window trim: chrome
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 2
Instrumentation
Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: Auto off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: integrated turn signals
Passenger Seat
Power adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Roof
Moonroof: one-touch open/close
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Parking sensors: rear
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front and rear · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat power adjustments: height · Front seat type: sport bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather
Spare Tire
Mount Location: inside · Size: temporary
Spare Wheel
Rim Type: steel
Steering
Steering ratio: 13.4 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.6
Suspension
Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Stabilizer Bar: diameter 27 mm · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: double wishbones · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Stabilizer Bar: diameter 17 mm · Rear Suspension Classification: independent · Rear Suspension Type: multi-link
Telematics
Navigation system: with voice recognition · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires
Diameter: 18 · Profile: 40 · Type: all season · Width: 225
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy · Wheels: alloy
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Power windows: remote operation