For the first time, the Acura TSX is now available with a V6 engine. The availability of a V6 for the 2010 Acura TSX represents a step almost as big as the styling changes introduced with the 2009 model year. More than just an engine change, the Acura TSX V-6 has a character all its own, distinct from the four-cylinder version. Technology has always been one of the main appeals of the TSX, and this extends beyond the drivetrain and chassis. Acura's superb navigation system is the equal of anything in the class, and it displays real-time traffic with. | À autodata 2010 Acura TSX New V6 model offers more power. Overview For the first time the Acura TSX is now available with a V6 engine. The availability of a V6 for the 2010 Acura TSX represents a step almost as big as the styling changes introduced with the 2009 model year. More than just an engine change the Acura TSX V-6 has a character all its own distinct from the four-cylinder version. Technology has always been one of the main appeals of the TSX and this extends beyond the drivetrain and chassis. Acura s superb navigation system is the equal of anything in the class and it displays real-time traffic with congestion re-routing and local and national weather. An airlines display lets you track a flight s progress across the country. The top-line audio system sets a standard for the class too with superbly crisp surround sound. Like the other features hands-free Bluetooth cell phone architecture is cleanly integrated with the car s electronics. The Acura TSX is a four-door five-passenger front-wheel-drive sedan. Considered a nearluxury car the TSX comes standard with leather-trimmed seats power everything dual-zone climate control and heated seats and outside mirrors electronic stability control and a full array of airbags. The 2010 TSX is available with a four-cylinder engine or a V6. The four-cylinder comes with a choice of manual or automatic transmission while the V6 comes with an automatic. The four-cylinder is rated at 201 horsepower and just 172 pound-feet of torque but it revs happily and with the six-speed manual it s the enthusiast s choice figure on 0-60 acceleration in the mid-seven-second range. Fuel economy according to the federal government for a TSX four-cylinder automatic is 21 30 mpg City Highway. The new V6 changes the character of the car. Acura s V6 is smooth and linear and up in the higher revs makes a pleasant growl. Good as the five-speed automatic is with paddles and a sport mode that holds
