*First Look* Acura RSX nameplate returns - First look and breakdown!

[@joepup8348]

Honda/Acura must hold the record for retiring successful nameplates: NSX, Integra, Prelude, S 2000, CRX, Legend. And they haven't learned their lesson: If you're going to bring these back, you bring their formula. You don't give us something else.

[@xzimxzim]

I really want an Element with the CR-V hybrid powertrain. Maybe even an S2000 with the old Accord 2.0T. The sad part is they would change everything about them, but in the wrong way if they brought them back.

[@ArthropodSpidey]

The Integra is great. WTF are you talking about?

[@TonyKimtheamusementparkfan]

Idk the current Integra has been quite a hit for Acura, and honestly, I love the Integra.

[@joepup8348]

@@ArthropodSpidey It is great. But is it an Integra? What I said was that Honda/Acura doesn't necessarily stay true to the original formula. The coupe format and normally aspirated 4-cylinder were key to that. The current version is a sedan/turbo only.

[@joepup8348]

@@TonyKimtheamusementparkfan I actually like the current one too. But it strays from the original formula--which was an affordable coupe with a normally-aspirated 4-cylinder. That's what got so many younger fans into the mix. Now, it's near-luxury, turbocharged, and sedan-only. It's still awesome, just a different car.

[@CsHyper]

This is what should've been called the ZDX

[@chezzyperson3339]

ZDX is larger than this

[@Dis2good]

@CsHyper i agree. The styling of this fits the previous ZDX over the current version IMO

[@DoubleHCartoonFan57]

Maybe they’ll realize their mistake

[@YEMX89]

@@chezzyperson3339 The 1st Gen ZDX is similar in size to this "RDX"

[@GaryKetchum808]

I saw a last gen ZDX on FB Marketplace and I had to stop scrolling cus I thought it was something way cooler. It’s a great design and this new RSX looks way more like the old ZDX than the current ZDX.

[@hongchan1202]

I owned a DC5 RSX Type S for 19 years, this is a slap in the face! You don't mess around with names like this, you just don't. This is ridiculous!

[@jamesiverson209]

They really should have kept the Integra nameplate on the car. Honda just randomly decided that every Acura had to have a model name of xxX, so the other names had to go. And now they brought the Integra name back and found it has a little cachet.

[@branbudd123]

Same! I’ve owned my 06 Type S RSX for 10 years now. It was my dream car as a kid. This is a disappointment to the nameplate.

[@Joenathanisherest]

As a former RSX owner, I am gutted.

[@defennia]

I used to own RSX, was one of my favorite cars. This just hurts me seeing it

[@Burberry95Ej1]

As a current owner, I am sick to my stomach

[@eg6gsr]

why? Your car is a integra

[@faheemabbas3965]

IT GOT ECLIPSE CROSSED NOOOOOOOOO

[@dennisscipio]

what?

[@faheemabbas3965]

@@dennisscipio Like what Mitsubishi did. Eclipse, to Eclipse Cross.

[@dennisscipio]

@@faheemabbas3965 And the Eclipse Cross is still being sold nearly 8 years later.

[@dennisscipio]

@@faheemabbas3965 Yeah, and it's still being sold nearly 8 years later.

[@yojoe4830]

No, it doesn't. Nothing 'Eclipse' about it; more like "Audi e-tron" written all over it, and that's a good thing.

[@itsaboutfam]

All my Honda friends that joked about Mitsubishi bringing the Eclipse as a Eclipse Cross are suddenly flabbergasted.

[@TheBreakfastLover]

The RSX is an EV SUV? NOOOOOOOO!!!!

[@TheBreakfastLover]

Monicaaaaaa!!

[@randy2558]

Almost as exciting as the Eclipse Cross!!!

[@nickcivic21]

Well i will TELL YOU THIS how dope would it be to get a RSX with the civic hybrid hatchback with a bit more power and as a hatchback

[@Superdimensional]

🤦‍♂️

[@viewviewview1236]

We have an electric mustang suv, a crappy eclipse suv and now a rsx suv… it’s so dumb… if they want to make a new suv make it it’s own new thing that people can get excited about if that’s the kind of vehicle they like

[@tonyl7286]

Why am I not surprised that's it's returning as a crossover EV

[@rahimi4762]

Maybe Acura version of Prelude maybe the CLX or maybe Acura is doing an EV coupe SUV and a 2 seater sports car with RSX badging like a Mustang

[@macaron3141592653]

Given the comeback of the prelude, I'm actually disappointed.

[@fortheloveofnoise]

People make fun of the Honda/Nissan merger...but they both have really lost their way and need eachother to be honest.

[@DJZander01]

I would love to hear Acura try to explain why this should be called an RSX

[@TheBreakfastLover]

$ales

[@yojoe4830]

Because they make the decisions, and it's only a name. They don't have to explain a thing.

[@DJZander01]

@@TheBreakfastLover ehh what about naming it RSX will make it sell? It's not like the RSX nameplate has a ton of history. It was one two sports coupe. And it sold low numbers.

[@lancercool1992]

copy paste from mitsubishi

[@jamesiverson209]

Why did they decide to call the Integra an RSX?

[@scoaste]

My 2002 RSX Type-S is *insulted*.

[@Cloneufc]

The new one is the younger sibling with down syndrome!

[@darknessislight3689]

WE HAVE ENOUGH OF THE WHOLE 🗣️ SUV CUV and Trucks 🤬 craze . Manufacturers STOP using ICONIC names on this trash.

[@sweetkwaku123]

They won’t till people stop BUYING THEM 😂😂

[@troybooker2331]

An Acura model prelude would’ve made more sense 🤷🏽‍♂️

[@Azrael8]

The electric concept/ RSX looks like a Buick and I hate it. This is not the RSX we want.

[@joepup8348]

No, give us the LEGEND.

[@Massachusettesrailfanner]

Now Acura will have 5 SUV’s and 2 sedans

[@paisleyplastic]

wiat a year or two when they kill the tlx off

[@Massachusettesrailfanner]

@ do you mean wait

[@blackwhirlwind1245]

Because sedans aren’t selling, that’s the reality.

[@aaronbryan5095]

​@@blackwhirlwind1245 Toyota Camry wants to have a word with you.

[@nintendoatarikiller]

Can't wait for the S2000 Cross Cabriolet

[@briankuhn1747]

What a gut punch.

[@NSXtacy-]

This is disgusting Honda deserves all of the hate they're about to get for this abomination.

[@craigo2142]

Original owner of 2005 TSX. Still love it. Acura is going down the wrong road, IMHO. Like the look of the RSX but it isn't an RSX. It's just another crossover. And, not even a coupe. Would have much preferred a powerful hybrid in it and not full EV. Fingers crossed for the ADX but a hybrid there would have a great move. Acura can do better.

[@Indifference2000]

Coupe Integra would be the rsx. Not prelude though. Prelude should be its own like before. It's own engine as well

[@bgaoest2995]

Nope. Rsx is must be a coupe Acura is weird nowadays

[@TheBreakfastLover]

Here's hoping we'll get an Integra coupe based on the Prelude

[@yooin14]

They should have named this as ZDX. What are they thinking..? How about putting MDX name in their future NSX successor next?

[@mehmetakcabay6139]

Honda looks set to make Acura an SUV brand

[@gleej8120]

It's all anyone wants to buy these days, unfortunately.

[@chezzyperson3339]

I hope not but only the German 3 care about having a full lineup of luxury sedans

[@michaelfoulkes9502]

They don’t have a choice if they want to stay in business. Build what the people want.

[@andrewc8566]

@@chezzyperson3339 Remember, Acura is a very small manufacture, yes they are part of Honda, but Honda is sold in dozens of countries. Acura's are made in America, sold only in America and Canada. So they don't have the ability to make a vehicle for everyone. Plus they are unique, the only "Sport Luxury" brand.

[@jamesiverson209]

They probably need to drown the whole brand.

[@Chris-tm4zq]

So no RSX coupe coming. This will be the downfall of Acura 👎

[@omegapharaoh6978]

I feel like the new RSX is gonna end up being acura’s Prelude “in a suit”

[@ChristianTaylor3]

Acura RSX was one of the best cars Ive owned to date. Acura really doesn’t make the right moves and it’s frustrating to watch 😂

[@gleej8120]

This is very compelling. I am ready to move into EV, and I just wasn't interested in the ZDX (primarily because of the GM platform). I will lease the RSX rather than buy since the EV tech is constantly changing. This will be perfect for urban living where I do a cross between intown driving and then high speed interstate merges. I can't wait to see the final product.

[@miketwotwenty]

It will be a flop!

[@andrewc8566]

As a former Honda Sales Constant that moved to our Acura Center years ago, I'm very excited for both Coupes.

[@randomrebuilds]

“They massacred my boy!” What an absolute abomination from Honda America…

[@aryehrosenthal2138]

Great review Kirk

[@rightlanehog3151]

Kirk, Welcome back to KZbin! I can't decide if a Coupe-CUV or Coupe-Sedan is more redundant. 🤔 Having said that, the Coupe-Coupe Prelude 13:02 looks good and should fulfill its coupe mission masterfully. 😁

[@Dis2good]

@@rightlanehog3151 but like Kirk mentioned. There is still a demand for a gasoline powered 6 speed manual luxury coupe from Acura. The Prelude just won’t do it.

[@donmax1403]

Another DISAPOINTMENT 😢... Hopefully they bring a TYPE R VERSION of the upcoming PRELUDE. The can call Integra coupe or whatever...

[@Initial_RX]

I’m truly disappointed on Acura.

[@gman9mm1]

GROSS DUDE. WHY. Stop using existing names for NPC SUV’s. They *have* to know that that’s basically asking for consumer angst. I’m still gonna hold out for an Acura coupe, but I’m starting to think that’s a pipe dream. It’s like they use these names to be able to say “yeah, we brought the RSX back!” Like… I guess. In name only… In regard to near the end… why don’t they just bring back the Legend name to avoid any confusion? 😅

[@KidNato]

The 3rd gen NSX is an egg-shaped three row suv.

[@AL-kc4kg]

I am very confused by the nomenclature, wasn’t RSX supposed to be Integra’s successor and then they go back to Integra. But now the RSX? What’s next? A 3 row NSX?

[@davidh9530]

I knew Honda would screw up the RSX just like they did with Prelude and Integra

[@1LikeCake]

almost slipped up and called it super saiyan

[@Dokuji]

I also second that this would have fit the ZDX nameplate better. If it's not a halo coupe it's not an RSX

[@cwise610]

Finally an RSX less embarrassing than my base model

[@andydufresne8034]

It would be criminal for Honda to come this close to a coupe version of the Integra Type S and not follow through. You know you want to, Honda. Quit playing games with my heart.

[@HVS.11.11]

It’s a NO for me. They let me down with the Integra now the rsx. Guess I won’t get a new car anytime soon 😢

[@johnkraft6053]

And the S2000 is coming back as a sister car to the next Nissan leaf! 💃❤❤🎉🎉🎉🎉 omg

[@mikew6554]

I like the updated design queues

[@SkyDraco]

“Am I really going to defile this grave for money? Of course I am!” - Mr Crabs 2002

[@Airick9073]

Cool Buick SUV

[@rahimi4762]

Maybe Acura version of Prelude maybe the CLX or maybe Acura is doing an EV coupe SUV and a 2 seater sports car with RSX badging like a Mustang

[@88omair]

Could have used the upcoming Prelude’s chassis to make a RSX coupe 😕

[@davegenet]

I like it. I’ll be looking for a BEV replacement for my 2016 RDX eventually. Glad they are not doing a glass roof. Like my sunroof. Rather not get a Tesla. Understand the angst on the name.

[@UrbanBDKNY]

I see a lot of similarities but the concept is def like “narrower” vertically. The roof area also is a huge diff w all glass up top Might look good w tints and bigger wheels as a production vehicle

[@Goku_Just_Sayin]

An Acura coupe would make sense, especially if Toyota starts churning out all of their sport coupes (MR2, Celica, etc.)

[@Timbuckley01]

Wishful thinking about a performance trim Prelude/Acura variant. They say you can wish in one hand and crap in the other and see which one fills up faster.

[@javierp5438]

Acura/Honda corporation doesn’t care about what anyone has to say on any forum or comment section like this one. They have 100% made up their minds on what they think consumers want or need and have it outlined into the distant future. They don’t listen that hybrids are in demand and EV demand isn’t as strong. If they’re gonna debut an EV let’s come out with something innovative like 700 mile range and charge time 10 minutes from 10%-100% full capacity. Nope! Let’s do 300 mile range every EV already has? The reality is they’re no longer innovative. Not bringing anything new or exciting to the table. Yes, they debut new products but with old tech and old engineering trying to make people believe it’s something new. Kirk, they invite you to all their new launches for what? Hoping you’re gonna sugar coat their all new exciting product? Speak the truth Kirk. Do they even want to hear it? Acura/Honda you’re never gonna be Tesla even though their product isn’t quality. Too many people already drank their kool-aid so forget about them and just go back to basics. ICE racing tech duh 🤦🏻‍♂️

[@blackwhirlwind1245]

700 miles of range plus 10-100% in 10 minutes 😂if other brands can’t do it why should Acura? Acura is already behind in the EV game, so they have to provide more EVs for buyer to consider the brand.

[@javierp5438]

That’s exactly my point. They lack innovation and there is solid state battery technology coming very soon will make every current EV obsolete. Used car EV values will plummet and what you got is an EV no one wants. Don’t ever buy an EV. If you must have one just lease it. Acura/Honda ICE tech is so dated they honestly don’t know what direction to take. Let’s wait and see approach is driving these 2 companies into a rabbit hole.

[@WaveManMike]

Acura has no idea what buyers actually want. They’ve been on a streak lately of announcing unexciting news.

[@KURUMA974]

This is a problem if the RSX is an SUV for short… Prelude should be the RSX. The RDX EV should be this… Acura/Honda what is that ?!!!

[@JayJay-he9bk]

Acura will do the opposite of what you are thinking

[@BRZguy]

I am so sick of these piece of shit companies giving us cars that no one asked for. Literally no one wants this. We have like endless decisions for SUV's enough already.

[@blackwhirlwind1245]

Not enough, I do want a true Acura EV SUV, well, ZDX is basically GM’s EV, this is 100% Acura EV SUV, who cares about sedan, most people just buy SUVs nowadays, just accept the reality.

[@BRZguy]

@@blackwhirlwind1245 No i won't accept it. They think they can win over enthusiasts by slapping the name of an iconic sports car on it as if that does anything. Most people think their lives are going to be a struggle if they don't drive a full size pick up truck or an SUV every day. They don't know what's actually good for them.

[@richardhammock2829]

Funny thing about the complaints about being called the RSX is that the RSX name was only used in NA for only one generation of the Integra so not much history. We have the Integra back now, so Acura probably saw no risk in giving the RSX name to a crossover

[@thetrumanshow4791]

A 315hp type S Integra coupe?!?! Yes please!

[@Dis2good]

It’s definitely not what i expected but i don’t mind the design. However, i do hope you’re right and they make an integra coupe. Acura needs a 2 door coupe. There IS a demand for it!

[@chezzyperson3339]

Yea I would outsell the 2 series by far

[@rahimi4762]

Maybe Acura version of Prelude maybe the CLX or maybe Acura is doing an EV coupe SUV and a 2 seater sports car with RSX badging like a Mustang. Maybe the Acura version of the Prelude is the RSX sports couple or name it the CLX

[@StealthNinjaX2]

so they doing what mitsubishi did with the eclipse

[@BpgaMusic]

i really hate manufacturers now making cars all look the same

[@loki_wolff]

Aww man I used to have an RSX. I hope the Acura brand fails

[@eg6gsr]

you know your rsx was a integra?

[@INAN12356]

Loosing the last bit of interest in new cars 😢

[@ifarhani]

It all comes down to price. If it's high, good luck. I'd bet it's not going to be as nice as the new model Y. Would like to be proven wrong tho.

[@lecruset]

How nice, an Acura Nissan Ariya lol.

[@xavierhuffman1406]

As a MDX owner, currently shopping around for a Model Y, this doesn’t peak my interest in the slightest. It’s saddens me to see what Acura is slowly evolving into.

[@rahimi4762]

Wait till the final product and u know they will have type s and PMC to come later

[@KirkKreifels]

Wait for the official details mate.

[@iana36s]

And the Tesla looks better!!

[@rahimi4762]

@ Acura needs a version of the Cybertruck called ALX but make it not as intrusive and more luxury. A top of line product with new NSX, ( using Armada platform for Too of line truck to compete with Escalade),new Legend with EV option

[@rahimi4762]

@ and a SLX. Bring back nameplate as Acura version of Passport that competes with luxury off road era from Lexus, Jeep and Land Rover/Range Rover. Have the back door be tall and open sideways. Standard with SHAWD

[@halfglassfull]

I miss my 93 Legend.

[@rileypart1]

Tbh, the ZDX should’ve been this design instead of partnership with GM.

[@1bigboy500]

Waiting for the top of line LEGEND EV SUV…

[@jamesiverson209]

It's almost like Honda is trying to kill the Acura nameplate.

[@paisleyplastic]

can't wait for the ev suv s2000 in 2027

[@fortheloveofnoise]

This means the new Prelude will come as an Acura as the Integra Coupe (most likely, could be wrong). Edit: You said it, lol.

[@Dis2good]

It’s the only thing that makes sense!

[@KUROSHURA]

Honda, let’s put a 420BHP V6 SHAWDY drive train in it

[@BreezyDoc1992]

The production model looks nothing like the prototype 😂😂😂😂 don't nobody want that ugly thing.

[@philbchrd]

what an epic failure from Acura ... so very sad ... Kirk, I like how optimistic you are for an integra coupe 2.0 6spd ... I'll believe it when I see it lol

[@lytatroan]

Oh boy, another mach e moment Why do car companies turn sports cars into SUVs We already have too many SUVs, I would've been fine with an RSX hot hatch because that's more enthusiast focused

[@ultrasummit]

This would be the second Acura brand to be brought to Honda Japan with its original name, following the failed MDX import back in early 2000s.

[@sheldonlamey7010]

I prefer the production version rather than the concept it looks more realistic and less like a Buick product.

[@mat13174]

I’d only be ok with this if they add the coupe back to the Integra lineup. If not then I don’t see how using the RSX name on an EV crossover makes any sense.

[@DIG_5050]

Honda bringing back all these old nameplates for a run, bring back the (I.C.E.) Element!

[@paulhenry913]

Where's the rdx replacement?. Could be bye bye

[@Splendid_Lad]

Just what everyone wanted, another weird looking crossover thing from Acura.

[@mike9588]

If this thing is only dual motor AWD, at most 480 HP, guessing acura will put 2 electric motors in the rear for 720 HP for a type S model? really hope this gets a multilink front suspension thats on par with like MLB EVO/ PPE in terms of refinement vs the tlx/ MDX double wishbone which just don’t ride as good as like a Q7/Q8 A5 etc

[@chrissetina1107]

ok. So its been named 'RSX' (shrugs). With that name, though, I'm expecting something that can go up against the Tesla Model 3 and Y pricewise. I wonder what's planned for the RDX, and will the TLX be continued? Lots going on. I'll say this - I like the taillights better. You can already see where all the black gloss will go along the bottom and wheel arches. It might not be so bad.

[@leeedens9497]

So, it's not an Acura version of the upcoming Honda Prelude, but an EV, and electric coupe CUV/SUV at that, the Acura RSX is coming back (ok), so, the Acura brand will have the ADX (subcompact - CUV), guessing the new-gen RSX EV (will be roughly the size of the RDX, but coupe styling), the RDX (a compact CUV), the MDX (a midsize + CUV), the ZDX EV (a large midsize SUV), the Integra and TLX, so, 5 CUVs/SUVs and 2 car lineup, it seems very brand is slowly becoming a CUV/SUV brand, Jeep and Land Rover welcome you

[@m1lkb0xx]

just me, I don't mind this, just because to me an SUV is really just a point a to b, safety, and comfort vehicle. If I'm going electric it might as well be an SUV, "Performance" suvs are cringe AF. We've all experienced that one co worker who says they got a Porsche, and they invite 4 of your friends to grab lunch, you get skeptical because you are thinking 911, how are we going to fit? you get to the parking lot it's just a 06 cayenne.

[@rosslonewolf]

Glad you're back Kirk! We definitely missed ya!

[@dastunnat3876]

Acura saw Mitsubishi used the Eclipse name for the crossover and thought that was a good idea.

[@NaruSanavai]

I just don't understand these name resurrections. If you wanted to revive a name, why not call _this_ the Passport? Some of those were two-door SUVs. Boom, easy; recognizable namesake, fits the previous models' vehicle type. Like, this doesn't look bad, but an RSX, it isn't.

[@jamesaron1967]

Well, so much about the theory it's an Acura rebadged Prelude...

[@KSwapTheWorld69]

Honda has some things they just NEED to get right...

[@yojoe4830]

The name is immaterial...it's a good looking EV, and if it gets near 300 miles or more, it'll sell well. Why do folks cry about a name? Kirk, what are your thoughts on Nissan in the Honda mix? Maybe Nissan gets us an exciting "Accord" named "Maxima" and they get the larger EVs?

[@carsonvong132]

The disrespect of the iconic rsx 😭

[@eg6gsr]

I would really and truly like to know what "fans" are so upset about? The rsx just now has it's original name back so the name would never be brought back as ANYTHING you'd want it to be

[@stephenwierzbicki4463]

Kirk, How about a 2025 Acura NSX?😮😊

[@J.losangeles323]

Not surprised. Toyota please don’t do this to the coming Celica.

[@brettfleming5921]

The concept design is 🔥 but the actual camouflaged production thing looks like a BMW X4/X6 from 10 years ago…I bet It probably leases well but nobody will buy it.

[@SmplyTCRS8.0]

Why? Why did the RSX nameplate have to be on an suv? That's like using the Eclipse name on the Eclipse Cross. It's just wrong, it's literally ruining the legacy of the nameplate. The Mustang Mach E is an exception in my opinion because Ford still makes the normal Mustang along side it.

[@KirkKreifels]

I think Acura is making an Integra coupe in 2026.

[@SmplyTCRS8.0]

​@@KirkKreifelsI hope so.

[@TheBreakfastLover]

​@@KirkKreifelshopefully Acura anticipated the backlash and will announce an Integra coupe shortly

[@theholt2ic219]

@@KirkKreifels and integra coupe seems like it to me but it will be hybrid so it will still make some not happy

[@John-kx3ng]

That would totally Rock!

[@mcandrewdufanal]

Bruh what is this. They expect us to call this an RSX? slap in the face for RSX owners

[@michaelvella8511]

Is this smaler in size then the RDX ??

[@FeLiX13sLaVe]

I would guess slightly longer. Perhaps 189"

[@KirkKreifels]

I would say it will be similar in size to RDX

[@FeLiX13sLaVe]

@@KirkKreifels speaking of, I wonder if we will get an RDX EV that is identical to this fore of the B pillar but more traditionally shaped at the rear.