- Newest year: 2006
- Gas
- Small cars
- Same as 2005
2002-2006 Acura RSX MPG & Fuel Cost
5 model years · 23–26 MPG combined
15,000 mi/yr · regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026)
Cheaper to fuel than 9 of 10 small car configurations, MY2006. Ranked against all rated configurations, not sales-weighted.
2002-2006 Acura RSX at a glance
The 2002-2006 Acura RSX covers 5 model years in the EPA database (15 configurations in all), rated 23–26 MPG combined. The newest model year, 2006, costs about $2,510 a year to fuel for its most efficient version, the RSX 2.0L 4-cyl FWD (26 MPG), at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026). EPA changed the ratings in 2003, 2004 and 2005; 2006 repeat the values of the year before.
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
2002-2006 Acura RSX by model year
| Model year | Powertrains | Combined | $/yr | EPA ratings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Gas | 23–26 MPG | $2,510–$3,490 | Same EPA ratings as 2005 |
| 2005 | Gas | 23–26 MPG | $2,510–$3,490 | Ratings changed |
| 2004 | Gas | 24–26 MPG | $2,510–$3,350 | Ratings changed |
| 2003 | Gas | 24–26 MPG | $2,510–$3,350 | Ratings changed |
| 2002 | Gas | 24–26 MPG | $2,510–$3,350 | First year |
What the 2006 RSX 2.0L 4-cyl FWD costs to drive
Per month
$209
$2,510 a year ÷ 12
Per 25 miles
$4.18
Per 100 miles
$16.73
Five years
$12,550
5 × the yearly cost, prices held at today's level
vs the small car median
$1,140less a year
Class median $3,650 a year, MY2006
Based on 15,000 miles a year and regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2006 Acura RSX MPG
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
EPA lists the same ratings for the 2006 Acura RSX as for the 2005 model, so the configurations and costs are the ones in the 2005 section above.See 2005
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RSX 2.0L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl | FWD | 24 | 31 | 26 | $2,510 |
| RSX 2.0L 4-cyl FWD Automatic (S5) | 2.0L 4-cyl | FWD | 22 | 31 | 25 | $2,610 |
| RSX 2.0L 4-cyl FWD Manual 6-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl | FWD | 20 | 28 | 23 | $3,490 |
1 configuration requires or recommends higher-octane gasoline and is costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2005 Acura RSX MPG
23–26 MPG · $2,510–$3,490/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2004: The most efficient configuration stays at 26 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,510.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RSX 2.0L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl | FWD | 24 | 31 | 26 | $2,510 |
| RSX 2.0L 4-cyl FWD Automatic (S5) | 2.0L 4-cyl | FWD | 22 | 31 | 25 | $2,610 |
| RSX 2.0L 4-cyl FWD Manual 6-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl | FWD | 20 | 28 | 23 | $3,490 |
1 configuration requires or recommends higher-octane gasoline and is costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2004 Acura RSX MPG
24–26 MPG · $2,510–$3,350/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2003: The most efficient configuration stays at 26 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,510.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RSX 2.0L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl | FWD | 24 | 30 | 26 | $2,510 |
| RSX 2.0L 4-cyl FWD Automatic (S5) | 2.0L 4-cyl | FWD | 22 | 31 | 25 | $2,610 |
| RSX 2.0L 4-cyl FWD Manual 6-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl | FWD | 21 | 28 | 24 | $3,350 |
1 configuration requires or recommends higher-octane gasoline and is costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2003 Acura RSX MPG
24–26 MPG · $2,510–$3,350/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Versus 2002: The most efficient configuration stays at 26 MPG. Its annual cost stays at $2,510.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RSX 2.0L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl | FWD | 24 | 30 | 26 | $2,510 |
| RSX 2.0L 4-cyl FWD Automatic (S5) | 2.0L 4-cyl | FWD | 21 | 30 | 25 | $2,610 |
| RSX 2.0L 4-cyl FWD Manual 6-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl | FWD | 21 | 28 | 24 | $3,350 |
1 configuration requires or recommends higher-octane gasoline and is costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
2002 Acura RSX MPG
24–26 MPG · $2,510–$3,350/yr
EPA re-estimated ratings of 1985-2007 vehicles under its 2008 method; these figures are the re-estimated values.
Gas configurations (3)
| Trim | Engine | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | $/yr |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| RSX 2.0L 4-cyl FWD Manual 5-spd (Most efficient) | 2.0L 4-cyl | FWD | 23 | 30 | 26 | $2,510 |
| RSX 2.0L 4-cyl FWD Automatic (S5) | 2.0L 4-cyl | FWD | 21 | 30 | 24 | $2,720 |
| RSX 2.0L 4-cyl FWD Manual 6-spd | 2.0L 4-cyl | FWD | 21 | 28 | 24 | $3,350 |
1 configuration requires or recommends higher-octane gasoline and is costed at premium gasoline $5.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026).
Fuel cost by state
Yearly cost of the RSX 2.0L 4-cyl FWD: $3,420 in California and $2,190 in Texas, a $1,230 difference.
- California $3,420
- Washington $3,170
- New York $2,510
- Florida $2,370
- Texas $2,190
Similar cars
Closest combined MPG among MY2006 small car models.
Generations
- 2002-2006
Frequently asked questions
What gas mileage does the 2002-2006 Acura RSX get?
EPA rates the 2002-2006 Acura RSX at 23–26 MPG combined across 15 configurations and 5 model years. The most efficient version, the 2006 RSX 2.0L 4-cyl FWD, is rated 26 MPG (24 city, 31 highway).
Which years had the best MPG in the 2002-2006 Acura RSX?
Every model year of the 2002-2006 Acura RSX tops out at 26 MPG combined, so no year is better than another.
Did EPA ratings change during the 2002-2006 Acura RSX?
Yes. Ratings changed in 2003, 2004 and 2005. In 2006 the values repeat the year before.
How much does it cost to fuel a 2006 Acura RSX per year?
Driving 15,000 miles a year at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), the RSX 2.0L 4-cyl FWD costs about $2,510 a year. Across all 3 configurations the cost runs $2,510–$3,490 a year. That is a $980 difference between the cheapest and the costliest configuration.
How much does it cost to drive a 2006 Acura RSX 100 miles?
About $16.73 per 100 miles for the RSX 2.0L 4-cyl FWD at regular gasoline $4.36/gal (U.S. average, Sep 2026), and between $16.73 and $23.27 across all configurations. That is the annual cost over 15,000 miles divided by 150.
Is the 2006 Acura RSX more efficient in the city or on the highway?
The RSX 2.0L 4-cyl FWD is rated 24 city and 31 highway MPG, so it is more efficient on the highway, by 7 MPG.
How does the 2006 Acura RSX compare with other small car configurations?
The RSX 2.0L 4-cyl FWD costs about $2,510 a year to fuel, $1,140 less than the class median of $3,650, and less than 9 of 10 small car configurations. The comparison covers all 286 rated small car configurations for MY2006, not weighted by sales.
Is the 2006 Acura RSX different from the 2005 model?
No. EPA lists the same ratings for 2005 and 2006: 3 configurations rated 23–26 MPG combined. See the 2005 Acura RSX for that year.