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2014 Acura TSX

Trims, performance, features, fuel economy, safety and known problems — with the pros and cons against similar 2014 models.

Acura TSX
Pictured: 2010 Acura TSX -- 03-15-2010. Photo: IFCAR, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
Class
Compact Cars
Body styles
4dr Sedan FWD Tech Package/Premium, 4dr Sedan FWD V6 Tech
Engines
2.4L 4-cyl, 3.5L 6-cyl
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel
Premium Gasoline
MPG (best)
25 combined · 22 city / 31 hwy
Length
186.2 in
Curb weight
3,406–3,686 lb
NHTSA rating
Not rated
Recalls
3 campaigns

Pros & cons

What's good

Nothing stands out against similar models in the data.

Watch out for

  • Premium fuel requiredEvery gasoline version is rated for premium, which raises running costs.

Calculated from EPA, NHTSA and vPIC data against 36 similar 2014 models — not a review. How we calculate this →

Overview

The 2014 Acura TSX is a compact car offered with 2 engines (2.4L 4-cyl and 3.5L 6-cyl) and front-wheel drive.

It measures about 186 inches long and 72 inches wide on a 107-inch wheelbase, with a curb weight of roughly 3,406 lb (4dr Sedan FWD Tech Package/Premium).

EPA rates its most efficient version at 25 MPG combined (22 city / 31 highway), 5% worse than the 2014 compact car average of 26.3 MPG, for an estimated $3,300 a year in fuel.

NHTSA has not published a 5-Star overall rating for this model year.

It has 3 recall campaigns on file and owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA since 2015, most often about the service brakes.

What changed for 2014

No changes to engines, powertrains, drivetrains, size, EPA ratings or NHTSA crash rating compared with the 2013 TSX — a carry-over year in the data.

Compared with 2013; trim, feature and price changes aren't covered. See the 2013 TSX →

Dimensions & weight

BodyLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseTrack F / RCurb weightWeight F/R
4dr Sedan FWD Tech Package/Premium186.2 in72.4 in56.7 in106.7 in62.2 / 62.2 in3,406 lb60/40
4dr Sedan FWD V6 Tech186.2 in72.4 in56.7 in106.7 in62.2 / 62.2 in3,686 lb60/40

Transport Canada CVS (Open Government Licence – Canada), Canadian-market figures.

Will it fit your garage? Check with your measurements →

Engines, MPG & running costs

VersionEngineTransmissionDriveCity / Hwy / Combvs. classFuel / yrCO₂ g/mi
TSX2.4L 4-cylAutomatic (S5)Front-Wheel Drive22 / 31 / 25-5%$3,300349
TSX2.4L 4-cylManual 6-spdFront-Wheel Drive21 / 29 / 24-9%$3,400373
TSX Wagon2.4L 4-cylAutomatic (S5)Front-Wheel Drive22 / 29 / 24-4%$3,400361
TSX3.5L 6-cylAutomatic (S5)Front-Wheel Drive19 / 28 / 22-16%$3,750394
7/10EPA fuel economy score (best version)
7/10EPA greenhouse gas score
Spend $4,500Fuel over 5 years vs. average new car
26.3 MPG2014 Compact Cars average

EPA estimates; "vs. class" is combined MPG against the 2014 EPA class average. How we calculate this →

Safety ratings & technology

VersionOverallFrontalDriver / passengerSideSide poleRolloverRollover risk
2014 Acura TSX 4 DR FWDNot ratedNot rated–★ / –★Not ratedNot rated★★★★★9.9%
StandardElectronic stability control
Not availableForward collision warning
Not availableLane departure warning

Similar 2014 compact cars

ModelBest MPG / rangeNHTSA overallRecalls
2014 Acura TSX (this car)25 MPGNot rated3
2014 BMW 3 Series36 MPGNot rated0
2014 BMW 5 Series30 MPGNot rated0
2014 Mercedes-Benz E-Class26 MPG★★★★★0
2014 Lexus IS24 MPGNot rated4
2014 Audi A426 MPGNot rated4
2014 Mercedes-Benz C-Class25 MPGNot rated0

Recalls (3)

Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module · Jun 27, 2019

NHTSA campaign 19V502000 · 9,555 vehicles

Problem
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Acura TSX, 2011-2014 TSX Sport Wagon, 2010-2013 ZDX, 2008-2012 Honda Accord, 2010-2011 Accord Crosstour, 2006-2011 Civic and Civic Hybrid, 2008-2010 Civic GX NGV, 2012-2015 Crosstour, 2007-2011 CR-V, 2009-2013 Fit, 2014 Fit EV, 2010-2014 Insight, and 2009-2015 Pilot vehicles. The vehicles are equipped with passenger frontal air bag inflators assembled as a recall remedy part or replacement service part, that may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
Risk
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began August 12, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are F5F and Q5E.
Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module · May 16, 2019

NHTSA campaign 19V378000 · 19,138 vehicles

Problem
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2009-2014 Acura TSX, 2011-2013 TSX Sport Wagon, and 2010-2012 ZDX and 2008-2012 Honda Accord, 2010-2011 Accord Crosstour, 2006-2011 Civic, Civic Hybrid and Civic NGV, 2012-2014 Crosstour, 2007-2011 CR-V, 2009-2013 Fit, 2010-2013 Insight, and 2009-2015 Pilot vehicles. The front passenger air bag inflator may have been installed incorrectly during replacement.
Risk
An incorrectly installed air bag inflator may not properly deploy the passenger frontal air bag in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the inflator installation and, if necessary, replace the passenger frontal air bag module assembly, free of charge. The recall began July 5, 2019. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are M4O, P4R, T4Q, and W4P.
Air Bags › Frontal › Passenger Side › Inflator Module · Sep 27, 2018

NHTSA campaign 18V661000 · 1,355,406 vehicles

Problem
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2014 Honda Insight and Acura TSX and TSX Wagon, 2014-2015 Honda Crosstour and Pilot vehicles nationwide, as well as certain 2014 Honda FCX Clarity and Fit EV vehicles in Florida, Hawaii, Puerto Rico, Texas, Alabama, Georgia, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, California, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan) and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Honda is also recalling certain 2011-2013 Acura TSX, TSX Wagon and ZDX, Honda Crosstour, Insight, Fit and Pilot vehicles, 2011-2012 Honda Accord and 2011 Honda Civic NGV, Civic, Civic Hybrid and CR-V vehicles in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, the District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia and West Virginia. Lastly, Honda is recalling certain 2010-2013 Acura TSX and ZDX, Honda Crosstour, Fit, Insight and Pilot, 2011-2013 TSX Wagon, 2010-2012 Honda Accord and 2010-2011 Honda Civic NGV, Civic, Civic Hybrid and CR-V vehicles in Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin and Wyoming. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag air bag inflators assembled as part of the frontal air bag modules, and used as original equipment or replacement equipment (such as after a vehicle crash necessitating replacement of the original air bags), may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to higher absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
Risk
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Fix
Honda will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began November 6, 2018. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are M2J and S2K.
Check your VIN for open recalls at NHTSA ↗

Not every 2014 Acura TSX is affected — only a VIN check confirms your car.

Owner-reported problems

7Complaints to NHTSA since 2015
0Involved a crash
0Involved a fire
0Injuries reported
61,600 miTypical mileage at failure
Service Brakes3
Engine2
Air Bags1
Electrical System1
Unknown Or Other1
Complaints received per month (last 24 months with reports)
16/08: 118/01: 119/01: 119/02: 120/02: 120/04: 123/12: 116/0818/0119/0119/0220/0220/0423/12max 1

Unverified owner reports; best-sellers collect more.

Used 2014 Acura TSX buyer's checklist

  1. Run the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. 3 recalls this year — ask for proof of repairs.
  2. Service Brakes — 3 owner reports. Brake firmly from speed; check for pulling, pulsing pedal or ABS warning light.
  3. Engine — 2 owner reports. Cold-start the engine, listen for knocking, and watch for warning lights or hesitation on acceleration.
  4. Air Bags — 1 owner reports. Confirm the airbag warning light turns off after start-up and any airbag recall was completed.
  5. Mileage to watch. Owners typically reported problems around 61,600 miles; ask what was repaired near that point.
  6. Before you pay: service records, a history report and an independent inspection.

Generated by DecodedCars from NHTSA recalls and owner complaints for the 2014 Acura TSX. Not a substitute for a professional inspection.

Other TSX years

Compare all years →
YearMPG (best)LengthOverallRecallsComplaints
2013 TSX25186.2 inNot rated431
2012 TSX25186.2 inNot rated6136
2011 TSX25186.2 inNot rated746
2010 TSX25186.2 inNot rated737
2009 TSX25186.2 inNot rated646
2008 TSX23183.1 inNot rated215
2007 TSX23183.1 inNot rated215
2006 TSX23183.1 inNot rated228
2005 TSX23183.1 inNot rated221

Sources: EPA, NHTSA, Transport Canada, Wikimedia Commons. Not affiliated with NHTSA, the EPA or Acura. How we calculate this →