Professor Gascan

We'll probably get an official statement in Detroit, but keep in mind that Acura has already said that it was going to build a small SUV in the US, starting in early 2006.

Professor Gascan

I guess we don't have to wait for Detroit to find out. :P

dom

And there we have it. Stll don't understand whats taking them so long to get this thing to market. Geeez..........

Godwhacker

Agreed...the chassis is the same as CR-V, right? Just different engine and body, etc.

dom

I've been hearing about this RD-X since fawkin 1982

Whiskers

Fixing the rattles

tmkarab

Maybe it's because it will have the next generation CRV chassis...I always thought new tech/equipment should debut on Acuras then trickle down to Honda - like VTEC did - it makes sense from a marketing perspective...

gavriil

Crossover Dresser: Acura's RD-X sport ute concept to make Detroit show debut - - Source: Autoweek

gavriil

Not sure who's sketch this is.

Zapata

i wouldn't be suprised to see a high output version of the IMA in the RDX which eventually will be placed into the TSX to power the SH-AWD and then the TL and then the RL\MDX.

tmkarab

Plus

If you look at an enlarged picture, for example on Canadian driver, the cut lines for the doors and hatch are interesting - its still a concept though...


http://www.canadiandriver.com/news/05detroit/041217-1.htm

gavriil

Source: weick

gavriil

I agree. All of the above is not only possible but also probable for the next 2-3 years.

phile

I see Infiniti FX in the rear window area.

brutus

This Mazda MX CrossSport unit seems like it will be very similiar to the RDX:

See this link:
http://www.gizmo.com.au/go/3567/

Can't wait to see the RDX.

B.

emperuman

The front looks like the Nissan Murano and the back looks like the Lexus RX300. Inspite of that, it looks well bonded together I just hope the RDX will not be as curvy as that. We want sharp looks for the RDX

98AccordEx

Seems the RD-X will be built alongside the Accord & TL.
CAN WE SAY MIDSIZE PLATFORM!!!!!!!!!!!!! (not CR-V)

http://www.detnews.com/2004/autosins.../C01-35666.htm

Somebody with priviledges post this article..please.

heyitsme

As much as I have loved all of the Acura sketches since the rsx introduction, none have been realistic. The lastest, RL, is case and point.
I wouldn't expect the rdx too be more exciting than the current mdx, nicer interior than the crv, hopefully a little more upscale than the tsx at a price I would guess around 29k.

provench

Sketches sure, but I think based on recent past what we see in "concept" at the auto show this time is likely to be pretty darn close. I am psyched to see this thing.

heyitsme

Looking forward to seeing the interior, hope it pushes the limits of design where Acura seems to really excel. If it has this 3/4 rear view from canadiandriver with a tsx front end it will be pretty damn cool, but from the sketches it looks like a sedan hatchback. Exterior reminds me of a 4 door opel astra

provench

Wow - good call on that comparison Just slap a TSX/TL front end on that Open with 2 more doors and call it the RDX

titan

Nice lil sketch. If they can manage to adhere to both the interior and exterior sketches, it'll be another runaway success for them. It'll eat up (sales wise, that is) both the X3 and X-Class, IMO. Still missing that V8 flagship, though.

titan

The sooner the better. It'll lend legitimacy to claims of sportiness, and SH-AWD is simply great tech in it's own right.

heyitsme

I wouldn't expect this to be more than a TSX hatch, well thats all it looks like.

phile

The visual comparison is dead on. But keep in mind that in sketches, Honda typically give the cars a swept back look. I don't expect the production model to be so rakish in the front and in the windshield area. It'll probably stand a little more upright and the ground clearance higher than in these sketches.

titan

True. But look at the G and FX... the FX is nothing more than a G with a hump on the back. I think it'll do well.

jcg878

Hopefully the foglights will be aimed better in the production version

brutus

I don't know... this sketch of the RL looks awefully close to the production version. Obviously the squat look with huge wheels are typical of sketches, but I expect the sketch will shadow the model they display at the show, especially since it is coming from the Acura camp themselves unlike some other sketches that the major auto mags show as examples of what the vehicle might look like.

Now any word leaking about the drivetrain?... could we see SHAWD?... 3rd row seating... or some sort of flexible seating configuration?

B.

heyitsme

Why would u see 3rd row seating in a smaller than mdx vehicle? 2nd, who cares if it has shawd, what are you going to do laps in a cute ute? God, I hope shawd doesn't take on the bs meaning vtec has.

Stevens24

Everything I have heard is that it will be a very performance oriented SUV. It will be equipped with the SH-AWD system as well as high HP (240-260) five passenger. Slated to hit showrooms late fall of 05. All info is subject to change.

provench

One thing to keep in mind is target price ... if it is gonna be 30K, let's all don't hold expectations above and beyond the 40K current MDX. It's also pretty much impossible to think it'll have a 3rd seat unless the MDX goes HUGE on the next redesign. This thing being CRV based should give an idea on size and my guess is IMA is a long'ish shot at first, with SH-AWD being unlikely for a 30K sport SUV

provench

But one thing is for sure ... Stevens24 is gonna get an early shot at the window sticker for us

brutus

Key word flexible seating option... not necessarily a 'traditional' "3rd row" per se... Honda does come up with some neat ideas.

It is supposed to be performance oriented so why not SHAWD... that would make perfect sense... from all indications it will not be a "cute ute" but a crossover type of performance sporty suv-wagon.

Of course until we see the darn thing everything is speculation.

B.

Fibonacci

AUTOWEEK Crossover Dresser: Acura's RD-X sport ute concept to make Detroit show debut
Posted Date: 12/17/04

Acura’s going crossover with it’s upcoming RD-X Concept, set to make its first appearance on the world stage at this year’s Detroit show. The concept will loosely represent a look at Acura’s upcoming SUV, set go on sale in 2006 and likely to slot below the MD-X in pricing as a Acura’s entry-level sport ute. The goal, like many crossover-type vehicles, is to combine sports sedan performance with the added space and other attributes people crave in SUVs.

Acura is said to be packing plenty of performance and technology bits into the RD-X Concept. The vehicle’s styling features a wide track and bold fender flares. On the inside, the wood and leather interior is ‘based on the feeling of an upscale loft apartment’ according to Acura.


I will return from a two-week jaunt to the Far East in time for the NAIAS - will try to post pics in a timely fashion.

Godwhacker

Hmmmm....does this mean the dashboard is going to be made out of granite or Corian?

iNteGraz92

it's not realistic?

i think it looks pretty damn close to the sketch

98AccordEx

Found a link to this on VTEC.net. Somebody attended a event and sneaked a few crappy cell phone pics.

http://www.honda-acura.net/forums/sh...10#post2082510

Front end looks like the TSX and MDX had a kid. The height seems like a tall wagon or crossover rather than the CR-V height,

EdgarFanCLS

Can't wait to see it for real. If it's good looking and a decent value I might look to replace my wife's Matrix for an RDX when the time comes.

TSX 'R' US

Interesting.... kinda radical looking...

dom

Looks very short and I don't don't see a five point grille. Looks more rectangular.