The Acura TSX doesn’t scream for attention, but under the surface, it’s got all the right bones. K-series engines, tight chassis, and Honda reliability—it’s a sleeper waiting to be built. Whether you’re driving a clean first-gen or a more refined second-gen, the TSX deserves more than stock suspension and commuter tires.
First Gen TSX (2004–2008)
This car came with the K24A2—Honda’s torque-friendly take on the K-series. Paired with a 6-speed manual and double-wishbone front suspension, it’s a dream platform for guys who want something fun, fast, and still practical.
Want to wake it up? Start underneath. The stock suspension isn’t doing your chassis any favors if you’re still running tired OEM shocks.
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Step one: JRZ suspension.
You want balance, control, and real feedback? JRZ coilovers are built for that. No fluff, no fake adjusters—just performance suspension made to corner hard and stay planted. -
Step two: Nankang tires.
Don’t let the price fool you—these things grip. The CR-S gives you that sweet spot between weekend track grip and daily driver manners. It’s one of the best-kept secrets in the performance tire world.
Second Gen TSX (2009–2014): More Refined, Still Fun
The second-gen TSX added weight but brought better creature comforts and an available V6. It’s more of a daily that still knows how to throw down on a canyon run—if you give it the parts to do so.
- JRZ suspension still fits the bill. It brings the car down to earth, both literally and figuratively.
- Pair that with a stickier set of Nankang CR-S or AR-1s and you’ve got grip for days.
You don’t need to gut the interior or throw a wing on it to make it handle like a proper sport sedan. Just pick the right gear and set it up right.
What Real TSX Owners Buy from Elite Performance
We’re not selling you eBay specials or parts that only look good on a spec sheet. We carry components that work—parts you’d actually trust on your car when it matters.
- JRZ coilovers for TSX (all years)
- Nankang CR-S, AR-1 tires in real sizes
- Suspension parts that won’t fold on your first hard corner
Whether you’re daily driving it or chasing personal bests at the track, you want a setup that doesn’t make excuses.
TSX deserves better. Build it right.
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