2011 Sedan exhilaration, evolved. The 2011 Acura CSX. An exceptionally modern interpretation of classic heart-pounding performance is here. From its race-inspired roots and track-tuned engineering to its advanced driver technology and amenities, the CSX is driving excitement in its most athletic form. CSX i-TECH CSX, now with a dash of tech. ABOVE STANDARD STYLING AVAILABLE HANDSFREELINK™ CONNECTIVITY AVAILABLE ACURA NAVIGATION SYSTEM As advanced as the CSX i-Tech package is on the inside, it’s also quite To stay in touch without having to lift a finger, simply program and link your The CSX i-Tech’s satellite-linked navigation system with bilingual voice cutting-edge on the outside. From its wind-chiselled body style and Bluetooth®-enabled wireless device to the HandsFreeLink interface to make, recognition can pinpoint your location almost anywhere in North America aggressive front-grille treatment to its fluid one-motion profile and receive and transfer calls from your mobile phone without interruption. or access its search directory to help you find directions. The system is wide stance, the CSX is a textbook study in leading-edge aerodynamics. Provided your mobile phone is located inside the cabin, calling numbers will equipped with bilingual voice recognition software that recognizes up to And for even more state-of-the-art exterior styling, the i-Tech model be displayed, your phone will respond to voice activation and you will hear 600 verbal commands in either English or French and can provide you with features brilliant High-Intensity Discharge (HID) headlights to enhance the caller’s voice over the vehicle’s audio system. Plus, the system operates in real-time directions by voice or moving-map display. Just say the word your ability to see what’s ahead, what to avoid and what the future English or French and is capable of integrating up to six different compatible and the system can show you the most direct route to your destination, holds on the road. mobile phones, turning the CSX i-Tech cabin into a hub of connectivity. or offer an alternate route, and you’re there. HANDLING It looks as sharp as it drives. 17-INCH WHEELS ELECTRONIC POWER STEERING VEHICLE STABILITY ASSIST WITH TRACTION CONTROL Reinforce your feel for the open road Where some stop, the CSX is constantly pushing forward. For enhanced handling and remarkable with large 17-inch aluminum-alloy More than just power steering, the CSX has adopted an control, the CSX features Vehicle Stability wheels. Augmented by small wheel innovative approach that eliminates the need for a hydraulic Assist (VSA®) to automatically correct gaps and short fender overhangs, pump, providing you with quicker steering response and oversteer and understeer cornering the CSX’s standard 17-inch wheels increased efficiency. Because the steering relies entirely on scenarios. And if that’s not enough, enhance the vehicle’s wide stance the electrical system, engine power drain is eliminated, as is Traction Control helps you get off the mark and uncompromising big-city style. the additional weight associated with conventional power quickly, confidently and consistently on steering systems, making the CSX more agile in corners. loose or slippery surfaces. POWER The power to rule the road. 2.0-LITRE, 16-VALVE, DOHC, i-VTEC® ENGINE INTELLIGENT VARIABLE VALVE TIMING AND LIFT ELECTRONIC CONTROL (i-VTEC) Race-inspired to its aluminum core, the CSX is propelled by a high-performance 2.0-litre, DOHC, i-VTEC 4-cylinder The dual camshaft profiles of the compact race-inspired engine. This lightweight and highly efficient engine boasts i-VTEC engine deliver greater power across the entire rpm an aluminum block and head with DOHC, 16-valve design. range. It offers a boost of low-end torque for faster off-the- The driving result is a balance of sporty performance, line speed and high-end rpm power for passing on highways. exceptional fuel efficiency and low emissions. Plus, with the added efficiency of Variable Timing Control (VTC), the i-VTEC engine possesses an abundance of force. HORSEPOWER AND TORQUE Available PADDLE SHIFTERS Producing 155 horsepower and 139 lb.-ft. of torque, the CSX’s 2.0-litre, i-VTEC engine enables you to rule the road Experience the thrill of race-inspired performance and with high-torque output at low speeds and an exhilarating control with the touch of your finger. You’ll find mounted boost of acceleration at a range of higher speeds. And for just behind the spokes of the sporty leather-wrapped smoother, on-demand acceleration, there’s a Drive-by-Wire steering wheel available paddle-shifting transmission Throttle SystemTM that utilizes advanced electronics to help control designed to add that extra boost of excitement deliver maximum engine response and efficiency. All in all to an already exhilarating 5-speed automatic. it adds up to the incredibly sporty, responsive experience you’ve been longing for. AMENITIES Very user-friendly features. STEERING WHEEL-MOUNTED CONTROLS The CSX features illuminated steering wheel-mounted audio and cruise controls to enhance the safety, convenience and exhilaration of your driving experience. These, in tandem with a tilt and telescopic steering column, help ensure your optimal driving position and comfort so you can focus on the road ahead, carving every corner of it. ACURA AUDIO SYSTEM* Tune in to this – 6-speaker acoustics, including a 160-watt AM/FM head unit with an in-dash CD player, handle the musical accompaniment in the CSX. Plus, for a more personalized listening experience, there’s a standard MP3/auxiliary input jack, a digital audio card reader* with MP3/Windows Media® Audio compatibility and a standard USB device connector, so feel free to bring your favourite tunes along for the ride. Plus, Speed-sensitive Volume Control (SVC) makes a smooth, perfect-pitch listening at any speed. CSX i-Tech Package shown. * Digital audio card reader available with i-Tech Package. I N T E R I O R LUXURY POWER MOONROOF Add a breath of fresh air whenever you feel like it with a standard power sliding glass moonroof that features a tilt Beauty, boldly done. setting, privacy glass, retractable sunshade and one-touch auto-open. HEATED LEATHER-TRIMMED SEATS available 5-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL WITH PADDLE SHIFTING The perfect cabin temperature comes Tightly bolstered leather seating provides a sporty Experience a veritable feast for your driving senses standard when you use the automatic look and feel inside the CSX cabin, while aluminum from the available 5-speed automatic. Leave it in drive climate control with air-filtration accent trim and ambient cabin lighting create a and let the automatic transmission take over, or move it system. Select the desired temperature, modern air of cool sophistication. Both front seats into “S” mode and enjoy all the thrilling tactile response and the system will adjust under are ergonomically sculpted and heated for extra that race-inspired paddle shifting has to offer. Plus, for changing weather conditions. comfort, and the driver’s seat is height adjustable the driving purist, an equally exciting experience awaits for maximum comfort and positioning. with the standard 5-speed manual transmission. CSX i-Tech Package shown. SAFETY ABS The 4-wheel Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) helps maintain steering control when braking hard on wet, slippery or loose surfaces, while Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) balances braking forces at each wheel to help compensate for passenger weight distribution inside the cabin. SIDE MIRROR-INTEGRATED TURN INDICATORS Eye-catching side turn indicators are integrated into the body-coloured heated folding power side mirrors. Offering function in its sleekest form, the CSX’s side mirror-integrated turn indicators increase your visibility on the street and indicate your turning intentions to other motorists and pedestrians. AIRBAGS ACTIVE FRONT HEAD RESTRAINTS FRONT SIDE CURTAIN FRONT SIDE AIRBAGS AIRBAGS AIRBAGS Maximum safety is achieved with six airbags In the event of a rear impact, the CSX’s active designed to protect all occupants inside the cabin. front seat head restraints offer the driver and Depending on the point and force of impact, the front passenger excellent neck protection. CSX will deploy dual-stage, dual-threshold front airbags that activate at one of two rates depending on the severity of the impact; front side airbags TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM VEHICLE STABILITY with the innovative passenger-side Occupant ASSIST WITH Position Detection System (OPDS) that will not Correct tire pressure is critical to safety, TRACTION CONTROL release if the system detects a small-sized or performance and fuel efficiency. Enter the CSX’s improperly positioned passenger; and side curtain Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS), which airbags with a state-of-the-art rollover sensor. continually monitors the air pressure in each tire. If pressure drops in any of your tires, a transponder attached to the wheel’s valve stem transmits the UNIBODY SAFETY CELL WITH ENERGY-ABSORBING FRONT AND REAR CRUMPLE ZONES SOLID STRUCTURE information to a receiver, and a warning appears on your instrument panel. The Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) body structure utilizes a high-tensile, high- efficiency steel body frame to provide enhanced PEDESTRIAN SAFETY At Acura, Safety Through Innovation is based on the idea that an advanced protection from a multi-directional collision. ACE reduces the concentrated force of a frontal impact Acura’s Safety Through Innovation goes one by absorbing energy over a large area and step beyond with a revolutionary approach to driving experience starts with advanced safety features. This guiding principle dispersing it away from the vehicle’s interior. pedestrian safety. The CSX exterior design Additionally, ACE is designed to help reduce incorporates energy-absorbing hood and front is reinforced through the extensive number of standard safety features and occupant injuries caused by misalignment in fenders and breakaway wiper pivots to help collisions between vehicles of different sizes.