2019 Acura RDX will be the first Acura to have a full REDESIGN!!! Proto pics page 12
#322
Unlikely a V6 is in the offing. Honda can spread the development costs of the 1.5L & 2.0L turbo 4s over a large base of product and with the amount of tech in cars today and pricing pressures, they need to save and take costs out wherever they can. The engine will be tuned a bit different but fundamentally the same as the Hondas.
#323
There are four lights!
I think there will a V6T coming. It just won't be for the RDX (think TLX Type-S, or an engine upgrade option for the RLX and MDX). Most semi-lux and lux manufacturers have a six-turbo option in their line up and if Acura ever wants to play in the same league, they're going to need something that's in between the 2.0T and the 3.5TT SH-SH-AWD in the NSX. A 2.0T SH-SH-AWD would be a viable alternative to a V6T as well.
#324
Unlikely a V6 is in the offing. Honda can spread the development costs of the 1.5L & 2.0L turbo 4s over a large base of product and with the amount of tech in cars today and pricing pressures, they need to save and take costs out wherever they can. The engine will be tuned a bit different but fundamentally the same as the Hondas.
#325
Pro
#326
Moderator
iTrader: (1)
Nexx has spoken to top heads at Acura. this we know.
what we dont know and what I suspect Nexx cant give; is the info we really want and need. release dates and exact power numbers.
so in the meantime; all we can do is wait and listen to Nexx give out half truths.
this is why speculation threads arent really fun....Sure it's fun to guess....but no one knows whats really going on behind the scenes
Last edited by justnspace; 12-06-2017 at 02:46 PM.
#327
Team Owner
no one is asking you to post or even read in here, if speculation isn't fun for you.
#328
There are four lights!
#329
The 2.0T in the Honda Avancier makes around 270/270 so Id think/hope that the newer RDX would improve on those numbers. That kind of tq down low in the powerband and the RDX could be quick.
The current version of the J35 is a dinosaur. But, the newer 3.5 GDI version used in the MDX and TLX would be a nice option to have. Why not offer 2 powerplants?
The current version of the J35 is a dinosaur. But, the newer 3.5 GDI version used in the MDX and TLX would be a nice option to have. Why not offer 2 powerplants?
#331
Team Owner
You *just* said above (post #326) that speculation threads aren't fun. And yet you're in here. I don't get it
Look, with 5 year life cycles, that leaves a whole lotta time for us to speculate. What else are we gonna do? Watch the grass grow?
#332
Last week I heard from a senior mechanic at our Acura dealership that the model year 2019 redesign of the RDX will include a V6 engine. I don’t know of any way to verify this as true or not, but I am sure that he was sure of it. I think that’s great. The V6 is the main reason we chose an RDX over a Honda CRV. The new 2018 CRV is sure a great vehicle so I’m interested to see what else Acura to differentiate the RDX from the CRV. Anybody else heard this? Anyone else heard anything about timing on the MY19 RDX?
#333
^ Corporate marketing reps can't even be trusted to tell the truth, largely because they often don't know the truth. If I can't trust the so-called "informed", I'll be damned if I'm going to take the word of a mechanic. Until there is credible evidence to the contrary, I'm still betting on an all-4-cylinder lineup.
#334
^ Corporate marketing reps can't even be trusted to tell the truth, largely because they often don't know the truth. If I can't trust the so-called "informed", I'll be damned if I'm going to take the word of a mechanic. Until there is credible evidence to the contrary, I'm still betting on an all-4-cylinder lineup.
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#336
My rumors for today courtesy of the District Sales Manager. Turbo only, no V-6. Slightly lower hp but more torque so power will come on faster.
A-spec model to appeal to enthusiasts (though no tweaks to engine so largely cosmetic). Availability (in Canada) in June/July. Let’s hope there’s a reveal in Detroit.
A-spec model to appeal to enthusiasts (though no tweaks to engine so largely cosmetic). Availability (in Canada) in June/July. Let’s hope there’s a reveal in Detroit.
#337
Pro
My rumors for today courtesy of the District Sales Manager. Turbo only, no V-6. Slightly lower hp but more torque so power will come on faster.
A-spec model to appeal to enthusiasts (though no tweaks to engine so largely cosmetic). Availability (in Canada) in June/July. Let’s hope there’s a reveal in Detroit.
A-spec model to appeal to enthusiasts (though no tweaks to engine so largely cosmetic). Availability (in Canada) in June/July. Let’s hope there’s a reveal in Detroit.
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#340
The Accord 2.0T is also paired with the 10-speed auto.
#341
#342
mrgold35
All the upgrades with sport edition, 10AT, turbo 4, or wheel base will not matter to me unless it comes with sh-awd.
#344
Acura is on the list for companies with official press conferences at Detroit. So we'll be seeing something there.
I'm guessing it has to be the RDX because we've seen nothing about the next-gen ILX and the TLX/MDX/RLX all just got updated.
I'm guessing it has to be the RDX because we've seen nothing about the next-gen ILX and the TLX/MDX/RLX all just got updated.
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#346
It looks like the new Accord Hybrid will offer an impressive 324 HP. That's potentially good news if Acura uses some variation of that powertrain in the RDX. Unfortunately, the Accord Hybrid will offer a CVT and will be available in FWD only. Hopefully the RDX Hybrid, if there is one, will at least offer AWD, and hopefully the 7-speed DCT, too.
2018 Honda Accord Hybrid May Have a 324 HP Hybrid Powertrain » AutoGuide.com News
2018 Honda Accord Hybrid May Have a 324 HP Hybrid Powertrain » AutoGuide.com News
#348
It looks like the new Accord Hybrid will offer an impressive 324 HP. That's potentially good news if Acura uses some variation of that powertrain in the RDX. Unfortunately, the Accord Hybrid will offer a CVT and will be available in FWD only. Hopefully the RDX Hybrid, if there is one, will at least offer AWD, and hopefully the 7-speed DCT, too.
2018 Honda Accord Hybrid May Have a 324 HP Hybrid Powertrain » AutoGuide.com News
2018 Honda Accord Hybrid May Have a 324 HP Hybrid Powertrain » AutoGuide.com News
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#349
#350
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Jeff over @ TOV says that the 2019 RDX embargo will be lifted tonight @ 12:01am:
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#351
Jeff over @ TOV says that the 2019 RDX embargo will be lifted tonight @ 12:01am:
The Temple of VTEC - Honda and Acura Enthusiasts Online Forums > New Honda DOHC V6 Patent reveals some details on the successor to the J-series V6 > > Re: Next Gen RDX
#352
Motor Trend's Predictions ...
2019 Acura RDX: What to Expect from the Popular Luxury Crossover - Motor Trend
2019 Acura RDX: What to Expect from the Popular Luxury Crossover - Motor Trend
#353
you guys will love what will be above your head.
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