9SpeedTran

I got an Acura press release in my email last night, talking about A-Spec RDX and MDX -- and stating unambiguously that Type S was coming, with turbos. Woo Hoo!

TacoBello

with A turbo. Not turbos.

9SpeedTran

True, not a twin turbo, but the implication was turbos in more than one model Type S.

losiglow

iTrader: (1)

Wow. I'm shocked. I'll believe it when I see it. It looks like it will be offered in the 2nd gen TLX in 2020. I never purchase new cars but since my goal it to push my 4G to 300K miles, some of them might be old enough in about 6 years, 2024 or so, to get a hold of one at a reasonable price

neuronbob

I have that marketing email, too, but no mention of type S anywhere. ???

9SpeedTran

On mine it was right near the bottom, last paragraph I think...Did yours talk about the surprise unveiling of the ASpec MDX?

losiglow

iTrader: (1)

Not that Wiki is the authority but:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Acura_TLX#cite_note-23

Down under 2nd Generation

neuronbob

Definitely mentions the MDX A-Spec, but no type-S. We may have received different mailings. Here's what I received:

Jun 20 at 3:08 PM

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9SpeedTran

I was wrong, I had clicked on the link beneath the MDX where it says Read The Latest which took me here: https://www.acura.com/news-and-press...ticle=10230-en . There near the bottom it says:

ultrapogi

neuronbob

I see. This is well known already. Can't wait to see what comes of it.

mondster

Key word is "next few years", just like how the 2nd gen nsx advertised

KeithL

Hard to think how busy Acura must be. The MDX and TLX are due for FMC and then whatever they may be doing with RLX. And when you think about all the tech going into these with Precision cockpit (I expect that a full LCD Instrument cluster is coming soon) they must be running full throttle.

hondu

The TLX is supposed to get the V6 turbo next year. There are mules driving around right now testing the engine.

sinistah89

Yea I heard about it a few weeks ago, they are testing them...one turbo

JM2010 SH-AWD

My dealer guy continues to say summer/fall of 2019 as a MY2020 car. 350/400 hp and SH-AWD.

neuronbob

You can't deny folks their dream of two turbos.....

Curious3GTL

Don't forget the aging ILX, which the car it's based on (the civic) got redesigned for the 2016 model year. What are they doing with that?

ZipSpeed

Didn't Acura can the ILX and are planning to replace it with an EV?

dmski

RLX is probably toast. There's no need to dump investment into it with such low sales. New ILX with detuned Type R motor and SH-AWD would be interesting but will they go for it? Just build it off current Civic platform. TLX Type S MUST have 400hp. It needs to dominate. I don't want to hear that the Stinger or the new Genesis is faster. If it is, that's an automatic FAIL.

ZipSpeed

ESHBG

I would love to see another Acura coupe and not like their old coupes that were basically the sedans without two doors, something totally unique.

TacoBello

Ken1997TL

Dump the RLX. Offer the long wheelbase TLX for the old folks/real estate people.

KeithL

Linmk2

I agree with your statement. I had a 2011 4G and it's interior seemed larger than my current 18 TLX. I know most people are under the spell of SUV's and the auto companies are responding by offering SUV's in every price and size class. As a single person, I have no desire to drive such a vehicle. I still like a sedans and coupes. Many sedan offering are being discontinued by their makers, so I'm not too sure Acura and others are going to spend much time developing sedans that don't sell any more. Still I hope that maybe a slightly larger TLX may come into being in the future.

9SpeedTran

The new Accord looks huge compared to the TLX. If they start with that platform, that would be really interesting. The new Accord is gorgeous too.

mondster

i agree. Size of the 4g was perfect. They could also use that size to their benefit since its between a 3 and 5 series, for example.

Christopher.

I really like the size of the current TLX and would be happy to get a smaller ILX, if they made one that was really good, with the Turbo 2.0 engine.

KeithL

And with all the new tricks today on maximizing interior space they can make it feel pretty large. yet maintain a dynamic handling size.

ZipSpeed

Yeah, I think the current size is perfect. Interior space could definitely be improved though. The Legacy is about the same size as the TLX, yet it has more usable room. Notably the nice large square trunk and more room in the rear.

hdcolumbus

I had an 09 4G SH-AWD--way too big for my tastes (went back to another 3G after). The 5G is just about the right size IMO.

BEAR-AvHistory

Not sure what help that might be a Toyota Avalon is slightly bigger then a 5 series & that does not seem to be a factor for them.

mondster

sports sedan for guys with kids who need the room

BEAR-AvHistory

Interesting Sports Sedan comment. You have any Idea how many people are bitching that the current 3 series is too big? The 3 has grown at 183" into the size of a previous generations 5 series.

My 135is about the same size 172" as the older 3 series cars & is a lot more nimble then my 440's 183". Think once they get bloated the idea to sport starts to fade. Think the 189" 3G TL was as big as you can get as a Sports Sedan. Much bigger & you are a family sedan.

dmski

I had the 4G, the car was too big. Not nimble, felt heavy. TLX is perfect size. Don't even mention the new Accord. That thing looks like a damn whale. If Acura makes the next TLX look anything like that it's OVER. That would be my worst nightmare. Getting that Turbo engine finally with a horrible design.

Robs252

FLYGUY31

I had a 3G that was perfect (until I totaled it)...I could not buy the 4G as it was too big and I really don't like it's looks. Instead I went with the TSX. It's not my favorite car and it took a long time to get used to the lack of HP, but it's been a work horse for me and I've had zero issues in the 8 years I've owned it.

I never liked the look of the TLX until the Aspec but I do like it's dimensions . But the head unit is so outdated I won't buy it

KeithL

I will be honest I was sure I was not doing an Acura this year at the end of my lease. I was set on G80 Sport or G70 Sport. Damn G80 Sport in AWD and Red is rare and after driving it a few times felt the seats were a tad firm and uncomfortable and the car is big and feels big, It weight something like 4500lbs and you feel it as it is not nimble at all and even with stiffer suspension still plows into the turns a bit. I really liked the RLX, but that head unit is a disaster, and it road too floaty. The Aspec TLX is gorgeous and the updated head unit is fine once you jack in your phone and use Android Auto or Carplay.

Once I saw the Aspec in person my love for Acura returned. Is the car perfect, no, but Acura really got a lot right with this car. Had they dropped in the 10AT this thing would be a truly amazing car. I am very please with the suspension tuning and tire selection (good riddance Goodyears are gone).

Nedmundo

Same here. The 4G TL was too big for me so I got the TSX, and while it took me awhile to get used to the lack of punch (coming as I was from a monstrous SAAB 9-5 Aero), it has been a fantastic car. Great handling, outstanding MT, and bulletproof. It has been a total workhorse.

But even the TSX is a little big for my tastes, so I was hoping for a new ILX with the Accord's 2.0T and SH-AWD. Heck, I might even ditch MT for an A3-crushing ILX like that. But, as it stands, I'm seriously considering a loaded Focus ST, on which amazing deals are available. I doubt it will be as reliable as the TSX, but it has loads of character and is a blast to drive.