2005 Acura TSX Review
Fuel Economy
22 - 23 mpg
Summary
What Edmunds.com says
Between its long list of high-end features, well-trimmed interior, agile handling and willing engine, the TSX is one of the best values on the market when it comes to affordable sport sedans.
Pros
An engine that loves to rev and sounds good doing it, sharp handling, slick six-speed manual transmission, upscale interior look and feel, long list of standard equipment, top-of-the-line navigation system for those who want it.
Cons
Forgettable styling, not much power until the engine gets revved up.
What's New for 2005
Acura adds XM Satellite Radio, heated door mirrors and a four-way power passenger seat to the standard features list. The steering wheel-mounted audio and cruise controls are now illuminated.
Consumer Ratings & Reviews
After 4 yrs & 72k miles, still perfect!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Acura TSX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6M)
Review
My wife and I bought this car used in 2007 with 32k miles. This is the best car we have ever purchased. Interior is very comfortable. Exterior is very stylish. We have the 6-speed manual and this car gets 26city/34hwy mpg consistently. I commute 45 miles to and from work everyday. This car is very quiet and handles great on the road, rain or shine. I just replaced the original tires at 65k miles. The H.I.D. headlights make it very easy to see at night (they light up the entire road!). The one issue that I had with the car was having to replace the passenger door lock actuator at 44K miles. Other than that, flawless.
Favorite Features
MPG is great! Quiet on the road. Interior is comfortable and functional.
Suggested Improvements
Door lock actuators. Memory seating should be standard (my wife is 5'2", I'm 6'0"!).
05 Acura TSX
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 6 |
| Comfort: | 4 | Interior Design: | 8 | Reliability: | 8 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 10 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Acura TSX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6M)
Review
Gives outstanding gas mileage (30+ highway). Major problem with rear camber. (had kit installed) and door lock actuators. Otherwise fit and finish as well as performance had been what I expected. Wish Acura would put a four in the TL (more room). Would recommend for an average size or below average sized person.
Favorite Features
Handling, responsiveness, and fuel mileage, Navigation.
Suggested Improvements
Aforementioned problem cause me consternation as to the possibility of the waning quality control?
71K and going strong!
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 10 | Fun-to-Drive: | 10 | Build Quality: | 10 |
| Comfort: | 8 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 10 |
| Fuel Economy: | 9 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Acura TSX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6M)
Review
Love the car, surprising acceleration for a 4 cylinder sedan. I have the manual six speed and normally get 30 - 31 mpg. It is a tight steering, solid built car that handles like a sports car. Overall design is well thought out and useful. Down side? I missed a rear window washer wiper, and view to the rear is in need of improvement, with perhaps different mirror size or design. Only problem I have had so far is the keyless entry system bowed out in partial failure. Lock/unlock doors has ceased to work without using the key.
Favorite Features
Acceleration, well thought out interior.
Suggested Improvements
Real need for better visibility to blind spots, bigger mirrors?
Very Good Buy
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 9 | Fun-to-Drive: | 8 | Build Quality: | 9 |
| Comfort: | 10 | Interior Design: | 10 | Reliability: | 9 |
| Fuel Economy: | 10 | Exterior Design: | 9 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Acura TSX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6M)
Review
I bought this car about 3 years ago and it's been a great car so far. No issues at all. Gas mileage has been much better than advertised and I'm getting about 26/34 consistently. I looked at a bunch of cars before selecting this one and I can't imagine getting a better value anywhere else. The price of the car was very reasonable considering all the features you get. I will definitely consider buying another Acura when I decide to upgrade in a couple years.
Favorite Features
Navigation is more intuitive than some other brands. Leather seats are high quality. Layout on the dashboard looks great and very functional.
Suggested Improvements
bluetooth would have been nice (I know it's available now). Maybe a little more horsepower, but I like the gas mileage so I guess that's the trade-off.
TSX premiem
Overall Rating
| Performance: | 5 | Fun-to-Drive: | 7 | Build Quality: | 7 |
| Comfort: | 5 | Interior Design: | 5 | Reliability: | 8 |
| Fuel Economy: | 2 | Exterior Design: | 8 | ||
Vehicle
2005 Acura TSX 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 6M)
Review
VSA light came on 3 times or more, car would not go into reverse at times, CD player is weak and sensitive had that replaced as well very disappointed in car could use a lot more horsepower, kills on gas could be better, horrible for 4 cylinder feels like, you're driving a v6 with the gas mileage.
Favorite Features
The triptronic control and navigation, alloys are nice and big hid lights.
Suggested Improvements
A lot more horsepower would be nice and a lot better gas mileage.
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