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This isn't anything that's confirmed, but I'd have to say it's more than just a "rumor" because it's in Consumer Guide.
I just noticed it by accident when I went to look at the latest TSX review in Consumer Guide to check on something else. Apparently this has been added recently by the publication, don't know how recently. I notice also that they either re-tested the TSX or just reconsidered the ratings, because the numbers in 3 categories have changed a little. They are now giving the TSX 1 point more in "quietness" and in "ride quality"(now 6 each, rather than 5) and 1 point less in "instruments/controls/interior materials" (now 8 rather than 9).
Here's what they're saying about A-Spec:
TSX sees no major near-term changes, but should soon follow big-sister TL by offering factory-developed "A-Spec" performance options. Acura hasn't confirmed this yet, but it wants stronger "street cred" with America's youth, so it seems only a matter of time before dealers will be selling TSX upgrades like stiff springs and shock absorbers, bigger wheels and tires, and "aero" body add-ons. As with the TL, TSX equipment will be sold separately and in various packages to suit owner budgets and needs. Unlike similar items available on the "aftermarket," installation would not affect the regular new-vehicle warranty, provided an authorized Acura dealer does the work.
I can't believe we haven't heard about this. (Have we??)
I just noticed it by accident when I went to look at the latest TSX review in Consumer Guide to check on something else. Apparently this has been added recently by the publication, don't know how recently. I notice also that they either re-tested the TSX or just reconsidered the ratings, because the numbers in 3 categories have changed a little. They are now giving the TSX 1 point more in "quietness" and in "ride quality"(now 6 each, rather than 5) and 1 point less in "instruments/controls/interior materials" (now 8 rather than 9).
Here's what they're saying about A-Spec:
TSX sees no major near-term changes, but should soon follow big-sister TL by offering factory-developed "A-Spec" performance options. Acura hasn't confirmed this yet, but it wants stronger "street cred" with America's youth, so it seems only a matter of time before dealers will be selling TSX upgrades like stiff springs and shock absorbers, bigger wheels and tires, and "aero" body add-ons. As with the TL, TSX equipment will be sold separately and in various packages to suit owner budgets and needs. Unlike similar items available on the "aftermarket," installation would not affect the regular new-vehicle warranty, provided an authorized Acura dealer does the work.
I can't believe we haven't heard about this. (Have we??)