2019 RDX marks the rise of Acura
01-26-2018, 04:18 PM
#81
01-27-2018, 03:16 PM
#82
Nuke
I am still considering the RDX vs CRV (touring) and maybe will eventually start another thread once we have more info.Don’t agree that the newer CRV has faux wheel drive. It is much more reactive than earlier CRV’s. In any event during normal driving, all wheel drive is not really needed. I suppose SH-AWD may be a small plus for agressive driving in the rain or maybe in the snow but you could certainly end up in the ditch if too aggressive during the winter. A big plus is the extra power for the new RDX vs the CRV, but requiring premium fuel is a drawback as with other Acuras. Acuras really have superior interiors and the upgraded info system looks great. It is also nice to drive a vehicle with nice styling that is not too common. On the downside, the new RDX could be a bit risky as far as reliability and bugs if purchased during 2018. I really like the idea of a 10 speed vs the CVT of the CRV but I have driven the 2017 CRV through the city and on the highway and the faux shifts feel fine.....really interested in opinions from the early purchasers this summer and want to make my decision by the end of the summer.
01-29-2018, 09:01 AM
#83
Pro
I am still considering the RDX vs CRV (touring) and maybe will eventually start another thread once we have more info.Don’t agree that the newer CRV has faux wheel drive. It is much more reactive than earlier CRV’s. In any event during normal driving, all wheel drive is not really needed. I suppose SH-AWD may be a small plus for agressive driving in the rain or maybe in the snow but you could certainly end up in the ditch if too aggressive during the winter. A big plus is the extra power for the new RDX vs the CRV, but requiring premium fuel is a drawback as with other Acuras. Acuras really have superior interiors and the upgraded info system looks great. It is also nice to drive a vehicle with nice styling that is not too common. On the downside, the new RDX could be a bit risky as far as reliability and bugs if purchased during 2018. I really like the idea of a 10 speed vs the CVT of the CRV but I have driven the 2017 CRV through the city and on the highway and the faux shifts feel fine.....really interested in opinions from the early purchasers this summer and want to make my decision by the end of the summer.
01-29-2018, 09:09 AM
#84
Suzuka Master
The acura guy in the video said that HP will be higher than accord in part due to premium gas and hinted that it will be on the same level as current rdx hp. Civic type R gets 309hp from this engine. The engine is tunable, so I expect at least 270hp
01-29-2018, 09:39 AM
#85
Azine Jabroni
Inevitably we get to the fuel discussion. You're buying an Acura. use premium.
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01-29-2018, 09:53 AM
#86
Suzuka Master
01-29-2018, 10:03 AM
#87
mrgold35
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02-07-2018, 09:48 PM
#88
Pro
We are at 44k on our 16 and use 87 exclusively, no issues(with the motor) yet.
02-07-2018, 10:43 PM
#89
I understand the new engine has lots of power and torque, but a four pot has always felt harsh and unrefined / loud to me especially under acceleration with a cold engine. It's the smoothness of the V6 that I appreciate most, other than the power. Anyway I'm in no hurry to switch my 2G RDX yet. Maybe I will wait for the new MDX and that would likely have a V6 and the newer goodies that this RDX has, in addition to minor gremlins being ironed out in a few years time.
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silverTL6 (02-25-2018)
02-07-2018, 11:59 PM
#90
Does the civic type-R require premium?
02-23-2018, 04:37 PM
#91
Instructor
After nearly buying the 2nd gen RDX twice, I got the 2015 NX, but I've always been waiting for Acura to re-release a truer predecessor to the 1st Gen RDX with turbo and SH-AWD.
It's finally here!
Quite excited.
Though, I'm probably far too satisfied with my NX to get the RDX, and I'll have to see if Acura can improve their reliability. But I'm stoked about the new direction.
It's finally here!
Quite excited.
Though, I'm probably far too satisfied with my NX to get the RDX, and I'll have to see if Acura can improve their reliability. But I'm stoked about the new direction.
03-02-2018, 09:18 AM
#92
2006 NBP TL MT6/ 02TL-S
I'm thinking Acura will release the 2019 RDX with a slightly de-tuned 2.0 turbo, then come out the next year with a RDX Type S with the 2.0 turned up to Civic Type R level
03-02-2018, 02:07 PM
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They did state the new RDX was engineered to fit a v6 and SH-AWD. This implies the new 3.0t V6 w/ the electric ancillary everything (i.e. starter-alternator, water pump, AC compressor, etc.) 48V system they are working on. A 48V system means less parasitic power loss(more power), regen braking, more durable start/stop, less current draw than a 12V system, thinner and lighter wiring, electric compressor, etc. With 48V, there is potential for more improvements in the future like camless engines from FreeValve. Hopefully the new 3.0t V6 will be released as a RDX Type-S mid model in 3 years or so.
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03-03-2018, 03:42 PM
#95
Suzuka Master
03-04-2018, 04:40 AM
#96
This is probably the most heated debate on these forums. Do whatever makes you comfortable. I use 87 octane in our vehicles that have required premium including two RL's, 4 TL's and five Lexus's. Experimenting with the other two levels, I have noticed zero difference in gas mileage or performance. I have used 87 in cars that have required premium for over a million miles and have not had one problem. Someone had posted on this subject that their transmission shifted smoother with premium.
A previous post of mine on the subject.
I always revert back to two MIT graduates that are car mechanics who had a syndicated radio show called Car Talk for 35 years.
http://www.cartalk.com/content/premi...egular-0#myth4
From the USA Today:
The only modern engines that should really need premium are those with superchargers, which force-feed fuel into the cylinders. "You're driving along and just tramp the gas and the knock sensor cannot sense the knock fast enough in some cases," because the supercharger boosts pressure so fast, says Bob Furey, chemist and fuels specialist at General Motors.
Burning regular when the owner's manual specifies premium won't void the warranty, nor damage the engine, even the most finicky automakers say. "You're giving up perhaps just a little bit of performance that a customer wouldn't really even notice, it's so slight," says Furey.
All this being said to each his own.
A previous post of mine on the subject.
I always revert back to two MIT graduates that are car mechanics who had a syndicated radio show called Car Talk for 35 years.
http://www.cartalk.com/content/premi...egular-0#myth4
From the USA Today:
The only modern engines that should really need premium are those with superchargers, which force-feed fuel into the cylinders. "You're driving along and just tramp the gas and the knock sensor cannot sense the knock fast enough in some cases," because the supercharger boosts pressure so fast, says Bob Furey, chemist and fuels specialist at General Motors.
Burning regular when the owner's manual specifies premium won't void the warranty, nor damage the engine, even the most finicky automakers say. "You're giving up perhaps just a little bit of performance that a customer wouldn't really even notice, it's so slight," says Furey.
All this being said to each his own.
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