2004 Acura RSX Base Auto w/Leather
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- Photo: 2004 Acura RSX, front right, 12-22-2023 by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 02-04 Acura RSX coupe by MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 02-04 Acura RSX by IFCAR, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Acura RSX (rear) by Jones028 from Hong Kong, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2006 Acura RSX, Rear Left, 10-24-2020 by SsmIntrigue, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2004 Acura RSX Base Auto w/Leather is a 160-hp 2.0-liter inline-4 with a 5-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $22,000 MSRP.
It makes 160 horsepower at 6,500 rpm and 141 lb-ft of torque at 4000 rpm, spinning to a 6,800 rpm redline. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 25 mpg city and 34 mpg highway.
The RSX measures 172.2 inches long on a 101.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,789 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Hatchback |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $22,000 ($37,851 *) |
| MSRP with Destination | $22,545 ($38,788 *) |
| Destination Charge | $545 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | 2.0L DOHC 16-valve i-VTEC inline-4 (K20A3) |
| Displacement | 2 L |
| Horsepower | 160 hp @ 6,500 rpm |
| Torque | 141 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm |
| Redline | 6,800 rpm |
| Valvetrain | DOHC i-VTEC, 16-valve |
| Bore and Stroke | 86.0 x 86.0 |
| Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 |
| Injection Type | PGM-FI (programmed fuel injection) |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 5-speed automatic (Sequential SportShift) |
| 1st Gear | 2.684 (41 mph **) |
| 2nd Gear | 1.5 (74 mph **) |
| 3rd Gear | 0.983 (112 mph **) |
| 4th Gear | 0.733 (151 mph **) |
| 5th Gear | 0.571 (193 mph **) |
| Reverse | 2 |
| Final Drive | 4.562 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 25 MPG |
| Highway | 34 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Regular unleaded |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | Independent MacPherson strut (Control-Link) |
| Rear Suspension | Independent double-wishbone |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 10.3 in., ventilated |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 16 x 6 |
| Wheels Rear | 16 x 6 |
| Tires Front | P205/55R16 |
| Tires Rear | P205/55R16 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 172.2 in |
| Width | 67.9 in |
| Height | 54.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 101.2 in |
| Cargo Volume | 17.8 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 2,789 lbs |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 37.8 in |
| Headroom Rear | 30.1 in |
| Legroom Front | 43.1 in |
| Legroom Rear | 29.2 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 52.6 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 51.3 in |
| Hip Room Front | 51.1 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 46.7 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | Not rated |
| Frontal crash | Not rated |
| Frontal – driver | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal – passenger | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | Not rated |
| Rollover | Not rated |
Recalls
4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2004 Acura RSX. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Apr 7, 2009 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING
SABERSPORT IS RECALLING 16,270 COMBINATION CORNER AND BUMPER LAMP ASSEMBLIES OF VARIOUS PART NUMBERS SOLD FOR USE AS AFTERMARKET EQUIPMENT FOR VARIOUS PASSENGER VEHICLES. THESE HEADLAMPS FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT." THESE LAMPS DO NOT CONTAIN THE REQUIRED AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS.
Consequence: DECREASED LIGHTING VISIBILITY MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: SABERSPORT WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER A FULL REFUND FOR THE NONCOMPLIANT COMBINATION LAMPS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 11, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT SABERSPORT AT 1-909-598-7589.
NHTSA campaign 09E012000
Jul 17, 2006 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING
CERTAIN TRADESONIC COMBINATION LAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. COMBINATION LAMPS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Consequence: LACK OF AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS IN THE LAMPS WILL DECREASE LIGHTING VISIBILITY TO OTHER DRIVERS AND MAY POSSIBLY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: TRADESONIC WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE LAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN DURING JULY 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT TRADESONIC AT 626-934-8884.
NHTSA campaign 06E064000
May 8, 2006 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING
CERTAIN ALFAOTTO COMBINATION HEADLAMPS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
Remedy: ALFAOTTO WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE HEADLAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 10, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ALFAOTTO AT 626-656-2992 OR VISIT THEIR WEBSITE AT WWW.ALFAOTTO.COM.
NHTSA campaign 06E038000
Mar 13, 2006 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
CERTAIN ANZO COMBINATION HEADLAMP ASSEMBLIES SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS WHICH FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, "LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT."
Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
Remedy: ANZO WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE HEADLAMPS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN MAY 9, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT ANZO USA AT 909-468-3688.
NHTSA campaign 06E023000
17 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2004 Acura RSX
Owner Complaints
17 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2004 Acura RSX (6 mention a crash, 4 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Power Train | 6 |
| Air Bags | 5 |
| Tires | 5 |
| Exterior Lighting | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.
Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2004 ACURA RSX. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.