Acura TSX Sport Wagon -The Unicorn Honda You NEED To Drive! (POV Binaural Audio)
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- Опубликовано: 30 сен 2024
- Take a Drive in one of the coolest station wagons of modern day. This is the Acura TSX Sport Wagon. Unfortunately Honda never fitted the 6 Speed Manual or the 3.5L V6 to the Wagon, but its K24 and 5 speed Auto do the work to enjoy this incredible chassis.
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There's one in my neighborhood that always catches me off guard 😂
But does the king of Japanese motoring news respond though?
didn’t even know these existed😭
Proud owner of a manual sedan. I bought the car 6 months ago while in the market for a GTI. After driving both, there was just something about the "hondaness" that won me over. This is also my first manual car and the 6-speed/k24 combination has been a dream to learn with. The reverse wine sounds exactly like my Dad's old '96 civic :) Great car in any form!
I had a 2004 TSX, then had 2 GTI's. While they're both great cars, there's something about the TSX that I liked more. Now I drive a 2.0t honda accord and it brings me the nostalgia I had with the TSX
I have a 2012 tsx manual. Clutch master cylinder has failed 4 times. You guys having any problems with yours?
Same here, I have a 2009 TSX 6 speed. Even more rare is that mine has the tech package, which was only offered with manual for 2009 and 2010 models. Bought it last year with 232K, has 240K now and since then I've put brand new OEM clutch, flywheel, master and slave cylinder.
@@ahyes589 previous owner must not have known how to drive manual. If driven correctly a clutch should never fail
@@chinchy111 There was only 1 owner before me, and he owned it for 12 years give or take. But I'm in Houston with some of the worst traffic ever so I'll blame it on that. Plus there's no shame in having new parts lol.
I have one as a daily driver and love it to death! Nearly 530k miles on the original motor and transmission.
your whip is built different
Jesus...
@@cq1311 built in japan 🗾
530k miles?! WOW
what year do you have? TY.
I currently have a 2011 TSX sedan, and I was extremely surprised with how much value you get with this car. The build quality is actually surprisingly nice and the k24 in it makes it quicker than most N/A 4 bangers, in sport with paddles you can rev it out even more and it will not upshift for you, get even more pull from it that way. And the handling dynamics, feels way sportier than I was expecting, I couldn’t be happier with it, it’s been a great reliable daily with a bunch of added bonuses that make it really enjoyable.
I have this one too! And i love it!
There's just something about driving Hondas that's so satisfying. Thank you for showing a "normal car" today, it's a nice change of pace.
Also, yes! My neighbors had a CRV growing up and I always enjoyed the whine in reverse lol
Good old straight cut reverse gears lol.
Proud owner of a blue 2013 TSX wagon with 177k miles! Glad to see this car is getting some much needed love, it is truly a fantastic daily.
Impressive! I've got a 2012 wagon with about 125K - glad to hear they last! Enjoy your ride!
@@Rahul-ce3no The K24 in these is bulletproof. I work at a Honda dealer and I've seen numerous K24's with over 250k. We had an Element in the showroom with almost 450k.
@@05Forenza 2012 tsx manual and the clutch master cylinder has failed 4 times. Do you see alot of them fail at your dealership?
@@chinchy111 I work on the sales side. So I can’t really detail out how many repairs I see. However, I see plenty being traded in with no issues
My 2012 Base TSX Wagon only has about 72k on the clock, and lives in the garage, so it feels like a new old-school Euro Honda. It's an excellent daily driver, not for winning stoplight races of course. The K24 is refined and responsive, and cruising down to Cape May is always a treat in my unicorn. I have not seen more than a couple in the past 6 months back here....feels a bit exotic.
When dad finally let's you drive his wagon lol 😄
at the tender age of 33 I'm finally trusted with the family wagon
Fun fact about (non-CVT, non-DCT, non-10 speed) Honda automatics...the internals are built exactly like a manual, which is why it sounds like one in reverse.
The mid-90s Accord 4spd auto we had would chip tires in 1st and 2nd and the shifts were fierce
There's a 8 Speed DTC and a 10 speed Honda automatic transmission build by Honda, they also aren't like the one in this. But about this 5 speed AT you're absolutely right.
@@mwelke90 Yeah that's what I was trying to say. All conventional (non-CVT, non-DCT, etc.) Honda autos have manual internals.
In theory, It wouldn't be too hard to do a v6-6mt swap since the accord of the same generation has that as an option. If you did that (and maybe a turbo if you're insane) it would be so sweet
@phillira28 has a turbo jwap 6 speed one on ig but it definitely wasn’t easy
Someone did a J37 swap, 6 speed manual swap and added SH-AWD to the TSX wagon
@@raf1320 I've been following that guy for a while and he's been putting tons of work in that car. seems like a huge process and it l think he does fabrication for a living
I just did a 6 speed swap!
It has a k24 so it can handle a good amount of boost.
My dad has the sedan version of this car! It’s a fun drive even if the 5 speed auto kind of neuters the K24
NA 4 cylinders don’t suck! Big reason why I love my Mazda3 so much, especially with a manual! Power delivery is so much nicer and more responsive than a 1.5/1.6T
My friend has one, he got rid of his GTI for one. I drove it around the block at his request once during a photoshoot and it did have that modern Honda feel to me. I like it for sure. Any time I see a TSX now, I always try to see the rear to see if it's a wagon. Makes me so happy when it is a wagon
I drive a 3.5 v6 TL, and you’re absolutely right about the J35. Wonderful engine, and I love the car. Only engine mod I’ve done is an intake for sound purposes and it sings.
I have a 2011 with the V6 and it runs as smooth today as it did when new. Was considering getting a newer car, but couldn't really justify it. To get something that would be a step up would cost $45k+ So I just gave it a new paint job because that is all it needed, being left in the southern California sun 24/7 for 11 years.
This car is a blast. My wife and I owned a 2013 TSX Sedan and just sold it a few years ago. It handled so well and drove so smoothly. Loved the sound system.
proud owner of a 2010 tech package sedan 200k miles strong and feels great. just wanted to point out it wont upshift for you or downshift when its in "sport" mode
if you dont touch the paddles in sport mode it will just drive 1 gear under (instead of 5 for the highway itll be in 4 & so forth)
Proud owner of a TSX wagon with 87k. These car do hold their value and is Definitely a rare car . Road noise is from the winter tires. I recently changed from winter tires to daily all weather tires and the cars is quiet.
I had a 2010 TSX 6mt for 6 years. It wasn't fast at all, but the combination of sound, handling, rev happiness makes it one of the most engaging driving experiences I've ever had. The car loves to be revved out!
The gauges remind me of the ones in volvo s60r from like 2004
10:25 you have to put the transmission in sport and then use the paddle shifters to have full manual mode, you can hit and bang on the rev limiter with this, almost like an actual manual.
You are absolutely correct. I noticed he was in D mode. (My wifee and I each have one).
@@The_Noticer. yeah the gear ratios are long but I find that 2nd and 3rd gears are the best gears to stay in the powerband. You can get up to 60mph in 2nd gear, which is perfect for the backroads
@@NBPT428 yep, I have one as well and I remember losing a drag race to a Civic SI because I forgot to shift and I hit the limiter. I still haven’t gotten over that lol
True. Merging into the highway on S and using the paddles is pretty satisfying after a busy day at work.
Your dad has a great taste.
that interior kind of looks like the 2014 Honda Crv
You need to be in Sport mode to have full manual control. You can use the paddles in Drive, but you will be overridden within a few seconds if you don't shift.
What I miss about these is that the computer actually lets you use first gear. On the newer 10 speed Acura models you have to hit the left paddle around 2000rpm while continuously on the throttle to "prevent" the upshift, and MAYBE it will let you hit about 4500 before it forces the shift to second gear (depending on traction).
The TSX was the last Acura sedan that had SOMEWHAT of an analog sense of control, even with the automatic. You can rev match by blipping the throttle like you would on a true manual. They aren't fast cars, but they are fun and actually sound great.
They actually did make the sedans available with both the J35 and a manual transmission, but it was either or, unfortunately. I believe sales would have interfered with the TL.
After looking for one for years I found one that was a trade in. 2013 wagon with 60k miles. Bought it on the first day they listed it because I knew it would get swept up quick. The K24 is a great engine for fun reliability. And I can rev it all the way out in manual mode. I’m in love. Her name is Meg thee wagon. Cause she got a fat ass. Love seeing all the wagon love!
I love this wagon, just the perfect daily driver if you want comfort, space and a fun to drive car. The chassis and engine are excellent, even the automatic is solid. I have 2 2006 TSX's, both manuals, 1 is my driver, solid with 240k, the other is low mile, clean and my toy/summer fun car. I love the gen1TSX, but the gen 2 is excellent
Honda Automatics are basically manuals with automatic clutch packs on each gear. Theirs no planatary gear sets that's why you get the whine on reverse because it retaines the same reverse gear you'll find in a manual. The new Honda 10 speed is a planetary gearset they can handle alot more torque.
But auto only (one engne-one transmission) was a turn-off. If it was marketed better (by Acura) and came w/a manual, like the sedan, it would have done much better. The Saab 9-3 Sportcombi was available w/a manual at the same time, and I gravitated in that direction. Of course the Saab's downside was that it was a Saab and a GM Saab at that.
I know that you usually put the cars you POV drive through their paces, but there is just something so "I'm 16 and this is my dad's car" about this video and I LOVE it HAHA! Don't tell my parents-- but I drive every car they've ever owned like this! 🤣
No matter how old I get, that dynamic will never change 😂
Great video man, I’m looking at 2008 Model here in New Zealand, has 255,000km on the clock (158,000 Miles) Have been serviced every 10,000-15,000, with only highway commuting. They want $5000 for the car just hoping to not purchase a lemon 🍋 Anyone here in the comments know any key things to look in terms of wear and tear with a car of this age?
Wagons > Suv
V70 for life sᴇ
tsx's are amazing to drive. I have a 2005 tsx with 300k kms with the 6 speed manual
I recently traded my old car for an old tsx and couldn’t be happier, that 205 hp feels perfect for windy road driving and keeps me from getting some tickets on the highway lol
I own an 8th generation accord coupe, the tsx’s sibling, and the k24z3 in these cars bolt up with the k24z7 in the 9th gen si so what could be done is converting the wagon to a manual that comes with an lsd from the factory, add some power mods (RBC intake can be adapted to the engine, also the 9th gen si roots supercharger manifold if you’re crazy enough) and the wagon could be a proper canyon carver with the go to back it up.
I’m an Acura tech and the people who own these love them and they’ll probably never sell them. If they made them awd with a manual transmission I think they would have sold so many cars.
Always wanted one of these but opted for an older V70 with the great I5 instead. Wagons are the best!
How's the v70 treating you now? In between that and the tsx wagon. Lol
This is why I’m a Honda/Acura guy. They’re good cars made for people who focus on the driving aspects of cars.
I really, really tried to buy a TSX around 2011. The wagons were impossible to find especially used. The V6 sedan was even more of a unicorn and expensive. And the 4 cylinder sedan was not enough of an upgrade from my 4 cylinder Accord to justify the cost. Even with the expense, I would have found a way to buy the wagon, if the V6 was an option. It wasn't, so I bought a Accord V6 Coupe instead.
I recently bought a 2012 tsx v6 3.5 sedan and they are actually rare to find especially where i live in new york i was lucky 👍
I own this car as a daily and for traveling for work and it's by far one of the most well-built cars I've ever driven. It has 200k on the clock now, and minus the sunroof, everything still works in this car. It gets better than advertised fuel mileage, lots of utility, doesn't feel underpowered despite its weight. I could go on about this car, it's just a shame Honda/Acura didn't do more to make this successful for the masses.
I love the straight cut reverse sound in my 08 Civic Si, people will look at my car so weirdly sometimes when I reverse because of how noticeable it is
These sounds remind me way too much of my 2010 Civic EX-L
can you drive a Acura MDX 2013 please
I saw one of these a few weeks ago, it was difficult to catch up with them to ID the car. Was shocked to learn it was so old- looks new.
I have a white Tsx wagon with 55k. I love it to pieces. Wish I knew it took premium only before buying 😂
7:57 Yeah I have a 2005 Acura TL 5AT as my daily (also is my first car) and I have driven my Dad's 2020 Civic here and there and all I can say is that these Hondas are 100% made by people who like to drive. I can 100% relate to this video
for nearly 5 years I had a 2nd gen 09 tsx, vortex blue pearl with the same parchment leather interior, with the same tech package. I had the amazing 6spd. Best car I ever owned. Sold it with 365,000km or around 225k mi. No problems at all. Didn't burn oil. I was anal about upkeep though and did things well before their due dates. I cleaned my seats and scrubbed each inch of the seats once a year. I ended up getting a 3rd gen lexus IS and while it's great, I miss my manual every day. I also miss the fuel economy as I would regularly get 700km to a tank (premium) ~ 8.4l/100km. Don't even ask me about fuel economy now LMAO. If you are thinking about getting this car, it is a must have. Interior is nicely designed and appointed, comes with great features for its time, good on fuel, and reliable as heck - so much so I contemplated if the lexus could be as reliable as the Honda lmao. While not amazingly fast, it is more than fast enough for 90% of situations. The one thing that hindered this car (and all fwd cars) is being fwd. Absolute beast. I miss my old blue and hope she's serving her new owner well.
I've never seen an Acura wagon, cool. My dad's car is a 2010 Accord with this awesome K24 engine, 2.4L 4Cyl but with 190 horsepower. It's not as fuel efficient as I'd like but it accelerates surprisingly strong when you wring it out as you said... V-TEC! The auto transmission is good majority of the time but sometimes it bogs down as it's trying to stay fuel efficient- you explained it well in the vid. It's surprisingly more sport tuned than luxury tuned as you also said- great handling, tight suspension but a little harsh on the bumps. My K24 has a shudder/rattle sound on cold start sometimes which Honda said is not an issue, but it's a common annoyance/occurance which many ppl reported but Honda doesn't ackowledge or offer a fix. Apparently it has to do w/ a "VTC Actuator" and the engine oil. Luckily there's been no problems with the engine or oil levels/quality over 200,000 kms driven.
The VTC actuator is filled with oil which drains out over time cause its at the top of the engine. when you start it after sitting for a while, the parts inside smack together until oil pressure builds, causing the rattle noise.
@@silentsniper441 ohh thanks for the explanation, that makes sense as to what's occurring.
Hey dude! We need some Saab 900 turbo drives!
Maybe even thier last car, Saab 9-5 2011?
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Tedward described my reasoning for buying a TSX Wagon so accurately. I am an enthusiast that needs the daily driver who needs the space who needs the practicality but doesn't want the boredom of a boring vehicle
I've basically only ever been in two different Civics, do other companies not have a straight cut reverse gear? I thought that was universal, automatic or not.
we had it with 6MT in europe. Last Accord for us tho... Amazing car in the top trim.
I got one ahahaha I love it 🧡💜
I had a first gen TSX (2006) with the 6 speed manual. What a phenomenal vehicle. Great build quality, decent performance, reliability and comfort. Plus, it made me look back at it every time I got out of it. I ended up selling it after dailying it for a year (bought it with 123k miles, sold it with 145k miles. I had literally 0 problems). That car is my biggest regret of selling! It's even still my profile pic on here and I haven't owned it for about 4 years now.
I loved the dichotomy of the RSX, Civic, TSX, and Accord of older Honda’s and Acura’s. So much love and reliability
The reason for the gear whine is that Honda's automatic transmission is mechanically very similar to a manual transmission. It has a gear set like a manual rather than a set of clutch packs. Part of why Honda automatics last so long.
its just a straight cut reverse gear. thats all it is.
@TedwardDrives yes that's the reason for the whine. But the reason it's got a straight cut reverse gear is because it's built just like Honda manual transmissions which also have a straight cut reverse gear. Rather than a traditional auto using planetary gearsets and clutch packs.
This is my favorite car the TSX wagon. Looking for a car for a friend who wants a Saab 9-3 convertible coupe or a Honda Accord coupe. You talk about the six cylinder Honda engine. I asked a mechanic should I look for a 4 cylinder or 6 cylinder, and he said- get the 2010-2012 automatic non-cvt 4 cylinder. He said that was better than the 6. Do you agree? The 4 cylinder has a timing chain rather than a timing belt. It's also lighter and more controllable. But what would be your opinion? Problem is Tough finding one in good shape and all the ones on sale look like the mileage has been rolled back by hoodlums in the Bronx. While there are lots of new six cylinders out there. Which is why I've been looking for a Saab.
Bought a 6 speed manual sedan about 7ish months ago for my first car, bought it for 2k AUD, its been brilliant to drive and so far is yet to let me down. First Honda I've ever driven, and its excellent. 250k kilometers (155k miles) and have had absolutely zero issues with it.
Proud owner (and rallycrosser) of the TSX wagon, made a review on it myself and you hit a lot of the same notes. Great fuel economy/throttle response, joyful handling, and remarkable practicality.
Fun fact: you can fit a full size spare under the trunk.
its always interesting seeing people review the TSX sport wagon because everytime people drive it they go "oh i want AWD!" "oh it needs a V6!" but what were totally ignoring here is honda already did that....the Honda Crosstour despite the name and marketing is a wagon, if the ride height genuinely displeases people simply lower it, it uses the 8th gen Accord Chassis so its a proper double wishbone front, but it uses the Viscous RealTime system, while not as advanced or capable as VTM4 or SH-AWD, AWD is AWD, and if yall still arent happy with that, mazda was brave enough to make the 1st gen Mazda 6 wagon (also with a great double wishbone front true multilink rear setup) not only V6 standard but also had a standard Manual transmission to boot granted its 3.0L V6 makes only 220HP, not quite the 265-270 J35's make but come on guys do you want the Manual or the J35
Put it is Sport mode with is the S below D on the shift knob and it won’t interrupt with up shifts and downshifts as much.
Welp... watched this vid maybe a month ago and now i own one. Found a decent example with 108k miles, and ive already bought coils and wheels for it 😅 my perfect 2 car solution to pair with my miata though. Lol
I want a wagon as my daily driver. TSX, BMW 3 series, E450 and CTS are on my list... I would love a RS6 or E63 but they aren't practical
Jesus I still want this. Need something fuel efficient and wagon. Can't stand SUVs and their various variations except maybe a 4runner, Land Cruiser etc. I hope these don't stupidly inflate like everything else has
Hell yeah! I've been wanting this review since I saw it on your driveway!
Have/love same color 2013 found when looking for one two years ago with 26,000 miles in like mew condition.
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I drive a first gen tsx sedan with the manual trans, it's fun but I'm looking for a 2nd gen sedan with a turbo
The 2nd Gen TSX does not come from the factory with a Turbo.
These K24 love to burn oil. Got 200k on clock and take a quart every 1k miles. But runs tops
They need to make a wagon (or at least liftback) version of new TLX and Accord
I read one time when the wagon was still in production that it was the least desired mass produced car in America. It’s a shame because it is a GREAT car!
2013. Okay. That makes it easier to forgive the bizarre screen placement
Subaru Legacy GT Wagon next? :D
I own a 2012 TSX wagon with 80k miles on it. Love it.
Tried to sleep, can’t sleep, pulse/heart rate suddenly shot through the roof….again… have now jumped out of bed watching this to calm back down.
Happy to help! Hope you managed a good night sleep
My 2008 Civic LX sedan with the 5 speed auto, makes the same noise in reverse.
this is what i watch youtube for.
I love everything about this car except for the bird beak looking front end.
I've got a 2012 automatic. It needs a rebuild 130k but I love it.
6:42 That Traverse backing out made me clench phew
That's a lovely family car right there
Is300 Sportcross and Tsx wagon is my dream combo
EDIT: oops you said it..
hondas use a straight cut reverse gear,
This car does come with a type s version with a manual…….in Japan
v6 would have been a way better option for this car
bro ive been waiting for u to cover this car
I wanted to get one of these last year but my wife wouldn’t go for it. Too old for her.
hey!!! you said to me about 3 years ago you’d make a night drive pov
He said 9 years old , like that's old in car years or something lol
They are way more fun with suspension work.😂👍
honestly the fact it is leather is a huge downside of one of these for me.
My neighbor just traded his Corolla for one of these
Saw one of these rare birds in Maui of all places.
The paddle shifters were made for the blind
I want to go to the us buy one and drive it back to canada
I seriously considered one a couple of years ago (as an Accord version in Europe). Unfortunately, I wasn't able to source the right spec (full options + light interior) and they are now rather old by my wife standards. So I ended up in an S60 while I really wanted a V60. That's life.
Nice comprehensive review as always, Tedward!
Is cool but would never drive a wagon.
2012 wagon white/beige 162k mi. Bought it used in 2013 from dealer with 10k mi at -$10k under new price. As a “kid” my first car was a new 93 Accord DX standard transmission I bought in 93. Drove that sucker for 14 years. Only thing I ever wished was that I got the wagon version. Fast forward to adulthood, only thing I wish was that this tsx had a clutch. Paddle shifters don’t do it for me. Automatic is starting to slip now - wonder if I can convert it?
I traded in my TSX Tech on a newer Lexus GS350, and I'm still surprised how much I miss that TSX sometimes!
I've been considering finding a wagon like this, but I'm still on the fence.
Actually the tsx of this body style has a V6 too
Great video, I’ve always envied these wagons thinking they had the 3.5.
I love the K24 though, I had an 07 Accord with one and it was a great Powertrain.
Question for anyone that has one - would it be reasonable to think that I could fit a forward facing car seat, another forward facing booster seat, and a rear facing car seat all in that back row? Looking for a cool ride that can also safely transport my family.
Makes me sad 😞 I just had to get rid of my 2011 Acura RDX Turbo unexpectedly, the dealership lied about the previous owners and history, so I never should have been sold the car In the first place. Boy was that car fun to drive tho 🥺
Was on my way to look at a Dodge Magnum when I got a call from my friend at a dealership that got one of these in stock. Bought it up instantly, I've always been a fan of Honda and always wanted a wagon for practicality. 140k miles, black with black leather seats, a massive amount of tint and a muffler delete. The exhaust is held up with a coat hanger but I'm gonna make this my forever car ❤