By Rich on 12/14/07 15:32 PM (PST)
Vehicle
2003 Acura RSX 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
Review
I bought my RSX right after I graduated from college. It was essentially a present to myself for securing a decent paying job. Five years later, I still absolutely love my car and wouldn't trade it with anyone. I'll probably have it for at least another 5 years. The cost of ownership is insanely low; in five years I've only replaced the tires and brakes. With 3-4 oil changes per year, my car has treated me right.
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By christineeee on 10/11/07 15:39 PM (PDT)
Vehicle
2003 Acura RSX 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
Review
Bought used, ended up paying more that I normally do for a used car, but still a great value. Car is excellent to drive, inside console seems to be made to mold around driver. Only thing I wish is that the seats were a little bit cushier, but all in all a great car!
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By rstibbetts on 09/07/07 19:35 PM (PDT)
Vehicle
2003 Acura RSX 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
Review
I am now at about 60K miles and this car has been great. Reliable, cool look, great handling and acceleration, excellent mileage (never averaged less than 30 MPG) and not too expensive or refined, considering it's an Acura. Gives me what I need at a reasonable price (at the time). Unfortunately Acura dropped this great little car. Cons: bad driver side blind spot, rattles in the dash (pronounced when the car is cold) and a rough ride with stock tires (improved with different tires). Back seat is tight, but what do you expect in a coupe? Probably the best vehicle I have owned.
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By Joni on 08/03/07 11:49 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
2003 Acura RSX Type-S 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
Review
This was my first Acura and probably not the last. The car has awesome acceleration, great handling and is very fun to drive overall. Decent gas mileage, lots of looks, six speeds and the classic tell tale headlights (I like the 02-04 look better than the later 05-06 models). The third gear does grind from time to time. You really have to carefully place the gear to avoid it. Also this car is incredibly connected to the road. You hear and feel every little bump... a good thing if you're driving a sportier car, but tiresome if it's also your daily driver. Finally the insurance on this car is outrageous.
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By LP on 07/24/07 19:05 PM (PDT)
Vehicle
2003 Acura RSX 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
Review
This car is a luxury car at a great deal. Acura has a great reputation for quality, as they are made by Honda. This car is no exception. It's fun to drive and handles wonderfully. Great standard features that would normally have to be added for an extra price, come standard.
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By Geo on 06/14/07 07:36 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
2003 Acura RSX Type-S 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
Review
Great car. It has fuel efficiency and it's amazing to drive. I have owned it for 4 years now and I wouldn't change a thing.
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By bpayne on 03/28/07 09:45 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
2003 Acura RSX Type-S 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
Review
Another great car I have owned. This car has a sporty look to it with the optional A-spec package offered by the acura dealership which includes spoiler, lip kit and upgraded suspension rims and tires.
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By SFarchie on 02/11/07 23:08 PM (PST)
Vehicle
2003 Acura RSX 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
Review
This is a great car for young people under the age of 30. Older than that you probably would want more comfort and luxury. The car has never failed to start up or have had any mechanical issues. Handles beautifully. Now the bad stuff: the car rattles around the dash and hatch considerably. Multiple visits to the dealership did not rectify this problem. Also, I do not get very good gas mileage. Approx. 25 mpg overall. Another complaint is the cheap leather seating and easy to scratch up interior plastic trimmings. Oh yeah, and the car is loud (tire noise) when driven on the highway.
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By Johnny Rotten on 12/26/06 13:39 PM (PST)
Vehicle
2003 Acura RSX Type-S 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
Review
This vehicle was the right car for the right price, wanted something with good gas mileage and fun to drive. At 3000 miles the clutch slipped, took it in, couldn't find a problem. At 20,000 miles the clutch was shot, they replaced under a 'good faith' warranty. At 40,000 miles clutch slipped again, couldn't find a problem. At 49,000 miles the second clutch is shot, had to be replaced. Told me it was a wear and tear item and I had to pay for it. $1400 later, I'm getting my one year warranty out of the clutch and then getting rid of it. It likes to go fast, but doesn't like to stop. Brakes need improvement. The Bose sound system could be a lot better. I've heard Bose before, this is no Bose.
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By JDA on 10/15/06 10:15 AM (PDT)
Vehicle
2003 Acura RSX Type-S 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
Review
Picked this up used as a 2 year placeholder, and now I'm rethinking the decision - in a good way - as in I might keep it longer than I thought. A great car. Excellent mpg, reliable, quick, handles great (for what it is), well-designed, sporty looking, low-emission vehicle. If you fold those back seats down, you can cram a lot of stuff back there. I feel like I'm late to the party on this model and now it has been discontinued - what a shame. The only negatives - small back seat, and overall the car is really small and light. I worry about safety, especially when I drive my little girl. In sum: if you like to drive curves fast, but you need a commuter, you will like this car.
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