How much does the 2002 Acura RSX cost?

The 2002 Acura RSX has a starting MSRP of $19,950, ranging up to $23,170 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes Base from $19,950; Type-S from $23,170.

What is the fuel economy of the 2002 Acura RSX?

The 2002 Acura RSX achieves up to 26 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.

How much cargo space does the 2002 Acura RSX have?

The 2002 Acura RSX offers up to 17.8 cubic feet of cargo capacity, depending on trim and seating configuration.

Is the 2002 Acura RSX safe?

The 2002 Acura RSX earned an overall rating of Not Rated out of 5 stars in NHTSA crash testing.

How many trims does the 2002 Acura RSX come in?

The 2002 Acura RSX is available in 2 trims (5 total configurations) across Hatchback body styles with front wheel drive.

2002 Acura RSX

2 trims · 5 configurations · Hatchback

Starting MSRP

$19,950 – $23,170

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NHTSA safety

Not rated

Frontal (driver)★★★★★

Frontal (passenger)★★★★★

Side (driver)★★★★☆

Source: NHTSA

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Pricing

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MSRP by trim

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Purchase information

Based on Base

Total price (Base MSRP)

$19,950

Typical monthly

$395/mo

Avg. APR

7.00%

60-month loan estimate for good credit (rates as of 2026-08-23). Not a credit offer; actual APR varies by lender, credit, and dealer.

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Compare 2002 Acura RSX trims

Base
4 configurations
MSRP
$19,950 – $21,850
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
23/30
Horsepower
160 hp
Torque
141 lb-ft
Engine
2L I4 gas
Seating
4
Drivetrain
FWD
Cargo (cu ft)
17.8
Max towing
—
Type-S
MSRP
$23,170
Fuel economy (city/hwy)
21/28
Horsepower
200 hp
Torque
142 lb-ft
Engine
2L I4 gas
Seating
4
Drivetrain
FWD
Cargo (cu ft)
17.8
Max towing
—

Compare 2002 Acura RSX trim specifications
Spec	Base4 configurations	Type-S
MSRP	$19,950 – $21,850	$23,170
Fuel economy (city/hwy)	23/30	21/28
Horsepower	160 hp	200 hp
Torque	141 lb-ft	142 lb-ft
Engine	2L I4 gas	2L I4 gas
Seating	4	4
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Cargo (cu ft)	17.8	17.8
Max towing	—	—

Specifications shown for each trim’s base configuration; drivetrain, cab, and box options vary within a trim, and MSRP shows the full range. MSRP excludes destination fees, taxes, and dealer-installed options.

Full specifications

Shown for each trim's base configuration. Drivetrain, cab, and box options within a trim can change dimensions, capacities, and fuel economy.

Engine & drivetrain

Engine type: Basegas
Type-Sgas
Fuel type: Baseregular unleaded
Type-Spremium unleaded (required)
Cylinders: BaseI4
Type-SI4
Displacement: Base2 L
Type-S2 L
Horsepower: Base160 hp
Type-S200 hp
Torque: Base141 lb-ft
Type-S142 lb-ft
Transmission: Base5-speed manual
Type-S6-speed manual
Drivetrain: Basefront wheel drive
Type-Sfront wheel drive

Dimensions

Body type: BaseHatchback
Type-SHatchback
Doors: Base3
Type-S3
Seating: Base4
Type-S4
Length: Base172.2 in
Type-S172.2 in
Width: Base67.9 in
Type-S67.9 in
Height: Base55.1 in
Type-S55.1 in
Wheelbase: Base101.2 in
Type-S101.2 in
Ground clearance: Base6 in
Type-S5.9 in

Capacity & weight

Cargo capacity: Base17.8 cu ft
Type-S17.8 cu ft
Curb weight: Base2,694 lbs
Type-S2,766 lbs
Fuel tank: Base13.2 gal
Type-S13.2 gal

Fuel economy & EV

Combined MPG: Base26
Type-S24
City MPG: Base23
Type-S21
Highway MPG: Base30
Type-S28

Full specifications by trim
Spec	Base	Type-S
Engine & drivetrain
Engine type	gas	gas
Fuel type	regular unleaded	premium unleaded (required)
Cylinders	I4	I4
Displacement	2 L	2 L
Horsepower	160 hp	200 hp
Torque	141 lb-ft	142 lb-ft
Transmission	5-speed manual	6-speed manual
Drivetrain	front wheel drive	front wheel drive
Dimensions
Body type	Hatchback	Hatchback
Doors	3	3
Seating	4	4
Length	172.2 in	172.2 in
Width	67.9 in	67.9 in
Height	55.1 in	55.1 in
Wheelbase	101.2 in	101.2 in
Ground clearance	6 in	5.9 in
Capacity & weight
Cargo capacity	17.8 cu ft	17.8 cu ft
Curb weight	2,694 lbs	2,766 lbs
Fuel tank	13.2 gal	13.2 gal
Fuel economy & EV
Combined MPG	26	24
City MPG	23	21
Highway MPG	30	28

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2002 Acura RSX FAQ

How much does the 2002 Acura RSX cost?: The 2002 Acura RSX has a starting MSRP of $19,950, ranging up to $23,170 for the top trim. Trim pricing includes Base from $19,950; Type-S from $23,170.
What is the fuel economy of the 2002 Acura RSX?: The 2002 Acura RSX achieves up to 26 MPG combined (EPA estimate), depending on trim and configuration.
How much cargo space does the 2002 Acura RSX have?: The 2002 Acura RSX offers up to 17.8 cubic feet of cargo capacity, depending on trim and seating configuration.
Is the 2002 Acura RSX safe?: The 2002 Acura RSX earned an overall rating of Not Rated out of 5 stars in NHTSA crash testing.
How many trims does the 2002 Acura RSX come in?: The 2002 Acura RSX is available in 2 trims (5 total configurations) across Hatchback body styles with front wheel drive.