The TSX received a handful of styling and mechanical updates last year, as well as a new wagon variant. It seats up to five people, and competitors include the Audi A4, BMW 328i, Buick Regal and Lexus IS 250.
New for 2012 There are no significant changes for 2012.
Exterior The TSX’s wheels are accented by large fender flares, and the front of the car is defined by a grille that features a silver-colored upper bar. The TSX received new bumper styling last year that gave it a frowning expression. Exterior features include:
Standard xenon headlights
Standard fog lights and side mirrors with integrated turn signals
17-inch silver alloy wheels standard on four-cylinder models
18-inch silver alloy wheels standard on V-6 models
Interior The TSX’s interior has a high-quality appearance and room for up to five people. The standard stereo is USB/iPod compatible. Bluetooth connectivity is also standard. The optional navigation system boasts enough hard drive space for 15 gigabytes of music. Interior features include:
Standard power-adjustable heated front seats
Standard leather upholstery and moonroof
Standard dual-zone automatic climate control
Cell phones with music players can sync with the TSX’s stereo via Bluetooth
Available navigation system with traffic and weather updates
Available CD/DVD-audio-compatible surround-sound system with 10 speakers
Under the Hood The TSX is available with a four-cylinder or V-6 engine. The car has front-wheel drive and is offered with a choice of a manual or automatic transmission. The automatic includes steering-wheel paddle shifters. Mechanical features include:
201-horsepower, 2.4-liter four-cylinder with 170 (automatic) or 172 (manual) pounds-feet of torque; five-speed automatic or six-speed manual
280-hp, 3.5-liter V-6 with 254 pounds-feet of torque; five-speed automatic only
Safety Safety features include:
Antilock brakes
Frontal and side-impact airbags for the front seats
Side curtain airbags for both rows
Electronic stability system
Active head restraints for front occupants
TSX Sport Wagon A wagon version of the TSX entry-luxury car joined the lineup last year, and there are no significant changes to it for 2012. The wagon’s design doesn’t differ much from the sedan’s until you get to the rear, where an open cargo area replaces the trunk. Back to top
