Acura TSX Sport Wagon Brings Winter Driving Relief to Massachusetts

PEABODY, MA (01/18/2011)(readMedia)-- As the lines continue to blur between SUVs, wagons and sedans, car shoppers looking for all-weather stability, cargo space and fuel economy can find clarity in the new Acura TSX Sport Wagon. Building on the performance, style and luxurious interior of the popular Acura TSX sedan, the TSX Sport Wagon adds stability and an abundance of cargo room, making it the perfect tool to help families cope with a long and variable Massachusetts winter.

The TSX Sport Wagon offers a more nimble, fuel-efficient alternative for sports utility shoppers, delivering 30 mpg/highway and 22 mpg/city, as well as more cargo space than many of its competitors. The low lift-over height makes it easy to access this cargo space, while a high-rigidity rear body structure with a special hoop-style cross section provides extra protection for passengers. The TSX Sport Wagon's length and electronic stability control help to keep it on a steady track, whether it is on an icy city street or a snow-covered, unpaved mountain road.

"The TSX Sport Wagon essentially takes the best features from three different types of vehicles," said Joel Avery, general manager of Acura of Peabody, a Greater Boston Acura dealer. "It has the cargo space of an SUV, maneuverability and fuel economy that outperform other sports wagons and the comfort and innovative features of a luxury sedan."

Featuring a multi-configuration rear cargo area with up to 60.5 cubic feet of space, the Acura TSX Sport Wagon offers more storage room than the BMW 3 Series, the Audi A4 and some compact SUVs and crossovers. The vehicle's rear opening height of 28 inches makes loading and unloading simple and smooth, whether owners are packing groceries, skis, bicycles or surfboards.

When it arrives at Massachusetts Acura dealers this month, the TSX Sport Wagon will display the style and luxury features of the TSX sedan, including new user-friendly technologies like an LED-backlit navigation screen and improved navigation capabilities. Music fans can leave the MP3 player at home and load their music into an on-board 60 GB hard drive controlled by the driver's voice.

Acura's TSX line has proven popular with consumers, with year-over-year sales increasing by 55.7% in December, helping Acura grow overall 2010 sales by 27.2%. The TSX sedan has attracted the highest percentage of buyers under the age of 30 among luxury sedans, and continues to lead in volume among its segment, according to Global Insight. The addition of the TSX Sport Wagon provides an option for buyers who need family-size seating and storage but still want the sharper handling of a sedan.

"We are seeing the Sport Wagon attract new kinds of younger buyers, including the adventurous, outdoorsy types, as well as young families that need the space but simply can't see themselves in minivans or SUVs," Avery added. "While past generations may have viewed luxury strictly by the size or style of the vehicle, new drivers want luxury balanced with practicality and performance."

About Acura of Peabody:

From its new, state-of-the-art showroom on Route 114, Acura of Peabody continues the tradition of superior customer service that has made it a top destination for Massachusetts Acura sales, service and parts for more than a decade. They offer an extensive inventory of new and used Acura models, backed by a service center with the most customer loyalty in the Northeast. Visit their website at www.acuraofpeabody.com, like them on Facebook at www.facebook.com/acuraofpeabody, visit their Acura showroom and service center at 233 Andover Street, Peabody, MA, or call them at 888-825-7965.