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Old 04-01-2010, 08:34 AM
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Red face Acura 2011 TSX Wagon

Here it is folks, the 2011 TSX Wagon, complete with fwd, 200 hp 4-cyl motor only, and 5-spd trans.

http://www.autoblog.com/2010/03/31/new-yor...ble-but-somewh/




From all appearances, the only differences between the Euro Accord wagon and the TSX Sport Wagon are the addition of Acura badges and a slightly more upscale interior. Powering the Sport Wagon is the same 2.4-liter inline-four found in the sedan, mated exclusively to a five-speed automatic transmission. Official fuel economy numbers haven't been finalized just yet, but Acura claims that the wagon will achieve around 30 miles per gallon on the highway.

Sadly, the TSX wagon is only available with front-wheel drive, as Acura says that it has no plans to offer its Super-Handling All-Wheel Drive system in the TSX range. A pity, since we're big fans of this grips-at-all-paws setup. This could prove to be a sticking point for some consumers, however, especially since Acura's claimed competitive set (BMW 3 Series and Audi A4, namely) both offer all-wheel drive.

Still, we're always pleased to see another wagon on the road, and we're hoping that consumers will feel the same when the TSX Sport Wagon hits dealerships in late Fall. For now, hit the jump to read the full details in Acura's press release and click through our attached galleries to see the new wagon from all angles.
Assuming the wagon will cost $2-3k more than the sedan, that makes it a $32k wagon. Not sure if the extra money beats a Subaru Outback wagon in any measure...

Oh, and then there's the Crosstour, with 70 more hp starting at $29k... the EX-L is $33k, basically the same price, with the upgraded interior. Styling issues aside, isn't Acura supposed to be the performance division of Honda?
Old 04-01-2010, 08:50 AM
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Originally Posted by Saki GT,Apr 1 2010, 09:34 AM
Styling issues aside, isn't Acura supposed to be the performance division of Honda?
I believe Acura is supposed to be the luxury division of Honda.
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i think Honda is going out of their way to annoy us.

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Originally Posted by Sr2oD3,Apr 1 2010, 11:53 AM
i think Honda is going out of their way to annoy us.

Old 04-01-2010, 08:58 AM
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Originally Posted by Sr2oD3,Apr 1 2010, 12:53 PM
i think Honda is going out of their way to annoy us.

I can think of no other logical explanation...
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400LB, two doors and a driveshaft away from being ideal, but at least it carries stuff, has the potential of being enjoyable-ish to drive, and a reasonable sized (i.e., no ubiquitous V6) engine.

Massive torque curve, so they get away with 5-speed and not 6-speed? Oh, never mind, read the article, forgot that "5-speed" no longer means "and a clutch pedal".
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1/2 Subaru + 1/2 Saturn = 0 cars sold
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nice looker, practical, expensive for what you get, no other options for drivetrain....competition abides....too little too late
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Originally Posted by PsychoBen,Apr 1 2010, 04:58 PM
I can think of no other logical explanation...
The explanation is that Acura is now separate from Honda and designing their own cars. Before, the just rebranded Honda's and sold them as Acura.
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Originally Posted by Incubus,Apr 1 2010, 02:43 PM
The explanation is that Acura is now separate from Honda and designing their own cars. Before, the just rebranded Honda's and sold them as Acura.
Isn't the TSX a European Honda Accord though?


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