Thank you for a wonderful video! I am the original owner of a 2012 TSX Wagon (non-Tech Pkg) in Forged Silver Metallic. Now with 247K. Having come from an A6 Avant and a V70R, it has been nothing short of spectacular on reliability and still continues to offer great handling and a smooth ride. Again- great video!
Picked up a mint white 2012 TSX Wagon for $9K. Original owner and babied. It did have 186K miles but it's seriously clean and my mechanic gave it the thumbs up. Replacing my old A3 TDI. It's not as torquey but it's more fun to drive with tons of room. Loving it!
I have the 2013 sedan, il be getting the sportwagon for sure soon. Also, premium gas is considered to be 91 octane or higher, so when it says premium recommended you CAN use premium but regular is fine, though mine noticeably runs worse with 87 so I just put 93 in. Shift at 7k, vtec on these engages at 6k from the factory. Boost it
Nice review. I have a 2012 TSX Sportwagon base, all black. I bought mine from our local Acura dealer back in 2015 as a certified pre-owned vehicle and it has never needed anything other than the usual fluid changes, brakes, and tires. It gets great MPG, is easy to service under the hood, and is very well balanced to drive. Everyone complains about the wagon not having been offered with the V6, but the TSX was the European and Japanese Domestic Market Accord and never really intended to have a V6 (the first gen cars were all four cylinders). The V6 sedans are fast in a straight line but they are nose heavy and are hard on front suspension bushings. A tuned four banger TSX will out-handle a V6. A spare was standard in the first two model years and then was replaced with the inflator kit and deep storage well. I bought the tire kit from my dealer, which came with a shallow version of the well. You can't put your lawn chair in it, but it will fit some smaller stuff. Thanks for reviewing a rare piece of Acura history and good luck with yours.
I never realized there was a tire kit for the later years, but had I known I may've opted for that rather than the inflator (though if I do pop a tire, I'd be able to relax by the side of the road). I haven't driven a V6 TSX, so I don't have the authority to say which one handles better, but I think you're pretty spot on about the tuned engine feeling better to drive than the V6. Though regardless, it'd still need a manual, which is easier said than done. Glad you enjoyed my rantings and ravings!
what mpg are you getting ? i have the same car 2012 tsx wagon and im trying to find ways to improve the mileage (20mpg) i do most of the driving on the street though .
@@matsg91able 23 mpg on average in local driving. Will get over 30 mpg on the highway if you're easy on it. With the 18.5 gallon tank, you can go a long way between fill-ups.
@@matsg91able Nothing other than running it on the recommended octane gas or better, fresh air filter once per year, Mobil 1 oil and filter, and properly aired Michelin tires. Has just over 104k on it. No work other than maintenance. Best car I've owned to date.
Good video my friend. Always wanted one but super rare and couldn't wait any longer. Maybe one day when I get rid of one of my cars I will refocus on getting one. Great info I never knew.
Late to the party, just watched. Very informative and great production value. Definitely hits the nail on the head on my impression of the internal conflict it has of sport-ish wagon. Still considering getting one regardless.
That's very strange, but you're absolutely right. Seemed intuitive to have both rather than one or the other, at least to me. Thanks for pointing that out.
I would say they are very "spirited" when it comes to a sports car. I love wagons, been a big subi fan for years being out on OR. Currently driving a pos 2014 4runner.. This Monday I'm going to look at a silver tsx wagon with 52k miles on the engine for $17k. Honda platform. seems very reliable and practical with plenty of storage and space.
Had to watch your review when I saw it pop up on my screen. I have the same year and color wagon as you. My wife has a 2013 white wagon with the tech package. Hang on to this car. The K24 4 cylinder is one of Honda's best engines and the wagon was built in Japan. They are well equipped and well balanced. Like some others have said, they just need fluid changes, tires, brakes at usual intervals. These cars are bulletproof and mostly analog as opposed to stuffed with electronics like almost any current new vehicle. If you want more power, there are plenty of options for the engine under your hood. (Checkout Stanceworks on RU-vid. He is currently putting this engine in an older Ferrari) I don't know if I agree with your comment on the shifting. Both of mine shift fairly quickly and the shifts are smooth. The Acura dealer where we bought our cars said they have plenty of people who would by my wagon if I wanted to sell. My answer: no way.
I love the engine in the car, and while a little bit more stock umph would be fun (I'm no tinkerer), it's super resilient. I have no worries that the thing will keep on trucking for a long time. The shifting is a case-by-case basis. Usually, during low-speed acceleration, it just shifts a bit early and jerks a smidge. Most passengers wouldn't notice it at all, but I do, though it's nice to feel the car working.
@@taylorsgarage You might want to consider getting the jerking shift checked out. Shouldn't be doing that. You might catch something before it turns into a big problem. I haven't tinkered with mine other than lighter wheels and different tires. Good luck with yours. Enjoy the ride!
Great video, I really enjoyed your in depth commentary on most, if not all, of the features of the car. This definitely helped me with my future car purchase. I would recommend trying to get into a few more sports cars because you will find that the wagon, while it handles nicely, still suffers from its add weight. Otherwise your video had great pacing and I was engaged most of the time. Keep up the good work!
I completely agree, the car handles great but is bogged down by the extra weight and smaller engine. Hard to get my hands on sportcars though, but we'll see what comes around. Glad you enjoyed the review!
Picking one up Sunday. We have a newborn and didn't want an SUV every one has. I had a 2009 tsx mt and wish we could also get the manual in the wagon or the v6.
Congratulations friend! May the car last your growing family for many years! I'm at 170k with mine now and counting with ease, so be vigilant with the maintenance and who knows! Maybe you'll hand it down to the kiddo ;)
Great choice, I'm trying to get one myself. This could replace my Grand Cherokee and save a ton in fuel cost. Awesome review... did you look at the Mazda3 Hatchback and what were you thoughts
The Mazda 3, at least from what I've read/what I've heard, is a super fun car at a reasonable price. Cheap to maintain, fun in the bends, and comes in a stick. Granted, the TSX Wagon has a bigger trunk and packs a bit more horsepower depending on what trim you're looking at, the Mazda would be loads cheaper to buy and run. Makes it a great first car for students too, as they're pretty safe. Would love to get my hands on one!
From a first car point of view, my biggest complaint is that it's expensive to fuel (and us highschool grads aren't made of money). A regular Honda would be cheaper overall (since this is technically a luxury brand). It's also not fast, or cool, so if you're looking to impress the ladies a mom wagon probably won't do the trick. However, I'd totally recommend the car. From a practical standpoint, it's hard to beat. Just before college, I jammed all my earthly possessions in the trunk and drove from MD to FL with no troubles at all. And with the right amount of upkeep, the TSX can last you a long time. Glad you enjoyed the video, and I truly hope this review helps you on the search for your first car!
@@ChristopheZ Well, the TSX Wagon is a wonderful little stuff hauler! It's decent on gas, but there are certainly other cars that are better. Best of luck finding a new daily!
Yes! If you remove the storage bin, the innards of the trunk are identical to that of the 2011 model. You can find spares in parts catalogs pretty easily, too, just can't keep a vacation kit as well.
@@taylorsgarage My wife has a 2009 sedan and we really like it. Try to talk the wife into a blue wagon but she wasn't into it. Now we have a baby and everytime we fill the trunk with baby stuff I remind her, "we should've bought the wagon!"
@@AzenBerries I would say so! It's not the most spacious, and if getting in and out is an issue then a bigger, taller car might be better, but I have plenty of room to move about the cabin.
@@taylorsgarage I'm about 5'7 and 250lbs and there are hardly any for sale near me in Michigan. I'm just trying to get an idea because right now I'm driving a Dart and not a big fan on how small it is. Just want something with space and being a wagon.
@@AzenBerries That's part of what makes the car special, how hard it is to find. That being said, don't let them overcharge you. A good used Sportwagon can be had in the 10-14 grand region. The Sportwagon has room in it, and it's certainly better than a dart (I've sat in one and I felt small).
