Engine: 2.4-liter dohc 16-valve inline-4

Engine Options: 200-hp 2.4-liter inline-4

Transmission: 6-speed manual

Transmission Options: 6-speed manual; 5-speed automatic

Standard Safety Equipment: front and side-impact airbags, side curtain airbags, ABS, trunk anti-trap device; traction control, electronic brake force distribution

Optional Safety Equipment:

Basic Warranty: 4 years/50,000 miles

Assembled In: Japan

Model Tested: Acura TSX ($26,990)

Standard Equipment: automatic climate control with interior air filter, power steering, power disc brakes, power windows, power locks with remote anti-theft system, cruise control, trip computer, Acura premium sound system with 6-disc CD changer and XM Satellite Radio; Xenon high-intensity discharge headlights; 3-funciton HomeLink universal garage door opener; power glass tilt and slide moonroof

Options as Tested: GPS navigation system with voice activation ($2,000)

Destination Charge: 570

Gas Guzzler Tax:

Layout: front-wheel drive

Horsepower: 200 @ 6800

Torque: 166 @ 4500

Miles Per Gallon in the City/Highway: 21/30

Wheelbase: 105.1 inches

Length/Width/Height in Inches: 183.3/69.4/57.3 inches

Track Front/Rear: 59.6/59.6 inches

Turning Cycle: 40 feet

Seating Capacity: 5 people

Head/Hip/Leg Room, f: 37.8/54.4/42.4 inches

Head/Hip/Leg Room, m: inches

Head/Hip/Leg Room, r: 37.3/54.4/34.2 inches

Trunk Volume: 13 cubic feet

Payload:

Suspension, f: independent, double wishbone with gas shocks and 25mm anti-roll bar

Ground Clearance: 6.2 inches

Curb Weight: 3241 pounds

Towing Capacity: pounds

Tires: 215/50R17

Brakes: disc/disc with ABS, EBD

Fuel Capacity: 17.1 Gallons