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Which Acura model should I get ??
gomcse2002
05-11-2017, 01:17 PM
Hello to all car experts here
I am currently driving a Mazda CX-3 all wheel drive. I am contemplating getting an Acura with automatic. I don't mind to get a second hand one to minimize my costs. But due to my job nature, I prefer to have a hatchback or something similar to move computer equipment from my office to anywhere in Lower Mainland.
May I know which model and year would you recommend ??
fliptuner
05-11-2017, 01:23 PM
Type R
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oldsnail
05-11-2017, 01:45 PM
something older... RSX auto
something newer.. RDX AWD... 2015 TECH models can be had for about 30k.
The older RDX's with Turbo are smaller, but i would avoid.
The ZDX is weird, but it doesnt drop in price compared to the equivalent MDX
the RLX are pretty good deals. .they are ACURA flagship models and 2014/15 models can be had in the low 30k.
Hakkaboy
05-11-2017, 02:05 PM
something older... RSX auto
something newer.. RDX AWD... 2015 TECH models can be had for about 30k.
The older RDX's with Turbo are smaller, but i would avoid.
The ZDX is weird, but it doesnt drop in price compared to the equivalent MDX
the RLX are pretty good deals. .they are ACURA flagship models and 2014/15 models can be had in the low 30k.
if going with RDX V6, then there really aren't any differences between 2013 and 2015.
2013 Techs are now closer towards $25K, but then again, you can also buy a 2012 MDX Tech for not that much more. Fuel economy is probably a lot better on the 3.5L RDX than the 3.7L MDX tho
gomcse2002
05-11-2017, 02:51 PM
May I know which year of RDX comes with rear camera view ?
Spectre_Cdn
05-11-2017, 03:04 PM
2013+ Accord CrossTour because facelift and updated dashboard. Can come with some Honda sending tech too. And six-speed auto with EarthDreams V6.
Like this
2013 Honda Crosstour EX-L - West Kelowna $21,900 | autoTRADER.ca (http://www.autotrader.ca/result/AdDetailInfo.aspx?srcID=5&frnID=31284457)
Or this
http://www.autotrader.ca/result/AdDetailInfo.aspx?srcID=5&frnID=30785404
whitev70r
05-11-2017, 03:40 PM
Crosstour is kinda fugly ... but to each his own, maybe you'll like it. RDX, I heard owners say for some reason, it's a gas guzzler. You can probably do better if you want something like that ... Forrester? But if you have some time on your hands and don't mind a bit of paperwork and want to stick to Acura ... import this. You'll be the envy of many here!
2012 TSX Wagon
https://bellingham.craigslist.org/ctd/6124464910.html
https://images.craigslist.org/00U0U_fvMdIRwlOrG_600x450.jpg
https://images.craigslist.org/01616_36qztmLT7wK_600x450.jpg
oldsnail
05-11-2017, 03:41 PM
May I know which year of RDX comes with rear camera view ?
I think it is standard for the 2nd gen. it will be on the mirror for the base model and tech / elite will have a screen
!Aznboi128
05-11-2017, 06:02 PM
1st gen rdx had backup camera as long as tech package was equiped.
dark0821
05-11-2017, 06:03 PM
came in to post TSX wagon... seen already posted...
Done..
If you are okay with manual/old tech.... type R
gomcse2002
05-11-2017, 06:14 PM
Which year of RDX should I consider to have better horse power than my Mazda CX-3 but with a price tag below CAD $ 30,000 ? All I need is rear camera and GPS navigation system if possible plus good gas mileage.
dark0821
05-11-2017, 06:49 PM
First gen RDX Turbo with SHAWD... will have everything above except... gas mileage... it is actually so bad... that i think most people regard it as third place behind E60 M5 and E92 M3
but as a performer.. no doubt.. fast and a performance oriented AWD system...
Acura604
05-11-2017, 07:05 PM
TSX wagon is USA only. Not avail in Canada unless imported as mentioned above. 2nd gen RDX is excellent value. ....3G TL is and will always be my fave.
LP700-4
05-11-2017, 08:13 PM
First gen RDX Turbo with SHAWD... will have everything above except... gas mileage... it is actually so bad... that i think most people regard it as third place behind E60 M5 and E92 M3
Lets not get carried away here lol its bad for a turbo 4 cylinder but not anywhere close to those two gas monsters.
2013-2015 RDX with tech can be had around 27-30k depending on year package etc. I believe they have cylinder deactivation which supposedly really helps on highway mileage
gomcse2002
05-11-2017, 08:15 PM
Many thanks for all your suggestions
snowball
05-11-2017, 08:47 PM
What's wrong with your current vehicle? It seems to meet all your needs but I guess you want more power. Is there something that is steering you specifically to a second hand Acura?
!Aznboi128
05-11-2017, 09:37 PM
My inlaws has a 2010 1st gen RDX and my parents has a 2017 2nd gen RDX
It's surprising that they're even called the same thing. The 1st gen is a lot more athletic, but it does ride pretty rough. Boost comes on pretty strong and fuel consumption is pretty bad considered it's a 4cylinder but with all that weight it's pretty normal. The 2nd gen RDX is soft, kinda reminds me of RX330.
whitev70r
05-12-2017, 01:10 PM
My inlaws has a 2010 1st gen RDX and my parents has a 2017 2nd gen RDX
It's surprising that they're even called the same thing. The 1st gen is a lot more athletic, but it does ride pretty rough. Boost comes on pretty strong and fuel consumption is pretty bad considered it's a 4cylinder but with all that weight it's pretty normal. The 2nd gen RDX is soft, kinda reminds me of RX330.
How is fuel consumption on 2nd gen RDX?
Urrtoast
05-12-2017, 03:25 PM
Have you considered a Mazda CX-5 AWD...
Highly rated even over the Acura..And looks so much better..
CharlesInCharge
05-12-2017, 03:45 PM
Why Acura when you can Nissan. 2+2 Z32 with a low km JMD engine.
Back seats removed.
http://i.imgur.com/5XdAeLU.jpg
VRYALT3R3D
05-13-2017, 05:07 AM
Why Acura when you can Nissan. 2+2 Z32 with a low km JMD engine.
Back seats removed.
http://i.imgur.com/5XdAeLU.jpg
Because the queen said to buy Acura, duh
gramser57
05-13-2017, 07:27 AM
ZDX
http://i224.photobucket.com/albums/dd162/mugen_kid/_MG_3044copy.jpg
!Aznboi128
05-13-2017, 07:31 AM
How is fuel consumption on 2nd gen RDX?
In the City it's about 13L/100km
haven't driven many highways on it so I can't say.
whitev70r
05-13-2017, 08:56 AM
ZDX
Honda Crosstour dressed up in a suit? But then you can say that of every Acura model.
Edit - I stand corrected as Spectre_Cdn clarified.
Spectre_Cdn
05-13-2017, 09:14 AM
Different platforms, actually. The ZDX was based on the MDX and the CrossTour is Accord-based.
vantrip
05-13-2017, 09:42 AM
TLX would get my first vote, but the zdx maybe a better option for you
bcuzracecarz
05-13-2017, 12:48 PM
RDX would get my vote for what it seems you're looking for, I'm starting the hunt for the wife for one myself. They're priced well for what you get with lots of storage and awd to get you places. I owned the ZDX and it was an awesome car, unique look, heavy as shit and city mileage wasn't that great but fun to drive with the 300hp/tq V6 and an awesome awd system. The storage in the ZDX is appalling though and quite high off the ground, I honestly have a bigger trunk in my m3 now; the rear seats are also annoying getting in and out for tall/elderly people due to the roofline.
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