Wander

What, you don't like ##X?

RDX10

😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

Tony Pac

RDX: 5,459 units. Lower than last August but still going strong! Well done Acura!

Bring the new MDX and TLX

Tony Pac

mrgold35

I can understand why Acura still pumps money into the NSX. I don't know why Acura does the same for the RLX at less than 25 per month average? They should add some of the RLX Adv tech to the MDX, TLX and RDX like the Krell audio, head up display (RDX Adv has this), and hybrid sh-sh-awd powertrain as an option. I would think a +300hp/tq RDX sh-sh-awd that gets +27 mpg combined for only $1500 more than the sh-awd version might be an option folks would go for.

ZipSpeed

I would LOVE Krell on the top trims on the TLX and MDX. I had a chance to demo it at the dealer and it's really, really good. Who knows, with the RLX rumored to be on the chopping block, there won't be a flagship vehicle anymore (not counting the NSX). With no flagship replacement, TLX and MDX would get that honor.

Tony Pac

Krell is better than ELS? I never tested Krell. I always thought the ELS system is one of the best systems out there.

ZipSpeed

Better than ELS. While the Panasonic-based ELS is not bad at all, Krell is a step up from ELS, and maybe one step down compared to say Bowers & Wilkins.

Tony Pac

Thanks brother for the info.

Who builds Krell? I assume only Acura uses it.

ZipSpeed

Krell is used by Acura, and Hyundai/Kia.

https://www.krellautomotive.com/front/partners/EN

fiatlux

My guess is that the execs need a cushy company car. Price aside, it’s not bad.

mrgold35

I love the RLX; especially, the hybrid model. It would be the RLX sh-sh-awd or Audi S7 as my picks for a sporty sedan. Acura just spent sooooo much money on comfortable interior, Krell audio, 377hp hybrid system, heads up display, and super-duper 10 lens jewel eye LEDs for only $2000 more than a MDX ADV sport hybrid. I would gladly pay the $2000 for the added features on RLX on the MDX hybrid, TLX, or RDX (and Acura can make some of their investment back).

KeithL

I cam close to an RLX, but dated head unit stopped me. I like the car if they updated it I would be in. Also I believe they do one run for the entire year and then just ship them in drips to dealers all year.

Tony Pac

RDX is shining in the CDN market. There isn't much discount or incentives available but yet the car is competing well with the German brands.
1. Q5: 7,484 units
2. GLC: 7,069
3. RDX: 5,938
Remaining:
X3: 5,438
NX: 4,809
QX5: 2,161 (I need to validate this number, based on US market, the QX50 is tanking but I thought in the CDN market it should be better since the price difference is insignificant between RDX and QX50. If this is correct, WOW Infiniti).

Well done Acura! Keep up the good work. Waiting for the new TLX and MDX Also bring the CDX.

Tony Pac

Validated the QX50 sales numbers and as per Infiniti Canada web it’s correct. I couldn’t believe it for a second. 2K units. 4 year old NX is sold 2 times more than the brand new QX50.

I am sure everyone that was working on this project is laid off and sent home.

kebel87

Interest rate for RDX is posted at 5,99% in Quebec for september. MDX and RDX are at the same price point right now when you lease... My guess is they're trying to tip the sales toward the MDX before the 2020 comes in?

fiatlux

The sad thing is if they had kept the good ol' VQ37 motor and 7AT, it'd probably sell much better. As it stands, the new 2.0T and CVT is absolutely garbage. A CVT does not belong in a luxury car, much less one aimed at performance like Infiniti's tend to be.

mrgold35

I would be curious to see if Acura makes any updates to the 2021 RDX before the normal MMC refresh when the 2021 MDX hits the road? I can see the 4th Gen MDX stealing some sales away if tech/styling/powertrain is an significant improvement over the current 3rd Gen RDX.

Tony Pac

I am 100% confident there will be some changes next year this time for the RDX. I assume they will add digital dash option, HUD, maybe A-Spec with Advance package & more colors.

Wander

If Acura could sell more MDXs at a higher price point than RDX, I think they would be pretty happy with that.

Anyway, I don't expect major changes before the MMC except maybe introduction of a Type S ( again, at a higher price point ). But I've been wrong before.

supafamous

I'll be really interested in the powertrain choice for the MDX - will it keep the current V6 as the base motor or swap to the 2.0T? Mercedes put a 2.0T into their GLE and most reviewers were pretty complimentary of how well the motor performed. I'm assuming the 3.0T will be the optional motor that will let it compete with the higher end of the 3 row SUVs especially with folks like the Aviator showing up.

For the RDX, I imagine the Type S shows up as a 2021 model and then there's a MMC in 2022 but I'm guessing it'll be pretty mild - likely new wheels, and some trim changes like offering the A-Spec with some of the Type S tech (adaptive dampers, HUD etc). This model run will probably go for 6 years so waiting till 2022 for a MMC makes sense.

JacPac

https://acurazine.com/forums/automot...87118/page120/

ZipSpeed

If Acura uses the 2.0T in the next gen MDX, hopefully they can get the power figures in the 300 range. What I would rather see is the Sport Hybrid powertrain from the RLX. Funny thing is that Acura could have delivered Type-S models already in their current lineup if they used the Sport Hybrid from the RLX. Keeping that 3.5L V6 / 3 electric engines combo exclusive to the RLX is a mistake IMO.

Ludepower

The MDX is gonna need a bigger engine than the 2.0t. The low end torque in the RDX is lackluster. I much rather have a v6 than a 2.0t.

Tony Pac

Acura RDX: 973 for Sept and 6,911 YTD (Canada) Still strong and holding 3rd position beating the new X3

Q5 and GLC are leading ahead of RDX. I believe this is a huge achievement for Acura. The price of the new RDX is significantly higher than the previous generation. Many people in this forum claimed that RDX will tank and no one will buy it due to the increase in price. But on the contrary, sales YoY is 100% stable and beating X3 is huge!

Overall for the year, Acura is doing decent, there <1% declines whereas Audi, MB, and BMW show -14%, -10%, and -3% respectively.

Wander

Just think what they could do if the infotainment system worked and their reputation wasn't in tatters.

Dereileak

How is the low end torque lack luster? The torque is all there by 1500rpm

Ludepower

Yea the number prove me wrong I guess. I'm coming from a v6 so I'm use to the bigger engine and torquey gas pedal feeling.

Wander

However, it's fair to ask if all that torque is making it to the wheels in low speed acceleration. I kinda think it's not.

It will be interesting to see what transmission ends up in 4G MDX, and how many electric motors get recruited.

Ludepower

The typs S concept aka TLX came out today. Guessing whatever is under that hood will make its way into the MDX.

Acura really needs to step it up and do one better than the RDX. To keep the momentum going.

Wander

What "came out today"? A glitzy video with lots of broken glass on Acura's website?

I thought the concept debuted in Monterey a couple weeks, ago, but AFAIK no mechanical details have been released. Unless you consider "turbo V6" a detail, but that's the worst kept secret ever.

Ludepower

justnspace

iTrader: (1)

uhhhhh, the honda v6's made the most power at 6k RPM....meaning; to feel the torque you need to rev it to 6k RPM...

the turbo engine will feel more torquey when you press the gas pedal.

Midnight Mystery

Believe it ir not but that J35/ZF9 van I drove had good torque. It would throw you back in the seat.

Wander

Did they let you drive it?

( Notice how clean and shiny those exhaust tips look? That "concept" may have nothing but air under the hood... )

justnspace

iTrader: (1)

yeah, at 6K RPM where it makes the most power.

justnspace

iTrader: (1)

my shit is making over 300hp/tq at the crank at 6k RPM. of course it throws you back in your seat...

Wander

The ZF9 has a wide gear spread and a low 1st gear, so the package launches. Even if it has sliding doors.

Midnight Mystery

It does at 1K rpm, it does at 6K rpm. I blew the doors off an Si, but I guess that's still not saying much...

Rmsanger

Ouch your poor toilet, you may want to see a GI Doc with that kinda problem.