Its main competition on price are the cheaper Mazda 6 and Subura Legacy (called Liberty 205i Premium in Aust). Whereas the Europeans like the BMW 318i, Audi A4 2.0 and Mercedes C180 are about US$8k more with similar equipment levels.I thought you might be interested in why the TSX was best for me.
Below is a list of new and used acura tsx for sale.
 Acura : TSX WE FINANCE!! 2009 ACURA TSX AUTO SUNROOF HTD LEATHER XENONS ONLY 28K $9,100.00 (8 Bids) Time Remaining: 5d 7h 24m Buy It Now for only: $23,780.00 |
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 Acura : TSX WE FINANCE!! 2006 ACURA TSX SUNROOF NAV HTD LEATHER XENONS 53K MILES $12,600.00 (2 Bids) Time Remaining: 7d 6h 24m Buy It Now for only: $19,780.00 |
 Acura : TSX WE FINANCE!! 2009 ACURA TSX TECH PKG AUTO ROOF NAV RCAMERA XENON 6 CD XM 17 RIM WE FINANCE!!! $23,888.00 Time Remaining: 3h 35m Buy It Now for only: $23,888.00 |
 Acura : TSX WE FINANCE!! 2009 ACURA TSX AUTO SUNROOF HTD LEATHER XENONS ONLY 38K $1,000.00 Time Remaining: 6d 7h 24m Buy It Now for only: $21,980.00 |
 Acura : TSX WE FINANCE!! NAVIGATION REARCAM TECHNOLOGY PKG SUNROOF LEATHER HTD MEM SEATS AM/FM/CD 21K $25,890.00 Time Remaining: 9d 12h 52m Buy It Now for only: $25,890.00 |
 Acura : TSX WE FINANCE!! 2009 ACURA TSX AUTOMATIC SUNROOF HTD LEATHER XENONS 36K $1,000.00 Time Remaining: 6d 8h 30m Buy It Now for only: $21,980.00 |
 Acura : TSX Tech Package 2009 ACURA TSX TECH PACKAGE FULLY LOADED NAVIGATION BACK-UP CAMERA BLUETOOTH $20,999.00 Time Remaining: 4d 9h 17m Buy It Now for only: $20,999.00 |
 Acura : TSX WE FINANCE!! 2009 ACURA TSX AUTOMATIC SUNROOF HTD LEATHER XENONS 24K $1,000.00 Time Remaining: 6d 9h 9m Buy It Now for only: $22,980.00 |
 Acura : TSX 2007 Acura TSX Loaded $13,500.00 Time Remaining: 1d 18h 38m Buy It Now for only: $13,500.00 |
 Acura : TSX WE FINANCE!! 2009 ACURA TSX AUTOMATIC SUNROOF HTD LEATHER XENONS 34K $1,000.00 Time Remaining: 6d 9h 42m Buy It Now for only: $21,980.00 |
 Acura : TSX 2008 Acura TSX 4 door sedan in excellent condition!! $17,500.00 Time Remaining: 3d 48m Buy It Now for only: $17,500.00 |
 Acura : TSX WE FINANCE!! 2009 ACURA TSX SUNROOF NAV REAR CAM HTD LEATHER 35K MI $1,000.00 Time Remaining: 7d 6h 24m Buy It Now for only: $23,980.00 |
 Acura : TSX 06 SEDAN PREMIUM $12,991.00 Time Remaining: 8d 5h 44m Buy It Now for only: $12,991.00 |
 Acura : TSX 2005 Acura TSX Automatic w/ Sunroof - In Great Shape! $11,400.03 (8 Bids) Time Remaining: 4h 37m Buy It Now for only: $14,950.00 |
 Acura : TSX 4dr Sdn AT 2006 ACURA TSX 4dr Sdn AT $16,992.00 Time Remaining: 4d 2h 2m Buy It Now for only: $16,992.00 |
 Acura : TSX BLUE BLACK LEATHER AUTOMATIC FRONT WHEEL DRIVE POWER SUNROOF ALLOY WHEELS ABS $4,950.00 (20 Bids) Time Remaining: 3d 1h 53m |
 Acura : TSX Only 18k Miles! Bluetooth Sunroof USB Plug Leather Heated Seats HID Headlights $17,100.00 (8 Bids) Time Remaining: 5d 2h 14m |
 Acura : TSX 2009 Acura TSX $22,695.00 Time Remaining: 5d 3h 31m Buy It Now for only: $22,695.00 |
 Acura : TSX Navigation, back up Camera, Acura Technology Package $19,800.00 (3 Bids) Time Remaining: 1d 1h 47m |
 Acura : TSX BLK BLK 2.4L 2.4 L liter inline 4 cylinder DOHC engine with var 201 hp horsepower $24,591.00 Time Remaining: 5d 1h 13m Buy It Now for only: $24,591.00 |
 Acura : TSX TSX 2010 Acura TSX. Great miles! $1,000.00 Time Remaining: 3d 4h 33m Buy It Now for only: $24,991.00 |
 Acura : TSX 2009 Acura TSX LEATHER MOON ROOF HEATED SEATS BLACK LOW MILES $22,627.00 Time Remaining: 11d 11h 58m Buy It Now for only: $22,627.00 |
 Acura : TSX 4dr Sdn V6 Auto Tech Pkg 2010 ACURA TSX V6 TECHNOLGY NAVIGATION REAR CAMERA FLORIDA OWNED!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! $100.00 Time Remaining: 3d 12h 26m |
 Acura : TSX Tech Pkg 2010 Acura TSX SILVER LEATHER MOON ROOF NAVIGATION HEATED SEATS TECH PACKAGE $24,997.00 Time Remaining: 11d 9h 14m Buy It Now for only: $24,997.00 |
 Acura : TSX Technology 09 ACURA TSX TECH PACKAGE LOADED LOW MILES $100.00 Time Remaining: 6d 37m |
 Acura : TSX 2009 Accura TSX, manual transmission, one owner, super clean and low milage!!!! $23,000.00 Time Remaining: 1d 10h 56m Buy It Now for only: $23,000.00 |
 Acura : TSX Tech & Prem Pkg - 100k Factory Warranty! Mint! Black/Black Tech Pkg w/ Factory 100k 5year Bumper to Bumper Warranty!!! $17,575.00 (13 Bids) Time Remaining: 6d 4h 35m Buy It Now for only: $25,770.00 |
 Acura : TSX Low Mileage Acura TSX - nav, bluetooth, iPod, leather, voice, xm, loaded!! $24,499.00 Time Remaining: 4d 14h 14m Buy It Now for only: $24,499.00 |
 Acura : TSX 5-Speed AT Auto Dual A/C Premium Sound CD XM Aux USB Xenon Leather Sunroof Heated Seats $1,000.00 Time Remaining: 3d 3h 14m Buy It Now for only: $24,995.00 |
 Acura : TSX Techonolgy 09 SEDAN PREMIUM EXPRESS WARRANTY LCD TECHNOLOGY SUNROOF LEATHER CD NAVIGATION $27,900.00 Time Remaining: 2d 6h 31m Buy It Now for only: $27,900.00 |
 Acura : TSX GREAT 2010 TSX / COMING OFF LEASE / CLOSE TO NEW!!! / PRIVATE SALE $19,000.00 Time Remaining: 4d 1h 20m Buy It Now for only: $21,000.00 |
The TSX has the most powerful engine at 140KW/200HP with the closest rivals being the 2 Japanese at around 120KW and the 3 Germans ranging 96KW to 105KW. On the road you can really feel the difference. Provided you are prepared to rev the TSX, it drives like a sports car. Having stronger pulling power& highway over-taking strength compared to the other cars. The Mazda 6 is probably the closest to the TSX. An added benefit of the TSX is the short shift manual gearbox - its just so much fun. When on winding roads, the BMW appears to have the best chassis, then followed closely by the TSX.
The Subura and Mazda weren't bad, just not as engaging as the BMW or TSX. Not able to comment on the Mercedes and Audi as the dealers wouldn't allow me to take a long test drive on secondary/ country roads. In terms of ride, it is a close call between the BMW and TSX. The latter a little stiffer in the suspension but more composed when pushed hard into a tight corner. The Subura was also excellent with its AWD system. Interior design is really subjective as they all are good looking. Perhaps, the Audi has the best 'quality' feel. Seating was also best in the Audi followed by the BMW & TSX.
The Mazda was by far the worst. Little lumbar support and poor rear seat design. The standard audio system sounded best in the Mazda (being Bose), followed by TSX and Mercedes. The BMW standard unit was awful. Another selection criteria were 'whole of life' costs. According to official statistics, the TSX & BMW have the best fuel economy, followed by Mazda. The BMW & Mercedes shared the lowest projected depreciation cost followed equally by the TSX and Subura. However, not sure whether this will hold true for BMW & Mercedes over the longer term for reasons described below. In terms of insurance premium, the Mazda & Subura were best. Overall, the TSX probably would come out on top over a 3 year/ 60,000km period. Apart for the initial price differentia, it was becoming increasingly difficult to pick between the BMW and TSX. Now for the crucial finding. Surprisingly, the BMW & Mercedes quality control just didn't appear to match Audi or the Japanese. There were uneven gaps in panel fit and the leading lines didn't always align.I later learnt that the smaller 4 cylinder models from BMW and Mercedes were sourced from South Africa for the Australian market. In my book, South African quality isn't German nor anywhere near Japanese. With some diublts looming over build quality (and weak engine), the BMW was dropped off my shopping list. In short, had the BMW318i been 'made in germany', the decision between it and the TSX would have come down to apperance as both are for driving enthusiast. However, in selected the TSX there is a sacrifice. The delivery time in Australia for a 2004 build TSX is currently 6 weeks.
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