Acura TSX
10 model years from 2005 to 2014, compared on size, efficiency, safety and reliability.

- Model years
- 2005–2014
- Class
- Compact Cars
- Latest engines
- 2.4L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl
- Best MPG
- 23–25 combined, by year
- Latest rating
- Not rated
- Recalls
- 9 campaigns, all years
- Most complaints
- 2012 (136)
- Interest
- 6,689 Wikipedia views / 30 days
The 2014 TSX in brief
The 2014 Acura TSX is a compact car offered with 2 engines (2.4L 4-cyl and 3.5L 6-cyl) and front-wheel drive.
It measures about 186 inches long and 72 inches wide on a 107-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,406 lb (4dr Sedan FWD Tech Package/Premium).
EPA rates its most efficient version at 25 MPG combined (22 city / 31 highway), 5% worse than the 2014 compact car average of 26.3 MPG, for an estimated $3,300 a year in fuel.
NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.
It has 3 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the service brakes.
The Acura TSX has 10 model years in our data, from 2005 to 2014.
Its most efficient year was 2014 at 25 MPG combined; across all years the best version ranged from 23 to 25 MPG.
Owners most often report problems with the steering (192), air bags (74), electrical system (38).
2011 has the most recalls (7); all years together count 9 campaigns and 382 owner complaints.
How the 2005 TSX compares
The 2005 Acura TSX is a compact car offered with a 2.4L 4-cyl engine and front-wheel drive.
It measures about 183 inches long and 69 inches wide on a 105-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,230 lb.
About the Acura TSX
The Acura TSX is a compact executive car manufactured by Honda and sold through its Acura division from the 2004 to 2014 model years. The TSX spanned two generations, both derived from the corresponding Japanese/European versions of the Honda Accord, which were more compact and sporting-oriented than their larger North American counterpart. The latter Accord platform was also used for the Acura TL, which slotted above the TSX in Acura's lineup. All TSXs were built in Sayama, Saitama, Japan.
From the Wikipedia article "Acura TSX", licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0.
2014 TSX pros & cons
Full 2014 details →What's good
Nothing stands out against similar models in the data.
Watch out for
- Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.
TSX changes by model year
- 2010
- Engine added: 3.5L 6-cyl
- 2009
- New body dimensions: 3.1 in longer, wheelbase +2.0 in — most likely a redesign or new generation
- Best combined MPG up from 23 to 25
Years without a measurable change are left out.
Show all 10 model years side by side
| Year | Latest engines | Best MPG / range | Length | Weight | Overall | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 2.4L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl | 25 MPG | 186.2 in | 3,406 lb | Not rated | 3 | 7 |
| 2013 | 2.4L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl | 25 MPG | 186.2 in | 3,406 lb | Not rated | 4 | 31 |
| 2012 | 2.4L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl | 25 MPG | 186.2 in | 3,406 lb | Not rated | 6 | 136 |
| 2011 | 2.4L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl | 25 MPG | 186.2 in | 3,406 lb | Not rated | 7 | 46 |
| 2010 | 2.4L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl | 25 MPG | 186.2 in | 3,406 lb | Not rated | 7 | 37 |
| 2009 | 2.4L 4-cyl | 25 MPG | 186.2 in | 3,406 lb | Not rated | 6 | 46 |
| 2008 | 2.4L 4-cyl | 23 MPG | 183.1 in | 3,281 lb | Not rated | 2 | 15 |
| 2007 | 2.4L 4-cyl | 23 MPG | 183.1 in | 3,281 lb | Not rated | 2 | 15 |
| 2006 | 2.4L 4-cyl | 23 MPG | 183.1 in | 3,281 lb | Not rated | 2 | 28 |
| 2005 | 2.4L 4-cyl | 23 MPG | 183.1 in | 3,230 lb | Not rated | 2 | 21 |
Alternatives to the 2014 TSX
| Model | Best MPG / range | NHTSA overall | Recalls |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 BMW 3 Series | 36 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2014 BMW 5 Series | 30 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class | 26 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
| 2014 Lexus IS | 24 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2014 Audi A4 | 26 MPG | Not rated | 4 |
| 2014 Mercedes-Benz C-Class | 25 MPG | Not rated | 0 |
Most common owner-reported problems
Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikipedia, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Acura. How we calculate this →