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4.63 out of 5 stars

Buy It!

Dee, 07/09/2005
2005 Acura RSX 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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If you are looking at any of the competitors don't even bother. This car rocks! It is fun to drive and has the Acura quality that others can't compete with. This car is practical to drive everyday, but is still fun and kicks it when you need to. I would say that the only negative is the size. Some of my taller guy friends are really crammed when riding in it. I have had Civics, Accords, Eclipse, and none compare to this car. I can honestly say, you will never regret it if you buy and RSX.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Great car

JLD, 11/24/2004
2005 Acura RSX 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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Acura builds the best small performance car around; but more importantly, I would challenge anybody to find a car with a better resale value including Toyota. I'm now moving from an Integra to a RSX and my wife just got rid of her boring Subura Forester for an Acura TSX. Have to work on the kids now so we can become an all Acura family!

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4.5 out of 5 stars

Great is not perfection

laurent reze, 03/05/2008
2005 Acura RSX Type-S 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
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It's a super little car. So far very reliable IF you do not mind stiff shifting, average comfort, noises from everywhere and especially from engine over 3500 rpm. It's a small sport car for road and speed lovers!

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Acura RSX 2005

I Lov My Acura 2005, 11/06/2004
2005 Acura RSX 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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Great Car for the Price.

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5 out of 5 stars

Perfect balance of fun & reliable

Tracy, 10/09/2021
2005 Acura RSX Type-S 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
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I bought my 2005 RSX-S w manual transmission brand new in January 2005. It's now late October 2021 and she has 238k miles on it and has never let me down. I enjoy it as much today as I did the day I bought it. I'm now in my mid 50s so no this isn't just a kids car. I got it for myself on my granddaughter's 1st birthday and had no problem toting her around all these years (she's a senior in high school now). The car is extremely reliable but fun and engaging to drive. The interior has held up fantastic. I wish all cars had the same round air vents...it's a little touch but a fantastic one. There's literally no where you can't aim them. To this day I still have random people asking if I'm willing to sell her...nope. It's the perfect car for me and everything I look at new falls short. Best car Acura ever made.

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5 out of 5 stars

Bang for buck

chris, 09/03/2008
2005 Acura RSX Type-S 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
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This car is one of the best cars I have ever owned. Fast, fuel efficient, quiet, comfortable, and long lasting. 210 hp in a car that weighs under 3000 lbs. 6 speed tranny good for lower rpms at 80 mph, or higher top speed. Governor kicks in at 145. World's fastest front wheel drive NA car. And under 20k. Would love them to continue production. :-( they never should have stopped

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4.88 out of 5 stars

Great car but needs minor improvements

Gerard, 07/10/2005
2005 Acura RSX Type-S 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
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I had an '04 that creaked and groaned with body flex and some other problems as well so the dealer bought it back from me and sold me this one. Much improved structure, smoother ride (with bigger wheels), infinitely more comfortable seats, the boy racer rear wing is finally gone, and the exhaust note is better. This is one fun car to drive and knowing it's a Honda, it'll last. 0-60 time cut from 6.3 to 6.2? awesome! Build quality has been improved and it's look isn't so animated. Still very irked that there is no center armrest, no XM option, can't play MP3's, and no express up/down on passenger side.

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5 out of 5 stars

Like my RSX

Johnsogk, 03/27/2005
2005 Acura RSX 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 5M)
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I get lots of compliments from people who see my car, which IS a lot of fun to drive. My only complaint is that I don't like the spoiler, which impedes my vision when backing up. I really like the fact that practically everything is standard, making it easier to buy and know the price.

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4.75 out of 5 stars

Great Car

theboy_20001, 11/30/2004
2005 Acura RSX Type-S 2dr Hatchback (2.0L 4cyl 6M)
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I am very impressed with the type - s After driving a regular RSX there is no comparison. The type-s is quick and responsive with smooth shifting. The interior is very comfortable and stylish. I added the aftermarket armrest from boomerang, it is a definite improvement I don't know why they don't include one from the factory. I am very impressed with the stereo system. The exterior is nice it is a good looking vehicle, the lights are much better looking and the standard skirts and wheels are also an added feature. The sunroof is a good feature. I would have preffered a regular exhaust over the oversized exhaust but it is still ok.

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5 out of 5 stars

I Love This Car

Arieno, 06/10/2005
2005 Acura RSX 2dr Hatchback w/Leather (2.0L 4cyl 5A)
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I love everything about this car. I was driving a 1987 Chrysler LeBaron because I never found anything new that would compare to its styling and handling until I found this.

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