Honda Jap web site now shows both k24 wagon and saloon with 147kw. Maybe there has been a change.
The 06 JDM Accord did not receive the TSX power increase - so it isn't always the case of keeping the best for Japan and it might suggest JDM is a different engine (ie k24a3). Much of the specs for the JDM accord are the same as the Euro - eg 4.4 final drive vs TSX 4.7.
I need convincing the JDM accord is K24a2 - I think it was a special project for the US market in the form of the TSX.
You mention the US being in the same boat as us re not getting the best models - I think we are in a worse position. There are some really nice Acura models here - as well as the incredibly beautiful Civic Si (see this) with 197hp, LSD, etc. Looking at one on the roads recently in the US and I was impressed!
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