When did they stop making the RSX?
The Acura RSX stopped production after the 2006 model year; the final RSX models were built in 2006.
Overview of the RSX
The RSX was Acura’s North American version of the Honda Integra, positioned as a compact sports coupe. It launched in 2002 with two main trims—the base RSX and the sportier RSX Type-S—and remained in production until 2006. There was no direct successor in Acura’s lineup at the time, leaving a gap in the brand’s compact sport segment.
Production timeline
Key milestones in the RSX's production run are summarized below.
- 2002: RSX launches in North America as the successor to the Integra, offered in base and RSX Type-S trims.
- 2003–2005: RSX remains in production with two trims; availability and features evolve as the model ages.
- 2006: Final model year; production ends in 2006, marking the end of the RSX’s run.
The end of production in 2006 left Acura without a direct, in-house replacement in the compact sport segment for several years.
Market context and replacement options
Was there a direct replacement?
There was no model-for-model replacement for the RSX in Acura’s lineup. The brand later shifted focus to other platforms, and enthusiasts often looked to alternatives such as the Honda Civic Si hatchback or other sportier offerings from different automakers. The RSX remains a well-regarded used-car choice among fans of early-2000s performance coupes.
Summary
In brief, the RSX was produced from 2002 through 2006, with 2006 marking the final year of production. There was no immediate Acura replacement for the RSX at the time, and the model continues to be remembered as a popular choice among enthusiasts in the used-car market.
