Trim Report

Acura RSX Type-S2005

Includes:RSX|Type-S
$7,000
Starting From
15
Active Listings
—
Avg Mileage

Sourced from 15 active dealer listings as of

Min $7,000
Max $29,990
From $7,000
Fresh

Type-S Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$4,499
$4K–$25K
2 listings125,000 avg miles
Type-S
From$7,000
15 listings|$7K–$30K

2005 Acura RSX Type-S Pricing

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Where to Find Acura RSX Type-S

Location data for all 2005 Acura RSX trims combined

13States

If you're near Illinois, you're in luck: 19% of listings are there. But with 13 states represented, there's likely one near you too.

Acura RSX Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2005 Acura RSX trims

Low Concern

Federal safety data shows 0 recalls and 32 complaints for the 2005 Acura RSX, a low safety profile overall. Check the known issues section below for the most common problem areas.

0
Recalls
32
Complaints
3
Crashes
0
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Of 32 issues reported over 1 model years, suspension problems are the most common for the 2005 Acura RSX. A pre-purchase inspection should focus here first.

01Suspension12
02Unknown Or Other3
03Air Bags3
04Visibility3
05Tires2
32 total across 1 model years (2005–2005)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Acura RSX Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2005 Acura RSX trims

23–26mpg combined
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20-24city
·
28-31hwy
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$1,700-$2,500/yr

The 2005 Acura RSX delivers 23 to 26 MPG combined across 3 powertrain combinations. If fuel cost matters to you, pay attention to engine and drivetrain. The spread is significant.

By Trim
RSX - Manual 5-spd
26mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
24 city31 hwy~$1,700/yr-1/10 Poor
RSX - Automatic (S5)
25mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
22 city31 hwy~$1,750/yr-1/10 Poor
RSX - Manual 6-spd
23mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
20 city28 hwy~$2,500/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Type-S Trim Buyer Questions

What to know about the 2005 Acura RSX Type-S

How does the Type-S compare to other Acura RSX trims?

The Type-S occupies a distinct position in the Acura RSX range. See how it stacks up on the 2005 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2005 Acura RSX Type-S?

Maintenance costs for the Type-S align with the broader Acura RSX ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The most-reported issue area is suspension. Check the 2005 Acura RSX page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Acura RSX Type-S?

For the Type-S, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the Acura RSX buyer's guide.

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