2010 Acura TSX,Reviews

Horsepower V6 engine option is new for the 2010 Acura TSX. Models so equipped are also treated to bigger wheels, a revised steering system and sportier suspension tuning.

Thankfully, the 2010 Acura TSX sets things mostly right, provided you don't mind springing for the newly available V6 version.

Additional changes for the TSX V6 include a slightly firmer suspension and a recalibrated steering system. We didn't like the new electric power steering system introduced for the '09 redesign, as its numb feel countered the TSX's intended sportiness. Overall, the 2010 Acura TSX is a mixed bag. The 2010 Acura TSX is a compact entry-level luxury sedan available in two fairly loaded trim levels, base and V6. The front-wheel-drive TSX is available with a choice of two engines.

Fuel mileage estimates for the four-cylinder/automatic TSX are 21 mpg city/30 mpg highway and 24 mpg combined; the manual version drops to 21/28/23. The TSX V6 comes in at 18 city/27 highway and 21 combined.

Safety
Standard safety equipment on the 2010 Acura TSX includes antilock brakes (with brake assist), stability control, traction control, front seat side airbags and full-length side curtain airbags. In our simulated panic braking test, both the four- and six-cylinder versions of the TSX took 133 feet to stop from 60 mph. In government crash testing, the Acura TSX earned a perfect five-star sweep for all frontal- and side-impact tests. The 2010 Acura TSX's dash is awash with buttons, and that's with or without the optional Technology package. Elsewhere inside the TSX, materials are consistent with the rest of Acura's well-built line.

Driving Impressions
The 2010 Acura TSX is calm and quiet when cruising down the freeway. The TSX V6 is sharper still thanks to its sportier suspension tuning and confident power delivery