Acura: RDX News
02-26-2004, 02:12 PM
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I would love to have this on the market. I like the CRV's size and it certainly fills a need as it is still a hot seller and I see tons of them on the road. But for my needs it's under powered (needs more like ~200-215HP V6), needs a much nicer interior (new Accord or TSX) with less hard plastics, and needs more comfort features like power/heated seats, dual zone heat/AC, shiftable auto trans, heated mirrors. The obvious choice would be to make it an Acura as the CRV doesn't need to go upscale to sell.
ONE MORE THING...GIVE IT PAINTED BUMPERS AND FOG LIGHTS!!!
ONE MORE THING...GIVE IT PAINTED BUMPERS AND FOG LIGHTS!!!
02-27-2004, 09:15 AM
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Originally posted by bdt980
Looks like a big wagon to me
Looks like a big wagon to me
02-27-2004, 10:42 AM
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Originally posted by AcuraFan
Most SUVs and Crossovers these days are just big wagons. You don't want to call your new vehicle a "wagon"? Call it a "crossover", it'll sell more that way. (And somehow, the buyers don't realize or don't want to admit they're just buying a wagon...are they in denial?)
Most SUVs and Crossovers these days are just big wagons. You don't want to call your new vehicle a "wagon"? Call it a "crossover", it'll sell more that way. (And somehow, the buyers don't realize or don't want to admit they're just buying a wagon...are they in denial?)
02-27-2004, 10:48 AM
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I just don't understand why we have to wait to 06 or 07 for this thing?? It will be at least the spring of 06 before it hits the streets which is more than 2 years away. I though Acura needed another SUV now. Other companies seem to pushing out new models quarterly?? I mean WTF?
Then again what can we expect from a company that left the Integra in production for 8 years, the RL for what 10, and the NSX for another 13 or so.
Then again what can we expect from a company that left the Integra in production for 8 years, the RL for what 10, and the NSX for another 13 or so.
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02-27-2004, 11:34 AM
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Originally posted by domn
Then again what can we expect from a company that left the Integra in production for 8 years, the RL for what 10, and the NSX for another 13 or so.
Then again what can we expect from a company that left the Integra in production for 8 years, the RL for what 10, and the NSX for another 13 or so.
Fast cars from the world's slowest moving auto company!
We plod so you can zip!
Go ahead, take it for a spin, we'll be right here when you get back.
Buy this car and we'll sell you a replacement just like it in four years!
Yeah, that's the ticket.
02-27-2004, 11:40 AM
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Originally posted by majormojo
Perhaps they could spin that into a new marketing campaign...
Fast cars from the world's slowest moving auto company!
We plod so you can zip!
Go ahead, take it for a spin, we'll be right here when you get back.
Buy this car and we'll sell you a replacement just like it in four years!
Yeah, that's the ticket.
Perhaps they could spin that into a new marketing campaign...
Fast cars from the world's slowest moving auto company!
We plod so you can zip!
Go ahead, take it for a spin, we'll be right here when you get back.
Buy this car and we'll sell you a replacement just like it in four years!
Yeah, that's the ticket.
Like I said in the other thread about the TSX commercial. Acura needs a new marketing stagedy. You may be the ticket major
I like the last one
02-27-2004, 11:51 AM
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Originally posted by domn
I just don't understand why we have to wait to 06 or 07 for this thing?? It will be at least the spring of 06 before it hits the streets which is more than 2 years away. I though Acura needed another SUV now. Other companies seem to pushing out new models quarterly?? I mean WTF?
Then again what can we expect from a company that left the Integra in production for 8 years, the RL for what 10, and the NSX for another 13 or so.
I just don't understand why we have to wait to 06 or 07 for this thing?? It will be at least the spring of 06 before it hits the streets which is more than 2 years away. I though Acura needed another SUV now. Other companies seem to pushing out new models quarterly?? I mean WTF?
Then again what can we expect from a company that left the Integra in production for 8 years, the RL for what 10, and the NSX for another 13 or so.
02-27-2004, 11:52 AM
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I think the MDX design will translate pretty well to a smaller package. The size would be pretty decent and the price will probably be pretty good for first time Acura buyers.
Junkster, who thinks its being released very late.
Junkster, who thinks its being released very late.
02-27-2004, 11:59 AM
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Originally posted by justinjsw
Due out 05 as an 06...is that fast enough for you Domn?
Due out 05 as an 06...is that fast enough for you Domn?
But even 06 is a ways off. Unless its a MY06 released in the fall of 05? I don't think thats ever been specified though.
02-27-2004, 12:07 PM
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Ok then im telling you...it will be released in 2005 as MY06.
The tranny in the RD-X should give you a hint on what may be available on the TSX in the future. Hint Hint
The tranny in the RD-X should give you a hint on what may be available on the TSX in the future. Hint Hint
02-27-2004, 12:10 PM
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Originally posted by justinjsw
Ok then im telling you...it will be released in 2005 as MY06.
The tranny in the RD-X should give you a hint on what may be available on the TSX in the future. Hint Hint
Ok then im telling you...it will be released in 2005 as MY06.
The tranny in the RD-X should give you a hint on what may be available on the TSX in the future. Hint Hint
デザイン検討が進むMDX Jr．の予想フォルム。スラントしたノーズには5角形グリルと薄型ヘッドランプが備わり、シャープなマスク が作り出される。大胆なフェンダー形状にも注目。
explains about the tranny?
02-27-2004, 12:17 PM
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Originally posted by majormojo
Which part of
デザイン検討が進むMDX Jr．の予想フォルム。スラントしたノーズには5角形グリルと薄型ヘッドランプが備わり、シャープなマスク が作り出される。大胆なフェンダー形状にも注目。
explains about the tranny?
Which part of
デザイン検討が進むMDX Jr．の予想フォルム。スラントしたノーズには5角形グリルと薄型ヘッドランプが備わり、シャープなマスク が作り出される。大胆なフェンダー形状にも注目。
explains about the tranny?
Junkster, who thinks someone should use "Bable"fish.
02-27-2004, 12:43 PM
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Originally posted by Junkster
LOL, any japanese speakers/readers?
Junkster, who thinks someone should use "Bable"fish.
LOL, any japanese speakers/readers?
Junkster, who thinks someone should use "Bable"fish.
"MDX Jr where design examination advances. Expectation forum. 5 rectangular grilles and the thin-shaped headlight are provided to the nose which slant is done, the sharp mask is created. You observe to also bold fender form."
All your base are belong to us.
02-27-2004, 12:44 PM
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Originally posted by Junkster
LOL, any japanese speakers/readers?
Junkster, who thinks someone should use "Bable"fish.
LOL, any japanese speakers/readers?
Junkster, who thinks someone should use "Bable"fish.
JCG, who thinks he got that
edit: nevermind, I didn't know they made a translator out of that
02-27-2004, 01:05 PM
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Originally posted by justinjsw
Ok then im telling you...it will be released in 2005 as MY06.
The tranny in the RD-X should give you a hint on what may be available on the TSX in the future. Hint Hint
Ok then im telling you...it will be released in 2005 as MY06.
The tranny in the RD-X should give you a hint on what may be available on the TSX in the future. Hint Hint
Originally posted by majormojo
Which part of
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explains about the tranny?
Which part of
ƒfƒUƒCƒ“ŒŸ“¢‚ªi‚ÞMDX JrD‚Ì—\‘zƒtƒHƒ‹ƒ€BƒXƒ‰ƒ“ƒg‚µ‚½ƒm[ƒY‚É‚Í5ŠpŒ`ƒOƒŠƒ‹‚Æ”–Œ^ƒwƒbƒhƒ‰ƒ“ƒv‚ª”õ‚í‚èAƒVƒƒ[ƒv‚ȃ}ƒXƒN‚ªì‚èo‚³‚ê‚éB‘å’_‚ȃtƒFƒ“ƒ_[Œ`ó‚É‚à’–ÚB
explains about the tranny?
major, you ever do any standup? or maybe write a sitcom?
Originally posted by justinjsw
RD-X...2.4 I-VTEC/200HP IMA/50HP Total output 250HP AWD 6 Sp transmission.
RD-X...2.4 I-VTEC/200HP IMA/50HP Total output 250HP AWD 6 Sp transmission.
02-27-2004, 01:37 PM
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Originally posted by justinjsw
RD-X...2.4 I-VTEC/200HP IMA/50HP Total output 250HP AWD 6 Sp transmission.
RD-X...2.4 I-VTEC/200HP IMA/50HP Total output 250HP AWD 6 Sp transmission.
Is the IMA TSX coming before or after the RDX? I want info NOW!
02-27-2004, 02:08 PM
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Originally posted by domn
He does'nt specify wheather that 6 Sp tranny will be an Auto or Manual. But a Manual tranny in a Luxo SUV is highly unlikely.
Which one Justin?
He does'nt specify wheather that 6 Sp tranny will be an Auto or Manual. But a Manual tranny in a Luxo SUV is highly unlikely.
Which one Justin?
02-27-2004, 02:25 PM
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Originally posted by gilboman
looks interesting... but why does acura keep moving DOWN market ?? eg TSX,RDX...they've got the bottom covered...they need to move up..eg like LEXUS
looks interesting... but why does acura keep moving DOWN market ?? eg TSX,RDX...they've got the bottom covered...they need to move up..eg like LEXUS
Trying to get higher
How can I get anywhere
Walking backwards down the stairs
Watching life elude me
Slipping through my grasp
Now I know the truth at last
But to reach the top I've got to stop
Walking backwards down the stairs
Trying to get higher
How can I get anywhere
Walking backwards down the stairs
People stop to watch me
Wonder what I'm doing
What direction I'm pursuing
I pretend I'm free, but actually I'm
Walking backwards down the stairs
Trying to get higher
How can I get anywhere
Walking backwards down the stairs
- Larry Norman
02-27-2004, 02:32 PM
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Originally posted by gilboman
I have nothing constructive, informative or useful to say. Please continue with this thread.
I have nothing constructive, informative or useful to say. Please continue with this thread.
A smaller acura SUV would be nice, and save some gas. maybe about 32-34K and undercut X3? Wonder how people like X3.
02-27-2004, 02:57 PM
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Originally posted by gilboman
I have nothing constructive, informative or useful to say. Please continue with this thread.
I have nothing constructive, informative or useful to say. Please continue with this thread.
I gotta say ... my wifes Odyssey might just have to get replaced with this RD-X.
And oh yeah .... the IMA based TSX will be miiiiiiiinnnnnnnneeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeee
02-27-2004, 02:58 PM
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Originally posted by majormojo
Walking backwards down the stairs
Trying to get higher
How can I get anywhere
Walking backwards down the stairs
Watching life elude me
Slipping through my grasp
Now I know the truth at last
But to reach the top I've got to stop
Walking backwards down the stairs
Trying to get higher
How can I get anywhere
Walking backwards down the stairs
People stop to watch me
Wonder what I'm doing
What direction I'm pursuing
I pretend I'm free, but actually I'm
Walking backwards down the stairs
Trying to get higher
How can I get anywhere
Walking backwards down the stairs
- Larry Norman
Walking backwards down the stairs
Trying to get higher
How can I get anywhere
Walking backwards down the stairs
Watching life elude me
Slipping through my grasp
Now I know the truth at last
But to reach the top I've got to stop
Walking backwards down the stairs
Trying to get higher
How can I get anywhere
Walking backwards down the stairs
People stop to watch me
Wonder what I'm doing
What direction I'm pursuing
I pretend I'm free, but actually I'm
Walking backwards down the stairs
Trying to get higher
How can I get anywhere
Walking backwards down the stairs
- Larry Norman
But where did you get that quote from Gilbo?
02-27-2004, 03:37 PM
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Thx Domn, it's the lyrics from a song from the late 60's that came to mind (click the link and hear the song). I think that gilbo edited his post #100121 to remove that comment during the time that I was writing my post. Makes it look like I'm putting words in his mouth, but he really did post it, honest! 
02-27-2004, 03:43 PM
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Originally posted by majormojo
Thx Domn, it's the lyrics from a song from the late 60's that came to mind (click the link and hear the song). I think that gilbo edited his post #100121 to remove that comment during the time that I was writing my post. Makes it look like I'm putting words in his mouth, but he really did post it, honest!
Thx Domn, it's the lyrics from a song from the late 60's that came to mind (click the link and hear the song). I think that gilbo edited his post #100121 to remove that comment during the time that I was writing my post. Makes it look like I'm putting words in his mouth, but he really did post it, honest!
02-27-2004, 03:46 PM
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Originally posted by majormojo
Thx Domn, it's the lyrics from a song from the late 60's that came to mind (click the link and hear the song). I think that gilbo edited his post #100121 to remove that comment during the time that I was writing my post. Makes it look like I'm putting words in his mouth, but he really did post it, honest!
Thx Domn, it's the lyrics from a song from the late 60's that came to mind (click the link and hear the song). I think that gilbo edited his post #100121 to remove that comment during the time that I was writing my post. Makes it look like I'm putting words in his mouth, but he really did post it, honest!
EDIT: Do you guys really think Gilbo would say that about himself? I was far too nice.
02-27-2004, 04:44 PM
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Originally posted by domn
Actually I was being sarcastic. I edited Gilbo's post. I'll be damed if he's going to ruin another otherwise great thread in which Justin has decided to give us some great info on the RD-X and future versions of the TSX.
EDIT: Do you guys really think Gilbo would say that about himself? I was far too nice.
Actually I was being sarcastic. I edited Gilbo's post. I'll be damed if he's going to ruin another otherwise great thread in which Justin has decided to give us some great info on the RD-X and future versions of the TSX.
EDIT: Do you guys really think Gilbo would say that about himself? I was far too nice.
02-27-2004, 05:22 PM
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I think it looks promising. The 6-speed transmission sounds very nice. I honestly wasn't expecting a manual to even be available with this thing.
02-27-2004, 05:27 PM
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Originally posted by TMQ
BMW is moving downmarket, so Gilbo has little to say about Acura here.
A smaller acura SUV would be nice, and save some gas. maybe about 32-34K and undercut X3? Wonder how people like X3.
BMW is moving downmarket, so Gilbo has little to say about Acura here.
A smaller acura SUV would be nice, and save some gas. maybe about 32-34K and undercut X3? Wonder how people like X3.
02-27-2004, 05:42 PM
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that could be the SUV i've been waiting for, and probably would trade in my Tsx for that. that could be a direct competitor for the BMW X3!
I know it will be AWD, but it needs at least 260hp!
I know it will be AWD, but it needs at least 260hp!
02-27-2004, 08:41 PM
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Originally posted by T-R
I thought that manual isn't even possible with IMA. Maybe it's because IMA will be on rear wheels. That's definitely a first! Can't wait!
I thought that manual isn't even possible with IMA. Maybe it's because IMA will be on rear wheels. That's definitely a first! Can't wait!
o 2.4-liter, 16-valve, DOHC, i-VTEC 4-cylinder engine
o Innovative Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) system
o 6-speed, close-ratio clutchless manual transmission
02-27-2004, 09:15 PM
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Originally posted by justinjsw
250 horsepower, 4-wheel drive powertrain including:
o 2.4-liter, 16-valve, DOHC, i-VTEC 4-cylinder engine
o Innovative Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) system
o 6-speed, close-ratio clutchless manual transmission
250 horsepower, 4-wheel drive powertrain including:
o 2.4-liter, 16-valve, DOHC, i-VTEC 4-cylinder engine
o Innovative Integrated Motor Assist (IMA) system
o 6-speed, close-ratio clutchless manual transmission
Throw me a bone dude
I think I remember why I go through so many cars now
