Versatile cargo area
At least, said split-folding rear seats make the cargo area more versatile. You can load cumbersome objects, some as long as 2.7 meters.

In the back, occupants get limited room for their legs and feet. In other words, the rear seats are better suited for children.

The interior is friendly with beautifully supportive seats. Appointed in a nice perforated leather upholstery, they wrap your body in a way that proves comfortable during long trips. What's more, these seats are heated and offer multiple power adjustments (8 for the driver, 4 for the front passenger).

In the back, well, occupants get limited room for their legs and feet, as is the case in the BMW 3-Series. In other words, the rear seats are better suited for children.

Powerful headlights
The high-intensity discharge (HID) headlights make nighttime driving particularly pleasant and safe. Their bright white beams are large and well defined... much to the displeasure of incoming drivers!

Rearward visibility is limited by the tall beltline and extremely high trunklid. On the sides, the small mirrors and fairly wide B-pillars further reduce visibility.

The dashboard of this Japanese-built sedan is as understated as the exterior. Fortunately, titanium-finished accents liven up the black & gray interior, while simulated wood-grained appliqués take care of the ivory interior.

The Navigation Package adds the Acura Navigation System with bilingual voice recognition and a 7.5-inch LCD screen. The latter is flanked by a pair of heating ducts and about 15 small buttons and knobs. Overall, this simplistic layout pales in comparison to the wicked dashboard of the new 2009 TSX.

The navigation screen becomes difficult to read under direct sunlight.