4th Gen 2022 Acura MDX
05-30-20, 12:31 PM
#121
Lexus Fanatic
Agreed. I want to know what insane bean counter decided a $65K flagship sedan like the RLX would be acceptable with fake glossy wood from a 90s Chrysler interior. It's small annoying touches like this that gave people the impression that Acura was a lesser luxury brand.
At least they didn't put a 4 cylinder in the RLX and the RLX hybrid was a sub 5 second 0-60 car unlike any GS unless you get the 90K GS-F. Fake wood was stupid but it actually looked nice after the update, especially the light color and the brown wood/brown leather combo.
05-30-20, 07:15 PM
#122
Lead Lap
Agreed. I want to know what insane bean counter decided a $65K flagship sedan like the RLX would be acceptable with fake glossy wood from a 90s Chrysler interior. It's small annoying touches like this that gave people the impression that Acura was a lesser luxury brand.
06-02-20, 04:25 PM
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Apparently Acura is going to have a type S variant of MDX and another new compact sedan.
source:
https://www.motortrend.com/news/2021...s-speculation/
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https://www.motortrend.com/news/2021...s-speculation/
08-20-20, 04:12 AM
#125
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https://www.carscoops.com/2020/08/20...of-fall-debut/
2021 Acura MDX Switches To More Revealing Camouflage Ahead Of Fall Debut
BY Dan Mihalascu | Posted on August 20, 2020 0The redesigned 2021 Acura MDX has been spotted undergoing testing in the United States with a new, more revealing body wrap and no padding whatsoever.Following the patent images we featured in May, these spy shots provide the best look yet at Acura’s next-generation midsize SUV. Corroborating these photos with the patent images, it’s pretty clear this prototype wears the production body complete with the production headlights and taillights.
The design language is obviously inspired by the recently-released 2021 Acura TLX sedan, and that’s a good thing because the new MDX looks less bulky and more athletic than before.
See Also: 2021 Acura MDX Stops By The Patent Office, Could Gain A Type S Variant
At the front, highlights include the diamond pentagonal grille that focuses attention on the massive Acura logo, sleek LED headlights with integrated DRLs underlining the 4 clusters, and a sculpted bumper featuring vertical inlets.
Seen from the side, the MDX 3-row crossover looks flatter than the outgoing model and features an ascending third lateral window for a sportier appearance. Out back, the sleek LED taillights are clearly inspired by those of the new TLX sedan, while the seemingly smaller rear window and flat tailpipes add to the sporty look.
As for the interior, one of the photos reveals a “floating” central display that looks consistent with the leaked images we showed you one year ago. Expect a sporty dash with a digital instrument panel, slim center console, ambient lighting and all the bells and whistles available in the Acura universe right now.
The 2021 MDX is expected to share the all-new platform with the 2021 TLX. As a result, we can expect a turbocharged 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine to act as the entry-level variant. Hooked to a 10-speed automatic transmission, it offers 272 hp (203 kW / 276 PS) and 280 lb-ft (379 Nm) of torque in the TLX and it comes with standard FWD or optional AWD.
We also know the 2021 Acura MDX will offer a Type S variant, likely powered by the same 3.0-liter turbo V6 engine from the new TLX Type S. On said model, the power plant delivers 355 hp and 354 lb-ft (479 Nm) of torque in combination with a 10-speed auto and standard Super Handling All-Wheel Drive system. Besides these 2 gasoline engines, a Sport Hybrid variant also looks likely for the 2021 MDX.
Expect the new generation MDX to be revealed in the fall and go on sale next year.
08-20-20, 08:57 AM
#126
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looks very encouraging! the current mdx is a great vehicle, just very old now.
08-20-20, 07:32 PM
#127
Lead Lap
Just like the TLX leak the MDX leak is spot on. Digital dash and ambient lighting inside. That power level if accurate would mean the RX-L might have to move into something new with electrification at the very least (unless they can shoehorn a detuned V6TT)
10-01-20, 11:17 AM
#128
Next-generation Acura MDX teaser
The reveal of the MDX will be on October 14
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Next month, we'll get to see if Acura can keep building steam following its well-received TLX and RDX redesigns. That's because we'll get our first clear look at the new Acura MDX three-row crossover. Before then, we have a unique teaser to analyze.
While there is plenty of the new MDX hidden because of the lighting, the highlights give us a good idea of the shape and some key character lines. The front fascia is very similar to the TLX with wide pentagonal grille, flanked by thin, scowling headlights. There are some unique creases that bend around from the headlights down to the lower air intake. They likely house some small intakes that could be used to create air curtains around the front wheels.
The roofline is interesting, too. It almost suggests a bit of a coupe-like fastback, though spy photos have shown that the roof will have a fairly conventional profile. This will be necessary for the MDX to continue offering a third row of seats that are at all useful. The rest of the body looks uncluttered and smooth, but there may be some details hidden.
The reveal of the MDX will be on October 14. Acura says it will be a "prototype," but we have little doubt that what will be shown will be 99% like the production model. We expect Acura will offer the same engines as it uses in the TLX, with a 272-horsepower turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder as the base engine, and a 355-horsepower turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 engine available as an option.
While there is plenty of the new MDX hidden because of the lighting, the highlights give us a good idea of the shape and some key character lines. The front fascia is very similar to the TLX with wide pentagonal grille, flanked by thin, scowling headlights. There are some unique creases that bend around from the headlights down to the lower air intake. They likely house some small intakes that could be used to create air curtains around the front wheels.
The roofline is interesting, too. It almost suggests a bit of a coupe-like fastback, though spy photos have shown that the roof will have a fairly conventional profile. This will be necessary for the MDX to continue offering a third row of seats that are at all useful. The rest of the body looks uncluttered and smooth, but there may be some details hidden.
The reveal of the MDX will be on October 14. Acura says it will be a "prototype," but we have little doubt that what will be shown will be 99% like the production model. We expect Acura will offer the same engines as it uses in the TLX, with a 272-horsepower turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder as the base engine, and a 355-horsepower turbocharged 3.0-liter V6 engine available as an option.
