Colin

I've updated my blog with new RDX information, the various magazine reviews, and the new offical release date: August 10th.

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dipkat

Thanks for the PDF's of the articles from the 3 mags. You just saved me $12 in magazine expenses . I noted something interesting in the Motortrend article, and to quote:

" The five-speed is quick to respond
when enthusiastically run through the gears
(paddles or stick), and the separation
between normal and sport modes are two
distinct personalities."

Does this mean that you can down/up shift the gears using the 'stick' when in the 'Sport' mode (like a conventional auto-stick)? I was under the assumption that when in 'Sport' mode, the only way to shift gears is to use the paddles. If the latter is the case then my disappointment on this particular setup would be justified. All RDX pics that I have seen so far do not show the ability to shift up/down using the 'stick'.

rmralston

Colin,

Great work on staying out in front with the updated information. I'd like to post a link on my own site with your permission. Also, I'm planning on producing vehicle walk-around videos and I was wondering if you had some tips on editing software. Lastly, I made the move to Acura of Cleveland and took over the ISM position. So I may be picking your brain more often.

Regards,
Rob Ralston
www.robsellsacura.com

Colin

In the RL you can choose either to shift. IMO, I'd prefer the stick vs. paddle shifters since the gearshift never moves around (like the steering wheel).

Rob, linking is not a problem, but I'll probably remove the magazine reviews after a while.

smak01

Looks like Car & Driver and Road & Track think we should see the RDX near the end of this month. MT says August.

Colin, where did you get your offical on sale date from?

Colin

All the mags wrote those articles 2 1/2 months ago. The change in date happened within the last few weeks. My information comes from the Acura dealer network and an official in Acura. I doubt this is highly sensative information, but I'm not posting sources on the web for all to see. You'll just have to trust me.

CGTSX2004

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Thanks for the info, Colin.

phile

So who developed the turbo with Honda? The Edmunds first drive says Mitsubishi, the C&D article says Aisin.

Motohip

What's Aisin? You mean Asians?

jaobrien6

Aisin is an auto parts company, mostly known for their transmissions.

hondamore

Another big THANKS to Colin for the info and a renewed thanks for sharing your expertise on so many issues.

2skipowder

There is some good new info posted 06/16/2006 at http://www.hondanews.com/CatID3088

Releases
Turbocharged 2007 Acura RDX Blends Style, Luxury, Utility and Super Handling All-Wheel Drive(TM) (SH-AWD(TM)) in a Technologically Advanced Vehicle
06/16/2006 -- The sport-luxury SUV marketplace is in an exciting state of evolution. With the arrival of Acura's new RDX 5-passenger Entry Premium SUV, this emerging market segment gets a ...

2007 RDX - Introduction
06/16/2006 -- Overview For 2007, a completely new Sport Utility Vehicle joins the growing Acura product line. The RDX is an advanced 5-passenger Entry Premium SUV ...

2007 RDX - Powertrain
06/16/2006 -- Overview Acura's new RDX shares much in concept with the TSX. Though one is an SUV and the other is a sports sedan, both vehicles are ...

2007 RDX - Body & Chassis
06/16/2006 -- Overview The RDX is a fusion of SUV functionality and sports sedan handling. Together in one package, these qualities create Acura's first urban ...

It totals some 20 pages and has some good techincal details on the SH-AWD and other good stuff.

Colin

Actually, I think I've had these data sheets for some time but forgot to put them up I did like this part I found in the Safety section, it seems to be an Acura first:

Active Head Restraints

The RDX fronts seats incorporate innovative front seat active head restraints that help minimize the potential for neck injury from rear-end collisions. In the event of such a collision, the occupant's body is pushed against the seatback. The pressure to the seatback is then transmitted mechanically from the lumbar plate via links that push the head restraint upward and forward to (reduce the gap between the occupant's head and seat head restraint) comparatively reducing the forces acting on the head, neck and spine at the time of the collision. This ability to help manage rear collision forces is a key component to reduce whiplash injuries. Active head restraints are standard on the Acura RDX but are unavailable on the BMW X3.

CGTSX2004

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I love how they threw in the little dig at the X3.