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Old Apr 24, 2015 | 05:23 PM
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Anyone spotted the new RDX?

According to acura.com it should have been at the dealership last week, but apparently it's nowhere.
Are they hiding it trying to sell the 2015 leftover?

please let the forum know if you see it somewhere.
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Old Apr 24, 2015 | 08:14 PM
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I emailed one of the local dealerships and they stated they won't be getting them until late May.
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Old Apr 24, 2015 | 10:17 PM
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I find that most inventory gets posted to places like cars.com. As of right now, there are over 6600 2015 RDXs all over the country and about 15 2016 models, none of which have pics, so who really knows if the dealers actually have them. Bottom line, you can't buy one just yet.
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Old Apr 24, 2015 | 10:21 PM
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Originally Posted by panamera125
I find that most inventory gets posted to places like cars.com. As of right now, there are over 6600 2015 RDXs all over the country and about 15 2016 models, none of which have pics, so who really knows if the dealers actually have them. Bottom line, you can't buy one just yet.
Wish I was in the market for a 2015 cause there going to be making some sweet deals to get rid of that inventory.
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Old Apr 25, 2015 | 02:05 AM
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I saw one 2 days ago (Las Vegas), it was unmistakably a 2016, LED headlights were so obvious, I noticed it right away.
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Old Apr 26, 2015 | 02:26 AM
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Originally Posted by panamera125
I find that most inventory gets posted to places like cars.com. As of right now, there are over 6600 2015 RDXs all over the country and about 15 2016 models, none of which have pics, so who really knows if the dealers actually have them. Bottom line, you can't buy one just yet.
There are 36 now. The closest is about 650 miles from me. So they are rolling out. But these might just be cars on the way to these dealers.

http://www.cars.com/for-sale/searchr...Y&ldId=&rpp=50

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Old Apr 26, 2015 | 05:46 PM
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I'm just wondering how come non-authorized dealers such as cars.com are able to sell new cars? Were do they get the inventory from? I thought all the factory made cars would be initially sold through Acura dealers only and others would be be selling used cars...???
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Old Apr 26, 2015 | 07:56 PM
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I'm just wondering how come non-authorized dealers such as cars.com are able to sell new cars? Were do they get the inventory from? I thought all the factory made cars would be initially sold through Acura dealers only and others would be be selling used cars...???
A lot of those listed on cars.com are Acura dealers. But I noticed that some of the details aren't accurate; one lists a Pearl Blue Base RDX, but there is no such thing. Blue is only available on the Tech or Advance, and it's not pearl.
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Old Apr 26, 2015 | 08:33 PM
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Originally Posted by Comfy
I'm just wondering how come non-authorized dealers such as cars.com are able to sell new cars? Were do they get the inventory from? I thought all the factory made cars would be initially sold through Acura dealers only and others would be be selling used cars...???
They are not selling these through Cars.com. They are merely listing what dealers are reporting to them. If you want to buy one you have to contact the dealer listed.

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A lot of those listed on cars.com are Acura dealers. But I noticed that some of the details aren't accurate; one lists a Pearl Blue Base RDX, but there is no such thing. Blue is only available on the Tech or Advance, and it's not pearl.
That one listed as a "Base" in Blue Pearl has an MSRP of $41,190 so it is not a base. It is a Tech with Acura Watch.
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Old Apr 26, 2015 | 09:13 PM
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^Yeah, it's definitely just the way they get put into cars.com

Cool to see all the VIN numbers, though. They're all 000xxx at this point
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Old Apr 26, 2015 | 11:02 PM
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Originally Posted by panamera125
^Yeah, it's definitely just the way they get put into cars.com

Cool to see all the VIN numbers, though. They're all 000xxx at this point
This is the highest VIN I saw... 5J8TB3H58GL000315. So they are rolling off the line.
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Old Apr 26, 2015 | 11:08 PM
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Haven't yet where I'm at and there's quite a few Acuras on the roads here. But, I usually see MDXes and TLs.
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Old Apr 27, 2015 | 10:43 AM
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The dealer in Hoover, AL said to expect them to arrive the second week of May.
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Old Apr 27, 2015 | 02:50 PM
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There are a lot of '15's on most all Acura lots. I'm sure some great deals on these. Obviously buyers waiting for the '16's to hit...instead of buying a '15....even though they hit sales records this past year.


So many complaints from "some"....but, there is no perfect vehicle. This RDX has been great and I'm sure the '16 will be even better. Yes, the rear amplitude shocks got a little harsh in the winter, but, never failed. Great SUV for the money. High resale value...attested to by what I got for my '13. Quality....overall for most all owners....has been high. No issues with mine for 3 years.



Courtesy Acura in Littleton, CO. has 3 '16's on the ground. I have one "on order"...an Advance AWD, white with parchment. Don't know when it is due. They don't either..LOL!! Trading my '13 AWD Tech. It was flawless for almost 3 yrs of ownership. My wife and I love it and know we will really love the new one with all the upgrades.

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Old Apr 27, 2015 | 03:14 PM
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VIN's on the 3 in Colorado are 304, 327, and 342.
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Old Apr 27, 2015 | 08:07 PM
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Saw a few posts of the new RDX on Instagram:





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Old Apr 27, 2015 | 08:12 PM
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I think the day they went "on sale" was the same day they started rolling off the line at East Liberty so it's going to take a little while for dealers to get them still.
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Old Apr 28, 2015 | 10:51 AM
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Originally Posted by xdothedew
Saw a few posts of the new RDX on Instagram:
Checking on Instagram... clever idea!
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Old Apr 28, 2015 | 10:52 AM
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Another one. They are rolling out!

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Old Apr 28, 2015 | 02:33 PM
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My mistake on the 3 "on the ground" in Littleton, CO. They are to arrive approx. 5 May. Acura put them on the dealer's web site when the VIN's were assigned to them.


I got my VIN...just don't know when it will arrive.
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Old Apr 28, 2015 | 06:34 PM
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Originally Posted by giovane
Another one. They are rolling out!

No foglights or is this a lessor model?
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Old Apr 28, 2015 | 07:19 PM
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Originally Posted by BLEXV6
No foglights or is this a lessor model?
Looks like foglights are standard only on the Advance Package now. It is available as an accessory add-on (LED) for the other models.

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Old Apr 28, 2015 | 07:49 PM
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About the fog lights... I think halogen bulbs are standard on the Advance with the LEDs being an option on all of the trims. Just did a quick check and when building an Advanced model if you select the LED fog light option the appearance of the fogs changes on the car.

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Old Apr 29, 2015 | 07:53 AM
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Haven't seen any media "first drive" reviews of the 2016 RDX yet. Usually there are a few when a new model goes on sale.
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Old Apr 29, 2015 | 08:02 AM
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About the fog lights... I think halogen bulbs are standard on the Advance with the LEDs being an option on all of the trims. Just did a quick check and when building an Advanced model if you select the LED fog light option the appearance of the fogs changes on the car.
You might be right...
This is a picture of the "Fog Light" on an Advance model from the Acura website. Is that a regular bulb in there?

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Old Apr 29, 2015 | 02:38 PM
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More pics

New 2016 Acura RDX For Sale | Farmington Hills MI

New 2016 Acura RDX For Sale | Farmington Hills MI
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Old Apr 29, 2015 | 04:19 PM
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The non-advance wheels don't look to bad in those pictures.
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Old Apr 29, 2015 | 07:44 PM
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Originally Posted by Colorado Guy AF Ret.
There are a lot of '15's on most all Acura lots. I'm sure some great deals on these. Obviously buyers waiting for the '16's to hit...instead of buying a '15....even though they hit sales records this past year.


So many complaints from "some"....but, there is no perfect vehicle. This RDX has been great and I'm sure the '16 will be even better. Yes, the rear amplitude shocks got a little harsh in the winter, but, never failed. Great SUV for the money. High resale value...attested to by what I got for my '13. Quality....overall for most all owners....has been high. No issues with mine for 3 years.



Courtesy Acura in Littleton, CO. has 3 '16's on the ground. I have one "on order"...an Advance AWD, white with parchment. Don't know when it is due. They don't either..LOL!! Trading my '13 AWD Tech. It was flawless for almost 3 yrs of ownership. My wife and I love it and know we will really love the new one with all the upgrades.
Just wondering how good of resale value....? How many miles in (3) years of driving?
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Old Apr 30, 2015 | 09:38 AM
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Originally Posted by VinceCL
About the fog lights... I think halogen bulbs are standard on the Advance with the LEDs being an option on all of the trims. Just did a quick check and when building an Advanced model if you select the LED fog light option the appearance of the fogs changes on the car.
Yeah not sure its worth the $842 purchase that Acura is listing these for on their website as an accessory. Just like you stated the top of the line Advance model comes with fog lights and I can only really see it being feasible to purchase these on an RDX where they don't come standard and you really want fog lights.



Does anyone have any experience with these LED fog lights on any other Acura model? I'm considering getting an RDX with the Advance package and am wondering how much of an improvement, if any, they are over the standard fog lights?
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Old Apr 30, 2015 | 09:56 AM
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Best way to go is getting standard fog lights and later buying high power led bulbs from third parties. I did it with my old Bmw.
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Old Apr 30, 2015 | 10:23 AM
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^^^^
Agreed.

I use these on my TSX... Philips LED
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Old Apr 30, 2015 | 10:27 AM
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Originally Posted by CybrRdr
^^^^
Agreed.

I use these on my TSX... Philips LED
Do they match color temperature with jewel leds?
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Old Apr 30, 2015 | 10:49 AM
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Originally Posted by giovane
Do they match color temperature with jewel leds?
Not sure. These are 6000k and my guess is the jewel eye leds are somewhere @ 5500k-6000k.
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Old Apr 30, 2015 | 01:18 PM
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Some new photos of WDP:




























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Old Apr 30, 2015 | 01:44 PM
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Just curious... which Acura Dealership is this?
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Old Apr 30, 2015 | 01:49 PM
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Originally Posted by CybrRdr
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Just curious... which Acura Dealership is this?
Superior Acura of Dayton, OH
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Old Apr 30, 2015 | 02:16 PM
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Originally Posted by xdothedew
Saw a few posts of the new RDX on Instagram:





Are the front and rear bumper located vent openings functional or just for looks other than when the fronts have fog lights mounted in the corners?
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Old Apr 30, 2015 | 02:43 PM
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The interior continues to disappoint me. They should've added some contrasting bits. This is how Acura should be doing light-colored interiors, IMO:



Interior of the 2016 Honda HR-V

Don't get me wrong: In the RDX, I think the dashboard is fine. It's the rest of the interior I don't like.
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Old Apr 30, 2015 | 02:47 PM
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Originally Posted by sumoto
Are the front and rear bumper located vent openings functional or just for looks other than when the fronts have fog lights mounted in the corners?
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As far as I can tell they're made out of solid, molded plastic. No air can pass through them.
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My local dealer in Nashua NH shows one '16 on their inventory - a WDP AWD Advance - VIN ending in 0600. Not sure if they have it or not....

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