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#588 of 661 TSX or Accord by mrgold35 Aug 29, 2007 (10:17 am)
Have you thought about test driving an 06 TSX? The only difference between an 06 and 07/08 TSX is TPMS. Maybe getting a feel of an 06 with +25,000 miles would let you know how your investment will age over time with paint, rattles, ride and overall looks once the car is really broken in. My 06 TSX still has the “new car smell” after 16 months and +20,000 miles.   Some cars age better and some age worst because of engineering, materials and owners. A 04 TSX look so much more sporty and luxurious compared to a 04 Accord with similar features.   You could wait for the all new TSX in 09. I think once the 09 TSX is unveiled, we will never see another new Acura vehicle under $30,000 ever again. I’m expected Acura to place the price for the new TSX between $31,000 and $33,000 for Navi/Non-Navi models. This will separated the Honda EX V-6 and Acura TSX brands by price points hopefully forever. Folks will start to say in 09 “For $1,600-$2,500 more I can get a TSX with a longer warranty, sh-awd, 240hp turbo engine, w/ 260 lb/tq (more torque than 3.5L TL Type-S or RL), better handling, better styling, the same or better mpgs, and every luxury/safety/convenient features standard (except navi) compared to V-6 Honda EX”. Just my IMHO.
#589 of 661 Re: 07/08 TSX or wait for 2008 Accord? [zeep6785] by flats Aug 29, 2007 (10:45 am)
Replying to: zeep6785 (Aug 29, 2007 10:12 am) Prior to the current $1000 manufacture to dealer incentive, there was a $500 incentive for a few months. Before that, I can't recall any $ incentives for the TSX throughout it’s history. There has been various financing rate specials through, some as low as 1.9%.   I’m rolling the dice and hoping to purchase the 2008 TSX around the end of the year perhaps catch an end of the year special.   Even if half of the rumors of the 09 TSX are true, I wouldn’t be interest in it. But I won’t tell the dealer that.   mrgold is correct about the changes between 06 and 07/08 TSX. But the 08 TSX did finally get a cd player that can play mp3s though. That is an option I would want.
#590 of 661 Re: 07/08 TSX or wait for 2008 Accord? [zeep6785] by mf15 Aug 30, 2007 (4:50 am)
Replying to: zeep6785 (Aug 29, 2007 8:12 am) Well I was in the same boat just a few weeks ago, waited for the info on the 08 Accord, decided I did not like its looks and I wanted HID. Test drove TSX twice, also Altima, Thought TSX lacked power in the automatic version,with rock hard suspension, but tires could have been over inflated don't know. Took a test drive in a TL, big mistake did not want to pay that much, but that solved my problem, love it. Got one last monday,23 MPG on my commute to work, have not had on hiway trip yet, car has 300 miles now. Also I am 59 and with Honda making the Accord bigger to satisfy older folks I don't get it. All kids are grown so don't have to haul around lots of stuff, the days of the minivan are over for me. Old Mike
#591 of 661 Re: 07/08 TSX or wait for 2008 Accord? [zeep6785] by darthvader08 Oct 03, 2007 (1:59 am)
Replying to: zeep6785 (Aug 29, 2007 8:12 am) Zeep,   I wavered on TSX versus the New 2008 Accord. I saved about $3K (Bought at Dealer Invoice...last day of the month negotiation tactic)   Anyway, my EX-L with Navigation has all of the same features as the TSX, except the Accord is larger. I purchased the four year warranty for an extra $1K so I'm now apples to apples on warranty. This still left me with $2K in total savings.   No one can argue that the TSX is a better looking vehicle. One passed me on the road yesterday. There will always be that luxury envy, but I am money ahead for now.   What did you decide to do? Replies to this message: daphne22 (Oct 29, 2007 12:21 pm) bvdj84 (Oct 29, 2007 5:55 pm)
#592 of 661 2007 Accord EX V6 engine same as Acura TL? by dnwang12 Oct 03, 2007 (12:04 pm)
My friend told me that 2007 Accord EX V6 engine is same as Acura TL? Really? Replies to this message: thegraduate (Oct 03, 2007 1:10 pm)
#593 of 661 Re: 2007 Accord EX V6 engine same as Acura TL? [dnwang12] by thegraduate Oct 03, 2007 (1:10 pm)
Replying to: dnwang12 (Oct 03, 2007 12:04 pm) Your friend told you wrong.   The engines come from the same engine family, but are different.   Acura TL has two engine options, a 3.2L with 258 horsepower, or a 3.5L with 286 horsepower (the 3.5L comes on the Type-S).   The 2007 Honda Accord has a 3.0L with 244 horsepower. It is still plenty fast (0-60 MPH in less than 7 seconds).
#594 of 661 Re: 07/08 TSX or wait for 2008 Accord? [darthvader08] by daphne22 Oct 29, 2007 (12:21 pm)
Replying to: darthvader08 (Oct 03, 2007 1:59 am) Hi There, I am in the same situation as you,I love the TSX and the 2 seat adjustment and the bluetooth which the 2008 Honda doesn't have...unless I add it....with the EXL w/navi, what did you ultimately pay for the Accord? I am coming down to the wire and really need some good advice..Can you help? Thanks Replies to this message: bvdj84 (Oct 29, 2007 5:55 pm)
#595 of 661 Re: 07/08 TSX or wait for 2008 Accord? [daphne22] by bvdj84 Oct 29, 2007 (5:55 pm)
Replying to: daphne22 (Oct 29, 2007 12:21 pm) They are both nice cars, either get a new designed car or get a the TSX which is very classy. Honda does have bluetooth available as an option on all trims now! So, that will help. Basically, the Accord EX-L 4cyl, can, maybe be bought for $25k, or get the standard TSX for $26-28k. Really, you can't go wrong with either one, you need to drive them both, and let the ride make your decision. They are both made from the same company, both great values! Good Luck!
#596 of 661 TSX -vs- Accord by mrgold35 Oct 30, 2007 (7:29 am)
The TSX is a great entry luxury sports sedan. It has a longer warranty, more standard features, and a higher resell value compared to other vehicles in its price range. Like most auto makers, luxury features exclusive for Lexus/Acura/Infiniti/Audi are starting to trickle down to Toyota/Honda/Nissan/VW. Items like Navi, Bluetooth, XM radio, and high output engines are becoming standard or reasonably priced options.   The TSX was geared more to compete against the previous generations of Lexus (IS300), 325 BMW, and 1.8T Audi, Jaguar 2.5L X-type. Most of these cars have updated their vehicles and pretty much left the TSX behind in features, power, and price points. Now the gap is closing on the TSX from non-luxury models from Toyota, Honda, and Nissan.   We have to wait for the all new TSX in 09 to widen the gap between Honda and shorten the lead of BMW/Audi/Lexus.
#597 of 661 Premium Fuel by sandman46 Oct 30, 2007 (4:19 pm)
Does the TSX need premium or will 87 octane suffice? Like the size much better than the new longer Accord. Still think the TSX looks a bit classier...a more pulled together piece of machinery. Not to say the the new Accord is a slouch in this area, quite the contrary. But the TSX looks a bit more symetrical if that makes any sense. Both stellar automobiles. The fuel/mpg's would be a big consideration though and just not comfortable with the larger Accord.   The Sandman

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