Acura: ZDX News
08-06-2008 | 10:24 AM
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Acura: ZDX News
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Although SUV sales are tanking, crossover utility vehicles are just coming into their own. Moreover, sport CUVs – such as Infiniti’s FX and BMW’s X6 – are becoming increasingly popular. Apparently Acura has caught onto this trend as spy photographers have spotted a new crossover from Honda’s luxury brand while out testing.
This still-unnamed prototype was spotted for the first time this week, and witnesses are speculating - contrary to the camouflaged disguise - that this will have so-called coupe-like styling, just like the aforementioned CUVs.
We believe this CUV may be riding on the same chassis as the 2009 TL. This would probably mean similar, if not identical, powertrain setups. More details are surely to follow soon, as daytime photos are inevitable.
It was reported earlier this week that Acura is planning to expand its lineup, and this new CUV could be just the first step in that plan.
This still-unnamed prototype was spotted for the first time this week, and witnesses are speculating - contrary to the camouflaged disguise - that this will have so-called coupe-like styling, just like the aforementioned CUVs.
We believe this CUV may be riding on the same chassis as the 2009 TL. This would probably mean similar, if not identical, powertrain setups. More details are surely to follow soon, as daytime photos are inevitable.
It was reported earlier this week that Acura is planning to expand its lineup, and this new CUV could be just the first step in that plan.
08-06-2008 | 11:41 AM
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Originally Posted by Moog-Type-S
So this is Acura's new "four-door-coupe" ?
Acura's version of the X6?
Acura's version of the X6?
See TSX69's post (#22)...
10-21-2008 | 07:46 AM
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Acura: ZDX news **First Drives & Official Press Release (page 22)**
Sporty Acura CUV Caught Testing Again
Acura confirmed recently a number of plans to expand its lineup with several all-new models in an attempt to compete with more established tier 1 luxury brands such as its German rivals, which currently offer full range lineups. The upmarket Honda label is limited to a handful of sedans and a pair of SUVs but the next couple of years will be very busy as the company prepares for the launch of a new coupe, a supercar, and according to these spy shots a new crossover as well.
The prototype for the upcoming sporty crossover was first spotted testing at night in California’s Death Valley back in August. The latest shots show the car during the day and reveal an extremely low roofline that starts to descend after the B-pillar. This gives it a coupe-like profile similar to BMW's X6, which will be one of its main rivals.
Acura is yet to reveal any specific details about a new crossover model, however the company’s vice president for corporate planning and logistics, Dan Bonawitz, confirmed recently that Acura’s first all-new model would be launched in 2010 and that it would be followed by the NSX-replacement later that same year.
This means the crossover could feature a V8 engine, which Acura plans to introduce within the next 18 months. The other engine option would likely include the current 3.7L V6. Honda’s Super-Handling AWD system would also likely come as standard.
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10-21-2008 | 12:24 PM
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I'm pretty sure crossovers sell more than entry level luxury coupes. That determines what direction Acura takes with their next vehicles.... they scraped by with V6s for as long as possible and when they realize that a V6 just won't cut it on the over $50k segment, they announce a V8. So they're just trying to take advantage of the market while they can.
10-21-2008 | 01:11 PM
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Quick chop work here: The results are clear....it's gonna have the ugly Acura Beak 
...and the beak is gonna be set far above the headlights once again (like the TL) instead of in line with them.
...and the beak is gonna be set far above the headlights once again (like the TL) instead of in line with them.
10-21-2008 | 01:15 PM
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Spy Shots: Acura’s X6 Rival Spotted Near the Nurburgring
Posted: October 21st, 2008
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It looks like more Acura models will be getting a V8 rather than just the flagship RL sedan. According to these latest spy shots by GlobalMotors.net, Acura is working on an X6 rival that should hit the markets by 2011. A prototype was spotted driving around the streets of the Nurburgring.
Sources say that Acura will fit its new V8 in the crossover that was recently confirmed for the Acura RL flagship. Rumor has it that the crossover will carry an ‘MSX badge.’
Head over to GlobalMotors.net for more shots.
Posted: October 21st, 2008
Buzz up! Filed under: Acura, Spy Shots/Renderings
It looks like more Acura models will be getting a V8 rather than just the flagship RL sedan. According to these latest spy shots by GlobalMotors.net, Acura is working on an X6 rival that should hit the markets by 2011. A prototype was spotted driving around the streets of the Nurburgring.
Sources say that Acura will fit its new V8 in the crossover that was recently confirmed for the Acura RL flagship. Rumor has it that the crossover will carry an ‘MSX badge.’
Head over to GlobalMotors.net for more shots.
i thought they just change the grills and thorw 'em back out on the lot
10-21-2008 | 01:36 PM
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...and their lettering designations are horrible."If" the "X" designates cross-over/SUV (MDX, RDX....MSX) then why is the small 4 door sedan called the TSX?!?!?
RL, TL.....TSX?!?!?
10-21-2008 | 04:19 PM
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Instead of bringing all this attention by such camouflage queens, they should just use current bodies to test future platforms (like the stretch TSX).
This X6 competitor just makes no sense - it's not like this segment will take off like the SUV fad.
10-22-2008 | 01:40 AM
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stupid either way.. but that's where acura is advancing very fast
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10-22-2008 | 07:22 AM
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