Acura: TSX news **Wagon Announced for North America (page 57)** - Page 8

TL CHROMETIDE · 07-28-2005, 1:51 PM

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Originally Posted by cob3683

A turbo TSX would be awesome provided they don't call it an A-Spec package

Maybe TSX Type-S?

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**dom** · 07-28-2005, 1:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Dan Martin

Also on his site are rumors dating back to March 7 2004 of a turbocharged Euro-R but it was probably being used as a test mule for another platform (maybe RDX?):

Consistent with rumours that came out awhile ago after a member visted Honda Japan.

Bilybobjef · 07-28-2005, 1:57 PM

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Originally Posted by cob3683

A turbo TSX would be awesome provided they don't call it an A-Spec package

And as long as it's not still FWD. I get wheelspin as is.

TSX 'R' US · 07-28-2005, 2:19 PM

Turbo TSX

Turbo SH-AWD TSX

TL CHROMETIDE · 07-28-2005, 2:28 PM

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Originally Posted by TSX 'R' US

Turbo SH-AWD TSX

Doubt it. Most likely SH-AWD will hit the TL before TSX. Best get a Evo or STi.

Dan Martin · 07-28-2005, 2:35 PM

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Originally Posted by TL CHROMETIDE

Doubt it. Most likely SH-AWD will hit the TL before TSX. Best get a Evo or STi.

From a marketing standpoint, it does make sense for the TL to get SH-AWD first, but the RDX which is driving the development of the turbo K24 is based on TSX running gear. Since the RDX will have SH-AWD, it would seem this is a fairly easy conversion for the TSX.

The other thing is the Euro Accord is available with AWD overseas, so they obviously have a platform that's capable of routing power to the rear wheels.

kurt_bradley · 07-28-2005, 4:10 PM

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Originally Posted by Dan Martin

From a marketing standpoint, it does make sense for the TL to get SH-AWD first, but the RDX which is driving the development of the turbo K24 is based on TSX running gear. Since the RDX will have SH-AWD, it would seem this is a fairly easy conversion for the TSX.

The other thing is the Euro Accord is available with AWD overseas, so they obviously have a platform that's capable of routing power to the rear wheels.

I couldn't have said it better myself. We do know that the TL is getting SH-AWD before the TSX (at least when it comes to NA-issued CL9s). The TL may actually be getting the SH-AWD on the 2006 model in a couple months. Then again, we know a little bit about powertrain coverage on the 2006 models. More on that topic can be seen here.

**gavriil** · 07-28-2005, 4:28 PM

I dont understand. These rumors have been out for a long time now about the TSX. Merging with appropriate thread. Dan, you should know better than thinking there is no TSX thread in this forum sir.

Dan Martin · 07-28-2005, 4:31 PM

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Originally Posted by gavriil

I dont understand. These rumors have been out for a long time now about the TSX. Merging with appropriate thread. Dan, you should know better than thinking there is no TSX thread in this forum sir.

Sorry for contributing something to your elite forum.

**gavriil** · 07-28-2005, 4:34 PM

Previous Turbo rumors about the TSX in this thread

**gavriil** · 07-28-2005, 4:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Dan Martin

Sorry for contributing something to your elite forum.

Hopefully you're kidding...

Whiskers · 07-28-2005, 4:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Dan Martin

Sorry for contributing something to your elite forum.

For shame Daniel....For shame....

**gavriil** · 07-28-2005, 4:43 PM

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Originally Posted by Dan Martin

The other thing is the Euro Accord is available with AWD overseas, so they obviously have a platform that's capable of routing power to the rear wheels.

Is that right? Is that so in Europe?

Biker?

**dom** · 07-28-2005, 4:46 PM

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Originally Posted by gavriil

I dont understand. These rumors have been out for a long time now about the TSX. Merging with appropriate thread.

The rumours now have more teeth.

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Dan, you should know better than thinking there is no TSX thread in this forum sir.

**dom** · 07-28-2005, 4:47 PM

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Originally Posted by gavriil

Is that right? Is that so in Europe?

Biker?

I believe its Japan only and only with the K20.

MSZ · 07-28-2005, 4:47 PM

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Originally Posted by gavriil

Is that right? Is that so in Europe?

Biker?

Its available in the Japanese market with the K20 engine.

I don't think this model exist in other markets.

MSZ · 07-28-2005, 4:47 PM

Damn you beat me, dom

**gavriil** · 07-28-2005, 4:53 PM

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Originally Posted by dom

The rumours now have more teeth.

I apologize, I was not clear with what I meant by that.

When I wrote: "I dont understand. These rumors have been out for a long time now about the TSX. Merging with appropriate thread. " that went to people that have doubted the rumor about the TSX getting a turbo. In no way it went to Dan.

Dan's post was very appropriate and included new info.

But Dan is giving me more work to do the ass

**gavriil** · 07-28-2005, 4:54 PM

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Originally Posted by dom

I believe its Japan only and only with the K20.

Yeah. I have never heard of AWD been offered in the Euro Spec Accord.

Dan Martin · 07-28-2005, 5:06 PM

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Originally Posted by gavriil

Yeah. I have never heard of AWD been offered in the Euro Spec Accord.

It's the CL8 chassis.

biker · 07-29-2005, 3:47 AM

There's no AWD option for the current EuroAccord in Europe.

Dan Martin · 07-29-2005, 9:39 AM

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Originally Posted by biker

There's no AWD option for the current EuroAccord in Europe.

Sorry, it's available in JP not Europe.

**dom** · 07-29-2005, 9:40 AM

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Originally Posted by Dan Martin

CL8 chassis.

Educate a NooB

Dan Martin · 07-29-2005, 9:46 AM

Here are the Japanese chassis codes:
UA-CL7 - K20 engine, FWD, 5AT only, 155hp, sedan and wagon
LA-CL8 - K20 engine, 4WD, 5AT only, 152hp, sedan and wagon
LA-CL9 - K24 engine, FWD, 5AT only, 200hp, sedan and wagon
LA-CL7(Euro-R) - K20A engine, FWD, 6MT only, 220hp, sedan only

**dom** · 07-29-2005, 9:48 AM

Thanks.

And it uses the same AWD system as the CR-V right?

Dan Martin · 07-29-2005, 9:56 AM

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Originally Posted by dom

Thanks.

And it uses the same AWD system as the CR-V right?

I don't know for sure but that's a pretty safe bet.

AcuraGT-3 · 07-31-2005, 9:33 PM

GO TORQUE STEER!! Way to upset an almost perfect balance.

iNteGraz92 · 08-02-2005, 2:23 PM

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Originally Posted by TL CHROMETIDE

Doubt it. Most likely SH-AWD will hit the TL before TSX. Best get a Evo or STi.

why would you want a little boy racer car?

Elephantman_nosefacehead · 08-12-2005, 5:58 PM

teg_to_bike · 08-12-2005, 6:01 PM

wtf, youre not supposed to post serious stuff.

:removes e_n from buddy list:

youngTL · 08-12-2005, 6:03 PM

Thanks for the link!

Time For Sleeep · 08-12-2005, 6:07 PM

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Originally Posted by teg_to_bike

wtf, youre not supposed to post serious stuff.

:removes e_n from buddy list:

teg_to_bike · 08-12-2005, 6:08 PM

"Engineers labored over such minutiae as the sound that the doors make when they shut"
paleease. sounds like shit.

"It musters nearly as much power as the V6-equipped BMW 325i"
V6?

Seems like they liked the car though

Whiskers · 08-12-2005, 6:10 PM

Hey, keep that nasty NWS crap out of ramblings and put it back in the TSX area

Seriously, nice

youngTL · 08-12-2005, 6:11 PM

Oh my gawd! These people are idiots!

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"It sacrifices comfort for control, with a harsh and noisy ride"..."The punishing ride was hard to tolerate after only a week of driving."

Seemed fine to me when I drove it!! It's better than the Accord and better than my '96 2.5TL. The ride is hardly "punishing". These morons need to drive an S2000 or a Lotus Elise, and then come back and tell me what has a punishing ride.

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"The annoying touch-screen and its convoluted interface is a glaring wart on an otherwise immaculate interior. At night the screen becomes too bright and distracting and offers no way to adjust the level — or even turn it off — without also shutting down the stereo. We pored over the manual several times in hopes of being proven wrong to no avail."

In the setup screen, you can change it to night mode. I figured this out without an instruction manual on my mom's extended test drive!

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"This and the encroaching road, wind and engine noise sucked the enjoyment right of longer trips."

This car was one of the quieter cars I've been in. It sure beats anything we've ever owned.

youngTL · 08-12-2005, 6:13 PM

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Originally Posted by teg_to_bike

"Engineers labored over such minutiae as the sound that the doors make when they shut"
paleease. sounds like shit.

"It musters nearly as much power as the V6-equipped BMW 325i"
V6?

Seems like they liked the car though

Actually the doors sounded great to me. Exponentially better than any car in it's class or lower with the exception of the Audi, BMW, and MB competitors.

goldmemberer · 08-12-2005, 7:32 PM

Bottom of their site

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Intro | Exterior | Performance | Is the TXS for You?

Idiots. But it matches the unprofessionality of their review in entirety.

teg_to_bike · 08-12-2005, 7:47 PM

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Originally Posted by youngTL

Actually the doors sounded great to me. Exponentially better than any car in it's class or lower with the exception of the Audi, BMW, and MB competitors.

I was comparing it to mom's 325i.

heyitsme · 08-12-2005, 8:49 PM

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Originally Posted by youngTL

Actually the doors sounded great to me. Exponentially better than any car in it's class or lower with the exception of the Audi, BMW, and MB competitors.

Not to be an ass, but if it can't compare to a BMW whats the point?

TSX Hokie · 08-12-2005, 9:47 PM

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The TSX's high rear bumper makes it difficult to access the trunk.

Maybe for hobbits.

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The punishing ride was hard to tolerate after only a week of driving.

Sounds like the reviewer needs to stay in his Buick.

I agree about the noise though. My TSX has so many rattles on semi-rough pavement I can hardly think.

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