Acura TSX

The European Honda Accord has been dressed in an evening gown and brought to Canada as the Acura TSX. Agile and fuel-efficient, it appeals to young adults looking for a reasonably sized, refined vehicle that sells for $31,000 to $41,000. It comes with a choice of 4- or 6-cylinder engines, manual or automatic gearboxes, and 5 different trims, but there are now fewer paint colours available.

Read More

Acura RDX

The RDX has said goodbye to its turbocharged 4-cylinder engine! The new generation of this utility vehicle is more traditional, with a 273-hp V6 that works hand-in-hand with a 6-speed automatic transmission. And yet, its fuel economy remains reasonable. The vehicle’s lines are very refined, while the Technology Package includes a superb navigation screen and sound system

Read More

2013 Acura ILX

Acura’s entry-level model is back, and better than ever. The ILX successfully replaces the CSX (formerly the EL), as this time it’s markedly different from the Honda Civic. Offered in Canada and the U.S., this sedan comes with a selection of drivetrains (gas or hybrid) as well as your choice of three transmissions (manual, automatic or CVT). With a price range that is in line with most other luxury compact sedans, this Acura is targeting a young, educated clientele.

Read More

Honda Accord Specifications and Features

PRICETOGGLE
Base price :	$15,440 (CAD)
Monthly payments :	$291/month
ENGINETOGGLE
Type :	I-4 1.8 litre
Power :	140 hp @ 6,500 rpm (104 kW)
Torque :	128 lb·ft @ 4,300 rpm (174 N·m)
Induction :	Atmospheric
Power to weight ratio :	11.0
Bore :	81 mm
Stroke :	87 mm
Fuel type :	Regular
CO2 emissions :	2,944 kg/year
Ohter engines :	none
Transmission :	5-speed manual
Drivetrain :	FWD
VEHICLE TYPE / CATEGORYTOGGLE
Vehicle type :	Sedan
Category :	Compacts Cars
Assembly :	Alliston, Ontario, Canada
Generation :	9
What's new :	N/A
FUEL EFFICIENCY / AUTONOMYTOGGLE
City :	7.2 l/100km
Highway :	5.4 l/100km
Autonomy :	694 km
TIRES / SUSPENSION / BRAKES / SAFETYTOGGLE
Steering :	rack and pinion, electrical variable assist
Traction control :	yes
Stability control :	yes
Seat belts :	5
Airbags :	6
Front suspension :	independent, Macpherson strut
Rear suspension :	independent, multi-link
Front brakes :	disc (ABS)
Rear brakes :	drum (ABS)
Front tires :	P195/65R15
Rear tires :	P195/65R15
DIMENSIONS / WEIGHTTOGGLE
Length :	4,556 mm (179″)
Width :	1,752 mm (69″)
Height :	1,435 mm (56″)
Wheelbase :	2,670 mm (105″)
Front track :	1,499 mm (59″)
Rear track :	1,522 mm (60″)
Weight :	1,190 kg (2,624 lbs)
Weight distribution front-rear :	60% - 40%
CAPACITIESTOGGLE
Fuel tank :	50 l (13 gal)
Trunk :	353 l (12 ft3)
Towing :	N/A
Box length :	N/A
PERFORMANCETOGGLE
0-100 km/h :	9.9 s
80-120 km/h :	7.1 s
Top speed :	180 km/h
Braking distance :	45.0 m
WARRANTYTOGGLE
Base warranty :	3 years / 60,000 km
Powetrain warranty :	5 years / 100,000 km
Insurability rating :	2 Less than average

Read More