dnd2984

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I like it, but do wish it was a bit longer like the 4g TL, and yes the rear reminds me the ILX. Lets hope the production version isn't too different.

Bzal1122

Try putting the passat in place of the jetta. Looks the same to me. Same lines

WolfieRules

I need to see interior, new tech goodies, but VERY interested in 6 cyl with 9 speed auto and 4 wheel steering.....sounds like fun.


Someone said wished it was longer like a 4G TL....same wheelbase and only 3 inches overall shorter....doesn't matter that much.


I think the Jewel eye headlights are somewhat bizarre looking though.

weather

I am a 4G owner and I am drooling since yesterday!! I have already sent an e-mail to my dealership to make sure that as soon as they can do an order, to put one down for me in white!! That is how much I love this car, even if I haven't seen the production car nor its interior

islandbeef

The reporters say it's the same length as the older model TL and I hear it's based on the Accord. Should I assume generous rear leg room for the growing kids or just get an RLX?

Glashub

Why weather? Why?

Treblig

Weather, I did the same thing! Well actually, I am to be the first in line when they begin production on the 2016 model.

weather

*lol* Cause I think this thing is as sexy as can be! Look at the buzz this thing is creating and from people who have been bashing Acura for years. I know its not perfect but the best we have seen in a LONG time from Acura. If it looks this good in photos, imagine in the flesh....and with PALE skin (WHITE)

You are I are way too much alike!! Except I will have you beat with the 2015 model but at least you can use my photos this time to help you decide if you want to copy me rather than me copying you like last time *lol*

Treblig

This time I will follow your lead

weather

^^ Glad to return the favor!! You and KeithL helped me when I bought my 2012....This time, its my turn to help

KarKraze

Now we will have to visit you on the 5G sub forum .

The TLX is a very nice car,i it would come in a twin turbo version.

weather

^^ or you could drive out East and check it out in person I can't wait for the 5G section and I will be excited if I was the first 5G owner in my hometown, which by judging on how unpopular Acura is, this could well happen.

I suspect that Acura will do much much better with this generation than the the 4G which means that our TLXX won't be as unique but oh well...C'est la vie.

Acura_Dude

Im excited to see the production version.

jason60050

I think the new TLX looks incredible. The only thing that worries me is with all the new tech goodies and the new power trains I have a feeling the price will be raised quite a bit.

KarKraze

LOL, i will need the BBQ,Hoegaarden and country music after that drive.

Looking forward to the 5G sub section,i am sure members will be eager to mod what is already a good looking car.

The TLX along with the RDX and MDX will do good things for Acura.

I will be going to the Toronto International Auto Show held between Feb 14 to 23 and will definitely be looking at the TLX.

weather

I am going to the Mtl car show next week but I doubt it will be there....that's OK though, I'd likely be like a groupie at the Acura booth if they did! It would be weird to be escorted out by security *lol*

MyBlackBeauty

You must like Kronenbourg Blanc too.

compewterbleu

Well, everyone wanted more and they appear to be delivering. But now folks want it cheap too, wild. So far Acura has been solid for me so why stray for the sake of a badge or status? Especially when the TLX looks so promising. I'm spoiled by the SH-AWD so much that when driving other cars I miss the riding on rails affect.

MyBlackBeauty

I am glad they offered all those features because that's what the Q50 was launched with. Now the TLX can go Head2Head with the Q50. It is a nice looking car indeed.

compewterbleu

I don't care for the looks of the Q50 and the name makes me think of the SUV. The secret sauce that Acura has is the SH-AWD and PAWS (which I'd like see how this drives). I didn't set my expectations to high nor was I preparing for a disaster, but this things looks like it's got the goods.

MyBlackBeauty

SH-AWD is awesome.

Tonyware

I'll go this Saturday. Hope the new TLX is there. Maybe they made more than one for shows. Who knows maybe the NSX and the higher end RLX with the electric motors will be there too. I can't find any info on-line. All I could find was a few pics of the floor of the palais des congres with boxes, unpacking. Maybe the TLX is in one of those boxes in little pieces

PS. According to this page http://www.acura.ca/autoshow they'll have the TLX in Toronto, February 14-23.

weather

^^ Tony....Hope you will have fun! I am looking forward to it as well. I doubt the TLX will be there, they will likely keep it for the Toronto show but that's OK.

nothome17

WOW.. Bigger version of the ILX. Fugly..

Steven Bell

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From the side, it looks like a Lexus.

I've never liked cars that look like everything else on the street. That's why I like my Type S (and my Stingray).

All the gadgetry is great, the all wheel drive is great. But I'm a guy-guys are visually stimulated. This looks like a Lexus and/or everything else on the road.

JM2010 SH-AWD

Our '13 Accord has tremendous rear leg room; an inch or two more than my TL. I assume the TLX will have ample leg room as well.

Ken1997TL

Love my '13 Accord for that back seat room. The TSX wagon I had simply didn't fit adults.

07wdptl-s

Same here the q50 steering wheel and paddle shifters are ugly as poop why are the shifters so huge.

07wdptl-s

I actually love it a bigger ilx but with a is350 rear end loved the way they morphed the 2 together great job acura.

SDSilverM3

Two days later... still looks like crap.

121traffic

I think it looks great! My main gripe I hope they change is getting rid of the paddle shifters. Or maybe leave them in for use during a "D" mode downshift on the highway. As for "S" mode, however, I would much rather have a lateral engagement in the center stick. While I can work the wheel with one hand, when you're in heavier turns sometimes, your hands have to shift position on the wheel, and I can't realistically move my hands to get to where I can tap those paddles to match the downshift with the accelerator. With performance driving, it's a much more natural skill to work the wheel with one hand while your other taps the center stick to manipulate your gear.

So I guess the ideal would be to have an option for both.

jusrushem

looks like a Kia Optima. I might get one, as the gm of acura of honolulu has told me that he will let me know when it comes. I lost my 010 tl to a accident. Bastards crushed my car, & dug out.

FredS

IMO looks great. Do want to see the interior. I hope Acura got rid of the emergency brake handle on the center console. It is in the way and an eye sore. I have never used mine. Acura states best mpg in it's class. Anticipating what those numbers will be. Also expecting some useful and fun new tech features. Please make it in a coupe. Can tell by the lines that would be a hit. CLX

nothome17

It's inconceivable to me that they continue trying to make this derpy chrome V shield thing work. It's been horrible forever. They need a new idea...

a35tl

To some it's horrible. To others it's good looking. I happen to really like it especially on the '12 and up Acura models. The TLX has an awesome front end in my opinion.

Tonyware

All they have in Montreal is the RLX golf cart version

http://www.newswire.ca/en/story/1290...onal-auto-show

Also they have the new Civic Si Coupe... that forgive me for saying looks more like an SUV than a sports coupe. Oh well, sometimes I think Honda is trying to make Acura look good by messing up Honda - lol.

And a note to make about this thread that may contradict what I myself wrote above but what the heck:

I just have a hard time believing that when you put a bunch of the best engineers and best product managers together and give them a reasonable budget... they'll come up with crap (as the title of this thread implies). Knowing first hand how complex engineering can be and how intellectual property and business can mess up everything, and seeing what these Honda/Acura teams of business, engineering, marketing, have accomplished in the past, I think they deserve just a little bit of credit for their efforts.

Others just give up. Unlike these teams that still live with the spirit of Soichiro Honda and his philosophy that 99% of success is failure.

KeithL

Infiniti's approach to,paddle shifters is they are mounted to the column so they do not move, so by being long you can get to them regardless of how titled you have the steering wheel. My M37S had them and I loved the look and feel.

KeithL

I agree, although the current beak is far less offensive that the shield versions.

dano

I think it looks great. Could it have been better? Yes. But it looks much better than what I was fearing it was going to look like. I particularly like the smaller size, more like a Gen 3. Good design is all about proportion and I think Acura got it right. They maintained the Gen 4's wheelbase in a car that is 8" shorter. Almost perfect!

Colin

I agree, I wish they were fixed on the column and/or also on the gearshift. Having them turn with the wheel doesn't seem like a good idea unless you're in a F1 car.