After making a bad first impression, the new Acura TSX wormed its way into the nearly agreeable category.
Acura, Honda's upscale brand, widened and lengthened the TSX, which is loosely based on the European-market Honda Accord (a different, slightly smaller car than the U.S. Accord), making it truly midsize and more comfortable, though still short on rear-seat knee room.
Steering was a big minus in the loaded test car. That could be a deal-breaker for some, especially in a sports sedan where all controls should be excellent. Trying to broaden the car's appeal, Acura has fussed with the steering until it's a bit too boosted at lower speed and has little on-center feel at highway speed, forcing you to make little steering motions constantly to keep the car in its lane.