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2005 Acura RSX Base MT

The 2005 Acura RSX Base MT is a 160-hp 2.0-liter inline-4 with a 5-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $20,275 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 27 mpg city and 34 mpg highway.

The RSX measures 172.4 inches long on a 101.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,734 lb.

Spec Value
Price
MSRP$20,275 ($33,740 *)
MSRP with Destination$20,845 ($34,688 *)
Destination Charge$570
Engine
Engine Type2.0L DOHC 16-valve i-VTEC inline-4 (K20A3)
Displacement2 L
Horsepower160 hp @ 6,500 rpm
Torque141 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
Redline6,800 rpm
ValvetrainDOHC i-VTEC, 16-valve
Bore and Stroke86.0 x 86.0
Compression Ratio9.8:1
Injection TypePGM-FI (programmed fuel injection)
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFWD
Transmission
Transmission5-speed manual
1st Gear3.267 (35 mph **)
2nd Gear1.88 (61 mph **)
3rd Gear1.212 (95 mph **)
4th Gear0.921 (125 mph **)
5th Gear0.738 (155 mph **)
Reverse3.583
Final Drive4.389
Fuel Economy
City27 MPG
Highway34 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular unleaded
Suspension
Front SuspensionIndependent MacPherson strut (Control-Link)
Rear SuspensionIndependent double-wishbone with coil springs
Brakes
Front Brake Disc10.3 in., ventilated, 0.82 in. thick
Rear Brake Disc10.2 in., solid, 0.35 in. thick
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front16 x 6
Wheels Rear16 x 6
Tires FrontP205/55R16
Tires RearP205/55R16
Dimensions & Weight
Length172.4 in
Width67.9 in
Height54.9 in
Wheelbase101.2 in
Front Track58.5 in
Rear Track58.5 in
Ground Clearance6 in
Cargo Volume16 ft³
Curb Weight2,734 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front37.8 in
Headroom Rear34.1 in
Legroom Front43.1 in
Legroom Rear29.2 in
Shoulder Room Front52.6 in
Shoulder Room Rear51.3 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars
** Theoretical max speed per gear at redline
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