2007 Acura RDX Reaches Showrooms
August 11th, 2006
To refresh your memory, the RDX sports a turbocharged and intercooled 2.3-liter 16 valve four-cylinder engine pumping out 240 hp. The RDX also boasts Acura’s patented Super Handling All-Wheel Drive. You can check out our earlier post on the RDX to learn how an American contributed to the development of the CUV’s turbos.
The fully-equipped RDX comes standard with a dual-zone automatic climate control system, a 360-watt, 7-speaker premium sound system with a multi-format 6-disc changer, XM Satellite Radio, an MP3/auxiliary input jack, and a full complement of air bag protection.
2007 Acura TL Type-S Official Photos
August 10th, 2006
Appearance-wise, the Type-S has adopted the former TL A-Spec’s bodywork. The lower side skirts, the fender bulges, and the decklid spoiler that all first appeared on that package are now part of the Type-S trimmings. All TL models receive revised front fascias featuring integrated foglamps, new head and taillight assemblies, and an updated interior.
The 2007 Acura TL Type-S also gets a slightly different rear-end treatment that incorporates a new bumper cover and a pair of dual-tipped exhaust outlets (very BMW “M” if you ask us). Both the TL and TL Type-S get new wheels, too, with the Type-S rims reminding us of the ones found on the Nissan Altima SE-R. Frankly, we’re a bit surprised they didn’t go with a more original design. No complaints about the base TL’s new 5-spokes, which look great.
The interior incorporates new gauges, a new steering wheel, and colored ambient lighting (blue for TL, red for Type-S). The available nav system has a real-time traffic feature and also acts as the display for the car’s reverse camera. The now-expected-by-everyone iPod jack is hidden in the center console.
The Acura TL was and remains a sharp-looking car that’s been made even more attractive thanks to the availability of the performance-oriented Type S package. Aside from the additional fun now available via the loud pedal, Acura wisely left well enough alone. We’re ok with that. Now, how soon can we drive one?
Appearance-wise, the Type-S has adopted the former TL A-Spec’s bodywork. The lower side skirts, the fender bulges, and the decklid spoiler that all first appeared on that package are now part of the Type-S trimmings. All TL models receive revised front fascias featuring integrated foglamps, new head and taillight assemblies, and an updated interior.
The 2007 Acura TL Type-S also gets a slightly different rear-end treatment that incorporates a new bumper cover and a pair of dual-tipped exhaust outlets (very BMW “M” if you ask us). Both the TL and TL Type-S get new wheels, too, with the Type-S rims reminding us of the ones found on the Nissan Altima SE-R. Frankly, we’re a bit surprised they didn’t go with a more original design. No complaints about the base TL’s new 5-spokes, which look great.
2007 Acura RDX
June 15th, 2006
Acura launches its first compact SUV as a five-seat wagon powered by the company’s first turbocharged engine. RDX is 2 inches shorter in wheelbase and 8 inches shorter overall than Acura’s seven-passenger MDX. The only engine is a 240-hp turbo 4-cyl. It teams with a 5-speed automatic transmission with steering wheel paddles for manual operation. RDX has Acura’s Super-Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) system that apportions power between the rear wheels to enhance cornering stability.
