Some stuff from our recent TLX training in TX.
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Some stuff from our recent TLX training in TX.
Not sure if this has been leaked or not yet. But here are some features for you. Not putting these in any particular order, just how I took notes.
-New remote start system like the new MDX ( remote start 3 ) that has a 1/4 mile range.
- Under storage compartment in the trunk ( similar to RLX with no spare tire, just inflation kit with a spare available as an accessory )
- Fold down rear seats with trunk passthrough
- All 4 windows power up/down 1 touch
- Tech pkg and Advanced pkg have frameless mirrors ( similar to that on the new GM Corvette and Camaro )
- Electronic Parking brake
- Electronic Shifter like in RLX Sport Hybrid
- 7 speaker 355 watt base sound system
- 10 speaker 490 watt tech/adv sound system
-Siri Eyes Free
- Gains of $2,000 in standard features
- 3.5L V6 puts out 290hp and 267 torque
- 9 speed automatic transmission with 25% faster shifting and 5 times faster paddle shiftting
- 1mpg city increase and 5mpg highway increase for FWD
- 3mpg city increase and 5mpg highway increase for SH-AWD
- v6 model goes 0-60 a little over half a second faster
- SH-AWD is 25% lighter and no longer protrudes into the trunk
- SH-AWD system can now act like P-AWS when switching lanes, sending extra power to left rear wheel when moving right a lane and vice versa
- Engine idle stop ( yuck )
- Integraded Dynamic System ( IDS changes steering feel and pedal response ) with a new Sport Plus mode to give old "Type-S" like steering feel and a new ECON mode for fuel economy.
- Blind Spot with Cross Traffic Monitor
- Road departure waring and Road departure Mitigation ( acts like CMBS )
- Tire fill assist ( beeps when correct tire pressure is met )
- Premium feel, engineers want you to feel the difference in the first 50 feet
- 4 Inches shorter than old TL in the overhang. Wheelbase is the same
- Color Keyed entry button
- LED Taillights / Integrated rear Spoiler
- Torsion stiffness up 21%
- Acoustic Spray Foam to vastly cut down on road and wind noise.
- 145 Pounds lighter ( TL FWD to TLX FWD )
- Motion Adaptive EPS with crosswind detection
- 2.4L has 206hp / 182 torque
- 8 speed DCT with torque converter
- 0-60mph 1.5 seconds
- 2mpg city increase and 4mpg highway increase
Not really tlx related but...
ILX (2016) or early next year
- 4 cylinder TLX 2.4 Engine
- Jewel Eye Headlights
- ODMD ( that touch screen system you see in the MDX/RLX )
- AcuraLink
- Improved Smartphone Integration
- Other options will arise closer to it's launch date
RDX (2016) or early next year
- Jewel Eye LED Headlights
- Rear seat A/C vents
- Power Tailgate on all models
- Advanced trim bringing all the features of the MDX advanced minus RES
- ODMD
The ability to get AWD in every model will happen by 2016. So an AWD ILX is CONFIRMED.
They are planning to sell 44,000 TLX'S the first year. That's how much they are banking on this car.
I will inform you of more as soon as I'm told.
-New remote start system like the new MDX ( remote start 3 ) that has a 1/4 mile range.
- Under storage compartment in the trunk ( similar to RLX with no spare tire, just inflation kit with a spare available as an accessory )
- Fold down rear seats with trunk passthrough
- All 4 windows power up/down 1 touch
- Tech pkg and Advanced pkg have frameless mirrors ( similar to that on the new GM Corvette and Camaro )
- Electronic Parking brake
- Electronic Shifter like in RLX Sport Hybrid
- 7 speaker 355 watt base sound system
- 10 speaker 490 watt tech/adv sound system
-Siri Eyes Free
- Gains of $2,000 in standard features
- 3.5L V6 puts out 290hp and 267 torque
- 9 speed automatic transmission with 25% faster shifting and 5 times faster paddle shiftting
- 1mpg city increase and 5mpg highway increase for FWD
- 3mpg city increase and 5mpg highway increase for SH-AWD
- v6 model goes 0-60 a little over half a second faster
- SH-AWD is 25% lighter and no longer protrudes into the trunk
- SH-AWD system can now act like P-AWS when switching lanes, sending extra power to left rear wheel when moving right a lane and vice versa
- Engine idle stop ( yuck )
- Integraded Dynamic System ( IDS changes steering feel and pedal response ) with a new Sport Plus mode to give old "Type-S" like steering feel and a new ECON mode for fuel economy.
- Blind Spot with Cross Traffic Monitor
- Road departure waring and Road departure Mitigation ( acts like CMBS )
- Tire fill assist ( beeps when correct tire pressure is met )
- Premium feel, engineers want you to feel the difference in the first 50 feet
- 4 Inches shorter than old TL in the overhang. Wheelbase is the same
- Color Keyed entry button
- LED Taillights / Integrated rear Spoiler
- Torsion stiffness up 21%
- Acoustic Spray Foam to vastly cut down on road and wind noise.
- 145 Pounds lighter ( TL FWD to TLX FWD )
- Motion Adaptive EPS with crosswind detection
- 2.4L has 206hp / 182 torque
- 8 speed DCT with torque converter
- 0-60mph 1.5 seconds
- 2mpg city increase and 4mpg highway increase
Not really tlx related but...
ILX (2016) or early next year
- 4 cylinder TLX 2.4 Engine
- Jewel Eye Headlights
- ODMD ( that touch screen system you see in the MDX/RLX )
- AcuraLink
- Improved Smartphone Integration
- Other options will arise closer to it's launch date
RDX (2016) or early next year
- Jewel Eye LED Headlights
- Rear seat A/C vents
- Power Tailgate on all models
- Advanced trim bringing all the features of the MDX advanced minus RES
- ODMD
The ability to get AWD in every model will happen by 2016. So an AWD ILX is CONFIRMED.
They are planning to sell 44,000 TLX'S the first year. That's how much they are banking on this car.
I will inform you of more as soon as I'm told.
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This was what I wanted to hear:
The ability to get AWD in every model will happen by 2016. So an AWD ILX is CONFIRMED.
Do you or anyone know if the non-SH-AWD in the new RDX really worst than the SH-AWD in the preceding model? Is the current AWD in the RDX very similar to the AWD available on the Honda CRV or is it still vastly superior to the regular Honda AWD system? I'm not even going to ask about the AWD in the ILX because the 2016 is still at least a year away.
Many thanks in advance.
The ability to get AWD in every model will happen by 2016. So an AWD ILX is CONFIRMED.
Do you or anyone know if the non-SH-AWD in the new RDX really worst than the SH-AWD in the preceding model? Is the current AWD in the RDX very similar to the AWD available on the Honda CRV or is it still vastly superior to the regular Honda AWD system? I'm not even going to ask about the AWD in the ILX because the 2016 is still at least a year away.
Many thanks in advance.
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Corey....thanks. I'm liking the new TLX more and more. Just got a form letter from Keith stating they're looking for cars just like mine for the lot. Did you get pricing info?
When are you guys having the grand unveiling and store roll out? I expect to get an invite from Steve.
When are you guys having the grand unveiling and store roll out? I expect to get an invite from Steve.
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Corey....thanks. I'm liking the new TLX more and more. Just got a form letter from Keith stating they're looking for cars just like mine for the lot. Did you get pricing info?
When are you guys having the grand unveiling and store roll out? I expect to get an invite from Steve.
When are you guys having the grand unveiling and store roll out? I expect to get an invite from Steve.
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So a nominal increase in HP and torque for the 2.4 I4? That's rather disappointing. The fuel economy increase also only gets it to a point that is competitive with forced induction motors putting out substantially more power. In order for Acura to continue to justify using the NA motor, I would expect competitive power or substantially more fuel economy. I realize that the total area under the torque curve is likely much greater, thus the much quicker acceleration numbers, but the numbers are still a little underwhelming to hear.
As for the V6, why are they detuning the engine at all from the RLX tune? Is the added fuel economy gain justified for the loss of power, especially when the I4 fuel economy numbers are not significantly better?
As for the V6, why are they detuning the engine at all from the RLX tune? Is the added fuel economy gain justified for the loss of power, especially when the I4 fuel economy numbers are not significantly better?
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This was what I wanted to hear:
The ability to get AWD in every model will happen by 2016. So an AWD ILX is CONFIRMED.
Do you or anyone know if the non-SH-AWD in the new RDX really worst than the SH-AWD in the preceding model? Is the current AWD in the RDX very similar to the AWD available on the Honda CRV or is it still vastly superior to the regular Honda AWD system? I'm not even going to ask about the AWD in the ILX because the 2016 is still at least a year away.
Many thanks in advance.
The ability to get AWD in every model will happen by 2016. So an AWD ILX is CONFIRMED.
Do you or anyone know if the non-SH-AWD in the new RDX really worst than the SH-AWD in the preceding model? Is the current AWD in the RDX very similar to the AWD available on the Honda CRV or is it still vastly superior to the regular Honda AWD system? I'm not even going to ask about the AWD in the ILX because the 2016 is still at least a year away.
Many thanks in advance.
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Not sure if this has been leaked or not yet. But here are some features for you. Not putting these in any particular order, just how I took notes.
Not really tlx related but...
ILX (2016) or early next year
- 4 cylinder TLX 2.4 Engine
- Jewel Eye Headlights
- ODMD ( that touch screen system you see in the MDX/RLX )
- AcuraLink
- Improved Smartphone Integration
- Other options will arise closer to it's launch date
RDX (2016) or early next year
- Jewel Eye LED Headlights
- Rear seat A/C vents
- Power Tailgate on all models
- Advanced trim bringing all the features of the MDX advanced minus RES
- ODMD
The ability to get AWD in every model will happen by 2016. So an AWD ILX is CONFIRMED.
They are planning to sell 44,000 TLX'S the first year. That's how much they are banking on this car.
I will inform you of more as soon as I'm told.
Not really tlx related but...
ILX (2016) or early next year
- 4 cylinder TLX 2.4 Engine
- Jewel Eye Headlights
- ODMD ( that touch screen system you see in the MDX/RLX )
- AcuraLink
- Improved Smartphone Integration
- Other options will arise closer to it's launch date
RDX (2016) or early next year
- Jewel Eye LED Headlights
- Rear seat A/C vents
- Power Tailgate on all models
- Advanced trim bringing all the features of the MDX advanced minus RES
- ODMD
The ability to get AWD in every model will happen by 2016. So an AWD ILX is CONFIRMED.
They are planning to sell 44,000 TLX'S the first year. That's how much they are banking on this car.
I will inform you of more as soon as I'm told.
As for ILX and RDX, again very impressive that Acura is listening and taking serious they entire lineup to keep it competitive.
Funny the gf says she will keep her 14 RDX 7 years and I said wait until you see the FMC or if they add features at MMC. Something tells me she will upgrade ;-)
Corey,
Did they happen to hint at a Type-S? They have to know they are lacking a sporty soul in their line-up.
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The features seem great so far. I esp like the fold down rear seats and the lighter/non trunk intrusive SH-AWD system. Plus the IDS in trying to improve steering feel is a big plus.
One big negative I see though is no spare tire. Is this the trend auto manufactures are going? I take periodic weekend trips hundreds of miles away. What if I get a flat and I'm stuck in the middle of nowhere, and the nearest gas station is 100 miles away? Is the inflation kit sufficient? But then you wrote the spare is an accessory? Does this mean if we want a spare tire, it's an option?
The electronic brake all but confirms the 6MT option is likely gone?
One big negative I see though is no spare tire. Is this the trend auto manufactures are going? I take periodic weekend trips hundreds of miles away. What if I get a flat and I'm stuck in the middle of nowhere, and the nearest gas station is 100 miles away? Is the inflation kit sufficient? But then you wrote the spare is an accessory? Does this mean if we want a spare tire, it's an option?
The electronic brake all but confirms the 6MT option is likely gone?
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I think they are all great news and changes for Acura. Finally the RDX gets the upgrades it deserves (one really needed is the rear A/C vents - I don't understand WTF they went cheap on that). If the new TLX is as refined as they make us to believe then it will be a strong sale for Acura. The powertrain is just right. There is no need to join the HP race as long as the performance is adequate relative to the competitors.
For the nominal performance increase on the I4 2.4, I think Acura wants to save it for later after everything said above is rolled out. Too many changes at the same time is bad because there are too many variables. A FI 4cyl engine will come sooner or later. Lexus has just announce their first FI 4cyl in the new NX. Acura will soon do it but they have always been late to the party, haven't they?
The ILX changes are also much needed. I foresee the next 2-3 years will be very bright for Acura. Time to buy their stock? Hahahaha
For the nominal performance increase on the I4 2.4, I think Acura wants to save it for later after everything said above is rolled out. Too many changes at the same time is bad because there are too many variables. A FI 4cyl engine will come sooner or later. Lexus has just announce their first FI 4cyl in the new NX. Acura will soon do it but they have always been late to the party, haven't they?
The ILX changes are also much needed. I foresee the next 2-3 years will be very bright for Acura. Time to buy their stock? Hahahaha
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Wow ... thanks for the data download Corey - lots of interesting stuff here for those of us starved for info on the tlx. Also very interesting info about the ilx and rdx. Ironically the ilx could be a sports sedan contender if it gets the DCT and the new 2.4 (but you didn't say if it was going to get the DCT, just speculating.)
Also when you say 0-60 in 1.5 seconds do you mean 1.5 seconds quicker than the TSX?
Also when you say 0-60 in 1.5 seconds do you mean 1.5 seconds quicker than the TSX?
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290hp/267lbft from the V6. These are the exact same numbers as the MDX. Let's see what 500-600lb less weight plus 3 extra gear ratios can do in the TLX.
I think he meant 1.5s faster to 60mph. That's definitely a huge improvement. The current TSX 6MT has been doing 0-60mph in mid 6's, and AT is in the mid 7's. To be conservative and assume 0-60mph in the current TSX takes 8s, 1.5s faster would bring that down to 6.5s. I think that's fast enough for most people opting for the base powertrain.
206hp sounds like there's only 5 more horsepower. But there's 10lbft more peak torque (and still can be more across the rev range), plus 3 extra gear ratios, with much faster shifts.
I think he meant 1.5s faster to 60mph. That's definitely a huge improvement. The current TSX 6MT has been doing 0-60mph in mid 6's, and AT is in the mid 7's. To be conservative and assume 0-60mph in the current TSX takes 8s, 1.5s faster would bring that down to 6.5s. I think that's fast enough for most people opting for the base powertrain.
206hp sounds like there's only 5 more horsepower. But there's 10lbft more peak torque (and still can be more across the rev range), plus 3 extra gear ratios, with much faster shifts.
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One big negative I see though is no spare tire. Is this the trend auto manufactures are going? I take periodic weekend trips hundreds of miles away. What if I get a flat and I'm stuck in the middle of nowhere, and the nearest gas station is 100 miles away? Is the inflation kit sufficient? But then you wrote the spare is an accessory? Does this mean if we want a spare tire, it's an option?
lol! most auto manufactures have not been including a spare as early as 2010!
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The ability to offer AWD for all models will appeal to a much broader consumer base and I think this will help their sedan lineup a lot. The horsepower fans will not like the numbers but it seems Acura is focusing more on the overall ownership experience with all technological amenities. Technology drives the future and as consumers; it's all about who has the latest and greatest. The TLX appears to have all the bells and whistles but will it be enough? Personally, I think so if they get the pricing right on all trim levels. IMO, variety is key for the TLX. The Germans have been doing it for ages and they've been very successful to say the least. And thanks Corey!
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This was what I wanted to hear:
The ability to get AWD in every model will happen by 2016. So an AWD ILX is CONFIRMED.
Do you or anyone know if the non-SH-AWD in the new RDX really worst than the SH-AWD in the preceding model? Is the current AWD in the RDX very similar to the AWD available on the Honda CRV or is it still vastly superior to the regular Honda AWD system? I'm not even going to ask about the AWD in the ILX because the 2016 is still at least a year away.
Many thanks in advance.
The ability to get AWD in every model will happen by 2016. So an AWD ILX is CONFIRMED.
Do you or anyone know if the non-SH-AWD in the new RDX really worst than the SH-AWD in the preceding model? Is the current AWD in the RDX very similar to the AWD available on the Honda CRV or is it still vastly superior to the regular Honda AWD system? I'm not even going to ask about the AWD in the ILX because the 2016 is still at least a year away.
Many thanks in advance.
Corey....thanks. I'm liking the new TLX more and more. Just got a form letter from Keith stating they're looking for cars just like mine for the lot. Did you get pricing info?
When are you guys having the grand unveiling and store roll out? I expect to get an invite from Steve.
When are you guys having the grand unveiling and store roll out? I expect to get an invite from Steve.
And pricing, expect the Base 4 cylinder to be low/mid 30s and the SH-AWD advanced to be $49,995
Dammit, I thought I had proofred good enough. No it's an 1.5 seconds faster to 60mph than the outgoing TSX
So a nominal increase in HP and torque for the 2.4 I4? That's rather disappointing. The fuel economy increase also only gets it to a point that is competitive with forced induction motors putting out substantially more power. In order for Acura to continue to justify using the NA motor, I would expect competitive power or substantially more fuel economy. I realize that the total area under the torque curve is likely much greater, thus the much quicker acceleration numbers, but the numbers are still a little underwhelming to hear.
As for the V6, why are they detuning the engine at all from the RLX tune? Is the added fuel economy gain justified for the loss of power, especially when the I4 fuel economy numbers are not significantly better?
As for the V6, why are they detuning the engine at all from the RLX tune? Is the added fuel economy gain justified for the loss of power, especially when the I4 fuel economy numbers are not significantly better?
First the TLX, I am impressed with the MPG gains in SH-AWD as well as the removal of the truck bulge. The rest is very impressive as well. Let's hope they do a Type-S soon and bump Hp to 305-310.
As for ILX and RDX, again very impressive that Acura is listening and taking serious they entire lineup to keep it competitive.
Funny the gf says she will keep her 14 RDX 7 years and I said wait until you see the FMC or if they add features at MMC. Something tells me she will upgrade ;-)
Corey,
Did they happen to hint at a Type-S? They have to know they are lacking a sporty soul in their line-up.
As for ILX and RDX, again very impressive that Acura is listening and taking serious they entire lineup to keep it competitive.
Funny the gf says she will keep her 14 RDX 7 years and I said wait until you see the FMC or if they add features at MMC. Something tells me she will upgrade ;-)
Corey,
Did they happen to hint at a Type-S? They have to know they are lacking a sporty soul in their line-up.
The features seem great so far. I esp like the fold down rear seats and the lighter/non trunk intrusive SH-AWD system. Plus the IDS in trying to improve steering feel is a big plus.
One big negative I see though is no spare tire. Is this the trend auto manufactures are going? I take periodic weekend trips hundreds of miles away. What if I get a flat and I'm stuck in the middle of nowhere, and the nearest gas station is 100 miles away? Is the inflation kit sufficient? But then you wrote the spare is an accessory? Does this mean if we want a spare tire, it's an option?
The electronic brake all but confirms the 6MT option is likely gone?
One big negative I see though is no spare tire. Is this the trend auto manufactures are going? I take periodic weekend trips hundreds of miles away. What if I get a flat and I'm stuck in the middle of nowhere, and the nearest gas station is 100 miles away? Is the inflation kit sufficient? But then you wrote the spare is an accessory? Does this mean if we want a spare tire, it's an option?
The electronic brake all but confirms the 6MT option is likely gone?
Even worse, I do believe the 6mt will be completely dead for Acura by 2016. The TLX isn't showing any manual option in the Interactive network. Only 8DC ( 8 speed dual clutch ) and 9AT ( 9 speed automatic ). But then again with the last TL I believe there was no manual option until 2010. Everyone pray!
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If the i4 really is 1.5 seconds faster than the TSX that's impressive. That's close to what the V6 TL Auto can do 6~6.5s 0-60. Now I'm really interested in an i4 with Tech or Advance pkg(If they offer Advance on the i4 trim).
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I think he meant 1.5s faster to 60mph. That's definitely a huge improvement. The current TSX 6MT has been doing 0-60mph in mid 6's, and AT is in the mid 7's. To be conservative and assume 0-60mph in the current TSX takes 8s, 1.5s faster would bring that down to 6.5s. I think that's fast enough for most people opting for the base powertrain.
The 4G TL 6MT has documented times of 0-60mph of 5.2-5.5 seconds; if it's going to be 1.5s faster, then we're going to have a performance monster on our hands here
Lol. I've noticed the lack of spare tires from other auto manufactures a few years ago, esp BMW equipping some of its sedans/coupes with RFTs, and they are very expensive to replace. A friend of mine had to replace 2 RFT and it costed him around $1000. I'm not liking RFTs, and I hope Acura strays away from the RFT route.
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Unlike others that think it's a 'mass marketing scheme', it's actually a letter that we send out whenever our inventory is getting low, now obviously we'd like to have the chance to put you into something new and earn your business again but that IS NOT the primary goal, the primary goal is to get inventory. The perfect car buying weather is right around the corner meaning we want to get the ball rolling with some clean, fresh inventory.
"we would like your business, even if you are not looking or wanting a car."
if you re-stock your inventory, what would happen to the carless schmoe? oh yeah, he would have to buy a car.
what a coincidence! there's a car lot with brand new cars!!
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Corey definitely needs to respond to this 1.5s comment
The 4G TL 6MT has documented times of 0-60mph of 5.2-5.5 seconds; if it's going to be 1.5s faster, then we're going to have a performance monster on our hands here
Lol. I've noticed the lack of spare tires from other auto manufactures a few years ago, esp BMW equipping some of its sedans/coupes with RFTs, and they are very expensive to replace. A friend of mine had to replace 2 RFT and it costed him around $1000. I'm not liking RFTs, and I hope Acura strays away from the RFT route.
The 4G TL 6MT has documented times of 0-60mph of 5.2-5.5 seconds; if it's going to be 1.5s faster, then we're going to have a performance monster on our hands here
Lol. I've noticed the lack of spare tires from other auto manufactures a few years ago, esp BMW equipping some of its sedans/coupes with RFTs, and they are very expensive to replace. A friend of mine had to replace 2 RFT and it costed him around $1000. I'm not liking RFTs, and I hope Acura strays away from the RFT route.
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Corey definitely needs to respond to this 1.5s comment
The 4G TL 6MT has documented times of 0-60mph of 5.2-5.5 seconds; if it's going to be 1.5s faster, then we're going to have a performance monster on our hands here
Lol. I've noticed the lack of spare tires from other auto manufactures a few years ago, esp BMW equipping some of its sedans/coupes with RFTs, and they are very expensive to replace. A friend of mine had to replace 2 RFT and it costed him around $1000. I'm not liking RFTs, and I hope Acura strays away from the RFT route.
The 4G TL 6MT has documented times of 0-60mph of 5.2-5.5 seconds; if it's going to be 1.5s faster, then we're going to have a performance monster on our hands here
Lol. I've noticed the lack of spare tires from other auto manufactures a few years ago, esp BMW equipping some of its sedans/coupes with RFTs, and they are very expensive to replace. A friend of mine had to replace 2 RFT and it costed him around $1000. I'm not liking RFTs, and I hope Acura strays away from the RFT route.
Dont mean to go off topic, butt, how in the world is that different from
"we would like your business, even if you are not looking or wanting a car."
if you re-stock your inventory, what would happen to the carless schmoe? oh yeah, he would have to buy a car.
what a coincidence! there's a car lot with brand new cars!!
"we would like your business, even if you are not looking or wanting a car."
if you re-stock your inventory, what would happen to the carless schmoe? oh yeah, he would have to buy a car.
what a coincidence! there's a car lot with brand new cars!!
#25
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Good move by Honda to offer AWD (hopefully SH-AWD) on its entire Acura line up. If that is one of the key technological marvels of driving an Acura, then making it universal will broaden the luxury division's appeal.
I hope Acura goes with SH-AWD all the way and stops scrimping on the inferior rendition.
I hope Acura goes with SH-AWD all the way and stops scrimping on the inferior rendition.
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Good move by Honda to offer AWD (hopefully SH-AWD) on its entire Acura line up. If that is one of the key technological marvels of driving an Acura, then making it universal will broaden the luxury division's appeal.
I hope Acura goes with SH-AWD all the way and stops scrimping on the inferior rendition.
I hope Acura goes with SH-AWD all the way and stops scrimping on the inferior rendition.
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I was able to slip a comment in to one of the designers and before I was able to speak he said "If your going to tell me to bring back the type-s or do away with the beak please save your breath, we hear this with every comment" I was kinda offended by what he said and before he could move on I replied with "Your only killing your own success, You might keep some people happy but you aren't keeping the most important ones happy, your loyal enthusiasts.".
Even worse, I do believe the 6mt will be completely dead for Acura by 2016. The TLX isn't showing any manual option in the Interactive network........... ........... But then again with the last TL I believe there was no manual option until 2010.
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Corey_Straker (04-14-2014)
#31
Racer
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Here is the 4 cylinder.
Here is the V6 model.
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Corey, great information. Thanks.
I'm sure this has all been hashed out and I haven't searched properly, but is there something which will give the differences between the Tech and Adv? (eg. Blind Spot Monitoring on the advance, Lane Departure, etc).
What features will make to which trim I guess is the easiest way to ask.
I'm sure this has all been hashed out and I haven't searched properly, but is there something which will give the differences between the Tech and Adv? (eg. Blind Spot Monitoring on the advance, Lane Departure, etc).
What features will make to which trim I guess is the easiest way to ask.
#35
Volvo Defector
Corey that other post was from me. It was a newsletter sent to me from DCH Acura in Montclair, NJ that said AWD will be available in all models. Its one of the other recent posts under the 5th Gen TLX thread. We all assumed it was a typo.
#37
Racer
The ILX AWD will definitely not cannibalize the TLX SH-AWD since it's more of the former that will cannibalize the latter. Just my
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95oRANGEcRUSH (04-15-2014)
#38
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Corey, great information. Thanks.
I'm sure this has all been hashed out and I haven't searched properly, but is there something which will give the differences between the Tech and Adv? (eg. Blind Spot Monitoring on the advance, Lane Departure, etc).
What features will make to which trim I guess is the easiest way to ask.
I'm sure this has all been hashed out and I haven't searched properly, but is there something which will give the differences between the Tech and Adv? (eg. Blind Spot Monitoring on the advance, Lane Departure, etc).
What features will make to which trim I guess is the easiest way to ask.
Tech will alert you IE Road departure Warning, the advacned will take it one step further and have the Road Departure Mitigation.
Expect the following added on top of the Tech package which will already have FCW, LDW, BSI, LKAS ( yes it's going to have it on tech ).
Expect this on the advanced added onto what the tech already has
-remote start
-exclusive rims
-cooled front seats
-CMBS
-Road departure Mitigation
-Adaptive Cruise Control
-front/rear parking sensors
- ( Doubt it but maybe ) Power rear sunshade
- ( Doubt it but maybe ) Rear door sunshades (manual )
- ( Doubt it but maybe ) Automatic High beams
#39
Volvo Defector
Since ILX is more of a budget oriented vehicle I dont think it would get SH-AWD. Perhaps the watered down version of AWD like the RDX derrived from the CRV.
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#40
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THAT my friend is the question. Who has the 2 Grand balls to bake one of these suckers.