Acura RSX to be axed after '06MY
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Re: Acura RSX to be axed after '06MY
Originally Posted by mlars
They really should have just kept the Integra going. That car had such a great following (and still does).
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Re: Acura RSX to be axed after '06MY
Originally Posted by Gloveperson
Too bad, the RSX-S was a fabulous vehicle. I would take it over the SI any day of the week, and I have driven both a couple of times.
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Re: Acura RSX to be axed after '06MY
Originally Posted by 90 Z28SS
Different strokes I guess . I would take a Type-S current gen RSX any day of the week over a new Si . Its the SI that was brought up to Type-S standards as far as handling , engine ect. The SI benefits the better structure , but its wierd styling and down right goofey and awkward interior are things I couldnt get over . The tired RSX still shines imo amongst the current compact cars 
Originally Posted by RussStang
The RSX is still known as the Integra everywhere else in the world but here. Why Honda deemed it necessary to change the name of the Integra, which had positive recognition to it, to yet another alphanumeric string of nonsense for the US is beyond me.
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Re: Acura RSX to be axed after '06MY
Originally Posted by mlars
They really should have just kept the Integra going. That car had such a great following (and still does).
Now it appears with the axe of the RSX, Honda doesnt want Acura to even be mentioned with the tuner crowd. Sounds like they want more of a Lexus or BMW image.
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Re: Acura RSX to be axed after '06MY
I always thought that the Integra/RSX was an important car to the Acura lineup because of it's cheap price and great value. None of the other premium makers offered anything really like it that was successful. I think that if they would update the car and maybe advertise it a little, it would be a great tool for introducing younger car buyers to the Acura brand. I really feel that Acura is giving up on it. I've driven alot of RSX's, and came very close to getting one before I got my CL (I was cross-shopping an assortment of vehicles). I'd get a RSX over a TSX any day. The 1.8 in the RSX is smooth and manages the car well, while the TSX's 2.0 feels much more sluggish in comparison.
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Re: Acura RSX to be axed after '06MY
I think the main problem with the RSX is its "ricer" styling which appeals to younger people more than older people. I think each other vehicle in the Acura lineup is well done and classy, while the RSX screams "wanna be kid racer" to me.
If they put that same drivetrain in a more classier styled car, I think it would still fill that niche while dramatically lifting the brand image.
If they put that same drivetrain in a more classier styled car, I think it would still fill that niche while dramatically lifting the brand image.
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