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2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
The whole package has to grab me!
Mines a 2019 4 cyl, with black leather/alcantara interior.
It resides in the garage next to my wife’s 2013 AWD RDX. So right now, we are 100% an Acura family.
Previously we had a 2000 TL (my sons car from HS all the way through college, inherited from my sister with 145k on it, sold with 175k). I also had a 2000 Integra hatch for about 6 months a few years back. Bought that with 175k on it.
Great cars overall. Next one likely is a new RDX to replace the old one, in about 3 years.
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
“Arrest me Red”....in and out!
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
'21 Dark Blue/Black Audi A7 PHEV (mine); '22 White/Beige BMW X3 (hers); '20 Estoril Blue/Oyster BMW M240xi 'Vert (Ours, read: hers in 'vert weather; mine during Nor'easters...)
I know that sounds kinda dumb, but I think back to my '73 Vega and the feeling that if I closed a door or the hatch too hard, something MIGHT fall off
'21 Dark Blue/Black Audi A7 PHEV (mine); '22 White/Beige BMW X3 (hers); '20 Estoril Blue/Oyster BMW M240xi 'Vert (Ours, read: hers in 'vert weather; mine during Nor'easters...)
What are you driving now?
https://www.motor1.com/news/367197/2021-acura-tlx-spied-interior/amp/
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
That link said it was going to be a late this year, early next year release for the new model as a 2020. Not sure if that means the type S at launch, but just based on current pricing, that is going to end up being what, $55k sticker?
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
Pen, i know my A spec was $40k, and I think the FWD V6 is $43, AWD ~45? Maybe a little more. Advanced runs up toward $47k. So an S type, with a HO motor and more goodies, will definitely hit $50K but maybe not much more.
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
Not sure how pricing shakes out. Understandable if they want to move a few grand more for the S-Type. But, they’re starting the current TLX in the mid-$30s for the base model. I would think they’d be hard pressed to move much higher than that to start, even with a massaged 2.0T (which in itself would offer 50+HP over the current TLX 4 Cyl).
Does a mid-level TLX (thinking Tech version) with a boosted 4cyl be in the high 30s to low 40s?
Advanced or A-Spec get a v6? Are they reserving the boosted V6 only for the S-Type? Where would that pricing be? $47K for an Advance or A-Spec? Would $50K for the S-Type move a potential buyer to and Audi or a BMW?
I’m a “fan boy”. So, they’ve got me looking hard. But, what about anyone who might be shopping around? Would $50K for a TLX scare them away?
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
I would wonder if Acura is just going to do a base engine (assuming 2.0T) and the S-Type engine (3.5TT?), what that means for the lineup.
Is there just base and S-Type? Does SH AWD go with the entire lineup? I can see them trying to slim the amount of configurations just because it helps with manufacturing complexity and costs.
I can see where all models get the safety an autonomous driving features. The rest? I guess the high zoot ELS stereo would be a part of the S-Type (but not the lower end models?).
In order to keep me interested, this trickle of info is not helping. Once the Cincinnati area finally gets its Genesis dealership(s) totally up and running, the G70 is on my radar, as is the GLI, maybe even the rumored TRD Camry/Avalon (if I decide to go less expensive and still get a little performance).
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
I'm owner for Acura TSX Sport Wagon and love that car, owning for last 6 years with no issues apart from routine maintenance. I want to know if Acura is going to bring Sport Wagon back in near future ?
Thanks
I'm driving a TSX that I bought in '08 to replace a vehicle that needed to be disposed of. The theory, at the time, was that I'd buy the gas TSX (manual trans), then trade it in a year or two later after the diesel TSX was introduced and wrung out.
Well, none of that happened, and I'm still driving the '08 TSX, on its original clutch at 160K+ miles. Keep your car. You're not likely to find anything you like better in today''s market, unless you prefer driving a computer with wheels.
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
Take with a grain of salt, but visited my Acura dealer for an oil change last week. My sales guy grabbed me and showed me a rendering of the new TLX S-Type. As I suspected, it looks like a larger version of this year’s ILX.
He said pricing for the S-Type will be north of $50K. No idea of release date, nor of drivetrains. But, given Acura’s hints of a turbo 6 cyl, I would imagine that’s the S-Type’s engine. Not sure of the transmission as that will put out some torque. Not sure if Honda’s 10-speed can withstand it.
More speculation......base TLX will get the 2.0t from the Accord Sport, which eliminates the current 3.5L in its current form given power output is similar. $40K entry price?
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And for now there are good lease deals on the outgoing 2020 TLX, such as this lease offer on the nicely equipped base model....
2020 TLX 8 Speed Dual-Clutch Featured Special Loyalty/Conquest Lease.
$279 Per month for 36 months. $2,499 Total due at signing. Option to purchase at lease end $17,352.
https://www.acura.com/tools/current-luxury-car-suv-offers-leasing
I live just down the road from the Marysville Honda plant where the TLX is made. Rumor (and it’s just that) has it from some of the people affiliated with the plant is the top trip TLX will be in the $50K neighborhood.
The lower levels will use the 2.0T 4 cyl from the Accord Sport. What’s not clear is the transmission they’ll use. Honda’s new 10-speed is probably the choice. What we don’t know is if that transmission would be able to reliably handle the added torque of the 3.5L with a turbo?
From what I’m hearing, if you like the current styling of the ILX, the 2021 TLX is just a bigger version with the current RDX’s interior.
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
No one has seen under the hood, the undercarriage, or the interior of the 2021. At least, no one in the public has. Not a lot to go by. That could be a good thing (Acura keeping the lid on for a GRAND announcement), or a bad thing (so many issues that the testing, announcement and pricing is still changing at this late date).
If the 2021 is coming out in Spring/Summer, as has been expected, the plant will have to do their changeover in the next couple of months. So, will hear more then.
Additionally, I usually see some testing of new Honda vehicles on the surrounding interstates by now. Haven't seen anything, so far.
By any chance have you ever gotten a tour inside of the Marysville factory? I think Honda used to do those, but discontinued them long ago. Toyota still offers tours of their huge factory in Kentucky not far from me, and I might go out of curiosity at some point.
Thanks for the rumors on the new TLX. I think it looks great from the previews:
I hope it doesn't affect Acura, but apparently behind the scenes at Honda there's some serious cost cutting going on, at least according to this article from a few months ago....
https://www.autoblog.com/2019/12/10/honda-ceo-streamlining/
"....In the United States, for example, Honda's 2020 Accord sedan comes in 13 versions, including three hybrids....At the two-day meeting in Utsunomiya, Hachigo and his procurement managers told suppliers to help Honda slash its range of cars and dumb down model types and options. They called on suppliers to use more common parts, from engines and transmissions to door handles, rear view mirrors and even knobs and switches, according to two people who attended the meeting and slides Honda used in presentations."
One of the things I like about my Acura TLX is that I can't find a single thing from the cabin to the driving experience that's the same as a Honda Accord. I know my 2.4 engine is a fancy and souped up version of the Honda 2.4, made to get more power out of high-octane gas, but otherwise everything is different.
I'm a little concerned about the possible impact on the new TLX, as well as on Acura going forward. But here's hoping that Acura is going to be insulated somewhat from cost cutting, because otherwise how will Acura compete with the other luxury makes?
white over espresso. Gorgeous interior color, and really looks good with white interior. and the car in general looks good in white.
just cracked 100 miles today. so far, impressed by it. really drives nice. Looking forward to someday getting out and taking a real trip with it.
also found that the issues with the real space touch pad are overblown. A little bit of a learning curve (salesman did a great job setting it all up and doing a tutorial) with some practice and it all makes sense. So while I was worried about that, no longer a concern.
looking forward to keeping this one at least another 8-10 years!
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
and for me, the hip point is perfect. Not climbing up into it, or dropping down into the seat. step straight in or out.
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
And I like the 2 screens. Works fine. And when you are running navigation or CarPlay (top screen) it does not mess up your radio display on the bottom. Once you get used to what is where and how to control, makes a lot of sense and comes in handy. Plus the controls are easy to use.
I really don’t see where all the drama about the setup came from.
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.
I have the 3.5L. I’m amazed at it’s all highway MPG. I regularly get into the mid-30s MPG when driving all highway.
In town, low 20s MPG. The 4 cyl will do even better.
Mine just passed it’s 3rd birthday. It has been one of the most reliable, most trouble free, frugal cars I’ve ever owned. And, I’ve owned Audis (which will be much more expensive to maintain).
Last Mazda I owned was an RX8. That was not their pinnacle of reliability. But, that was a long time ago. I like the looks of the 6. Never driven one, though.
However, it will use Honda Accord’s 2.0L Turbo motor (my guess it’s highly tuned to make somewhere in the 300HP arena) with Honda’s new 10-speed automatic trans, which is a good one. On upper end models, you’ll be able to get SH AWD.
TLX S-Type will be a turbo V6, probably with SH AWD.
The kicker...it was supposed to be released in June. With COVID 19, that may get pushed back to November with the TLX-S Type somewhere in mid to late 2021.
2020 Acura RDX tech SH-AWD, 2023 Maverick hybrid Lariat luxury package.