MyBlackBeauty

Many people including myself have been holding on to their decision waiting for the reveal of the TLX. Has anyone changed their mind and decided to go with another option? I know I have.

The alternate doesn't have to be an exact competitor. Could be anything.

C8N

If I was in the market, I would be crunching numbers on a Lexus GS F Sport to see if I can afford it.

MyBlackBeauty

Have you driven it?

I test drove a 2013 GS350 AWD (not the F Sport) and let's just say my 2011 TL SH-AWD was a much superior car.

C8N

Nope... only thing I have done was to sit in it and I then saw the MSRP, drooled and went home.

I've also read some comments that the SH-AWD handled better than the regular GS AWD version but also read that F Sport was a different beast altogether.

amill

Lol. There is a pretty big difference between the f sport and regular gs.

potmilkz

Q50 Eau Rouge

MyBlackBeauty

It's possible. Sports suspension makes a big difference. I Love the interior though, I have to give it to GS350. It's very luxurious and the seats are like a couch. Also, love the 12 inch screen. Test drive and let us know

MyBlackBeauty

I am sure there is as reviewers have been raving about it.

MyBlackBeauty

We are talking about cars that exist LMAO!

mondster

OP u just got a zdx. Are u planning to trade it in? Not happy with it?

C8N

Yep... I also loved the interior on the GS... and I know I am in the minority but I even loved the mouse thingie

For my financial well being... I don't think I should test drive the F Sport.

MyBlackBeauty

I LOVE it but I want new love now

MyBlackBeauty

I have placed an order for a 2014 Mercedes-Benz E250 4MATIC Bluetec with all options/packages available. It will be built to spec for me and will arrive in 3 months.

ressling

I considered a WRX STi prior to pulling the trigger on my 2012 TL SH-AWD, but I didn't want to wait around for a used one, and buying new wasn't in my budget.

yooin14

I decided to get TLX.

jason60050

I don't want to tell you how to spend your money but you have got to be getting killed going through cars that's quick...

weather

Congrats on your new purchase....its always exciting to get something new. I wish you lots of enjoyment out of your new Mercedes and please, stay a regular member and update us on it from time to time.

MyBlackBeauty

Thanks. I still have my Acura for another 3 months. I will be here

MyBlackBeauty

I don't want to die rich but thanks for your concern.

MyBlackBeauty

It's a nice looking car

MyBlackBeauty

2012 TL SH-AWD is an amazing car. Enjoy

ostrich

I have test-driven the GS F Sport. While I really liked the interior (it was beautifully designed and crafted), the noise level was not as low as I expected and I would only drive it in the Sport mode - the Sport mode was just barely that sporty but still quite nice, while the regular mode was just way too soft.

Overall, I did not see that as a huge upgrade from my 2012 TL Elite (Advance in US) and I actually like the sportiness of my SH-AWD more so I gave up that idea....

I was all set on a sporty SUV or sport wagon.... that was, until I saw this TLX!!! Now, I would like to have a RED one (like the prototype's colour) with 3.5 V6 SH-AWD!!! Yes, I did change my mind.... I was not sure about getting another Acura sedan, but now I want a TLX!!!!!!!!!!!!! :-)

MyBlackBeauty

I am not surprised. The TL is a phenomenal car. The only car that I felt was better than my TL was the 2013 Audi A6 3.0T. That car is a rocket. Even the 535i isn't as responsive/fun as the TL.

compewterbleu

Not having seen the interior and based up what I know pf the tech/specs so far Audi, BMW, Lexus, MB nor Infiniti would be rolling out of my driveway.

MyBlackBeauty

Could you please elaborate?

RosieQ

I leased a 328i sportline just before this announcement, so I'll sit on the sidelines for the next 3 years. That being said, this looks like a good car, and maybe even a great car. I'll be sure to check it out once the new model kinks are worked out. If Honda/Acura incorporates some of that winning Accord Hybrid technology into a good blend performance/efficiency hybrid I'll be very interested. This and BMW have the only cars on the market that really interest me at this point. I suspect that if Tesla does come through with it's 35k entry car in 3 years as promised I'll also look very carefully at that time (till then it's just Tesla stock for me .

BMW: Really great blend of aesthetics, comfort, performance and efficiency
Mercedes: Putting out some beautiful cars lately but I don't like their interiors
Audi: Also beautiful exteriors, A4 feels a little small inside, bad lease deals, concerns about reliability (yes, even more so than BMW, which at least has the warranty support)
Infiniti: Reasonable exteriors and reasonable interiors but lost the value pitch and not it's cheaper to go BMW and for a better car at that. Also terrible fuel economy and reports of tech problems all over with the new models.

MyBlackBeauty

Congrats on the new car. Enjoy it

My problem with BMWs is that no matter which one you sit in, they all look/feel the same. Interior wise, a 7 series is just a bigger 3 series. Exterior wise, a 5 series is just a bigger 3 series. They even look identical. I have mistaken one for the other so many times. But whatever lifts your skirt

KarKraze

Congrats on the Benz,it is a very nice vehicle and you should enjoy it.

My son has an older C 320 and is very pleased with it .

KeithL

I left for Audi and have no regrets. Would I want to come back to Acura next time, maybe. The TLX styling as a prototype is nice, but we all know the front and rear fascias will be tamed down. Also the Interior will likely be RLX/MDX like and of course I expect the head unit to be similar as well. To me Acura is still catching up, sure they are getting the styling act together, but the next wave is the tech. Look at all the Tech the competitors are adding both in the way of connected apps and other car tech. Acura is doing well on the car tech, but the head unit is so antiquated. My Audi MMI is further advanced and Audi is about to roll out more advancements next year. I look at what Hyundai is showing off for the new Genesis and again Acura is lagging. If they can get the head unit more advanced then I see myself coming back, otherwise sorry probably will stay Audi or maybe even try that new Genesis.

JT4

Congrats on the E.. It's going to be a long 3 months for you...

MyBlackBeauty

I have driven a 2013 A6 3.0T and it has phenomenal acceleration. Gives me that roller coaster feeling in the stomach. The only other time I felt that was in the Tesla Model S.

I had a 2014 MDX as loaner when my car was in for service for 3 weeks and the AcuraLink just sucks and when I told them, they simply agreed with me saying they have been having problems and are working on it.

Good thing they are working on it and they are aware but even if they can fix the glitches, the interface itself is just bad. The interface on upto 2013 was great.

Audi's MMI is pretty awesome

Audi is working on an android tablet in partnership with google. I bet you didn't know that

MyBlackBeauty

I will be fine because I really love my ZDX and will enjoy it till then.

TeamAcura

The new Genesis does not do it for me. Particularly the front end, what is up with all these wide mouth grilles?? It looked cool at first but now it's on almost every car! It's a copy cat industry. Almost every manufacturer are going with the trend and not much innovation on the design side. I also find Audis rather bland in their designs. Too VWish to me. I love the technology in their cars though and I still lust over an S5 lol. Note that it is a coupe and not a 4 door.

TheBigPill

I'd recommend a Unicorn but not just any ol' Unicorn but one from Never-Never land. I hear they're quite easy to catch, and once "broke" quite amiable.

SinCityTLX

Your drunk.

pbacura

Good chance that a TLX will replace my 13 TL at lease end. Current TL feels a little too big, my 10 TSX was a little too small inside. Hoping that the TLX is just right. Main concern is the tranny, I am not happy with the 6sp auto. I hope that Acura does not have problems in this area as they have in the past. Nice styling though, conservative but muscular, particularly in the rear quarters can't wait to see it in person

Rocketsfan

The cars that have fallen by the wayside for me are plenty :


IS 350 - terrible mileage and oddball looks... I still like it, but don't love it.
ATS - love the design and handling. Don't love the random issues people have and randomly bad mileage figures they get.
Q50 - love the looks, but don't want to reboot my car every few miles and hold the steering wheel sideways to go straight.


I would've been in any of these 3 cars if there hadn't been enough wrong with them for me, but alas, I waited to see what the TLX looked like and so far, I'm glad I did. I'm hoping my car hangs on for a few more months ...

MyBlackBeauty

Go learn how to spell first.

g37guy01

I agree. I mean just look at the issues reported here on Acurazine. Why would I ever want to buy an acura after going through all of the issues and thoughts on this forum. Right? I never use forums to gauge real world problems. If you want to see what really is going on, use the NHTSA defect reporting site.

No doubt the Infiniti's offer a boat load of tech for a price, but after reading all of the information available, a Q50 hybrid would be my top contender for a replacement vehicle in this market segment.

No matter what anyone says about BMW, they have been in a resurgence. They sold almost 120K 3 and 4 series 2013.

George Knighton

The ZDX is really a very nice vehicle. It's a shame that the basic concept was so strange, and that they built the car for an audience that does not seem to really exist.

I don't think there are enough unmarried, middle aged engineers with Irish setters to have made building the ZDX a profitable venture.

But...it's hitting on all cylinders if you are somebody who can get beyond the weirdness of it.

The last year of it is an especially good buy, too. Lots of extra features and the 6 speed auto, without adding anything to the price.

Don't know why they wasted the effort improving the ZDX for its last model year, but there's a thousand of so people who are glad they did!

:-)