2004 Acura RSX Consumer Discussions

Civic Si or Acura RSX Type-S?

• Re: Civic Si or Acura RSX Type-S? [nitrousxl]

  Written by: mexateck on Aug 25, 2008 10:01:37 AM

  The Civic Si actually has a wider final gear than the RSX. So technically, the RSX is indeed faster while the Civic could THEORETICALLY get better gas mileage. In essence, the RSX is actually a better car than the Civic, in terms of build quality and suspension tuning as well. However, the Civic Si has much more to offer for the money, as a fully equipped one will cost some 4 ... Read More

Acura RSX Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: zbird [nippononly]

  Written by: wha on Sep 10, 2007 2:35:47 PM

  I have an Acura RSX 2004 type S silver/black with only 20k miles on it, excellent condition with painted fog lights, drill/slot rotors, spoiler, chrome wheels, backup sensors. The price is $17k - check it out on Craigslist.com

Acura RSX Maintenance and Repair

• Re: Replace headlight [jmwakin1]

  Written by: vibsr on May 5, 2007 9:12:13 PM

  I replaced the drivers side headlight on my 2004 RSX. IT IS NOT EASY BY ANY STRETCH OF THE IMAGINATION. The procedure was more involved than what the owner's manual suggested. I had to remove the battery (well...okay), then unfasten the washer bottle filler tube from the body. From this point forward, it gets hard because you can't see what you're doing AT ALL. First, disconnect the plug. Second, slide the ... Read More

• Re: After market parts on RSX [rsxdriver]

  Written by: john500 on Oct 13, 2006 5:39:54 AM

  I've never heard of that either. Are you sure that the "body shop" knows what a throttle even is? The body shop should repair the body and have the Acura dealer repair the engine. In 2005, Toyota switched from cable-based throttles to electronic throttles on several models. Based upon Jackson Racing's failure to make superchargers for the Acura RSX-S beyond 2004, I suspect Acura did the same thing and the body ... Read More

Acura RSX (All years/types)

• clestype

  Written by: z71bill on Feb 20, 2006 9:33:19 PM

  Remove stickers - I have used bug and tar remover or WD-40 - both worked OK - but it still took some effort. Back in January of 2004 I looked at the RSX - ended up with a nightmare lemon Mazda3 - main reason I did not buy the RSX was the lack of side curtain air bags - (the low power output of the base engine didn't help much either ... Read More

Acura RSX MPG-Real World Numbers

• 29 MPG

  Written by: jfbrown42 on Feb 4, 2006 12:31:21 PM

  I've got a 2004 Acura RSX Type-S. I use the Fuel Log at GasBuddy to track my MPG. In 2005 I logged an average of 28.91 MPG. This was mostly highway driving at around 70 MPH. The best I ever got was on one trip home from another state on secondary roads averaging around 50 MPH, I got 34.16 MPG on that trip. So far in 2006, I'm averaging 28.4 MPG. ... Read More

Mini Cooper v. Hyundai Tiburon v. Acura RSX v. Subaru WRX

• My apologies for this long post. i actually test-drove all of these...

  Written by: silversolara on Aug 31, 2005 8:39:56 AM

  ... and stayed the heck away from the GTI while I was making a decision for buying this year. I owned a 72-73 Fastback, and had 2 friends who later owned a Scirocco and a Golf. Of the 3 Volkswagens, the Fastback seemed to be the best car. The Scirocco and the Golf both developed electrical problems - the worst was when both cars' power windows got stuck during the winter ... Read More

Acura RSX MPG-Real World Numbers

• Re: Acura RSX Owners: MPG-Real World Numbers [KarenS]

  Written by: dengan on Aug 16, 2005 4:06:24 PM

  Hi Canadian car purchased Aug 2001. I keep my mileages in Quattro Pro files so they're in there by year. Here goes: My best mileage was 41.9 mpg and 6.7 litres per kilometer 2002 average for the year was 31.4 mpg and 9.1 litres 2003 average for the year was 30.1 mpg and 9.5 litres 2004 average for the year was 25.7 mpg and 11.3 litres 2005 average year to date ... Read More

Acura RSX (All years/types)

• Gas and Price

  Written by: felt on Jul 12, 2005 5:19:15 AM

  I own a 2004 RSX, manual with about 25,000 miles. I enjoy every aspect of the vehicle. It is sporty, comfortable, fun to drive, very efficient, and it has Acura quality. I must admit that I live in New Hampshire, and do not experience much in the way of "city" driving. My normal driving is in the 40 - 70 mph range, but I consistently get 38-41 mpg per tank on ... Read More

• Re: joaorv [nitromax]

  Written by: joaorv on Jun 28, 2005 9:28:14 PM

  Sure hope so! that Type-R looks very sweet, limited slip diferential, momo wheel, brembo breakes, and this page i found estimates the 0-60 at arround 5.5 secs, but they have a desclaimers that is a power calculation and not from a road test. Macau is very wierd as far as cars go, we get some stuff then don't get other and there are many diferent car dealers, there is no "Honda" ... Read More

• Possible good news!

  Written by: joaorv on Jun 28, 2005 8:07:22 AM

  I was looking through the goverment website under the list of authorised cars and under acura they just had the 2004 RSX model but under honda they had the 2005 Integra Type R M/T. Now am i dreaming or isn't this the RSX-S? i searched on the web and found out it is the same car only it gets called RSX in the US. I'm gona check some dealers and get ... Read More

Acura RSX Maintenance and Repair

• Squealing?

  Written by: njpunk24 on Jun 11, 2005 3:03:50 PM

  I've got a 2004 RSX with 22,000 miles on it. I just had it in to the Acura dealer to get somethings checked out. One of those things was a rattle in the sunroof when tilted. They SAID they fixed something on it and reassembled. Though, I still hear rattling. I also wanted them to check the belts and what not since I was having squealing on startups in the morning ... Read More

Acura RSX Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Re: Demo car worth it? [ca869]

  Written by: lancef on Jun 9, 2005 12:19:45 PM

  Wow! Very good listed price. If its listed for $19,000 that means you can get it for even less. I just bought a 2004 RSX base auto with spoiler for $17500 certified used; it was a service loaner with 13100 miles on the clock and am very happy with the deal. If its the right color for you I'd say go for it hard. I was also looking to buy new ... Read More

Acura RSX Maintenance and Repair

• Re: Has Acura got lot of problems? [joshs]

  Written by: beowulf7 on Feb 13, 2005 1:19:20 PM

  I agree. I have a 2002 RSX-S and didn't have any problems dd123 mentioned. The shifter is smooth and my car doesn't smell like rotten eggs.   dd123, yes the tires suck as does the sound system, but they can easily be upgraded aftermarket at a reasonable expense. If you get a base, I'd recommend the 2002-2004 over 2005 since it's faster (fact) and looks better (opinion) not to mention cheaper ... Read More

Acura RSX Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• no title

  Written by: types04 on Jul 18, 2004 12:26:30 PM

  Just bought a 2004 Acura RSX Type S in Arctic Blue Pearl. $22,600 - maybe a little high, but paid extra for the color and the fact I got a great price on my trade in (over a thousand more than another Acura dealership was offering).

Acura RSX Maintenance and Repair

• Re: I have seen a few [nippononly]

  Written by: beowulf7 on Dec 31, 2004 8:28:07 AM

  Cool, I still haven't seen any 2005s on the road. But I recently had to go to my dealer to get something fixed (I'll post more details in another post) and saw a row of 2005 RSXs on the dealer's lot. I'm not that hot on the new headlights and taillights.   So your dealer still has 2004 RSXs left over?! That sucks. I predict that Acura will remove the RSX ... Read More

Acura RSX Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Price paid

  Written by: gary1476 on Jun 30, 2004 11:05:29 PM

  For a 2004 Acura RSX automatic, cloth, with tint, I paid 19,050 + TTL + Sales Tax etc, drive out of 20,500. I got this price as an internet quote from David Mcdavid in Plano TX. I recommend this dealer, the whole experience was smooth and haggle free.

• RSX Buying Experience in Phoenix

  Written by: restonham on Jun 1, 2004 7:15:34 AM

  Purchased a black 2004 base RSX, cloth with automatic at just below invoice from Bell Acura late last week. Extremely pleasant folks to deal with and the triple witching time helped - start of a holiday weekend, decent inventory and end of the month. Being only a few months from the '05s probably had some effect also. Let them make the first offer and then counter with a few hundred below ... Read More

• RSX Purchase

  Written by: cheeba on Mar 31, 2004 7:09:59 PM

  Recently purchased a 2004 RSX Auto for $20,100. The vehicle was purchased from Springfield Acura in Union NJ. The buying experience was haggle free and fast. I recommend this dealer if you want to fair price and pleaseing buying experience.

• Looking to Buy a New RSX

  Written by: lizzabelle81 on Mar 23, 2004 8:11:52 PM

  I'm looking to buy a new RSX, but I'm seeking advice from other past-RSX buyers. I went to Ryan's Open Road Acura in East Brunswick, NJ today, and the salesperson quoted me $19k for a 2003 (new, no mileage) base manual w/ leather. $19k seems a bit steep for a leftover, especially considering '05s are coming out in, what, six months? However, I didn't get a quote on a 2004. I ... Read More

• Re: Buying a 2004 RSX!! [physast]

  Written by: physast on Nov 24, 2004 11:46:39 PM

  Well I just bought it. 2004 Acura rsx in Silver with ebony leather. I love it.. ended up paying after everything 20100 which I think is fair.

Mini Cooper v. Hyundai Tiburon v. Acura RSX v. Subaru WRX

• Mini and Acura

  Written by: r464 on Oct 10, 2004 4:05:00 PM

  We have a 2003 Acura RSX and a 2004 Mini Cooper. I am looking to get rid of the Acura and get a WRX wagon. The handling of the Mini is unbelievable. If you don't need to haul a lot of people or gear, the Cooper S (especially with the Works package) is tough to beat. Ours has been very reliable so far, but only time will tell. With AWD and ... Read More

Acura RSX Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• 2005 Acura RSX Type-S: Price Paid

  Written by: ralk on Oct 4, 2004 9:35:35 AM

  I just bought a 2005 Acura RSX Type-S, Vivid Blue Metallic for 23,100, before tax and plates. You might be able to get a few more hundred off, but I felt it was a fair price being it is a 2005 model purchased in September 2004. It is a fun car to drive. I recommend it. Good luck. Hope this helps people in the market.

Acura RSX (All years/types)

• Random RSX thoughts ...

  Written by: beowulf7 on Sep 26, 2004 3:29:08 PM

  Wendy, congrats on your 2005 RSX-S. Keep us updated on how it's treating you (and vice versa, LOL). Nippon, I also agree w/ you that the RSX seats are very comfortable and keep you in place nicely. Also, the crappy Michelin tires are pretty loud on imperfect roads. The engine can get loud when you hit 75-80 MPH. I just test drove the Matrix yesterday (Sat.). I have absolutely no interest ... Read More

• Re: TSX is [nippononly]

  Written by: beowulf7 on Sep 16, 2004 10:00:02 AM

  Now you got me drooling if the RSX ever produced 250 or 260 HP stock. :) Slight correction: The Acura 3.2 TL Type-S never had a M/T option. It was always A/T (sport shift). It's only the new (2004) TL that introduced a manny tranny in that sedan.

• Re: '05 Facelift [nyccarguy]

  Written by: beowulf7 on Sep 1, 2004 11:26:15 PM

  I agree that the extra 10 HP that the 2005 RSX-S will have will not be that noticeable since: a.) you need to rev higher (max HP is now at 7800 RPM vs. 7400 RPM that the 2002-2004 RSX-S have) and b.) the 2005 RSX-S weighs about 70-80 lbs. more than the 2002-2004 model. I'm not really digging the triple circles that Acura uses for the new RSX's headlights and taillights. ... Read More

• no title

  Written by: types04 on Jul 18, 2004 12:31:24 PM

  Hey everyone, Just purchased a 2004 RSX Type S in Arctic Blue Pearl. Anyway, anyone have pictures or updates on differences in the 2005 model? Also, anyone know of any good sites to purchase authentic Acura accessories (like a wing, fog lights) at cheap prices? I used to know a few for hondas (traded in my civic), but am clueless with Acura websites. Lastly, I've been reading that some people have ... Read More

• Have you written a Review on your RSX?

  Written by: Sylvia on Jul 9, 2004 12:02:41 PM

  These are all great comments and you should echo them in the "Suggested Improvements" portion of a car review. The Consumer Rating on the site is showing a 9.3 with 116 reviews (see http://www.edmunds.com/new/2004/acura/rsx/100350404/ratings_consu- - mer.html?tid=edmunds.n.ratings_consumer.vdpheader.ratingsbox.1.Ac- - ura*) To write a review on the Acura RSX click on the Rate It button on the above page.

Ford Focus 2005 release date

• Ford Focus 2005 release date

  Written by: curious on Mar 25, 2004 8:09:59 PM

  Have just seen the new Ford Focus 2005 preview at http://www.Fordvehicles.com/2005focus and it looks amazing... completely different from the old Sedan SE or ZX3 or ZX5. It looks like an Acura Integra or Acura RSX. Does anyone know what date it will be released? All the site says is a vague "Spring 2004"... I was planning on buying a car in the next 2 weeks, but will wait if it's just ... Read More

Acura RSX Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• Jan 27, 2004 RSX-S

  Written by: hywdx80 on Feb 1, 2004 3:58:44 PM

  Purchased a 2004 RSX-S in Silver for 23,000 OTD at Baranco Acura near atlanta. Great Service, and price. Sales tax was at 5% so the car was near or under invoice. Extras I got were wheel locks and a trunk tray, (were included, really had no choice)

Acura RSX (All years/types)

• mr orange

  Written by: beowulf7 on Nov 16, 2003 10:23:12 PM

  - Good warranty/service? + Yes: 4 years/50 kmi. - How much should I be looking to spend for what I want? + Don't go much above invoice. 2003s will be cheaper if there are any left. For 2004, you should still spend closer to invoice than MSRP. - How much is that Factory Premium Package or whatever the heck it is? + What is this? Do you mean the sound system? ... Read More

• 1971 Chevelle to 2004 Acura RSX?

  Written by: mr_orange on Nov 11, 2003 12:40:23 AM

• 1971 Chevelle to 2004 Acura RSX?

  Written by: mr_orange on Nov 10, 2003 10:17:15 PM

  -PLEASE HELP ME... Hello everyone, my name is Matt. I am about to sell my 1971 Blue (with black stripes)Chevelle for around 10k. I will be putting all of that money down on a new car. I love the look of the RSX inside and out. I need an automatic because I just don't want a stick right now. I am still not sure about the RSX mainly because of all ... Read More

Acura RSX Maintenance and Repair

• New Member - New Thoughts?

  Written by: myopicpaideia on Oct 30, 2003 9:57:02 PM

  Hi all, I've been passively reading this list for a few weeks now, as I am zoning in on my purchase of a 2004 RSX Type-S in a month or so here. I just have one question. Besides the fact that you have a warranty to worry about, why do you all take your cars to your dealerships to get them serviced? I own a 2000 Honda Civic EX Coupe right ... Read More

Acura RSX Prices Paid and Buying Experience

• 2004 RSX AT - CA - $19,650

  Written by: pohsyb on Oct 26, 2003 7:26:53 PM

  Just bought a 2004 RSX from Stevens Creek Acura in San Jose for $19650 (including dest), $100 over invoice. The salesman quoted me numbers in an email offering $500 over invoice, but I think he miscalculated a bit. When I compared the final numbers with the F&I manager, I noticed the difference and produced a copy of the email. He did honor the quoted price though (saving me $400). Insane California ... Read More

Acura RSX (All years/types)

• Acura RSX has a rebate?

  Written by: beowulf7 on May 25, 2003 4:40:04 PM

  That's pretty surprising. Acura rarely offres rebates on their cars. The underpowered and bloated RL is a recent exception. Even the CL, despite its unpopularity, didn't offer a rebate, I don't think. But Acura is offering a $1500 rebate for the RSXs? Where did you hear that? I don't see it listed here: http://apps.edmunds.com/incentives/step1.jsp?tid=edmunds.h..faird- eal..2.* Anyway, I hope Acura does a reskin to it for model year (MY) 2004, otherwise, RSXs ... Read More

• 2004 RSX

  Written by: mws1672002 on May 22, 2003 4:20:15 PM

  I talked to an Acura dealer this past weekend and he told me the 2004 RSX's are due in October. No significant changes are going to be made to the line until 2007. Also he said the CL was being discontinued. I always thought this was a successful car.

Acura RSX Maintenance and Repair

• no title

  Written by: chacha99 on May 16, 2003 5:46:51 PM

  Hey everyone! I was hoping for some help on the RSX 2003. I currently own a 2002 Honda Civic EX that has been FINALLY claimed as a lemon. Honda is buying the car back from me next week. So basically i'm stuck without a car. I loved the car besides all the problems with it. So since the RSX seems to be very similiar to it i was thinking about buying ... Read More

Acura RSX (All years/types)

• To Nitromax/Thanks!/Also Spoiler & Hood Question

  Written by: prelude00girl on Apr 22, 2003 9:41:00 PM

  Mark (Nitromax), Thank you for your input again! I am so glad you are happy with your Titanium cloth seats. That fury portion on the seat is throughout my Honda Prelude's plush seats which is the best part of my Prelude. I always loved my seats. The RSX's seats were nice but not as comfortable as my car but maybe they would be once sat in for a few months since ... Read More

• the dog

  Written by: himiler on Feb 2, 2003 6:00:10 AM

  It depends on if you're looking to buy a sport coupe or a sport sedan/wagon. Between the RSX-S and the Celica GTS, the RSX is clearly dominant in nearly all categories, save for brakes and tires. (I suspect the RSX's braking distances -- not to mention skidpad numbers -- would improve markedly with some real tires on the car.) Between the WRX and the RSX-S, you can't go wrong either way. ... Read More

• rascallove - other ideas

  Written by: kevin111 on Dec 12, 2002 12:14:06 AM

  While the RSX would be fun, and is frugle on gas, for up to $30K, you might want to also look at: Infinity G35 coupe (base with auto can be had for under $30K Nissan 350Z (same comment as above) Acura CL-S (with the way they are selling, should not have a problem gettin one for under $30K. Lexus IS300 (same comment as above). Infinity G35 sedan (can get one with ... Read More

• nippononly

  Written by: verozahl on Aug 29, 2002 9:39:10 AM

  Stuart's assertion is very interesting. This "verozahl" character is horrible, really, some sort of Honda fanatic or something. Let me roll back in my chair and stare at the ceiling... ... hmm... WAIT! I think I got it! He's an Integra guy! that's why! Celica guys and Integra guys in Japan are like Camaro vs. Mustang, you know. [Acura RSX = Honda Integra] Displacement in the Celica engine is 1.8L whereas ... Read More

• RSX Sedan? Say it ain't so!!

  Written by: beowulf7 on Jun 7, 2002 11:51:20 PM

  I don't believe it. Why would Acura spend so much money design a sedan version of this coupe when it's obvious that this demand does not exist. How many Integra sedans were sold vs. coupes? I don't remember the actual value, but it was very low, like ~10%. That means it's not a good business decision to expend all this extra cost to manufacture a sedan that will only be marketable ... Read More

• RSX-R

  Written by: beowulf7 on Apr 25, 2002 8:04:50 PM

  I called Acura Client Services in CA about a week ago. The customer rep. told me that the RSX-R will be out "definitely" (relatively speaking) for the 2004 models. However, Acura could also introduce it earlier, i.e., a 2003 model this Fall.

• Philly Auto Show

  Written by: beowulf7 on Jan 1, 2002 4:08:01 PM

  Happy New Year, everyone. I'm planning on going to the Philadelphia Auto Show (http://www.phillyautoshow.com) this weekend (Jan. 5 or 6). Does anyone know if Acura will be there? I want to ingrain the salespeople there on suggestions for RSX, many of which have been brought up in this forum. Hopefully, they'll make note of it and suggest to their bosses and work its way up and down the chain to RSX ... Read More