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It's out! -- the Consumer Reports annual car issue.
The TSX gets the usual little write-up that all the cars get, although it's somewhat limited because Consumer Reports hasn't done its full review of the car yet. It's good but not that good. I would expect the full review to be more favorable than seems to be suggested by this limited write-up.
Here's the full text:
"The TSX is a successor to the Integra sedan, which left the Acura lineup with the introduction of the RSX in 2001. Based on the smaller Accord sold in Japan and Europe, the TSX is positioned below the TL and fills a void in Acura's entry-level sedan lineup. It features a smooth-revving engine and a slick manual or automatic transmission. Handling is more agile than the Accord's, but the ride is a bit stiff. The optional navigation system is easy to use. The TSX is a pleasant car with a sporty pretense that avoids being branded a family sedan."
The TSX doesn't get ratings for reliability (or anything else) because it's a new model.
Also the car isn't "Recommended," which isn't surprising because of it being a new model.
I'm not totally sure but I think CR never gives the "Recommended" label to a new model.
The TL gets a spectacular write-up, in line with the great full review it got recently. Also it does get a reliability rating which evidently involves the car being given "credit" for the track record of the old TL -- which IMO is a huge error or oversight because it's almost totally a different car.
BTW the TL's indicated "Reliability" is only "above average" (i.e. a red half-circle), not "highest" (red full-circle) as in the past. I can't say I understand that.
The TL doesn't get the "Recommended" label either, but it does get labeled as a "Top Pick," which I'm pretty sure is a brand new thing for Consumer Reports.
Here's the text of the TL write-up:
"The TL is the highest-scoring car we've tested in the upscale sedan category. It's based on the current Honda Accord V6 and is a significant improvement over the previous version. The TL is among the few models that provide a near-ideal blend of comfort, convenience, and sportiness--all at a reasonable price. It delivers taut, agile handling, though ultimately is not as nimble as a BMW 3 Series. The engine delivers very quick acceleration and commendable fuel economy. It rides comfortably and quietly, though a wide turning circle is one of the few negatives. Interior quality is impressive."
The TSX gets the usual little write-up that all the cars get, although it's somewhat limited because Consumer Reports hasn't done its full review of the car yet. It's good but not that good. I would expect the full review to be more favorable than seems to be suggested by this limited write-up.
Here's the full text:
"The TSX is a successor to the Integra sedan, which left the Acura lineup with the introduction of the RSX in 2001. Based on the smaller Accord sold in Japan and Europe, the TSX is positioned below the TL and fills a void in Acura's entry-level sedan lineup. It features a smooth-revving engine and a slick manual or automatic transmission. Handling is more agile than the Accord's, but the ride is a bit stiff. The optional navigation system is easy to use. The TSX is a pleasant car with a sporty pretense that avoids being branded a family sedan."
The TSX doesn't get ratings for reliability (or anything else) because it's a new model.
Also the car isn't "Recommended," which isn't surprising because of it being a new model.
I'm not totally sure but I think CR never gives the "Recommended" label to a new model.
The TL gets a spectacular write-up, in line with the great full review it got recently. Also it does get a reliability rating which evidently involves the car being given "credit" for the track record of the old TL -- which IMO is a huge error or oversight because it's almost totally a different car.
BTW the TL's indicated "Reliability" is only "above average" (i.e. a red half-circle), not "highest" (red full-circle) as in the past. I can't say I understand that.
The TL doesn't get the "Recommended" label either, but it does get labeled as a "Top Pick," which I'm pretty sure is a brand new thing for Consumer Reports.
Here's the text of the TL write-up:
"The TL is the highest-scoring car we've tested in the upscale sedan category. It's based on the current Honda Accord V6 and is a significant improvement over the previous version. The TL is among the few models that provide a near-ideal blend of comfort, convenience, and sportiness--all at a reasonable price. It delivers taut, agile handling, though ultimately is not as nimble as a BMW 3 Series. The engine delivers very quick acceleration and commendable fuel economy. It rides comfortably and quietly, though a wide turning circle is one of the few negatives. Interior quality is impressive."