A woman's review -- I've fallen in love with a car again!

Author's Rating:

Pros: Comfy seats, great stereo, fun to drive.

Cons: Flat trunk -- no side hooks or wells to hold grocery bags or small items.

The Bottom Line: 
I'd recommend this car for anyone who is looking for a car to satisfy their desire for a fun car with all the bells and whistles.

Author's Review
This 56-year-old baby boomer reviewer just purchased a 2006 Acura TSX -- and after owning two Toyota Camrys (1993 and 2002), it was just the exciting shot in the arm that I needed! I haven't had this much fun with a car since my 1973 Super Beetle!
I researched many vehicles on the internet before test-driving the TSX -- incidentally, I also test-drove a 2006 Camry, along with an Avalon, before I checked out the TSX. The Toyota products were very nice, and comfortable, but I just didn't get the "rush" I got when I sat in the TSX.
The TSX had me hooked from the get-go -- the glove-soft leather seats with so many choices of adjustments had me comfortable within seconds of sitting down. Then, the stereo blew me away -- such AMAZING sound! Being a music lover, that was on the top of my list of important things in a car. The built-in XM radio was a huge plus, as that's something that was important to me.
And all of the standard features -- moonroof, cruise control, dual a/c temperature controls, floor mats, ABS, etc. -- were all included in the base price. I opted out of the only available option, the $2,000 navigation system, because I do mostly local driving, and Mapquest works just fine for me.
It's not a big car -- certainly a good bit smaller than my 2002 Camry -- but the size difference really doesn't bother me. I feel very comfortable and safe while driving and while inside the car.
It's a pleasure to drive -- it feels like it can turn, and stop, on a dime. The ride is tight, yet smooth, and it's quiet inside the car -- you don't have to crank up the stereo too loud to hear it unless you want to -- and I've done that lots of times, too!
And the Bluetooth connection -- wow -- once you get used to "Hands-Free" cell phone conversations while you're in the car, you'll never want to hold a cell phone while you're driving again. It's great to not have to search for your cell phone if it rings while you're driving -- and really neat to tell the Hands-Free to call whatever name or number you want, without having to punch buttons on a cell phone!
The Hands-Free option is turned on by pushing a button on the steering wheel -- the voice you select (male or female) guides you through whatever steps are needed for setup, and then to make calls. Incoming calls are announced by a ring or a voice. You control the volume of the call by the volume control on the stereo -- the stereo turns off while you're on the Hands-Free -- sound comes through the front speakers. It's amazing!
To wrap things up, if you're looking for a fun car to drive, seriously consider the TSX. This hasn't been a "scientific" review, I know, but I'm writing for those of us in the Boomer Bracket who are looking for a car that won't bust the budget and will bring back the enjoyment of driving!