The 2013 TSX sedan goes on sale today with a manufacturer’s suggested retail price (MSRP) starting at $30,510. Recently named “Best Upscale Small Car for Families” by US News and World Report, the TSX sedan offers a great mix of styling, sporty performance, luxury appointments and high fuel efficiency to offer remarkable value on a luxury scale.
The TSX sedan continues into the 2013 model year with two engine variants, a 2.4-liter inline-4 and a 3.5-liter V-6. The TSX with the 2.4-liter produces 201 horsepower and 170 lb-ft of torque. The V-6 variant, the TSX sedan produces 280 horsepower and 254 lb-ft of torque. A 5-speed Sequential SportShift automatic transmission is standard on both models.
A 6-speed manual transmission is available on the TSX Special Edition, powered by the 2.4-liter inline-4. Horsepower is unchanged, but torque output is increased to 172 lb-ft.
The 2013 TSX comes well-equipped with standard features such as Xenon HID headlights, halogen foglights, glass moonroof, power-actuated and heated front seats, leather-wrapped sport-style steering wheel, perforated leather trimmed seating surfaces, and 360-watt premium audio system with 7-speakers and a subwoofer. Aluminum wheels come standard on the 2013 TSX sedan, measuring 17×7.5 inches for the 4-cylinder powered TSX and 18×8 inches for the TSX V-6.
The TSX Special Edition augments the exterior with sport-minded front, side and rear underbody spoilers, along with numerous interior enhancements features such as motorsports-inspired aluminum pedal covers, perforated black Lux Suede® seats and red stitching throughout the cabin.
The available Technology Package includes a 415-watt Acura/ELS Surround® Premium Audio System with 10 speakers, Acura Navigation System with Voice Recognition™, rearview camera and AcuraLink (including AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic™ with Traffic Rerouting™ and AcuraLink Real-Time Weather™).
Standard safety equipment on all Acura models includes Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®) with traction control, anti-lock brakes, dual-stage/multiple-threshold front airbags, front-side airbags, side curtain airbags for all outboard seating positions, front seatbelts with automatic tensioning system and load limiters, Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) and Daytime Running Lights (DRL).
The 2013 TSX is produced using domestically and globally sourced parts in Sayama, Japan.
About Acura
Acura offers a full line of technologically advanced performance luxury vehicles through a network of 272 dealers within the United States. The Acura lineup features seven distinctive models including the RL luxury performance sedan, the TL performance luxury sedan, the TSX Sport Wagon and sedan, the ILX compact luxury sedan, the RDX luxury crossover SUV, the MDX luxury sport utility vehicle and the ZDX four-door sports coupe.
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*MSRP excluding tax, license, registration, vehicle options and destination charge of $895.00. Dealer prices may vary.
**Based on 2013 EPA mileage estimates. Use for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle.
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