Despite the sharp new alloy wheels, slightly lower stance and nearly seamless rear spoiler, our editors have mixed views on the RSX’s updated styling, but none had any major complaints. Comments ranged from “I still say you’d lose it in a parking lot,” to “Would you rather it looked like the Eclipse?” Understated as the 2005 Acura RSX may be, it continues to be an attractive vehicle, made all the better with a few updates.

Problems with exterior build quality are rarely an issue with the Acura vehicles we test, and this example was pretty much on par. We noticed a slightly misaligned rear hatch and front windshield moldings that were a little loose, but otherwise the body panels, lights, and molding all fit tightly together.