Red-CL

As long as the replacemnet for the CL is AWD I'll be happy.

goldmemberer

That would make for some great time.

03typeS6spd

wow, great news...

gavriil

I disagree about the Accord. The Accord with the 240HP V6 can easily get it.

Also, if they put the 2.4 liter in the RSX, then it has the torque to receive AWD.

srika

I would love to see a 450hp Civic with this SH-AWD system. Then, maybe a 600hp Accord also with SH-AWD. k thanks bye

Minch00

Wow that's a rediculous amount of power to expect from the factory......much less from a Honda factory.

GreenMonster

Gavriil, what's the USDM version of the Legend ?? I'm assuming the Legend is the JDM name...

Slimey

RL

GreenMonster

Thanks, Mr. Slimey. I thought that's what it was, but wasn't 100% sure. I don't keep up with the JDM stuff...

Loseit

iTrader: (1)

I think a TSX with this system and and some more juice would be HOT HOT HOT!!! Small(er) 4 door with lots of go and grip....look out A4!!!

AcuraFan

Nah, that would be lame.

"...look out S4!!!" Now that's what I'm talkin' about!

srika

how about a TL SH-AWD with 950hp and some NAWS

sorry, I'll stop now.

einsatz

I really don't think it makes sense putting it in the TSX. It handles pretty damn well for what it is and the price range it's in. And it sure as hell isn't for off-the-line traction
It would be sweet on the TL and a CL replacement assuming it'll have at least the 270 HP & weight of the TL.

cusdaddy

I guess it would be a nice addition, but I still feel not totally necessary. The 3.0L in the Accord doesn't produce massive amounts of torque, and torque steer isn't a problem, so it's not as necessary.

If the car was RWD, then I'd gladly get it in AWD form.

gavriil

The Legend is the name of the RL in Europe. I think they use it in Japan as well, but not totally sure. Again, Acura does not exist outside the USA and Canada.

gavriil

I agree.

TypeS_boi

as stated i Fast n Funny, err I meen Furious "....this will decimate all..." Well, prob not but very exciting. Can't wait! for next coupe w/ awd

Nashua_Night_Hawk

This news wll make me hold off buying an 04 TL in favor of a one with SH-AWD!

gavriil

Yeap. I am certain we'll see an AWD TL now. I wonder what will happen to the engine though. I would not be surpirsed to see a bump to 3.5 liters for the AWD TL. Maybe not the first year but later...

Shawn S

I would still rather see a 2-Door RL with 4WD.
I prefer my next car to be built in Japan or Europe.

The 04 TL guys are experiencing all the same rattles & quality issues that the Gen II CL is infamous for.

nandowong

2dr rl :wackit:

fender4

diesel engines Bring these things here 76 mpg in a accord,,, geeee I wonder if it'll sell

GreenMonster

Europe ?? I guess that bmw test drive got ya' thinking

I'm thinking the same way. I'll definitely be looking at the country of assembly on the next car I buy.

Shawn S

Nope....Not me

provench

I guess what I don't get is how Acura/Honda are going to play the IMA vs. the SH-AWD setup. What do you guys think? Like for the TSX ... it most certainly would need mo powa to go AWD (tuuuurrbo Acura ... not likely). Pretty sure if an IMA TSX comes out on '06 ... I might "upgrade" :thumsup:

STL

Acura: http://www.vtec.net/news/news-item?news_item_id=265399

Honda: http://www.vtec.net/news/news-item?news_item_id=265410

biker

We'll see lots of these kinds of posts. :padlock:

DEI99662

Honda's US website has been updated with:

2005 Honda Accord Sedan and Coupe
2005 Civic Coupe, Hybrid, Sedan, Si

iamhomin

Interesting.

STL

You're probably right, but since this is the first one (that details the official press releases) why lock it? It would seem more appropriate to lock any reposts.

dom

justinjsw

The Official info with links was posted in the RL sticky thread Pg 4/post 100 bottom section.

But we can keep this thread going with non 05 RL/TSX info

dom

Oh.

But I think this info deserves its own thread. Afterall who would search an RL thread for 05 changes.

justinjsw

You are right thats why I edited my post.

dom

Ya, I had thought you edited.

Now is there any OTHER 05 info you can share with us oh enlightened one?

justinjsw

Man, its always what have you done for me lately with you guys...spoiled!

Isn't it bad enough you guys are already more informed then 99.9999998% of the sales force.

dom

Justin, were there Honda's at that Chicago thing, or only Acura's?

I'm interested to see what the 05 CR-V looks like.

Newplay1

Go honda! Now they are bully'ing other manu to get moving.... make some updates and tweaks...

justinjsw

Acuras only

Dan Martin

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