While the Acura TSX doesn't land squarely into one class of luxury sedan, we think that's part of its charm.
If you're cross-shopping it against the BMW 3-Series or Audi A4, you'll find that German models have a heavier, more substantial feel and significantly more options available, but they're also considerably more expensive.
The 320i, the most affordable version of the 3-Series, earns similar fuel economy to the TSX with its 2.0-liter turbocharged engine.
Other alternatives include the Acura ILX, which is the brand's smallest car.
It lacks the TSX's fun-to-drive personality, but offers a considerably more efficient hybrid model.
On the other hand, there's the Subaru Legacy and Buick Regal.
The Legacy is a better all-weather car with its standard all-wheel-drive, but its interior doesn't quite land in the luxury category.
The Regal drives more like a German car, but it's similar in size and packaging to the TSX.
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With exception to those green-car enthusiasts out there, we think the 2014 Acura TSX strikes a solid compromise for shoppers interested in a practical, sporty, premium compact sedan. |
The 2014 Acura ILX is a nice, balanced compact luxury sedan for those who put the emphasis on comfort and feature, not true sport-sedan reflexes. |
With its perky, composed all-wheel-drive performance, the 2014 Audi Allroad isn't just the family pick of the A4 lineup; it's a better-driving alternative to taller crossovers. |
The 2014 BMW 3-Series retains its sporting heritage, but has grown to become a high-tech, spacious, comfortable, and safe range of vehicles. |
It's the best driver's car in the lineup, and the 2014 Buick Regal adds better infotainment and safety--with a slight cut to the GS' power. |
The 2014 Subaru Legacy continues to represent a good value as a sporty, affordable, all-wheel-drive sedan that's fun to drive--as long as you're not looking for the latest gadgets and gimmicks. |
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| $30,635 | $26,900 | $33,800 | $32,750 | $29,690 | $20,295 |
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| 19 MPG City / 31 MPG Hwy | 22 MPG City / 38 MPG Hwy | 17 MPG City / 32 MPG Hwy | 20 MPG City / 45 MPG Hwy | 19 MPG City / 30 MPG Hwy | 18 MPG City / 32 MPG Hwy |
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| Premium Unleaded I-4 | Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Intercooled Turbo Premium Unleaded I-4 | Turbocharged | Regular Unleaded H-4 |
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| Compact Cars | Compact Cars | Compact Cars | Compact Cars | Midsize | Midsize Cars |
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| 4-Door Sedan I4 Automatic | 4-Door Sedan 2.0L | 4-Door Sedan CVT FrontTrak 2.0T Premium | 4-Door Sedan 320i RWD | 4-Door Sedan Turbo FWD | 4-Door Sedan H4 Manual 2.5i |
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| Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Rear Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | All Wheel Drive |
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| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
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| N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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| Sedan | Sedan | FrontTrak Sedan | Sedan | Sedan | Sedan |
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| Automatic w/OD | Automatic w/OD | CVT w/OD | Automatic w/OD | Automatic | Manual w/OD |
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