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Re: TSX - 6 cyl in 2010? [m6user]
by biker4
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Aug 16, 2009 (6:04 am)
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Replying to: m6user (Aug 13, 2009 3:59 pm)
There's no way to know anything for sure unless you work for Acura/Honda and even then upper management could change their minds all the time about some model (like the mess that is the NSX successor). So virtually anyone that posts anything on any car forum (related to upcoming models) is guessing and/or posing an opinion - some are just better than others. I certainly did not see the V6 happening and even now I don't see it selling in very high numbers. The decision to pull the diesel is somewhat short sided on Honda's part - the last/main reason they cited was economic - they couldn't offer the diesel at a low enough price. Based on the how well the TDI versions of VW cars are selling (with a large markup over the gas models) I think Honda made a mistake - which they may yet fix.
Biker, who opines on all car related issues based on historical knowledge and some research. 
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Re: TSX - 6 cyl in 2010? [biker4]
by m6user
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Aug 16, 2009 (9:50 am)
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Replying to: biker4 (Aug 16, 2009 6:04 am)
From what I've read it seems a lot of people like the mpg of the 4 cyl but would like more low rev torgue. The diesel would provide a lot of both. The TSX seems to be a reasonably priced entry point to luxury brands without needing 300hp which is why I'm looking at it.
I don't understand Acura's thinking about adding the 6 either, nothing unique about that. VWs markup of about 2k for the TDI over the RUG Jetta really just covers the added expense of the D2 engine IMO. It seems to be quite a good deal and I think Acura could have done the same but with an even higher markup(due to the luxury brand mostly) to cover costs and even make some gravy.
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Re: TSX - 6 cyl in 2010? [m6user]
by biker4
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Aug 22, 2009 (10:36 am)
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Replying to: m6user (Aug 16, 2009 9:50 am)
One thing to remember - the decision by Acura to pull the diesel happened right around the time when diesel was almost $1 more per gal than gas. Now that things have settled somewhat and VW is selling the TDI, Acura could be planning for the diesel - tho I'm not sure about 3 engine choices.
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Re: TSX - 6 cyl in 2010? [biker4]
by m6user
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Aug 22, 2009 (6:47 pm)
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Replying to: biker4 (Aug 22, 2009 10:36 am)
Yeah, I'm not sure about the 3 engine choices here in the States but in Europe they have 5 or 6 choices sometimes so it can be done. I think the D2 BMWs might make Acura get off the dime on diesel as well as the success of the Jetta TDI. The Golf TDI is coming online as well and I think the Tiguan will get it too not that Acura really competes directly with VW but the fact that diesel in mainstream cars is becoming more common puts more pressure on them.
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Re: TSX - 6 cyl in 2010? [m6user]
by nj2pa2nc
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Aug 23, 2009 (1:53 am)
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Replying to: m6user (Aug 22, 2009 6:47 pm)
would be nice to have a better choice in diesel vehicles- We have owned a 1976 Mercedes 300d, 1980 Volvo diesel, 1980 Mercedes 300TD, 1983 Mitsubishi Turbo-diesel truck, and a 1985 Volvo Turbo-diesel. Oh yes a chevy diesel truck (one big P.O.S)
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2009 TSX experience
by trendy10
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Sep 09, 2009 (9:21 am)
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I have had the vehicle one month and am very happy with it. true, it is a little different with the unusual nose on it and a little underpowered, but I like it. I have the base model. The buying experience at the dealership was not pleasant but the service dept is great. I traded in a '08 Accord V6 and, frankly, was happy to see it go. I like the TSX much more.
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Re: 2009 TSX experience [trendy10]
by cdnpinhead
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Sep 09, 2009 (12:16 pm)
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Replying to: trendy10 (Sep 09, 2009 9:21 am)
. . .'08 Accord V6 and, frankly, was happy to see it go. I like the TSX much more.
Tell us more.
Why?
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Re: 2009 TSX experience [cdnpinhead]
by bvdj84
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Sep 11, 2009 (6:01 am)
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Replying to: cdnpinhead (Sep 09, 2009 12:16 pm)
Yes, tell us more. How were you on the trade in value? I would love to have an Accord V6 or a TSX...lol, what was your reasoning? 
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Re: 2009 TSX experience [bvdj84]
by nj2pa2nc
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Sep 11, 2009 (7:33 am)
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Replying to: bvdj84 (Sep 11, 2009 6:01 am)
My mom owns an 08 Accord V6 which I drive when I am visiting. I own a 06 tsx. First off-I prefre manual transmission- my car has memory seats, the controls for the trip computer are on the steering wheel. I find my seats to be more comfortable for long distance driving.
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IPOD interface
by gpb59
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Sep 20, 2009 (7:57 am)
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does the 2009 base tsx come with the ipod interface?
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