CaliAtenza

They should also bring back Graphite Luster Metallic. It's arguably the best color for the car . Modern Steel Metallic isn't as good .

silverTL6

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Sadly you're right..

Oops! CARB Confirms Aggressive Acura TLX Variant is Coming » AutoGuide.com News

BEAR-AvHistory

My '06 TL was Anthracite. Great color for a car IMHO.

atl7

I agree! GLM is a dark grey and looks really good, Modern Steel is too light. Of course, I am biased since I have a GLM TLX haha. I'd also like to see a real silver such as Silver Moon on the 4G TL. Tired of seeing these blueish silver Acuras!

iutodd

If you dig in you will see that there are A-Spec variants for the I4, V6 FWD and V6 SHAWD - which is more than I was expecting personally.

If they execute the A-Spec properly it could be pretty good.

F23A4

As I felt about the 3G TL A-Spec, we 'needed' a Type S model. Hopefully as with the 3G, Acura will surprise us with a TLX-S.

Honestly, how much more of an ask could it be? Prior versions weren't substantially more powerful than the regular version. I can't imagine a Type S being something insurmountable to achieve at minimal cost.

Civic2TSX

Lunar Silver is awesome! I love it! Def a true silver with no tones added but it still looks different in different shades of light! I did really like the TL in GLM; thought it was the best color for the car but I absolutely love the TLX in LSM.

TacoBello

and judging by how often I saw/see them on the roads, they sold pretty damn well for being the top of the line and most expensive trim.

Honda430

I owned a 3G Aspec for almost 8 years. Thing was a hoot to drive. Loved every minute behind the wheel. The car didn't need anymore power to be fun to drive.

The knock I have against my 5G shawd is that it's a bit boring to drive in comparison to my 3G Aspec. Unlike some of the comments here I don't think the car is slow. Yes, it takes longer than it should to get off the mark, but once it gets going it's gone. The wonder is that it turns an under 6 seconds 0-60 with that lethargic launch. If Acura, along with the appearance and hopefully tech upgrades, tightens up the TLX Aspec suspension a bit and reprograms the ZF 9 to squeeze another .5 seconds off the 0-60 times and allow permanent defeat of the engine cutoff function in sport mode I think that would be a car I could love.

CaliAtenza

Oh I'm biased cause I have a GLM TLX as well . It's the only car that I wanted and when the dealer 'sold' my GLM TLX I demanded a dealer trade for another one. Fortunately it all worked out . GLM is more than a dark grey. There are hints of dark green and blue in there as well.

mrgold35

Having a 3.0L sh-sh-awd+7DCT could be the sport model (end up being very expensive) OR offer the V-6 TLX sh-awd tech or adv version with a 6MT. They can improve on the suspension and maybe offer a different color scheme and interior design upgrades. Adding a 6MT would be a very inexpensive addition to the lineup. Kicking myself for not getting my 06 TSX as a 6MT almost 11 years ago.

mondster

I wonder why theres no shshawd for the mid cycle tlx

BEAR-AvHistory

Everybody is moving away from the MT. Don't think there is a snowballs chance in hell you will see one on the TLX. Acura's history with the MT is a low take rate on the 3G & an invisible take rate on the 4G.

Also adding an additional transmission to a production cars sourcing, building & certification process is not chump change. Even BMW the lone holdout for a long time is constantly eliminating MT's from its product line. Read they will release 40 new & upgraded modes in the next few years most without MT's

Saintor

China gets a long wheelbase TLX,.
Long-wheelbase Acura TLX to debut at 2017 Shanghai auto show

mk5

Well that sucks. I would love a stretched TLX.

Ian Andrews

Acura has to move up from Honda by offering more performance and higher quality content. This will increase the price and push many current Acura owners away and likely back to Honda. It will also attract new buyers into Acura likely German buyers who are looking for more performance but tired of the maintenance issues.

boe_d

Let me know when that higher quality kicks in.

Tony Pac

2 more days!!!

Very excited to see the new TLX!

Anyone more NY here? To give us their summary of the show.

pyrodan007

Honestly after hearing all the good things about the hybrid MDX, I'm really hoping Acura will announce something similar. It'll be enough to exchange my TLX and extend the lease for a few more years instead of breaking and losing money. That's if is has AWD, if they use the Accord's and keep it FWD ... they can keep their cars for many more years before I'll come back. If they just do minor changes, I'll be very disappointed. But deep down I think we'll be surprised, the performance mantra seems to be increasing lately. Only two more days until we're floored or mopped lol

BEAR-AvHistory

Not sure maintenance issues are as big a deal as 5 years ago. That said Acura would do well to step up but still under cut the German pricing. Think there is wiggle room there. Looks very much like Infiniti is taking a shot at them. KIA/Hyundai with the new Geneses standalone division run by X BMW-M group & Audi/Lamborghini guys running the show certainly are.

Tony Pac

Acura MDX Hybrid is getting rave reviews...I hope Acura changes their game plan. I am noticing more and more that the issue is not Acura but Honda. Honda isn't offering the resources and support that Acura needs.

Just let's look at Toyota and Nissan, both brands are supporting their luxury brand 100%. Lexus is in another level so I won't even bother but now even Infiniti is selling 18K units in a month thanks to QX30 and the new Q60. Also, Infiniti is revamping their SUV lineup with new model and tech. In order to achieve that, you need $$$$$$ folks. So it's clear that the parent company is injecting $$$$ and resources.

Let's wait and see

Tony Pac

For Acura as premium brand to succeed, it needs a better lineup as well.
MDX
RDX
CDX (a smaller SUV is needed)
RLX (needs major changes to be competitive)
TLX (we will wait)
TLX Coupe/Sport version with 350HP+
ILX (needs major changes to be competitve)
NSX is great but another smaller and more affordable NSX like S2000

any thoughts?

TacoBello

Sounds good to me. Now send that list to Honda corporate, in Japan, and tell them to fuck right off from over controlling the North American Acura brand.

That in itself isn't new news. But seriously, Acura is trying to run a marathon with a ball and chain attached to one ankle, and a choke collar around its throat. Winning isn't exactly easy. If even at all possible.

the list you spelled there is exactly where Acura needs to be.

reddogTL

That link referring to CARB says no powertrain changes are coming, just cosmetic. Which is horse because we already have this so called A-Spec variant. Its called the 2017 TLX "GT" Package.

reddogTL

I agree with additions:
Bring back the ZDX the CORRECT way with latest powertrains & improved front end(ie. no beak)
Baby ZDX based on RDX size.
Mini ZDX based on the new CDX

Infiniti QX30, MB GLA/GLC/GLE, BMW X4/X6, etc. are all showing the coupe-like SUV's are in demand.

BEAR-AvHistory

Maybe the is a regulatory difference between the dealer tacking on an aero cladding & one coming from the factory as a distinct model.

TacoBello

Regulatory for who?

BEAR-AvHistory

The EPA or State Government (CARB) hitting the manufacturer. Acura wants to call it a separate model, Type-S whatever. The dealer is just hanging some accessories on the standard model when they do it.

When the GTO first came out it was a option on the Tempest. It later became its own separate standalone model. Perked up the insurance companies ears. Ding, ding, ding hear the cash register ring.

Just a though on the posting of the info blurb.

AcuraFreeAgent

New tech? I wonder if that means apple car play and android auto. It's definitely not a new engine

silverTL6

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Perhaps P-AWD and SH-AWS?

TacoBello

P-AWD-AWS would be pretty cool, actually.

Having all four wheels putting down power AND also steering would be awesome. But shiiiiiet.... That's a lot more components ultimately needing to be maintained, which would not be cheap in terms of ownership.

iforyou

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So..we will find out tomorrow. still think no powertrain updates, otherwise they'd have mentioned in in their press release last week.

TacoBello

I'm still optimistically hoping for the best.












But a part of me is telling me to be a realist

Curious3GTL

I do remember this happening in 2012..... They leaked images of the 2013 Lexus GS and it looked hideous. Then when you saw the actual pictures some people loved it and other people hated it.

So hopefully that happens here with the leaked images.

I agree there's no engine changes at all. Maybe the 10 speed, but I wouldn't bet on that.

If they don't put Apple Carplay and Android Auto in that's going to hurt them badly. However, they put it in the Accord for it's refresh in 2016, so I can see them doing it.

kurtatx

Complimentary airport security ejection system sponsored by United Airlines

BEAR-AvHistory

Its not Complimentary, you have to pay for the ticket to ride.

mk5

That was the Honda police taking away the Acura board member who voted for more performance

RDX10

Well I am excited to log on to here tomorrow. Either going to be surprised or very disappointed.

jhb31

I would guess car play and android auto are a given. The civic has had that for two years and Acura dealers have been raising hell about it.

TacoBello

How about neutral?