Overview
The 2014 Acura TSX sedan is a compact sedan offered in 3 trims, starting off at a base MSRP of $30,635. For that price, it mainly competes with the Audi A4, the BMW 3 Series, and the Lexus IS 250 Sport. Between 3 trims, the TSXoffers 2 powertrains. The base engine is a 2.4L Inline 4 engine capable of making 201 horsepower and 170 lb-ft of torque. If more power is required, there is also a 280 horsepower-making 3.5L V6 engine. Both engines are mated to a 5-speed automatic transmission however the mid-tier Special Edition trim gets a 6-speed manual transmission as optional. The TSXreaches 60 MPH from zero in 7.7 seconds on its base engine, which gets pumped up to 6.4 seconds with the 3.5L V6 engine. Depending on the powertrain, the TSX can manage a combined fuel economy between 23 and 26 mpg. While we’re on the topic of choices, the 7 striking colors the TSX comes in really pull you towards itself.