A V6 mill for the 2010 Acura TSX

A V6 mill for the 2010 Acura TSX
by Auto123.com

This week, Acura silenced a number of critics who question some of its cars. Often criticized for the lack of power in the TSX, Acura is now bestowing upon it an optional 3.5-litre, 280-hp V6 stemming from the TL. What's more, the SH-AWD version will inherit a manual transmission.

Acura TSX

The V6 incarnation also includes the SportShift automatic transmission with paddle shift. Acura has energized the car with a new, stiffer suspension and 18-inch wheels.

Style-wise, Acura has barely touched the front fascia, with the biggest changes having been made to the bumper. Other than that, it remains identical to the 4-cylinder variant. The other modifications concern the V6's updated standard equipment, which includes an electric sunroof, automatic climate control, XM satellite radio with Bluetooth and a seven-speaker sound system.

The manufacturer has also taken advantage of the Chicago show to introduce the new TL SH-AWD sedan with manual transmission. The 2010 TL becomes the first of the brand's cars to feature both all-wheel drive and a manual transmission. With six speeds, it's the lightest by nearly 50 kilos compared to the automatic SportShift transmission.

Both new cars will be available this fall as 2010 models.

Acura TL

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