Tony Pac

Agreed! but I am just going based on other manufacturers. If they are releasing the car last 2018 then yes it's too early and we have to be patient.

Nates NJTL

Unlikely a V6 is in the offing. Honda can spread the development costs of the 1.5L & 2.0L turbo 4s over a large base of product and with the amount of tech in cars today and pricing pressures, they need to save and take costs out wherever they can. The engine will be tuned a bit different but fundamentally the same as the Hondas.

ZipSpeed

I think there will a V6T coming. It just won't be for the RDX (think TLX Type-S, or an engine upgrade option for the RLX and MDX). Most semi-lux and lux manufacturers have a six-turbo option in their line up and if Acura ever wants to play in the same league, they're going to need something that's in between the 2.0T and the 3.5TT SH-SH-AWD in the NSX. A 2.0T SH-SH-AWD would be a viable alternative to a V6T as well.

Nexx

it will have slightly more power but gobbs and gobbs more torque throughout the power band.

chickdr

Really- care to cite a source? I have not seen any official releases for the power train in the 19 RDX...

justnspace

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Dude works for Honda/Acura.
Nexx has spoken to top heads at Acura. this we know.
what we dont know and what I suspect Nexx cant give; is the info we really want and need. release dates and exact power numbers.

so in the meantime; all we can do is wait and listen to Nexx give out half truths.
this is why speculation threads arent really fun....Sure it's fun to guess....but no one knows whats really going on behind the scenes

TacoBello

no one is asking you to post or even read in here, if speculation isn't fun for you.

ZipSpeed

By gobbs and gobbs, I'm hoping you mean the torque will be in excess of 300lb-ft!

MTD

The 2.0T in the Honda Avancier makes around 270/270 so Id think/hope that the newer RDX would improve on those numbers. That kind of tq down low in the powerband and the RDX could be quick.

The current version of the J35 is a dinosaur. But, the newer 3.5 GDI version used in the MDX and TLX would be a nice option to have. Why not offer 2 powerplants?

justnspace

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go hug tobey.

speculation is fun! the waiting part isnt fun. plus, who are YOU to tell me what I can and cannot do?

TacoBello

You *just* said above (post #326) that speculation threads aren't fun. And yet you're in here. I don't get it

Look, with 5 year life cycles, that leaves a whole lotta time for us to speculate. What else are we gonna do? Watch the grass grow?

Scott in AZ

Last week I heard from a senior mechanic at our Acura dealership that the model year 2019 redesign of the RDX will include a V6 engine. I don’t know of any way to verify this as true or not, but I am sure that he was sure of it. I think that’s great. The V6 is the main reason we chose an RDX over a Honda CRV. The new 2018 CRV is sure a great vehicle so I’m interested to see what else Acura to differentiate the RDX from the CRV. Anybody else heard this? Anyone else heard anything about timing on the MY19 RDX?

HotRodW

^ Corporate marketing reps can't even be trusted to tell the truth, largely because they often don't know the truth. If I can't trust the so-called "informed", I'll be damned if I'm going to take the word of a mechanic. Until there is credible evidence to the contrary, I'm still betting on an all-4-cylinder lineup.

RDX10

Most likely only one 4 cylinder engine option lineup too.

HotRodW

Agreed. Unless they offer a Sport Hybrid option, in which case they could pair the hybrid components with a smaller displacement 4-pot, or maybe an Atkinson-Cycle engine.

cheffip

My rumors for today courtesy of the District Sales Manager. Turbo only, no V-6. Slightly lower hp but more torque so power will come on faster.
A-spec model to appeal to enthusiasts (though no tweaks to engine so largely cosmetic). Availability (in Canada) in June/July. Let’s hope there’s a reveal in Detroit.

chickdr

i.e the new Accord 2.0T motor....

cheffip

I would say definitely. One other thing. He was really positive it would have a 10 speed transmission. That puzzles me. I don't think there's a 10 speed transmission out there in Honda/Acura land is there?

cheffip

My mistake ... there is a 10 speed on the top-end Odyssey.

HotRodW

The Accord 2.0T is also paired with the 10-speed auto.

cheffip

Good point - thanks. One more comment FWIW: the new design supposedly will have a longer wheelbase with shorter overhangs.

mrgold35

All the upgrades with sport edition, 10AT, turbo 4, or wheel base will not matter to me unless it comes with sh-awd.

rockstar143

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iutodd

Acura is on the list for companies with official press conferences at Detroit. So we'll be seeing something there.

I'm guessing it has to be the RDX because we've seen nothing about the next-gen ILX and the TLX/MDX/RLX all just got updated.

Nexx

sometimes you get what you wish for....

HotRodW

It looks like the new Accord Hybrid will offer an impressive 324 HP. That's potentially good news if Acura uses some variation of that powertrain in the RDX. Unfortunately, the Accord Hybrid will offer a CVT and will be available in FWD only. Hopefully the RDX Hybrid, if there is one, will at least offer AWD, and hopefully the 7-speed DCT, too.

2018 Honda Accord Hybrid May Have a 324 HP Hybrid Powertrain » AutoGuide.com News

alpha0

Does Acura have willingness to compete with X3M40i, SQ5, GLC43, high end Fpace etc?

iutodd

Not true. The engine output and electric motor output don't simply get added up.

The article has been corrected to reflect this.

HotRodW

Yeah, the article was revised. Depending on where the gas engine makes its power, it should still be plenty potent.

TSX69

Jeff over @ TOV says that the 2019 RDX embargo will be lifted tonight @ 12:01am:

The Temple of VTEC - Honda and Acura Enthusiasts Online Forums > New Honda DOHC V6 Patent reveals some details on the successor to the J-series V6 > > Re: Next Gen RDX

MHarnois

It's beginning to feel a lot like Christmas! Let's see what midnight brings.

HotRodW

Motor Trend's Predictions ...

2019 Acura RDX: What to Expect from the Popular Luxury Crossover - Motor Trend

Nexx

you guys will love what will be above your head.

ThaChadwick

We’ll see it in Detroit. Here’s the teaser...

ThaChadwick

iutodd

Acura exclusive platform? What?

MIKEYDRED

pano roof finally, I think they have turned the corner. Interested in learning more about this Acura exclusive platform, but why transverse still.

chickdr

Panoramic S/R?

BC01191980

looks like qx50 gross

Tony Pac

Looks very interesting! Can’t wait for January
Brand new interior...I have a lot of hope so let’s see what RDX will offer.