2016 RDX Tech package worth it?
01-17-2016, 10:48 AM
#41
Not sure if this is response to my post - sorry if not. My initial screen only excluded VW as a car company (long story). The CR-V screened out because they don't offer an engine with sufficient horsepower to pull my trailer, and the Pilot is too big to fit in my garage.
01-17-2016, 11:14 AM
#42
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Not sure if you are directing your question at me. Yes, I looked at the CRV. Three things swayed me to the RDX:
1. Coming out of a 3.5L six in the Mercedes E350, I was concerned that I would not be happy with the CRV's 4 cyl engine.
2. I'm leery of the CRV's CVT. I'd like to see it get a couple years' on it before I would commit to it.
3. I've been buying Hondas from the same salesman since 1982. He is now the Asst Sales Manager at the local Acura dealer. And buying the RDX from him was a very pleasant experience.
1. Coming out of a 3.5L six in the Mercedes E350, I was concerned that I would not be happy with the CRV's 4 cyl engine.
2. I'm leery of the CRV's CVT. I'd like to see it get a couple years' on it before I would commit to it.
3. I've been buying Hondas from the same salesman since 1982. He is now the Asst Sales Manager at the local Acura dealer. And buying the RDX from him was a very pleasant experience.
01-17-2016, 10:22 PM
#43
Informative thread on the exact topic I'm interested in. I've settled on the RDX as the best value in the small/mid-size SUV that meets my particular needs. This will be a ski car in the winter and a road trip car in the summer, sometimes pulling a 1,500 lb. trailer, so a 4-banger isn't an option and a V6 preferred over a turbo. Choices are limited, most requiring the addition of multiple trim levels. For example, to get leather in a Mercedes GLC, you need to add 2 trim "bundles" costing $3,220, including ambient interior lighting and illuminated front door sills. Turns out that to spec out the Mercedes GLC to meet what I consider to be modest needs would add 40% to the cost of the base model. Much the same for the Audi and Lexus.
The point here is that when compared to other car companies, Acura's trim packages really seem to be a good value - with accessories whose value may not be apparent until the owner puts them to use. So, thanks to all of you. I will upgrade to the tech package with a no-regrets attitude, and based on your feedback, I'll expect to be surprised how much I like some of the new options.
The point here is that when compared to other car companies, Acura's trim packages really seem to be a good value - with accessories whose value may not be apparent until the owner puts them to use. So, thanks to all of you. I will upgrade to the tech package with a no-regrets attitude, and based on your feedback, I'll expect to be surprised how much I like some of the new options.
01-18-2016, 07:28 AM
#44
Subaru is a good mass market vehicle with excellent redeeming qualities, but not considered (or even feel like) a true luxury vehicle. Counting the features list doesn't tell you the full story. For that matter, Hyundais and Kia's also have plenty of standard features sometimes even out matching the premium cars. That doesn't make them better than a Mercedes.
Last edited by Comfy; 01-18-2016 at 07:37 AM.
01-18-2016, 09:15 PM
#45
Spotty dog was considering a Mercedes and you are suggesting him to buy a Subaru. Come on .......Okay Acura isn't Mercedes quality either but I'm guessing it would be the lowest premium vehicle he may want to settle in.
Subaru is a good mass market vehicle with excellent redeeming qualities, but not considered (or even feel like) a true luxury vehicle. Counting the features list doesn't tell you the full story. For that matter, Hyundais and Kia's also have plenty of standard features sometimes even out matching the premium cars. That doesn't make them better than a Mercedes.
Subaru is a good mass market vehicle with excellent redeeming qualities, but not considered (or even feel like) a true luxury vehicle. Counting the features list doesn't tell you the full story. For that matter, Hyundais and Kia's also have plenty of standard features sometimes even out matching the premium cars. That doesn't make them better than a Mercedes.
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