2005
Acura RSX

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$21,175
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Available trims

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  • 2dr Cpe MT
    Starts at
    $20,275
    27 City / 34 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2dr Cpe AT
    Starts at
    $21,175
    25 City / 34 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2dr Cpe MT Leather
    Starts at
    $21,350
    27 City / 34 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2dr Cpe AT Leather
    Starts at
    $22,250
    25 City / 34 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 2dr Cpe Type-S 6-spd MT Leather
    Starts at
    $23,670
    23 City / 31 Hwy
    MPG
    4
    Seat capacity
    Gas I4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Notable features

Choice of two four-cylinders
Manual or automatic
Six-speed manual in Type-S
FWD configuration
Race-bred personality

The good & the bad

The good

Handling, especially in Type-S
Ride comfort on smooth surfaces
Six-speed-gearbox operation in Type-S
Performance in Type-S
Resale value

The bad

Engine noise in base model
Tight backseat space
Difficult backseat entry and exit
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Safety review

Based on the 2005 Acura RSX base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Frontal driver
5/5
Frontal passenger
5/5
Nhtsa rollover rating
4/5
Side driver
4/5

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
4 years / 50,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years
Roadside Assistance
4 years / 50,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
6 years old and newer from their original in-service date, with 80,000 miles or fewer at time of vehicle delivery.
Basic
2 years / 100,000 miles
Dealer certification
182-point inspection
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Consumer reviews

100% of drivers recommend this car
4.9 / 5
Based on 27 reviews
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Comfort 4.4
Interior 4.7
Performance 4.8
Value 5.0
Exterior 4.7
Reliability 5.0

Most recent

By Vanb from Pasadena, CA
Owns this car
September 17, 2019

Super fun and easy to drive

This car is super easy to drive. Especially if you’re learning to drive a manual transmission. It’s very reliable and awesome. I recommend this car to anyone who wants to buy it.
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 5.0
Interior 5.0
Performance 5.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0
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By Dave
Owns this car
June 22, 2019

Definitely the most reliable car I've ever owned

The RSX Type S is one of the best sports cars you can get for the money. Fast when it needs to be and perfect for every day life.
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 4.0
Interior 5.0
Performance 5.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2005 Acura RSX?

The 2005 Acura RSX is available in 2 trim levels:

  • (4 styles)
  • Type-S (1 style)

What is the MPG of the 2005 Acura RSX?

The 2005 Acura RSX offers up to 27 MPG in city driving and 34 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 2005 Acura RSX?

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Is the 2005 Acura RSX reliable?

The 2005 Acura RSX has an average reliability rating of 5.0 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2005 Acura RSX owners.

Is the 2005 Acura RSX a good Coupe?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2005 Acura RSX. 100.0% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.9 / 5
Based on 27 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.4
  • Interior: 4.7
  • Performance: 4.8
  • Value: 5.0
  • Exterior: 4.7
  • Reliability: 5.0
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