New Acura Showcased At Chicago Auto Show
The Chicago Auto Show will be opening to the public beginning this weekend and is featuring a number of new cars and concept vehicles.
Among the newest models making their debut at this year’s show is the 2010 Acura TSX V-6, car with a powerful 3.5-liter engine, exclusive suspension tuning, larger diameter wheels and many other enhancements.
“The automotive market may be slowing down, but not Acura,” said Jeff Conrad, vice president of Acura sales. “With improved acceleration and handling, the new 280 horsepower V-6 adds even more sport to the already sporty nature of the popular TSX sports sedan.”
The Best Selling TSX
Redesigned last year, the TSX has been well received by automotive press and customers alike, beating Acura sales records to become one of its best selling sedans ever. The standard I4 model is admired for its nimble handling, agile driving feel and balanced performance, something that the V6 model will offer and more.
The V6 TSX powertrain features a 280 horsepower 3.5L V-6, with sophisticated VTEC(R) valvetrain control and a dual-stage induction system. For maximum performance and efficiency, the engine will be paired to Acura’s Sequential SportShift automatic transmission, with smart features such as Grade Logic Control and Shift Hold Control. Upon driver demand, the Sequential SportShift transmission can also be operated manually, via steering-wheel mounted F1(R)-style paddle shifters.
Loaded With Standard Safety Features
The V6 TSX V-6 includes a number of standard safety features and is expected to achieve the highest ratings in both government (NHTSA) and independent (IIHS) crash testing. Acura expects that the TSX will receive the IIHS’ top safety pick as well.
Inside, the new TSX will feature top level standard equipment, including leather-appointed interior, power moon roof, automatic climate control, a premium seven-speaker sound system with CD, AM/FM tuner, XM Satellite Radio, Bluetooth HandsFreeLink, USB port and AUX jack music interface and more.
On Sale Summer 2009
Additional details about the V6 Acura TSX including its sticker price will be released just before the new model goes on sale this summer.
Source: Acura
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I have never seen or heard of an Acura before, just looked at their website the RDX 4 wheel drive is a great looking vehicle I’m surprised they are not seen in the UK.