The Acura TSX
The Acura TSX was Acura’s entry-level sports sedan (and later sport wagon) offered from 2004 through 2014. Sold in North America as a premium version of the Japanese/European Honda Accord, the TSX provided a more compact, agile alternative to the larger Acura TL. All TSX models were built in Sayama, Japan and served as an accessible gateway into Acura’s performance oriented sedan lineup. After the 2014 model year the TSX and TL were consolidated into the TLX.
Model Overview & Generations
First Generation (2004-2008): Debuting at the 2003 North American International Auto Show, the firstgeneration TSX rode on the seventhgeneration Honda Accord chassis sold overseas. Power came from a revhappy 2.4litre Kseries inlinefour rated at about 200 hp and 166 lb‑ft of torque. A six-speed manual transmission was standard while a five-speed automatic was optional. The TSX’s double-wishbone front and multi”link rear suspension, responsive hydraulic steering and well equipped interior (leather, dual-zone climate control, Bose audio and optional navigation) earned it praise as a sporty yet civilized sedan. In 2006 Acura added a few horsepower and extra tech features; the car continued largely unchanged until 2008.
Second Generation (2009-2014): For 2009 the TSX grew slightly and adopted Acura’s “Power Plenum” grille while retaining a 2.4 litre four-cylinder (now rated around 201 hp and broader torque). Transmission choices remained a six-speed manual or five”speed automatic (with paddle shifters). In 2010 Acura introduced an optional 3.5-litre V6 producing 280 hp and 254 lb‑ft, paired exclusively with a five-speed automatic. A TSX Sport Wagon arrived for 2011, adapting the European Accord Tourer’s cargo”friendly body but limiting engines to the 2.4-litre I4 and automatic transmission. Special Edition trims (2012‑2013) added cosmetic and interior upgrades. The TSX’s combination of athletic handling, high”revving engines and generous standard equipment kept it competitive, but shrinking sedan demand and internal overlap led Acura to discontinue the TSX after 2014 in favour of the TLX and the smaller ILX.
Sales Data & Trends
The TSX sold steadily through the mid2000s, with annual U.S. volumes generally between 25,000 and 35,000 units. Sales tapered off later in the decade, dropping below 20,000 units by 2013 as Acura’s sedan lineup aged and consumers gravitated toward SUVs. With the introduction of the TLX and ILX, Acura withdrew the TSX after the 2014 model year.
Acura TSX U.S. Sales Figures
The tables and charts below show U.S. annual sales and year‑over‑year growth for the Acura TSX.
Annual Sales
| Year | Sales Units |
|---|---|
| 2005 | 34,856 |
| 2006 | 38,035 |
| 2007 | 33,037 |
| 2008 | 31,696 |
| 2009 | 28,650 |
| 2010 | 32,076 |
| 2011 | 30,935 |
| 2012 | 28,865 |
| 2013 | 17,484 |
| 2014 | 6,287 |
| 2015 | 35 |
| 2016 | 4 |
Annual Growth
Acura TSX Canada Sales Figures
The tables and charts below show Canadian sales data for the TSX.
Annual Sales
| Year | Sales Units |
|---|---|
| 2004 | 3,797 |
| 2005 | 3,918 |
| 2006 | 2,816 |
| 2007 | 2,104 |
| 2008 | 3,118 |
| 2009 | 2,020 |
| 2010 | 2,297 |
| 2011 | 1,659 |
| 2012 | 1,438 |
| 2013 | 979 |
| 2014 | 206 |
| 2022 | 1 |
| 2025 | 0 |
| 2026 | 0 |
Annual Growth
Related Models: The TSX was positioned below the Acura TL and later consolidated into the Acura TLX. Entry-level buyers might also consider the Acura ILX. Enthusiasts seeking two”door performance could look to the Acura RSX and Acura Integra.
Sources: Acura/Honda press materials, J.D. Power model history, Autoevolution and other automotive publications.
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