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Old 06-03-2018, 10:30 AM
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US vs. Canada Prices

I just noticed that the RDX is considerably cheaper in Canada than in the US.

US MSRP for the A-TECH AWD: 45,500$ (USD)
Canada MSRP for the A-TECH AWD: 52,950 (CAD) = $40,892 USD


That's a $4,608 difference. Looks like those 'free' floor mats are quite expensive now. LOL
Old 06-04-2018, 01:33 AM
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LOL that makes me feel a bit better....

$54900 CAD for the Elite Platinum (even better than Advance Trim), which is $42,460 USD.
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I suppose it would be cheaper if you were paying in USD but, if you are in Canada, you are earning and spending in CAD so it's really not cheaper. USD doesn't enter into the equation.
IMHO, the prices are still higher in Canada vs. US.
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lol yes we know...we are just kidding
Old 06-06-2018, 03:54 AM
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Originally Posted by catbert430
I suppose it would be cheaper if you were paying in USD but, if you are in Canada, you are earning and spending in CAD so it's really not cheaper. USD doesn't enter into the equation.
IMHO, the prices are still higher in Canada vs. US.
This is exactly what I always think about whenever I hear people converting to USD. If you live in Canada and are spending/earning Canadian dollars the conversion doesn’t matter.

Also the Elite Platinum is 60k, not sure where you guys are getting 55k (seen that in a couple places here). I added extended warranty and a protection package and managed to get the RDX up to 71k!!!!! Holy hell. 71k for an RDX is ridiculous! I don’t care how nice it is.
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lol yes we know...we are just kidding
I'm not kidding, it's cheaper in Canada. Check the numbers again. :-)
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Originally Posted by RDX10
Also the Elite Platinum is 60k, not sure where you guys are getting 55k (seen that in a couple places here).


According to Acura.ca the cost with Freight, PDI, and Fees is $57,662.50. Without those items the base price would be $55,490.

That is the price when entering my central Ontario postal code. I believe the price can drop to $52,962 in other parts of Canada.

$57,662.50 CDN converts to $44,749 USD (today) no matter where in the world you live.
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Originally Posted by iforyou
And we get power folding mirrors
Don't forget low washer fluid warning (n/a in US)
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Originally Posted by ultramart
I'm not kidding, it's cheaper in Canada. Check the numbers again. :-)
don't forget we are paying 13% tax compare to US that are paying almost half?
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don't forget we are paying 13% tax compare to US that are paying almost half?
Can I trade your tax for medical and tuition coverage?
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Not only can we get ticked at you Canadians for getting more features for less money, but we just found out that you guys burned down the White House!!

I thought you Canadians were so polite.
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Originally Posted by mcrompton
Can I trade your tax for medical and tuition coverage?
oh noooo...
Old 06-08-2018, 02:01 AM
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Originally Posted by Yotrek
don't forget we are paying 13% tax compare to US that are paying almost half?
And $2000+ for destination fee....................
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Originally Posted by Madd Dog
Not only can we get ticked at you Canadians for getting more features for less money, but we just found out that you guys burned down the White House!!

I thought you Canadians were so polite.
LOL

This is what Trump twitted? LOL

And we have nothing to do with the Canadian Geese that sent the airplane in the Hudson River!
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LOL

This is what Trump twitted? LOL

And we have nothing to do with the Canadian Geese that sent the airplane in the Hudson River!
It came out from a conversation he had with Trudeau about Trump’s “national security” tariffs. https://www.cnn.com/2018/06/06/polit...iff/index.html

According to the sources, Trudeau pressed Trump on how he could justify the tariffs as a "national security" issue. In response, Trump quipped to Trudeau, "Didn't you guys burn down the White House?" referring to the War of 1812.
I would suggest that, since he never read a book, he got his history from listening to the “1812 Overture”, but I bet he thinks Tchaikovsky is a Russian billionaire.

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Originally Posted by iforyou
And $2000+ for destination fee....................
My point, that several are missing, is that Acura sells the RDX for several thousand less in Canada. I'm not saying that we are more lucky, that we get a better deal, or that Americans should all drive north of the border to buy their RDX.

I'm saying if Acura can sell the RDX thousands less in Canada, they have the margins to eventually give some interesting incentives. Not 'free' mats and 'free' car washes.

You're right that the destination fee should be included in the comparison. It's $995 in the US. The RDX is still $3,600 less in Canada.

Sales taxes, salary, income tax and currency are all irrelevant in the selling price comparison.
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Originally Posted by ultramart
My point, that several are missing, is that Acura sells the RDX for several thousand less in Canada. I'm not saying that we are more lucky, that we get a better deal, or that Americans should all drive north of the border to buy their RDX.

I'm saying if Acura can sell the RDX thousands less in Canada, they have the margins to eventually give some interesting incentives. Not 'free' mats and 'free' car washes.

You're right that the destination fee should be included in the comparison. It's $995 in the US. The RDX is still $3,600 less in Canada.

Sales taxes, salary, income tax and currency are all irrelevant in the selling price comparison.

This is really a good example to show that prices are set by the marketplace, rather than by ‘cost plus’ as some people think. The RDX is a good 10 thousand more than a 2.0 Accord with the same engine/transmission. Since Acura only charges 2K for SH-AWD, how much more than an Accord could the RDX truly cost to make?

The market in Canada is different from the market in America. It is as simple as that.
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And not to mention we will never have the buying power when Canada's population is 10x smaller than the US. More buying power, more competition, better prices.
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Originally Posted by Yotrek
don't forget we are paying 13% tax compare to US that are paying almost half?
Except for Alberta.
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Originally Posted by Madd Dog


It came out from a conversation he had with Trudeau about Trump’s “national security” tariffs. https://www.cnn.com/2018/06/06/polit...iff/index.html



I would suggest that, since he never read a book, he got his history from listening to the “1812 Overture”, but I bet he thinks Tchaikovsky is a Russian billionaire.
LOL. BTW, it was actually British Regulars that burned down the White House. They did you a favour, as it was in bad need of remodelling anyhow, and was fully insured by Prudential.
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LOL. BTW, it was actually British Regulars that burned down the White House. They did you a favour, as it was in bad need of remodelling anyhow, and was fully insured by Prudential.

Fortunately, they gave Dolly Madison a heads up, so she could go in and remove the painting of George Washington, and then found an ice cream company.


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Originally Posted by Madd Dog



Fortunately, they gave Dolly Madison a heads up, so she could go in and remove the painting of George Washington, and then found an ice cream company.


Well, the Brits are a polite lot, as are most Canadians. Thats why we get extra features
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Is it possible to buy a car in Canada by US citizen?
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Is it possible to buy a car in Canada by US citizen?
From the fine folks at U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP): Importing a Motor Vehicle
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Originally Posted by cranch63
Is it possible to buy a car in Canada by US citizen?
Yes and no. Some dealers will not sell to non-Canadian/American buyers. I remember a few years ago someone on the VW forums living in Ontario wanted to purchase a VW Touareg hybrid new from the states and no dealer would entertain him even though he wanted to pay full price. He even had a house in new york and they still wouldn't sell to a Canadian citizen.

With that issue aside, Acura Canada and Acura America are 2 different entities and if you purchase an RDX in one place and live in the other, your warranty will not be functional in the other country. So all warranty work is out of pocket unless you drive/tow your car across the border for warranty work.
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