Moved on from TLX
03-01-2018, 12:24 PM
#41
IMO the A-Spec was a bit of a “soft reverse” if that makes sense, vs say coming out with a true type S. However the new RDX is definitely a sign that they reversed the trend. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve read on here “Acura vehicle X was great but that infotainment setup was a deal breaker”. But more than that, Acura could have kept the J35 and CRV faux wheel drive system and did minimal changes because the RDX continued to sell 50k+ units year after year. But instead they put in a 2.0T and brought back SH-AWD. That alone speaks volumes to me.
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03-01-2018, 12:53 PM
#42
CTSV,TL, Audi Q7 & A5SB
IMO the A-Spec was a bit of a “soft reverse” if that makes sense, vs say coming out with a true type S. However the new RDX is definitely a sign that they reversed the trend. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve read on here “Acura vehicle X was great but that infotainment setup was a deal breaker”. But more than that, Acura could have kept the J35 and CRV faux wheel drive system and did minimal changes because the RDX continued to sell 50k+ units year after year. But instead they put in a 2.0T and brought back SH-AWD. That alone speaks volumes to me.
But yeah, a true Type S with let's say 350HP, that would be a true reversal.
03-01-2018, 01:19 PM
#43
Makes sense, but for me, the A-Spec made me take notice, and makes me look twice when I see it, something the reg TLX model didn't do. I haven't driven one yet, but based on what previous owners of the regular TLX, who now own an A Spec have written on AZ, it seems that A-Spec is much more engaging to drive. So for me this is a good step in the right direction. Or as you call it a "soft reverse" LOL
But yeah, a true Type S with let's say 350HP, that would be a true reversal.
But yeah, a true Type S with let's say 350HP, that would be a true reversal.
03-01-2018, 02:37 PM
#44
Burning Brakes
03-01-2018, 03:59 PM
#45
Racer
I like the way the A Spec looks compared to the base models released first. I have still only seen 2 on the road and I live 5 miles from a dealer. I really don't have much negative to say about the looks (maybe the front logo is waaay too large). The deal breaker for me is the transmission and head unit. The navi is the same as my 2010. It's so outdated. And I won't take a gamble on the transmission even with the updates. Right now there are just other options out there that I like better
03-01-2018, 06:07 PM
#46
IMO the A-Spec was a bit of a “soft reverse” if that makes sense, vs say coming out with a true type S. However the new RDX is definitely a sign that they reversed the trend. I can’t tell you how many times I’ve read on here “Acura vehicle X was great but that infotainment setup was a deal breaker”. But more than that, Acura could have kept the J35 and CRV faux wheel drive system and did minimal changes because the RDX continued to sell 50k+ units year after year. But instead they put in a 2.0T and brought back SH-AWD. That alone speaks volumes to me.
I like the way the A Spec looks compared to the base models released first. I have still only seen 2 on the road and I live 5 miles from a dealer. I really don't have much negative to say about the looks (maybe the front logo is waaay too large). The deal breaker for me is the transmission and head unit. The navi is the same as my 2010. It's so outdated. And I won't take a gamble on the transmission even with the updates. Right now there are just other options out there that I like better
03-22-2018, 09:35 PM
#47
What color combo is it?
03-23-2018, 05:17 PM
#48
CR talks about owning a German vehicle long term(21:12 mins on the youtube video) & it's not pretty AND they are NOT gung ho about it.
I know now when to get rid of mine.
I know now when to get rid of mine.
03-27-2018, 08:38 AM
#49
Azine Jabroni
I'm not sure I care about the opinion of a company that bases data on ownership surveys.
03-27-2018, 11:30 AM
#50
Drifting
I think you can quibble with how CR rates problems (e.g., serious vs minor) but on the core issues of how many owners have had problems with specific systems (e.g., motor, transmission, trim, etc.,) based on large datasets that produce statistically significant results, I believe you have give their ratings a good degree of credence. CR's data, in my experience, match the anecdotal ownership experiences of our family and car enthusiast friends. One can always point to the exceptions to the rule, but overall, the top Japanese manufacturers -- Toyota and Honda -- have superior long-term reliability compared to other brands, although that gap is admittedly closing as to some brands/models. If you just rent a car for a few years and then move on before its out of warranty, you may not care, but for those who buy and hold a car for 8-10+ years, the differences are significant.
03-27-2018, 01:34 PM
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As you move up the food chain the number of people looking for an 8-10 year car dries up very quickly. Some special cars are always going to be keepers but DD's are replaced frequently.
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