Acura TSX second generation

Acura TSX second generation
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The Acura TSX second generation (2009–2014): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 7 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: CU2, CU4 · Sold in: United States and Canada

Dimensions, weights and capacity

SpecificationNorth AmericaWikipedia
Dimensions
Length4,730 mm TC4,714–4,811 mm
Width1,840 mm TC1,839 mm
Height1,440 mm TC1,440–1,471 mm
Wheelbase2,710 mm TC2,705 mm
Front track1,580 mm TC–
Rear track1,580 mm TC–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight1,545–1,672 kg TC1,542–1,574 kg
Seats and space
Luggage space (EPA)368–878 L EPA–
Passenger space (EPA)2,662–2,690 L EPA–

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia, US EPA fuel economy data. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

386 complaints for model years 2009–2014. 23 crashes · 1 fire · 17 injuries · 2 deaths

  • Steering 156
  • Airbags 67
  • Brakes 58
  • Engine 41
  • Electrical system 35

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 7 versions of the Acura TSX second generation

United States 4 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxDriveConsumption (combined)CO₂
2009–20142.4 LPetrol6-speed manualFront-wheel drive23–24 MPG (9.8–10.2 L/100 km) EPA230–240 g/km
2011–20142.4 LPetrol5-speed automaticFront-wheel drive24–25 MPG (9.4–9.8 L/100 km) EPA217–230 g/km
2010–20143.5 LPetrol5-speed automaticFront-wheel drive21–22 MPG (10.7–11.2 L/100 km) EPA245–263 g/km
2009–20102MODE CLKUP2.4 LPetrol5-speed automaticFront-wheel drive25 MPG (9.4 L/100 km) EPA221 g/km

Canada 3 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and versionEngineFuelGearboxConsumption (combined)CO₂
2009–2014Compact2.4 LPetrol5-speed automatic9.2–9.5 L/100 km 5-cycle212–219 g/km
2009–2014Compact2.4 LPetrol6-speed manual9.8–10.3 L/100 km 5-cycle225–237 g/km
2010–2014Compact3.5 LPetrol5-speed automatic10.4–11.0 L/100 km 5-cycle239–253 g/km

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.