The RDX Type-S
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silverTL6 (06-18-2021)
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Seems like there would have to be a lot more engineering to do to move from a 2L 4 to a 3L V6. I’m referring to suspension components, and other drivetrain parts to handle the extra power and yet maintain longevity and reliability.
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As for engineering: When a company spends the hundreds of millions of dollars it takes to roll out a completely new model they take many factors into account. One of those factors is future "growth" be it a different engine or more power or future model changes. They have to be flexible, it just costs so darn much to engineer a vehicle and set up the production line. Also consider that some models have very small runs, maybe only a few thousand vehicles. They can't afford to do much special engineering and set up of tooling to build so few cars. When Honda/Acura (or any car company) rolls out a new model rest assured they have a pretty good idea of what changes will occur during the model run of the next fiver or so years. There are exceptions to this of course but as a general rule you can bet that when the RDX (or any other model) is first introduced the engineers have a a plan for the upgrades and changes that will occur during that model's life cycle. They have to, it takes several years to go from an idea to a marketable product.
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I’ll believe it when I see it. It’s possible that plans have changed, and it would certainly be a smart move if they had, but I would remind people that per the Acura dealer presentation leak of last year, there were no plans for a Type S at least through 2022;
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silverTL6 (06-18-2021)
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I remind you that the 3rd gen RDX was released in Aug 2018 not in 2019 so we could see a 2022 Type S released this year if you follow that logic.
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I think those were not model year but fiscal year sales projections. Which would mean that there would be no RDX Type S selling in 2022. That doesn’t mean it couldn’t be announced in 2021, revealed in 2022, and sold in 2023. But that would seem unusual to have such a big revision so late in the product cycle. Seems more likely (as other have speculated) that the RDX Type S would be introduced with the next generation, presumably in 2024.
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OTOH, I would like to direct everyone's attention to the fact that after the MDX Type S comes out there's supposed to be a compact sedan that has a Type S version. Having a proper replacement to the 1G TSX would be so awesome (I loved that car).
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silverTL6 (06-18-2021)
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The RDX Type S is not in the pipeline. Acura has too many initiatives going on right now. Let's not forget, their resources are limited. They are not BMW or MB.
TLX Type S = Summer 2021
MDX Type S = Fall 2021
ILX replacement: I would say early 2022.
In the next 6 months, we will have the RDX refresh. So, I don't see where Acura will fit the RDX Type S. Thoughts?
TLX Type S = Summer 2021
MDX Type S = Fall 2021
ILX replacement: I would say early 2022.
In the next 6 months, we will have the RDX refresh. So, I don't see where Acura will fit the RDX Type S. Thoughts?
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Tony Pac (05-07-2021)
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The RDX Type S is not in the pipeline. Acura has too many initiatives going on right now. Let's not forget, their resources are limited. They are not BMW or MB.
TLX Type S = Summer 2021
MDX Type S = Fall 2021
ILX replacement: I would say early 2022.
In the next 6 months, we will have the RDX refresh. So, I don't see where Acura will fit the RDX Type S. Thoughts?
TLX Type S = Summer 2021
MDX Type S = Fall 2021
ILX replacement: I would say early 2022.
In the next 6 months, we will have the RDX refresh. So, I don't see where Acura will fit the RDX Type S. Thoughts?
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silverTL6 (06-18-2021)
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would make sense to have type S development coincide with a new chassis featuring double A-Arm front susp. there's no way they do a type S before the next FMC; it would dilute the relaunch of the sub-brand by slapping the badge on a car with mac struts and cast iron knuckles (as good as it is).
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One indication is that if there is a Type-S launching with MMC, we would see spy shots by now. We have seen TLX-S/MDX-S spy shots at least a year before launch. On the other hand, if no RDX-S is planned, why not just confirm it now? I hope by the time MMC is announced, Acura can tell us what their plan is.
I think RDX will get Type S with 4th Gen. The 3rd Gen doesn't have that long hood. lol
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You're right. I am sure they have budget, forecasting and profitability (accounting) department. But at this price point, the Type S should sell well. Unless it's a horrible car.
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I'm sure sales matter, but there's also the "halo effect" to consider. Acura wants bragging rights against Mercedes, Porsche, Audi, etc so even a low volume seller at the top end can affect sales for lower end models.
#20
That's why they are keeping the NSX and I think they should bring a coupe suv like ZDX! Even if it sells less, still it will create excitement. Imagine, a ZDX TYPE S!
#21
That would be fantastic, as long as they kept the build and material quality super-high like on the original ZDX. It was the one and only vehicle designed and built when Acura was publicly stating they wanted to get back to "Tier 1 luxury" status, in other words legitimately cross-shopped with MB and Lexus. I'd love to see that elevated level of care given to a new generation ZDX, and a Type-S trim would indeed be lust-worthy!
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Tony Pac (05-14-2021)
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That would be fantastic, as long as they kept the build and material quality super-high like on the original ZDX. It was the one and only vehicle designed and built when Acura was publicly stating they wanted to get back to "Tier 1 luxury" status, in other words legitimately cross-shopped with MB and Lexus. I'd love to see that elevated level of care given to a new generation ZDX, and a Type-S trim would indeed be lust-worthy!
I remember the leather on the lower dash and etc. It was a fantastic machine. Honestly, imagine a ZDX TYPE S with all the bells and whistles. The R&D work is already done with MDX and MDX TYPE S. Let's bring it Acura
#23
True to the original, the rear door handles are integrated into the rear c-pillar
#25
this could bode well for those hoping for a type S Rdx, since the mmc is due anytime.
#26
MDX hasn't launched really, still waiting on it. Won't be releasing till August I bet, considering the chip shortages. Also, basing on the timeline picture that was provided, they're going to work on another sedan Type-S first. We'll be lucky if they even show us any sneak peeks at future developments in November.
#27
Acura has semi revealed the MDX Type S.
It might be a good indicator of what the RDX Type S could look like.
https://www.acura.com/future-vehicles/mdx-type-s
It might be a good indicator of what the RDX Type S could look like.
https://www.acura.com/future-vehicles/mdx-type-s
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silverTL6 (06-18-2021)
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leomio2.0 (06-17-2021)
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Considering that the TLX Type S looks very similar to the TLX A-Spec, I suspect an RDX Type S would look very simlar to the RDX A-Spec as well.
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leomio2.0 (06-17-2021)
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WTF.Acura (06-21-2021)
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Maybe it just has to grow on me, but I like the lines much more on the A-Spec compared to the Type-S. I think if they lowered the two side grilles a touch, made them a bit bigger and redesigned the lower grille so it's basically a three-piece grille design and delete the fog lamps, it would have been more cohesive. That's essentially what the TLX Type-S looks like, and I think it would have suited the car better, rather than a hybrid of the two designs.
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