2012 Acura TSX: What's New, Specs & Features
Last updated August 4, 2026
The 2012 Acura TSX is a quiet carryover with no major product changes. The regular sedan and Sport Wagon retain the same powertrains, styling, safety equipment, and cabin technology as in 2011.
About the 2012 Acura TSX
2nd gen (2009-2014), fourth model year, after the 2011 refresh.
Acura positioned the TSX as its smaller, driver-focused luxury car: a tidy sedan or wagon that mixed responsive handling and a high-revving four-cylinder with a generous list of standard comfort features. The appeal was not sheer size, but a well-finished cabin, strong standard equipment, and Acura’s reputation for long-term usability. The Sport Wagon stretched that same formula for buyers who wanted real cargo space without moving to an SUV.
The TSX remains a well-equipped compact luxury car with a driver-focused cabin, while the Sport Wagon adds extra cargo flexibility. Signature features include a 201-horsepower 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine, leather upholstery, heated power front seats, a moonroof, xenon headlights, Bluetooth, and a seven-speaker audio system.
2012 Acura TSX specs and features by trim
| Feature | |
|---|---|
| Engine | 4-Cyl, VTEC, 2.4 Liter / V6, VTEC, 3.5 Liter |
| Transmission | Auto, 5-Spd SportShift |
| Drivetrain | FWD |
| Fuel Type | Gas |
| MPG City | 19–22 mpg |
| MPG Highway | 28–31 mpg |
| Horsepower | 201–280 hp |
| Torque | 170–254 lb-ft |
| Max Towing | 1000 lb |
| Trunk/Cargo | 14–66.2 cu-ft |
| Rear Legroom | 34.3 in |
| Seats | 5 |
| Doors | 4 |
| Alarm System | |
| Rear View Camera | |
| Alloy Wheels | |
| Fog Lights | |
| Power Moonroof | |
| Rear Spoiler | |
| Roof Rails | |
| Bluetooth | |
| Navigation System | |
| Premium Audio | |
| Satellite Radio | |
| USB Ports | |
| Dual-Zone Climate Control | |
| Heated Front Seats | |
| Leather Seats | |
| Remote Start | |
Frequently asked questions
What changed on the 2012 Acura TSX compared with the 2011 model?
No major product changes were made for 2012. The regular TSX sedan and Sport Wagon carry over their engines, exterior design, safety equipment, cabin layout, and core features from 2011.
Was the 2012 Acura TSX redesigned?
No, the 2012 TSX was not redesigned. It is part of the second generation introduced for 2009 and follows the exterior update made for 2011.
Did the 2012 Acura TSX get a new engine?
No, the 2012 TSX did not receive a new engine. The regular 2.4-liter four-cylinder sedan and Sport Wagon carried over, as did the separate V6 sedan.
Did the 2012 Acura TSX receive new safety or technology features?
No, there were no lineup-wide safety or technology additions for 2012. The existing safety hardware, audio and climate controls, and Technology Package content carried over.