2002 Acura RSX Speaker Sizes
The 2002 Acura RSX factory audio system features dashboard and front door panel locations that accommodate 1.5 inch speakers, while cargo area locations support a 10 inch speaker size. Furthermore, front door panel and rear side panel locations accept 6.5 inch speakers. Compatible speaker types for a system replacement and audio upgrade include tweeter, subwoofer, midbass, and full-range.
Specific details regarding locations, speaker sizes, and types are outlined in the compatibility chart.
| Location | Size | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cargo Area | 10 | Subwoofer |
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| Dashboard | 1.5 | Tweeter |
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| Front Door Panel | 1.5 | Tweeter |
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| Front Door Panel | 6.5 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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| Rear Side Panel | 6.5 | Midbass / Full-Range |
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2002 Acura RSX Speaker Replacement Summary
5
total positions
3
easy to replace
3
high priority
0
professional only
Replacement difficulty:
Low: 3 Medium: 2 High: 0Replacement priority:
High: 3 Medium: 1 Low: 12002 Acura RSX Radio Slot Size (DIN)
| DIN Type | Size (inch) | Size (mm) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Single DIN or Double DIN | 7"×2" or 7"×4" | 180×50 or 180×100 | Vehicle supports both radio sizes |
- Always measure the slot before purchasing a new radio
- Check slot depth - it may vary
Additional Notes
- The factory audio configuration in the 2002 Acura RSX separates frequency ranges across multiple speaker locations, with dedicated 1.5 inch tweeters positioned in both the dashboard and front door panels for high-frequency reproduction.
- Replacement priorities may differ based on listening preferences, though the front door panel 6.5 inch midbass or full-range speakers typically handle the majority of the frequency spectrum and could influence overall sound character more substantially than other locations.
- The dual tweeter locations in the front stage suggest the factory system attempted to create a broader soundstage, though aftermarket component speakers with separate crossovers might consolidate these functions differently.
- The 6.5 inch openings in both front doors and rear side panels accept either midbass drivers designed for use with separate tweeters or full-range speakers that reproduce a wider frequency range independently.
- A 10 inch subwoofer location in the cargo area provides low-frequency extension, though the acoustic environment of trunk or hatch areas can affect bass response depending on enclosure type and mounting method.
- The radio opening accepts both single DIN and double DIN head units, which affects touchscreen size options and feature availability when replacing the factory stereo in the 2002 Acura RSX.
- Upgrading the 6.5 inch locations with higher sensitivity speakers could increase output levels without amplifier additions, while component speaker systems might replace both the factory tweeters and larger drivers simultaneously.
- The tweeter size at 1.5 inches falls within a range where aftermarket options vary in dispersion characteristics and power handling, potentially affecting how high frequencies distribute throughout the cabin.