Because of its solid and comfortable everyday driver demeanor, buyers of the new 2009 Acura TSX will probably opt for the five-speed automatic transmission, for ease of driving in traffic and urban settings. And that's unfortunate, because to appreciate Honda's capability to build truly efficient engines that deliver both economy and power, you just need to get the six-speed manual transmission.

Our TSX came with the manual transmission, and it made... // CNET News

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The good: The 2009 Acura TSX adds to the impressive tech roster of previous versions with a traffic-avoiding navigation system, iPod integration, Bluetooth streaming, and weather reports. Its engine delivers economy and power when coupled with the brilliant close shifting manual transmission.

The bad: The tech interface remains messy in the Acura, with a sea of buttons on the instrument panel. Map resolution is mediocre compared with current offerings.

The bottom line: Although none of its cabin tech is over-the-top, the 2009 Acura TSX offers a complete roster of useful in-dash gadgets. Its enjoyable driving characteristics make it a great driver in a variety of situations, from commute traffic to road trips.

Audio sources include a six disc in-dash changer that reads MP3 CDs and DVD... // CNET Reviews