Acura: Development and Technology News
#281
Well since we've seen spy pics of the Fit Wagon here at Honda HQ in Toronto we can sure the Fit Wagon is coming. I'd be interesting to see if the Sedan makes it over as well. If it does, I'd bet its a US only model.
#282
So what's the latest speculation/rumor on this smaller MDX? Is that the infamouse RDX thing? I lose track of all this stuff. This could be an interesting car for the wife in the future, especially if it is released as a hybrid
#283
Originally posted by domn
Well since we've seen spy pics of the Fit Wagon here at Honda HQ in Toronto we can sure the Fit Wagon is coming. I'd be interesting to see if the Sedan makes it over as well. If it does, I'd bet its a US only model.
Well since we've seen spy pics of the Fit Wagon here at Honda HQ in Toronto we can sure the Fit Wagon is coming. I'd be interesting to see if the Sedan makes it over as well. If it does, I'd bet its a US only model.
#284
Last we heard about it from the oracle is a 05 release as on 06 model. I think its based off the next gen CR-V platform and will use a 2.4L I4 from the TSX.
Justin also said something about the tranny, can't remember I'll have to go find that thread. I'd expect a V6 or a hybrid version as there's no way a I4 Lux SUV can compete.
Justin also said something about the tranny, can't remember I'll have to go find that thread. I'd expect a V6 or a hybrid version as there's no way a I4 Lux SUV can compete.
#285
Civic will be moving even more upmarket than it already is I'd guess. I would'nt expect an engine smaller than 2.0L in the next gen Civic. We can expect an engine no bigger than 1.5L in the Fit.
Expect the Fit to steal sales from Kia, Hyundai and the new Chev, Suzuki twins (Aveo and Swift)
I'll be in the market next year and I'm just hoping they call it "Fit" and not "Jazz". Now if only i can convince the wife to get a Fit over a CR-V or Equinox. With gas prices as they are, it should'nt be too hard.
Expect the Fit to steal sales from Kia, Hyundai and the new Chev, Suzuki twins (Aveo and Swift)
I'll be in the market next year and I'm just hoping they call it "Fit" and not "Jazz". Now if only i can convince the wife to get a Fit over a CR-V or Equinox. With gas prices as they are, it should'nt be too hard.
#289
interesting, tuned from 110hp to 125hp already...
...At Motegi circuit last weekend, our Fit ran for three hours on 40 liters of gasoline and finished with the same time as a stock NSX...
...Basically, modifying the Fit and the Civic are the same. We know that smaller and lighter cars are faster. The only limitation the Fit has is power, so I would like to install a K-type 220-hp engine and see how that goes...
...Basically, modifying the Fit and the Civic are the same. We know that smaller and lighter cars are faster. The only limitation the Fit has is power, so I would like to install a K-type 220-hp engine and see how that goes...
#290
I was really thinking about getting the Scion xB when it comes out in June, but I guess I can put that on hold if the Fit/Jazz comes stateside. I really like the look of the Fit/Jazz(5 door is way better looking than the Fit Aria IMO).
As for the Acura small SUV.....I just hope its not a luxurized CR-V with cosmetic changes...that would be bad! I wouldn't want to see a GM or Ford rebadging job on this one.:thumbsdn:
As for the Acura small SUV.....I just hope its not a luxurized CR-V with cosmetic changes...that would be bad! I wouldn't want to see a GM or Ford rebadging job on this one.:thumbsdn:
#292
Honda plans on making the Civic more upscale, think of what Volkswagen has done to the Jetta.
The Civic will probably have a detuned K20 engine ranging from 140 hp to 200 hp, possibly a leather option.
The Fit/Jazz will almost certainly be the 5 door. I wish the 4 door will come along too but the only models seen so far in Canada and the US have been 5 doors.
The Fit/Jazz will be priced from $10,000 to $13,000.
I'm thinking that Honda will wait until it is redesigned next year, as I can't imagine them bringing over a model in its last build year.
The Civic will probably have a detuned K20 engine ranging from 140 hp to 200 hp, possibly a leather option.
The Fit/Jazz will almost certainly be the 5 door. I wish the 4 door will come along too but the only models seen so far in Canada and the US have been 5 doors.
The Fit/Jazz will be priced from $10,000 to $13,000.
I'm thinking that Honda will wait until it is redesigned next year, as I can't imagine them bringing over a model in its last build year.
#296
Hope it looks better than that when it gets here, looks like an unsporty minivan.
I don't see the civic moving upscale, that would just push buyers to the corolla, instead more features made standard, better quality, more comparible performance like what happened with the accord.
I don't see the civic moving upscale, that would just push buyers to the corolla, instead more features made standard, better quality, more comparible performance like what happened with the accord.
#297
Originally posted by domn
Scion has'nt yet been released in alot of Eastern states and Canada. In fact I think only a few states have gotten the Scion brand?
Scion has'nt yet been released in alot of Eastern states and Canada. In fact I think only a few states have gotten the Scion brand?
#299
Originally posted by 1SICKLEX
domn, we have Scion in GA, for about 2 or 3 months now. It's in the SE looking at their forums.
From my reading, the Acura baby SUV will be a rebadged CR-V which I pray is not true.
domn, we have Scion in GA, for about 2 or 3 months now. It's in the SE looking at their forums.
From my reading, the Acura baby SUV will be a rebadged CR-V which I pray is not true.
#301
Scion not in Canada
As far as I know, there are no plans to introduce the Scions in Canada. We make do with the Echo hatch in two and four door models.
Canada isn't a huge market, but the Fit hatch would do well here. Already I am seeing a lot of those GM Daewoos, mostly the smaller ones.
Canada isn't a huge market, but the Fit hatch would do well here. Already I am seeing a lot of those GM Daewoos, mostly the smaller ones.
#302
Re: Scion not in Canada
Originally posted by lostJR
As far as I know, there are no plans to introduce the Scions in Canada. We make do with the Echo hatch in two and four door models.
Canada isn't a huge market, but the Fit hatch would do well here. Already I am seeing a lot of those GM Daewoos, mostly the smaller ones.
As far as I know, there are no plans to introduce the Scions in Canada. We make do with the Echo hatch in two and four door models.
Canada isn't a huge market, but the Fit hatch would do well here. Already I am seeing a lot of those GM Daewoos, mostly the smaller ones.
And ya, those Aveo's and Swifts are pretty popular up here. I'd imagine a Honda at that price range would dominate the market. The Echo Hatch while probly more reliable than the Daewoo's, is I think a tad too expensive and too small and funny looking to sell well.
I'm waiting for the Fit to arrive before I make a decesion on buying a new car.
#305
Originally posted by phile
Was it the Oracle who mentioned it? I don't even remember, but it's not on the CR-V platform.
Was it the Oracle who mentioned it? I don't even remember, but it's not on the CR-V platform.
#306
It looks like a decent car but I keep recomending the Mazda 3 to him. He doesn't want a 3 because he's worried that there is too much Ford DNA in it. Also his Corolla has lasted 13yrs with just basic maintenance. I haven't heard anything about the new Celica yet, does anyone have some links?
#307
The new issue of Speed Magazine breifly touches on the Celica and confirms that it will have a 2.4L 230HP Yamaha stroked engine. The fact that the current Celica handles and brakes excellent but lacks power means the next one should be a real winner.
Although the pic they had kinda looks like crap IMO.
Although the pic they had kinda looks like crap IMO.
#308
Originally posted by heyitsme
Hope it looks better than that when it gets here, looks like an unsporty minivan.
Hope it looks better than that when it gets here, looks like an unsporty minivan.
I don't see the civic moving upscale…instead more features made standard, better quality, more comparible performance…
#312
A Honda/Acura V-8?
#314
It'll keep Honda in the running for the horsepower wars. And I suppose if they use cylinder shut-off technology, that'll keep fuel useages in check.
The only line that bothered me was this one form his "editorializing":
"For a company that prides itself on being a "Motor Company" it seems a little odd that they don't offer one of the most common configurations in the world."
I didn't think that V-8's were that common the world-over. An educated guess would lead me to believe that I4's are much more common than anything else. At least in Europe and Asia. And I'm sure diesel's make up a large chunk of the vehicle engine demographic in those same areas. What world is he talking about?
The only line that bothered me was this one form his "editorializing":
"For a company that prides itself on being a "Motor Company" it seems a little odd that they don't offer one of the most common configurations in the world."
I didn't think that V-8's were that common the world-over. An educated guess would lead me to believe that I4's are much more common than anything else. At least in Europe and Asia. And I'm sure diesel's make up a large chunk of the vehicle engine demographic in those same areas. What world is he talking about?
#316
Werd.
You guys should know better. Honda has repeated time and time again there would be no V8 engines in its lineup. If there are to be news of a Honda V8 to be built, it better come straight from Honda, or else credibilty will always be questionnable.
You guys should know better. Honda has repeated time and time again there would be no V8 engines in its lineup. If there are to be news of a Honda V8 to be built, it better come straight from Honda, or else credibilty will always be questionnable.
#320
Does Honda/Acura even really need a V8 other than to keep up with the HP war? I've never heard any complaints about the MDX needing more power? I understand it would help with towing power but who uses a MDX for heavy towing? Around here people who tow (frequently) just buy a suburban or tahoe or use a pickup. I just checked the back of MotorTrend and its listed at 8.1 0-60. That beats or is damn close to the Tahoe V8 (8.8), Durango V8 (8.0), Range Rover (8.3), GX470 (8.0), Navigator (10.0), ML350 (9.5), Touareg V8 (7.9).