Overview & Reviews
The Acura TSX soldiers into 2008 with no significant changes.
- Sharp handling, soundtrack of high-revving engine, excellent highway gas mileage, tremendous value, refined yet high-tech interior.
- Underwhelming engine torque, average braking performance.
User Reviews:
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Solid Performance Sedan - 2008 Acura TSX
By Alex - August 5 - 11:27 amJust purchased this car. A used 08 with 20K on the odometer. What sold me was the incredible build quality, handling, comfort and the performance of the 2.4L VTEC engine. This is a fantastic sport/luxury sedan. Clean lines and no "fast and furious" body work. Im used to an AWD sedan so Im a little concerned about this cars bad weather handling with the Michelin Pilots. Have to wait and see. So far in the dry heat and heavy thunderstorms of summer, its handled very well. The car inspires you to test its limits. The VTEC is very eager to rev and run.
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The Almost Perfect Car - 2008 Acura TSX
By Scundo - July 30 - 9:55 amI know there are a lot of complaints about the low end torque. Lets put things in perspective though. Its a 2.4L 4 cylinder putting out 205 naturally aspirated horsepower. It does it in an extremely smooth manor too. Isnt that how a sport luxury sedan engine should perform? After driving everything from fire-breathing pushrod v8s to boxer 4s all I can say is this engine is a jewel. Honda/Acura builds the best 4 cylinders. Period. Smooth, powerful, economical. The gearing on the 5 speed auto is excellent. The interior is flawless. Everything where it should be and its very comfortable. Awesome handling. Steering is perfectly weighted. Drive by wire throttle is very slick.
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Love It! - 2008 Acura TSX
By gc - July 17 - 8:56 amIve had this car for 2yrs now and overall I truly love it. I have it in pearl white w/ black leather interior and it looks great. The HIDs are awesome and the handling is top notch. The lights in the dashboard look nice (blue white and red) & are bright. The leather bucket seats are comfortable for me (Im 54)and there is plenty of room inside. Driving feels extremely smooth and breaking is great. This is my first car and Im scared to try a new one b/c I might be disappointed. I prefer the 08 model over the 09 simply b/c the exterior look cant be beat. I love this car & I dont want to give it up next yr when my lease is over. I recommend it to all who love a fun, safe, & reliable car!
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Fun little cruiser - 2008 Acura TSX
By KS Local - May 23 - 2:02 pmI have owned a variety of makes and models. I have pretty much settled on Honda and Acura as the vehicles of choice for me. I sold an RL to get the TSX. I wanted something with better mileage and sportier look and feel. I am very happy with the TSX. It is smooth and stiff in the right places and times. The VTEC really hums when you crank up the RPMs. I am getting pretty good mileage too.
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Somewhat disappointed - 2008 Acura TSX
By Texas Trix - April 23 - 1:38 pmThis is my first experience with a Honda product. Purchased the car directly off the showroom floor. Beautiful black exterior with tan leather seats and wood grained interior rear spoiler, loaded but without the navigation system. Unfortunately, the dash had a rattle from day one. After 6 trips (and counting) the dealership has not been able to resolve the rattle, and it continues to be worse and never stops - not something I expected from a Honda product. Previously I drove Ford Explorers, Mercedes C230 and Mercedes SLK 320.
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Poor gas mileage! - 2008 Acura TSX
By cj - April 14 - 5:22 pmIve owned the TSX for a year now. Im surprised about the inadequate gas mileage. My daughter owns the 1986 model TL, and she gets much better gas mileage than me! A new car? I do like the handling and the driving experience though. The sunroof controls are out of place. The stereo could produce a more quality sound that is reflective of the Acura sound.
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Amazing Luxury Car For About 30K!!!! - 2008 Acura TSX
By Acuraz All The Way! - March 3 - 10:05 pmAfter owning this car for about 8 months I have to say this car is amazing. Excellent performance and reliability. The car handles like a dream for its size and its perfect in the snow with standard tires. Took it on 3 long trips which were about 2400 miles and the fuel economy on the highway was 34 mpg with premium fuel and city averages around 27 mpg. Was looking at Lexus is 250 and Infiniti g35 but got the TSX fully loaded with nav package for at least 7-10k less and the Acura dealers offer amazing customer service.
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"Best of Breed" - 2008 Acura TSX
By Vikram V. - December 27 - 10:53 amComing from a long line of Civics (parents bought me a new 98 Civic LX sedan my freshman year of college, moved on to a 03 Civic LX coupe, then a 03 Civic LX sedan, and finally a 99 Civic EX coupe) you would think buying an Acura would be a no-brainer. My next car was going to be a 06-07 WRX, however I wasnt ready to buy one in 06 and I couldnt land a good deal on an 07. I test drove the 6-speed TSX and was sold, offers luxury and refinement ALONG WITH great looks and sporty handling. People complain about the power, but with the closely geared 6-speed transmission I really dont think Id need any more power unless I was tracking the car. I love this car!
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owner for 3 weeks and loving it!! - 2008 Acura TSX
By T-Force - December 23 - 10:54 pmI had a Jeep Wrangler for 11yrs, & wanted something in this class. I looked at the Audi A4, BMW328, G35, & thought the Acura was the best all- around car. CPO, 14k miles. Ive had for 3 weeks & have been very happy. Its been an early winter so far, & the car has generally been great in the snow (this was my main reason for contemplating the AWD models like A4).
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08 TSX Drivers Delight - 2008 Acura TSX
By TRB - December 9 - 7:52 pmI found this to be a joy to drive from the moment I test drove it in crisp Alaska October. The handling has been great even on snowy roads. All I hope for now is just a tad bit more thrust, say an additional 75 horses would be nice. I have had a few issues with the hands free but over all love the car, and the deal I got made me felt I stole it.
