Acura RSX

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! colspan=2 style="text-align:center; font-weight:normal; background:#ddb;" | [[Acura]]
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| aka
| [[Honda Integra]] outside the US
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| Production
| 2002-2006
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| Class
| Compact
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| Body Style
| 2-Door Hatchback
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| Length
| 172.4 in.
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| Width
| 67.9 in.
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| Height
| 54.9 in.
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| Wheelbase
| 101.2 in.
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| Weight
| 2,734-2,840 lbs.
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| Transmission
| 5-speed Manual <br> 5-speed Automatic <br> 6-speed Manual
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| Engine
| 2.0 liter [[DOHC]] [[inline-4]]
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| Power
| 155 [[hp]] @ 6500 RPM <br> 139 lb-ft @ 4000 RPM <br><br> 201 [[hp]] @ 7800 RPM <br> 140 lb-ft @ 7000 RPM
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| Similar
| [[Toyota Celica]] <br> [[Ford Mustang]] <br> [[MINI Cooper]] <br> [[Hyundai Tiburon]] <br> [[Mitsubishi Eclipse]] <br> [[Chevrolet Cobalt]] <br> [[Pontiac G6]] <br> [[Volkswagen GTI]]
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[[Image:rsx_rear.jpg|thumb|300px|right|'''2006 [[Acura]] RSX''']]
The '''Acura RSX''' is a successful sport coupe that was introduced into the [[Acura]] lineup in 2002 to replace the previous model Integra. Owned by the [[Honda|Honda Motor Corporation]], the [[Acura]] brand name has been Honda’s luxury and near luxury car label in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and Hong Kong since March 1986. The Acura RSX has always managed to stay on top in its very competitive sport coupe class by providing excellent performance with pleasing luxury and build quality.

Appreciated by both the car enthusiast and the gear head, the Acura RSX can be seen on the road as both a classy sport coupe or a track-ready canyon carver. The Acura RSX suspension employs [[MacPherson strut|MacPherson struts]] in the front and [[Double wishbone|double-wishbone]] suspension in the rear. The 155 [[hp]] K-series engine proves to have significant potential for tuning, a trait shared with the B-series engines previously employed in the Integra and certain performance-oriented [[Honda Civic|Civic]] models. Like both the previous Integra and current Honda Civic Si, there is a booming performance aftermarket industry for the car and a large following of faithful RSX owners.

See Wikicars' comprehensive '''[[Acura RSX Review]]'''.

===Recent Changes===
Although the [[Acura]] RSX has been a strong seller for [[Honda]] since 2002, recently, Dick Collier (VP of PR at Honda Motor Co., Ltd) announced that there will be no 2007 RSX. Final units of the RSX have been slated to be built in the summer of 2006.

Reasons given behind the RSX model being dropped by Acura have been that it does not fit within the confines of Acura's re-structured market strategy. With the introduction of the similarly powerful and less expensive 2006 [[Honda Civic]] Si to the marketplace, Honda considers the new Si to be a more viable choice for performance minded young men, who are the most common buyers of RSXs.

It has also been speculated that a 2-door variant of the new [[Acura TSX]] will replace the RSX as their entry-level sports coupe. However, the rumored TSX coupe will be more luxurious, more expensive and more powerful than the RSX and will thus likely appeal to a slightly different market segment.

===Styles and Major Options===
The [[Acura]] RSX is available in 2 trims: the '''base model''' and '''Type-S'''.

====Base====
[[Image:rsx_engine.jpg|thumb|300px|right|'''2006 [[Acura]] RSX i-VTEC engine''']]
'''The base model comes standard with:'''
*155 [[HP|hp]] K20A3 motor
*5-speed [[Transmission|automatic/manual transmission]]
*Sport seat with cloth-trimmed interior
*Dual trip meters
*Power moonroof
*AM/FM tuner, in-dash CD player, 6 speakers audio system
*Power windows, door locks and hatch lock
*[[Cruise control]]
*[[Remote Keyless Entry|Remote entry system]]
*16-inch aluminum alloy [[wheels]]
*All-Season steel-belted radial [[tires]]

====Type-S====
[[Image:rsx_interior.jpg|thumb|300px|right|'''2006 [[Acura]] RSX Type-S interior''']]
'''The Type-S includes sportier accessories and performance including:'''
*201 [[HP|hp]] K20Z1 motor
*6-speed [[Transmission|manual transmission]]
*Sport seats with leather-trimmed interior
*Titanium finished [[Shifter|gearshift]] knob
*Acura/Bose AM/FM tuner, cassette, 6-disc in-dash CD changer, 7 speakers, including Richbass woofer audio system
*17-inch aluminum-alloy [[wheels]]
*Body-colored hatch [[spoiler]]
*Sport-tuned [[suspension]]
*Billet-style exhaust outlet

===Pricing===
Today's actual prices by city can be found at [http://www.carsdirect.com/acura/rsx/prices CarsDirect].

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'''Trims'''
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Base 2dr Coupe
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Type-S 2dr Coupe
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''MSRP''
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$20,325
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$23,845
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''Invoice''
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$18,553
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$21,758
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===Gas Mileage===
[http://www.fueleconomy.gov/feg/bymake/Acura2006.shtml EPA Estimates] for various trims of the [[Acura]] RSX are as follows:

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'''Trim'''
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[[Four cylinder|4 cyl.]], 2L, [[Manual transmission|Manual]]

(5-speed), Regular gas
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[[Four cylinder|4 cyl.]], 2L, [[Manual transmission|Manual]]

(6-speed), Premium gas
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[[Four cylinder|4 cyl.]], 2 L, [[Automatic transmission|Auto]]

(S5), Regular gas
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'''MPG'''
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27/34
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23/31
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25/34
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===Reliability===
With a history of producing reliable cars, the [[Honda|Honda Motor Corporation]] has made sure to pass this tradition to the [[Acura]] RSX. General opinions point to the RSX as being an above average worry free car. Being that it is a sport performance car, it is bound to be subject to greater wear and tear than an average commuter, therefore it is understandable that greater mechanical wear would be present in test reviews. However, the maintenance history of the Acura RSX has always proved that it is able to avoid major costly mechanical failures. ''Autobytel.com'' gave the Acura RSX a '''87/100''' in both durability and mechanical quality. ''Msn Autos'' cited '''minimal problems''' in their test models and ''J.D. Power'' gave a reliability rating of '''3 of 5 stars''' (about average in its class).

===Safety===
[[image:rsx_safety.jpg|thumb|250px|right|Standard airbags & disc brake]]
Both [[Acura]] RSX trims come standard with Front driver/passenger [[airbags]], Front [[airbags|side airbags]] with passenger-side Occupant Position Detection System (OPDS), Child Restraint System (CRS) lower anchors and top tether brackets (LATCH), Impact-absorbing [[crumple zones]] (front and rear), Side-impact floor/door beams, Collapsible steering column, Impact-absorbing interior surfaces, [[4-wheel disc brakes]] with [[ABS|anti-lock braking system (ABS)]].

The Acura RSX scored '''5 of 5 stars''' in Driver/Passenger '''frontal crash''' testing and '''4 of 5''' stars in Driver '''side crash''' testing through [http://www.safercar.gov/ NHTSA].

===Photos===
<gallery>
Image:rsx_quarter3.jpg|'''2006 [[Acura]] RSX'''
Image:rsx_shifter.jpg|'''5-Speed [[Automatic transmission|automatic]] w/ Sequential SportShift and Grade Logic Control'''
Image:rsx_trunk.jpg|'''RSX Trunk'''
Image:rsx_wheel.jpg|'''2006 [[Acura]] RSX Console'''
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===Colors===

====Exterior====
The 2006 [[Acura]] RSX comes in the following exterior colors:
*Alabaster Silver Metallic
*Blaze Orange Metallic (Type-S only)
*Jade Green Metallic
*Magnesium Metallic
*Milano Red
*Nighthawk Black Pearl
*Premium White Pearl (Type-S only)
*Taffeta White (base only)
*Vivid Blue Pearl

====Interior====
The 2006 [[Acura]] RSX comes in the following interior colors:
*Black
*Titanium

===Main Competitors===
*[[Toyota Celica]]: [http://www.carsdirect.com/research/compareresults?acodes=USB60ACC111A0,USB50TOC031A0 side-by-side comparison]
*[[Ford Mustang]]: [http://www.carsdirect.com/research/compareresults?acodes=USB60ACC111A0,USB70FOC051A0 side-by-side comparison]
*[[MINI Cooper]]: [http://www.carsdirect.com/research/compareresults?acodes=USB60ACC111A0,USB60MNC011A0 side-by-side comparison]
*[[Hyundai Tiburon]]: [http://www.carsdirect.com/research/compareresults?acodes=USB60ACC111A0,USB60HYC041A0 side-by-side comparison]
*[[Mitsubishi Eclipse]]: [http://www.carsdirect.com/research/compareresults?acodes=USB60ACC111A0,USB70MIC011A0 side-by-side comparison]
*[[Chevrolet Cobalt]]: [http://www.carsdirect.com/research/compareresults?acodes=USB60ACC111A0,USB70CHC211A0 side-by-side comparison]
*[[Pontiac G6]]: [http://www.carsdirect.com/research/compareresults?acodes=USB60ACC111A0,USB70POC122A0 side-by-side comparison]
*[[Volkswagen GTI]]: [http://www.carsdirect.com/research/compareresults?acodes=USB60ACC111A0,USB70VWC082A0 side-by-side comparison]

==Hybrid Models==
Currently, [[Acura]] has no plans to offer a [[Hybrid Cars|hybrid]] version of the Acura RSX. Their parent company [[Honda|Honda Motor Corporation]] will continue to offer the [[Honda Accord Hybrid]], [[Honda Civic Hybrid]] and [[Honda Insight]].

==Unique Attributes==
[[image:rsx_engine2.jpg|thumb|210px|right|'''[[Acura]] i-VTEC Engine''']]
The [[Acura]] RSX's [[four cylinder|4-cylinder]] K-Series engine features ''intelligent VTEC'' or (i-VTEC), which electronically adjusts valve lift, valve timing and cam timing, giving the 2.0L engine a flatter [[torque]] curve and smooth power transition relative to previous VTEC implementations which only adjusted valve lift and valve timing.

==Resale Values==
Because of its desirability as a compact sport coupe amongst driving enthusiasts, the [[Acura]] RSX maintains a high resale value. Its reliability and superior make also allow it to keep it from depreciating.

According to ConsumerGuide.com, “fairly strong resale values keep secondhand prices of the Acura RSX on the high side.”

==Criticisms==
*Bumpy ride (''USA Today'')
*Loud road and tire noise (''Edmunds.com'')
*Engine needs to be reved highly for performance (''The Car Connection'')
*Styling is "[[Honda]]" generic and simple (''The Car Connection'')

==Generations==
===Second Generation (2005-2006)===
[[image:rsx_quarter2.jpg|thumb|250px|right|'''2006 [[Acura]] RSX''']]
In the second generation of the [[Acura]] RSX, the 2005 Type-S engine was boosted from 200 to 210 [[hp]] thanks to more aggressive camshafts and a larger-diameter exhaust system. Also, the [[suspension|suspensions]] on both RSXs were retuned, firmer stabilizer bars were added, and ride height was lowered 7mm. The RSX was given better shoes with 17-inch [[wheels]] and bigger 215/45R17 Michelin [[tires]] for greater traction. And the steering system was given a quicker steering ratio with a stiffer column for enhanced feel and response.

The exterior was revamped with more aggressive styling by adding a more sporty front and rear bumper, redesigned headlight and taillight assemblies, a restyled signature 5-sided Acura grille, new side sill garnish, and four new exterior colors: Magnesium Metallic, Vivid Blue Pearl, Jade Green Metallic, and Blaze Orange Metallic.

Changes to the RSX interior included: more bolstered front seats, new chrome and titanium-looking accents, and meter faces changed from metallic to white.

The 2006 Acura RSX saw little changes. The color “Global Silver Metallic” was replaced by Satin Silver Metallic and because Acura started using new SAE testing procedures for hp/[[torque]], the updated specs for the engine output were released as 155 hp (base model) and 201 hp (Type-S).

===First Generation (2002-2004)===
[[image:rsx_driving.jpg|thumb|275px|left|'''2002 [[Acura]] RSX''']]
The first generation [[Acura]] RSX was introduced to the United States in 2002 to replace the Acura Integra in its 3rd generation. Sold in Japan as the 4th generation Integra, the RSX used versions of a new 2.0L twin cam [[four cylinder|four-cylinder]] engine. It had 160 [[horsepower]], up from the 140 of the 1.8-liter engine in the last Integra LS and GS. The Type-S's 200 hp compared favorably with the Integra GS-R's 170 hp, or even the Type-R's 195 hp. The new chassis for the RSX would also be shared with the 2006 Civic and the platform would be the first entirely new entry-level chassis [[Honda]] had debuted since 1994.

In 2003, Acura added the new color “Redondo Red Pearl” to their RSX line up and a performance package for the Type-S. The performance package, called the “Factory Performance Package,” included 17-inch [[wheels]], slotted [[brake]] rotors, stiffened shocks and springs, and a [[spoiler]].

For 2004, the RSX received standard heated side view mirrors and a new exterior color, with “Milano Red” replacing Redondo Red Pearl. In addition, the ''Factory Performance Package'' was renamed the "A-Spec."

==Worldwide==
In North America and Hong Kong, the [[Acura]] RSX was marketed as the replacement for the [[Acura]]-badged version of the Integra, however [[Honda]] continues to sell the vehicle as the Honda Integra in Japan, Australia, New Zealand, and elsewhere. (previously, the Acura nameplate appeared only in North America, elsewhere in the world the same models are sold as Hondas).

It is available in base and "Type-S" trim levels in North America, and a "Integra iS / Integra Type S" and "Type R" version sold Japan and Oceania. However, to add to the confusion, the "Type R" sold in Oceania is very similar to the "Type-S" sold in North America, and the Integra line naming in Oceania have recently been realigned so it's similar to North American conventions. In other places, (eg. Hong Kong, Singapore) only the base version is available.

The Honda Integra Type R, sold in Japan, Australia, and some other markets, has reduced weight, a 220 PS / 164 kW / 217 [[HP|hp]] K20A engine (Japan-only; Oceania models have an engine similar to the Acura RSX-S), as well as a [[Limited Slip Differential|limited slip differential]] (LSD) and stiffer springs and shocks, Brembo brakes, 17" rims on Bridgestone Potenza tires, Recaro suede seats, body trim, and more.

==Design quirks and oddities==
Refer to any pop-culture tidbits about the [[Automobile|vehicle]] in this section.

==Awards==
*'''Car and Driver's''' 10 Best list for 2002 and 2003.

*'''Ohn Lingenfelter''' Memorial Trophy

*Won the "Cheap Speed" comparison in '''Car & Driver''' against the [[Dodge SRT-4]] ACR, [[Subaru Impreza WRX]], [[Chevrolet Cobalt]] SS, and the [[Saturn ION]] Redline.

*'''Spike TV's''' "Autorox" car award for tastiest tuner.

*Listed as one of '''Spike TV's''' top 52 cars of all time.

*'''Edmunds.com''' 2001-2002 Sport Coupe Comparison Test, First Place

==See also==
*[[Acura]]
*[[Honda|Honda Motor Corporation]]

{{Acura}}

==External Links==
* [http://www.acura.com/index.aspx?initPath=RSX Acura RSX] - Official US site
* [http://www.clubrsx.com Club RSX] - RSX enthusiast page
* [http://www.cardomain.com/MakeModel/Acura/RSX CarDomain Acura RSX rides] - RSX owner pages
* [http://www.best-cartuning.com/Acura/Acura-RSX-tuning.php Acura RSX tuning parts]

This page uses content from Wikipedia; see [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Acura_RSX Acura RSX], which includes these [http://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Acura_RSX&action=history contributors].

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