I've been doing low RPM cruising with my new 2016 Advanced. The owner's manual cautions that one should stay out of the VTEC Zone for the first 600 miles. So, I have.

The torque on this motor is wonderful. It pulls well at

 

its the same engine that can be found in any other acura's.

its the transmission with its closer gear ratios thats providing the lower grunt.
enjoy in great health!