This TSX delivers enough sportiness to be enjoyable while maintaining solid credentials as a well-rounded and capable car. An economical four-cylinder engine delivers responsive performance, the front seats are excellent and the interior is well appointed. But in some ways the TSX feels ordinary. The ride is nervous and handling, though agile, is let down by steering that is short on feedback. The tight rear seat is another shortcoming. A wagon model is also available.
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Owner Satisfaction
Owner Satisfaction
To learn about satisfaction, CR has collected survey data from our annual survey on more than half a million vehicles. Our subscribers provide great insights into their satisfaction by answering one simple question: If they had it to do all over again, would they definitely buy or lease the same model? In addition, respondents also rate their cars in six categories: driving experience, comfort, value, styling, audio, and climate systems. NA indicates that we did not receive a large enough sample size to provide data for a specific year. An X indicates that the vehicle was not manufactured for a specific year.
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The second-generation TSX delivers enough sportiness to be enjoyable while maintaining solid credentials as a well-rounded and capable car. A smooth and economical four-cylinder engine delivers responsive performance, the front seats are excellent and the interior is well appointed. But in some ways the TSX feels ordinary. The ride is nervous and handling, though agile, is let down by steering that is short on feedback. The tight rear seat is another shortcoming. A wagon model is also available. Later years have a backup camera included with the optional navigation system. The TSX was discontinued after the 2014 model year.
Straddling the family- and upscale-sedan categories, the TSX is based on the smaller European-sold version of the Honda Accord. Modest power keeps it from being as exciting to drive as the best sports sedans, but agile handling and a slick manual gearbox help. Our major beef is the stiff ride. Fuel economy is good at 23 mpg with the smooth five-speed automatic, but the car requires premium fuel. Interior fit and finish are impressive, but the cabin is relatively snug. Controls are logically arranged, including the optional touchscreen navigation system. Stability control is standard, which is impressive for the time. Comprehensive standard equipment includes leather and a sunroof.
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