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Acura left potential buyers wanting when they decided not to make a manual V6 version of their TSX.

by @sukhmandeepalmost 2 years ago0 views9 answers
Acura built the TSX V6 solely around its 5-speed automatic transmission which let down fans who wanted a manual gearbox alternative. Acura fans along with general automobile enthusiasts continue to debate this decision. The TSX V6 would become a real driver's vehicle and better compete with European sport sedans if it offered manual transmission. The automatic transmission choice functioned effectively for the intended customers while having no definitive impact on total sales. Discussions about manual transmission reduction in luxury vehicles together with Acura brand identity emerge when evaluating if a manual TSX V6 could have gained more appeal among car enthusiasts.
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Comments (9)

@abhishek-ralmost 2 years ago
While the topic has become irrelevant now Acura still missed their opportunity to offer some buyer choice options.
@kanishk-goalmost 2 years ago
The car offers a superior combination with V6 power plus automatic transmission rather than a manual-equipped four-cylinder engine.
@sujit-kuamalmost 2 years ago
This automatic transmission system suits the specifications of this particular car. Sport sedans shouldn't all function like track racing vehicles.
@md-shafi-ialmost 2 years ago
A limited run offering of this option would have been ideal. The TSX V6 would have become legendary among Honda fans.
@saket-jhaalmost 2 years ago
Missed opportunity for enthusiasts, sure. But probably the right move for the average Acura buyer.
@shubham-agalmost 2 years ago
People wanted a manual but if the paddle shifters can make you happy because they're quite enjoyable then that's okay too. It's a good compromise.
@shantanu-salmost 2 years ago
They missed a huge opportunity. This auto option represents an unused chance to build a Japanese car that could challenge BMWs with manual transmission.
@divya-sinhalmost 2 years ago
The take rate projections never reached a level that would validate the decision. The financial decision made by Acura proved to be correct.
@reena-yadaalmost 2 years ago
Absolutely. If there had been a manual V6 version of the TSX it would have been a true enthusiast's dream while serving as a proper successor to the TL Type S.
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