Acura debuted the new Acura TSX sports sedan with V6 Auto Show 2009 in Chicago. Scheduled for release this summer, the 2010 Acura TSX V6 is equipped with a powerful 3.5-liter engine, unique suspension tuning, large diameter wheels and improvement.
"The automotive market may diminish, but not Acura," said Jeff Conrad, vice president of Acura sales. "With better acceleration and handling, the new V6 with 280 horsepower sport adds even more to the nature of the already popular sport Acura TSX sports sedan."
Since its redesign last year, the TSX broke sales records to become one of Acura's best-selling sedan. As input to the Acura brand, the TSX four-cylinder has won over customers with its agility, handling and balanced performance. V6 model adds a new level of power at the top of the winning move for a more sporty and dynamic. The V6 will satisfy driving enthusiasts have an appetite for pleasure driving, yet refined sport sedan.
With the introduction of a V6 Acura TSX, Acura will fill a niche in the range between the TSX four-cylinder and the all new TL performance luxury sedan. The TL is moving more upscale, after the overhaul of the 2009 model year, Acura TSX V6 aimed squarely at young buyers who want a sports sedan based on the results in a more personal.
Transmission:New Acura TSX powertrain choice of the means of performance luxury buyers can enjoy a 3.5-liter V6 280 horsepower VTEC � valve with sophisticated monitoring and control and induction of two stages. For maximum performance and efficiency, the engine will combine with the automatic transmission Acura SportShift with intelligent functions such as Logic Control and Quality Assurance Hold the Shift key. If the driver's wishes, also SportShift sequential transmission can be operated manually via steering-wheel mounted F1 � shifters style.
Body / ChassisThe new Acura TSX model will include a state of the art, double-wishbone front and multilink rear suspension system to provide a great career, handling and control. To produce sportier handling, the V6 model will also use unique suspension tuning, 18-inch split five-spoke aluminum wheels, fit Michelin Pilot all-season tires. The large wheels and tires to distinguish the TSX performance of the mind, as slightly modified front fascia and the V6 badge on the trunk.
The Acura TSX V6 model will be generously equipped with the latest advances in security technology and is designed to achieve the highest marks in the government (NHTSA) and independent testing crash (IIHS) - including IIHS SELECTION maximum security meeting.
InternalLike all Acura models, the new TSX features an extraordinary amount of standard equipment, such as leather-equipped interior, moonroof power, automatic climate control, premium seven-speaker audio system with CD player, AM / FM tuner, XM � Satellite Radio, Bluetooth � HandsFreeLink �, music, USB port and AUX user interface and much more.
Like the TSX four-cylinder, the V6 is available with the optional package that includes technology AcuraLink � navigation system with rearview camera and Surround Acura / ELS � Premium audio system for high-class experience.
The introduction of the Acura TSX V6 Auto Show Chicago is the first step in a series of significant progress for the 2010 Acura lineup. Almost every sedan and Acura SUVs are significant improvements for model year 2010.