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Normaly RWD handles better than FWD, but we are talking about two different cars. I don't think there is enough reviews to tell that G35 is a better handling car that TL.
I'm more concerned about the availability of the Dynamic Package equipped TLs. I predict that those 1000 6-Speeds will fly out of the show rooms and sell out by late Spring early Summer 2004, and there won't be any deals offered. After that, it's a long wait for a production ordered car.
My wife drives a 2001 Lexus ES. It is a wonderful car.
I decided that 2004 is the time for me to get a nice car so I saved up $35k. Here's my dilemma.
All my life I always wanted a Jaguar. I love the styling of the 2004 Jaguar X-type 3.0. I have rented Jaguars in the past and I must say you definitely get the VIP treatment when you pull up in a Jaguar. I like the X-Type because it is unique. You don't see too many on the road.
I was all set to buy a 2004 X-Type 3.0 and BAM, along comes the Acura 2004 TL.
I have never been a fan of the styling of the Acura in the past but the 2004 model is fairly sporty (It looks like a BMW 5 Series).
I want a manual transmission with the navigation system. The technology and features on the 2004 Acura TL blew me away. The Acura TL will probably come in around $34,000, the Jaguar X-Type 3.0 will probably come in around $38,000 but I think you could probably get a deal for around $35,000 because of low demand. The Jaguar with a 5 speed manual transmission is not easy to come by.
Here's what I love about the Jaguar: Styling, AWD, the prestige, folding real seats, hood ornament and leather and wood interior. Here are my concerns about the Jaguar: price, build quality, reliability, and availability of parts.
Here is what I like about the Acura TL: the price, the features, the technology, the horsepower, 6 speed manual transmission, the many standard features. My concerns are as follows: Looks and I’m not sure you will get the same VIP treatment with the Acura as with the Jaguar.
Edmunds really likes the Acura TL and is lukewarm about the Jaguar X-Type. I think the looks of the TL are pretty good but the Jaguar looks really unique. The Jaguar makes my heart beat skip (Pure emotional appeal) but I want a car that is sporty, fun to drive, super reliable, super safe, practical, luxurious and reasonably priced. I know that I'm asking for a lot but for me $35K is a lot of money, so I want to make the best decision possible. My wife’s Lexus ES is the perfect car, it is not very sporty but it really excels in every other area. The build quality of her car is outstanding.
I don’t want to spend more than $34,500 for my dream car (With sales taxes and other expenses added to this 35K number, I'm well into the high 30's, my goal was to stay in the low 30's). Please help me by sharing your thoughts and opinions on the two cars that I mentioned above. What car would you buy and why? What are your thoughts about Jaguar and Acura?
When should I buy my car to get the best deal?
Thanks.
My wife drives a 2001 Lexus ES. It is a wonderful car.
I decided that 2004 is the time for me to get a nice car so I saved up $35k. Here's my dilemma.
All my life I always wanted a Jaguar. I love the styling of the 2004 Jaguar X-type 3.0. I have rented Jaguars in the past and I must say you definitely get the VIP treatment when you pull up in a Jaguar. I like the X-Type because it is unique. You don't see too many on the road.
I was all set to buy a 2004 X-Type 3.0 and BAM, along comes the Acura 2004 TL.
I have never been a fan of the styling of the Acura in the past but the 2004 model is fairly sporty (It looks like a BMW 5 Series).
I want a manual transmission with the navigation system. The technology and features on the 2004 Acura TL blew me away. The Acura TL will probably come in around $34,000, the Jaguar X-Type 3.0 will probably come in around $38,000 but I think you could probably get a deal for around $35,000 because of low demand. The Jaguar with a 5 speed manual transmission is not easy to come by.
Here's what I love about the Jaguar: Styling, AWD, the prestige, folding real seats, hood ornament and leather and wood interior. Here are my concerns about the Jaguar: price, build quality, reliability, and availability of parts.
Here is what I like about the Acura TL: the price, the features, the technology, the horsepower, 6 speed manual transmission, the many standard features. My concerns are as follows: Looks and I’m not sure you will get the same VIP treatment with the Acura as with the Jaguar.
Edmunds really likes the Acura TL and is lukewarm about the Jaguar X-Type. I think the looks of the TL are pretty good but the Jaguar looks really unique. The Jaguar makes my heart beat skip (Pure emotional appeal) but I want a car that is sporty, fun to drive, super reliable, super safe, practical, luxurious and reasonably priced. I know that I'm asking for a lot but for me $35K is a lot of money, so I want to make the best decision possible. My wife’s Lexus ES is the perfect car, it is not very sporty but it really excels in every other area. The build quality of her car is outstanding.
I don’t want to spend more than $34,500 for my dream car (With sales taxes and other expenses added to this 35K number, I'm well into the high 30's, my goal was to stay in the low 30's). Please help me by sharing your thoughts and opinions on the two cars that I mentioned above. What car would you buy and why? What are your thoughts about Jaguar and Acura?
When should I buy my car to get the best deal?
Thanks.
Well those are my thoughts, but that is tailored to my lifestyle. Everybody’s is different and what may be right for me might not be right for you.
Good Luck
Consumer Reports writes: "The X-Type is Jaguar's entry model and the second one to be developed on a Ford platform. All-wheel drive is standard. The uplevel 3.0-liter V6 is a lively performer, and the automatic shifts smoothly. Handling is fairly nimble and forgiving when pushed to its tire-adhesion limits. The ride is supple. The cabin is a bit tight, road noise is pronounced, and fit and finish fall a little short of luxury-car expectations. Overall, the car isn't as well rounded as such competitors as the Audi A4, BMW 3-Series, and Mercedes-Benz C-Class, even though it's just as expensive. In addition, first-year reliability has been much worse than average."
Based on this review, I know what my choice would be...TL all the way!
of course, some cynics would say you get the VIP treatment at Jaguar because you will become close personal friends with the service folks. Acura dealers seem to have a mixed reputation, but I know the ones by me give high quality treatment, loaner cars, etc.
The TL at MSRP w/nav will be $35,150 IIRC. I bet that sticker on a comparably loaded X type with Nav will run up towards $45K if you get all the bells and whistles, but I have no idea what a real sales price will be. But, like Tim said, good luck finding that car in a stick.
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
They did check and told me the A-spec package on the automatics DID NOT include the Brembo front brake upgrade. That would be a separate purchase item.
They were really pushing and wanted a deposit right then and there. Wouldn't budge of MSRP but would throw in the wheel locks, cargo tray , mud flaps, etc. .... I sense the price will be below MSRP very soon. I'm waiting.
Plate: Calif. DST 3421 19G
(Distributor, I'd guess)
VIN ending in: 000160
Early build?
It was still backed up next to the service area.
Perhaps it is for service training?
Anyway - it is there . . .
- Ray
Who can no longer deal with a clutch in regular driving, so is not really interested personally . . .
The dealer also told me that they've received deposits on the last two they have coming in November. These two were available on 10/22 & when I decided to put a deposit down on 10/24 they were already taken.
I'm now either going to put off buying, buy from another state or buy another model.
midnight - I'm in the Carolinas, so it looks like dealers nationwide are willing to give at least a little bit.
I hope they sell a lot & over-produce so that they have to sell them at less than MSRP in the future!
I haven't noticed this with our replacment. I did think there was a gearing change as I noticed my RPMs appear different but I can't verify. Only gas mileage will help me here if it doesn't change.
Before you make a final decision, check the Jaguar board to see how other owners feel about the vehicle that you like. Ask them to describe any problems and the costs involved to fix them, then make your decision.
Also, when were those 6 speeds supposed to arrive? That's one of 2 cars left on my short list to drive before I (hopefully) make up my mind.
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
Red/parchment: bright and cheerful combo. The red is like "light red wine", sporty and attractive, and goes very well w/parchment.
Desert Mist/parchment: harmonious combo. The exterior and interior colors blend in completely. Not very noticable on the other hand. I also saw Deser Mist w/ebony, but the contrast is a bit too much for my taste.
Black/camel: Camel is on the dark orangy side, doesn't go well with wood. Black can come with any of the 4 interiors; So far it seems Camel is the least popular.
Black/quartz: a winner, if you can live with black as high maintenace exterior! I prefer this combo to Black/ebony, becasue the gray interior complements the black dash, the aluminum trim and the carbon-fiber wood.
Deep Green/parchment: a decent combo. The Deep Green is very elegant, not very common. It goes very well w/parchment.
Well, between a couple of dealers in my area I have by now seen ALL color combinations, if anyone has a question :-)
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satin silver with ebony or quartz interior?
The 18" alloy wheels look very good , they should for $1516
Also an Black/camel not as good.
Anthracite/black - looked good.
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If you get the parchiamt or camel interior with the fake wood grain you also get some aluminum trim. It is okay , but it just doesn't go together that well.
Silver/black - second best.
http://www.imagestation.com/album/?...613&mode=invite
Before you decide, check out the total cost of ownership here on Edmunds. The depreciation hit on the Jag will probably be worse than th tl. Also, take a few more test drives in both cars back to back. If you like your wife's lexus, you may find the noise level of the Jag unbearable after owning it for a while. The tl is faster, more modern, quieter (but sportier and maybe not as quiet with the optional wheels), more reliable and probably cheaper to maintain longterm than the Jag.
Happy hunting.
Satin Silver w/Ebony: Nice contrast between the light exterior and the dark interior. Seems to be the common combo. Downside, ebony interior gets very hot if you live in a warm area.
Satin Silver w/Quartz: Nice blend! The gray leather complements the black dash, aluminum trim and carbon-fiber wood. I liked it!
Hope Your Royal Highness find the right combination... let us know! :-)
I work with computers and know that this should be a simple problem to fix by Acura. Anyone seen the NAV or heard similar comments?
Still haven't seen a camal interior in person. The salesguy said it was striking, and I would like something darker than parchmant, so I might have to make another trip to see it in person. It will give me an excuse to stop in again, before the 6 speeds arrive.
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
For example the Honda Odyssey, it's sold when it arrives at the dealership at close or more than MSRP since 1999 until this year. Now you can get 1500 to 2000 off MSRP due to better successors from Toyota and Nissan. A friend of mine looking for Odyssey 1999. He refused to pay MSRP and insist to wait one more year when price went down. Now, he haven't buy anything yet. Why? HE finally can buy Odyssey below MSRP but he likes the toyota better. In CA, Sienna sold at MSRP or higher. One dealer they cut $500 off but force to accept anything they installed on the vehicle. He refuse and insist to wait one more year when th epice came down. Since 1999, he rent minivan 5 times and borrow mine countless time. He is my good friend so I don't mind. This just tell you how rediculious to insist to pay less than MSRP at times. More than once he regret to skip to pay MSRP in 1999. Fromm 2000-2002 he have to pay 500-2000 mark up to get one in SF bay area. Crazy isn't it? Maybe he will never get a new minivan and buy something else. He is so stubborn to change his thought. I strongly agree who suggest look what you pay not how much below MSRP. If it represent good value and worth the price, then just buy.
Meanwhile, many of you are saying that you won't buy until you get some significant discount. There is only $2400 gross profit in the car, and some of the Acuras have gone a year before discounting. And then how much will they discount it - $1000? SO - you want to wait another year without owning this fabulous car to save 3% on the price?
Doesn't make sense to me. It seems that perhaps you really aren't ready to buy a new car?
Someone earlier mentioned that the idea is to pay what you feel the car is WORTH. Drive a 5 Series, and then drive the TL - The TL will quickly feel that it is WORTH $40K+. THEN when you find you only have to pay $33K, it is a bargain!
I hope to have mine within a month. I have someone interested in buying my leased car, so perhaps I won't have to wait for the lease to run out.
This is the first I seen a PCM mentioned.
Thanks,
Dano
0-60 is estimated at 6.0 seconds with the 6MT, slightly slower with the automatic.
http://www.roadandtrack.com/article.asp?section_id=6&article_- - - - - id=830
The most complete and comprehensive report I've read on the car was the first one I read; the one right here in Edmunds.
This article is not bad either: http://www.thecarconnection.com/index.asp?article=6501
The Honda Accord and TSX have similar systems. I own a TSX and test drove the Accord. The graphics are very high in quality and it is a wonderful system overall.
A few folk who switch from the past generation of TL/CL to the TSX also complained that the TSX's screen was "fuzzy." I never knew what that was about. The screen is very easy to read.
I tend to believe the previous test numbers (0-60 at 6.2 and quarter in 14.8 at 96) as they compare well with other published test numbers. Even Consumer Reports recorded a 0-60 of 6.6 and a quarter mile time of 15.2 – MUCH better than the 0-60 of 7.6 and quarter of 16.0 at 88 published in the C&D comparo.
- Ray
Who was surprised and confused at these numbers when initially published . . .
Have you checked out the S60R, ES330, IS300, GS300(too much $$), G35.... =o)
If is between the TL and the Jag, however, I would probably go with the TL(did ya know you can roll up/down windows and control the moonroof with the remote?) at least that's what I hear... =o) lotsa cool toys, keeps value, etc.
Although I really like the Lexus ES330(not all that sporty) and have a knack for the G35 for the same price range... =o)