Your point being? Acura pretty much answered all our wishes, just need to wait for it.

 

It was also reported today that this summer's new RDX will allow for "over the air" software updates (like Tesla does). If this technology is ported over to other future model changes- that will be a nice step forward for Acura to constantly enhance products once released.

 

It true, this is awesome!!!

 

Agreed.

One important thing to note here is the current design of the TLX dash used the Accord design philosophy (same two screen layout) - then made some tweaks to it. Call it Honda+ if you like. Now compare the design of the new Accord dash with the design of the new RDX and we see TWO COMPLETELY DIFFERENT DESIGNS. It looks like we have an Acura design and a Honda design. Not Honda+ in this case. I'd be shocked if the next gen TLX doesn't follow with the RDX design philosophy.

 

Being a huge Acura fan, I can only be enthusiastic about this. :-)

 

 

Never owned an SUV, but I have to say I want the new RDX - from what i've seen. Love the 1-1 mapping of a convenient touch pad for the display screen, the improved 3D ELS system, actual wood and brushed aluminum, etc. etc. It also looks great inside and out! It makes sense they seriously improve their bread and butter SUVs. If they have many of these features in a new TLX when my lease comes up, it will be a toss up.

 

Ha - I've never owned an SUV either - but my wife bought a 2016 CRV and I have to say I really enjoy it. The new RDX looks like a major step up from the CRV - I may be tempted in a few years!

 

Ah good point, my bad. But if they decide to give us 360lbft, can only say yes please lol

 

Nice to see Acura on the path. I still hate the button shifter and a whole lot of prime real estate was given to drive mode. Both strike me as form over function. It looks overall like a nice step forward.

Will be interesting to see how the design choices work out in the real world.

 

That's exactly what I'm thinking. I have not considered a SUV in the search of a new car but the RDX might make things interesting.

It looks like the driver will be able to operate the infotainment system without leaning forward for the touch screen on many other cars which is a huge plus. The 3D ELS is also a big draw for me. I can't wait to see some reviews on how this thing drives.

 

 

Oo man, I'm really excited for the direction of Acura! Hope they can truly deliver once it actually goes into production!

 

 

If it makes you feel any better, it's a CUV, not a SUV .

 

Most interesting thing to me was the SH-AWD has a new differential to handle 150 lb/ft more torque. That is significant as far as the next gen TLX goes......

 

Did you notice what looks like an ASpec bumper? I wonder if that was an accident to release.

 

^Honestly that's a great angle. The RDX may be the "TL" of the CUVs when released, sporty + fun + affordable.

 

Might be a prototype bumper.

 

I thought the same thing, but here's what it looks like in Detroit. Thought it was interesting. . .

 

 

Ha - good catch! I think you may have just broken the embargo for the A-Spec bumper to be announced later this year!

 

Since we're talking ASpec. Crude Photoshop, blacked out chrome and body color side sill. I love it without the chrome.

 

Also see


https://blog.caranddriver.com/acura-confirms-return-of-type-s-nameplate-plus-a-new-and-exclusive-turbo-v-6/

I think the trademark deinatly confirms it!

 

 

Don't think they are ready to publish the numbers yet. Agree is 40% of what number. Depending on how they tune it is could be all in by 1200/1300RPM a very good thing. Also the ACURA equivalents of the JB4 will give whatever the factory delivers a major additional boost (pun intended) for minimal dollars.

 

WOW. I just watched some videos on the 19 RDX and correct, Acura finally took its head out of its ass. Wife is stoked as her lease is up in October. My TLX lease is also up then and I may decide to extend it a year to hold out to see what the 20 TLX looks like since maybe the V6 Turbo May land there or a RLX replacement. Glad to see SH-AWD back in the RDX.

 

i think they said 150% more torque capacity, and I believe that's for comparing with the current rdx.

The 10AT seems like a decent transmission so far based on reviewed..Not sure about its reliability but it shifts fast and wouldn't have the same jerking issue as a dct. Having said that, I believe honda is developing a new 11 speed triple clutch tranny.

For the 2.0t, it'd a bread and butter engine choice for Acura going forward. So IMo a fancy tranny isn't really needed. Perhaps for the 3.0T though, may be we will see that new tranny.

I agree with most here, that this rdx goes far more than just. Honda plus. It got its own exclusive platform (front and rear portions are unique to the rdx, and the middle portion is similar to the one in the civic, accord , crv. This allows the car to fit a V6 and SHAWD). This isn't like before where almost everything in the Acura line up is on Honda platforms.

 

Well one thing for sure is that I will not be buying the current TLX now that I see what the new RDX offers.

I was thinking about getting rid of my Fusion this year but I think I'll get a ECU tune and soldier on until 2G TLX comes out with all the goodies.

 

But... You can only get a 1.5L engine in the new CRV!?! It's not a motorcycle, right? I mean if they had had the 2.0T as an option in the CRV when I visited the dealer, I'd own one already.

 

The 1.5T is better than the old 2.4L. Torque is a wonderful thing.

 

My dad is looking for a new car as well and just like you if the CR-V has the 2.0T from the Accord he would have bought one already.

I'm hoping that Acura is back for good, not just for a few years and then drift off. Technology is moving so quickly these days it's easy to fall behind if you don't plan a new model or mid cycle refresh perfectly.

 

Volvo does this now somewhat. You can update the maps every 6 months or so as well as apps. Soon hopefully they'll support OTA for the major system updates. I hope the TLX gets OTAs.

 

This is all great news. Now can I hold out until the next gen tlx arrives?? Ugh. I really wish we would get updates in 2019.

 

Yeah, the drive mode really did need the change to being a dial that you turn instead of a button you press mutiple times - but, I agree, it's ridiculous how much space they gave it.

 

I know right? I'm hoping Acura doesn't keep us waiting for too long.

 

Think people should drive the 1.5 against the engine its replacing then make a decision. If you are not used to the low end torque of a turbo the engine size can mislead you.

 

Nothing but good stuff so far, nicely done Acura. The 10sp is the only true question mark.

 

Lol! you are indeed misleaded. That 'torque' is a big [flat] joke. An Accord 2.4 is quicker than a 1.5, NOT the contrary.

https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews...-manual-review
https://www.caranddriver.com/reviews...al-test-review

 

It looks much lower and wider then the current RDX. I really like it. Prob trade the MDX in come summer.