Acura has recently announced that they will be including three sets of technology in their entire line of 2010 models, namely Bluetooth, XM and USB.

Buyers of a 2010 Acura vehicle will be given a 3-month free trial to XM, Bluetooth connectivity for hands-free calling (or anything else that uses Bluetooth) and a USB port that will support full integration with Apple’s iPod. However, the 2010 Acura MDX will not feature a USB port, instead only Bluetooth and XM.

KickingTires makes note that these features usually cost a premium of $200-$500 before they deemed as standard making this a very welcome addition.

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Acura has recently come forth to let us know what consumers can expect to pay for the 2010 TSX along with what will be featured under the hood.

Buyers of the 2010 Acura TSX will find a 3.5-liter 6-cylinder engine good for 280HP under the hood. Couple this with a 5-speed paddle shifting transmission and you’re looking at a fuel economy of 18MPG in the city and 27MPG on the highway. Aesthetically you will find 18-inch wheels on the V6 model and 17-inch wheels on the base model.

Below is the price points for all of the 2010 TSX models:

TSX – five-speed automatic: $29,310

TSX – six-speed manual: $29,310

TSX – five-speed automatic with Technology Package: $32,410

TSX – six-speed manual with Technology Package: $32,410

TSX V-6: $34,850

TSX V-6 with Technology Package: $37,950

via KickingTires

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It seems that those images we previously showed you of the 2010 Acura RDX were real as Acura has today come forth to officially unveil the car.

As you can see, the car will have some aesthetic improvements including a new grille, new allow wheels and a new rear bumper. Furthermore, Acura has also unveiled that the car will now in FWD in addition to the AWD model. Buyers will be able to pick up the RWD drive version for reportedly $2,000 less than the AWD version at $32,520.

Under the hood the 2010 Acura RDX will feature a turbocharged 2.3-liter engine good for 240HP and 260 pounds of torque in addition to a paddle 5-speed automatic transmission.

via WorldCarFans

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Acura has today revealed their brand new 2010 Acura ZDX which is currently slated for a winter North American release. Other than the above photo we have learned a bit about the car’s specs. The 2010 ZDX will be a 4-door coupe capable of seating up to 5 adults along with a plethora of hidden storage compartments.

Under the hood, however, is a 3.7-liter V6 engine capable of 300HP and 270 pounds of torque. Additionally, the vehicle will feature a 6-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters and Acura’s Super Handling AWD system.

Pricing has yet to be announced but as the 2010 Acura ZDX’s release date draws nearer we will keep you posted.

Press release after the break.

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A prototype of the Acura DZX debuted at the New York Auto Show, boasting of provocative luxury four door sports coupe which is scheduled to on sale in the fall of 2009. The segment bending ZDX features stunning coupe-like styling with the added benefit of a commanding presence and flexible utility.

The ZDX is designed to break new ground for Acura in the areas of provocative styling, contemporary luxury and meticulous refinement. With its sensuous curves, sharply raked roofline and bold fender flares, the ZDX blurs the distinction between coupe, sedan and sport utility vehicle.

In keeping with the coupe-inspired styling, the rear door handles are cleverly concealed in the C-pillar. The all-glass tailgate opens wide to reveal a highly functional cargo space with integrated under-floor storage. The prototype is finished off with stylish dual chrome exhaust outlets and 9-spoke machined wheels fitted with 20-inch Michelin tires.

“From the very first sketch of the ZDX, I wanted to create an emotional vehicle that challenged conventional thinking of what a sports coupe should be,” said Michelle Christensen, ZDX exterior designer. “My goal was to create a strikingly beautiful exterior, and use that attraction to help draw you into the rich interior.”

(Source) Press

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Acura ZDX

Acura’s upcoming luxury crossover will bear the ZDX name, the automaker had said Monday. It will reveal a concept version of the ZDX at the New York auto show on April 8. The ZDX will make it into Acura showrooms this fall.

Acura identifies the car as a luxury four-door sport coupe “with the added benefit of a commanding presence and flexible utility to define a new luxury category.” It will join the ranks of the small RDX and midsize MDX crossovers in the Acura lineup. Acura has released a series of teaser photos of the ZDX.

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Closing a sale is one thing but it is the after-service of auto companies that is important for most consumers who end up buying new cars today. While they may have secured the car after paying for it, available assistance after the sale is equally important since they are looking for the customer support services to help them in cases of maintenance and troubleshooting issues arising from thereon.

The 29th annual study examined satisfaction among car owners who visit a service department for maintenance or repair work. Rankings, based on dealer performance during the first three years of ownership, were determined by service quality, service initiation, service advisor, service facility and vehicle pickup.

Results revealed that the highest-performing brands retained more than 80 percent of their customer maintenance and repair dollars within their dealer network, compared to less than 60 percent for lowering-performing brands.

Lexus ranked highest with dealer service, moving up from fourth position in 2008. Jaguar, BMW, Cadillac and Acura helped round out the top five, while all GM brands ranked above industry standards.

(Source) Press

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In a move that was perhaps forced by the continued decline in car sales today, Honda has announced the shelving of some high-end models in its fold. Among the vehicles that have been axed included the Acura brand, a proposed V8 engine, a successor to the Honda S2000 and a convertible based on the forthcoming Honda CR-Z coupé.

Honda likewise announced that its main focus at the moment is to shift to hybrid cars manufacturing to address the growing demand for alternative cars that are more conventional and economical to the common motorists today.

It aims to build 500,000 hybrids by 2012, including the new Honda Insight and the world’s first hybrid supermini, a petrol-electric Honda Jazz due next year. It should be capable of 80mpg and emit just 90g/km of CO2.

(Source) Autocar

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Doesn’t it feel so much better driving a stick car? Some people prefer automatic transmission but I say you should definitely choose manual.

Acura fans can chose now a manual transmission for the upcoming 2010 Acura TL SH-AWD model. It’s a new six-speed stick as the 2009 model has only a five speed automatic with paddle shifters transmission.

That’s quite a change for thr Acura which used to make the SH-AWD with standard automatic transmission without the possibility of choosing manual. The SH-AWD will also get the “Hill Start Assistant” to help drivers hold the vehicle on hills when starting the engine.

If you’re not into manual shifting think about your fuel saving. The manual transmission weighs 88 pounds less than the automatic. That means less gas to move the whole car right?

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As you might already by suspecting the 2+1 refers to the seating arrangement in this Acura concept car.
Designed by student Leon Paz it has a plastic body which is harder then fiber glass. The upper surface is a one piece window that shows the twin-turbo V6 engine which replaces an actual, old fashioned hood.

You will only be able to pick up two girls at a time with this car as there aren’t any more seats provided. But hold your horses now, the 2+1 is just a concept. Who knows if we’re going to see a prototype? Could somebody working for Acura answer to that?

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Let’s get down to Earth from that super cars or those concept cars we’ve seen and inspect the new 2009 Acura TL sedan. Why? Because it has just received its price. The 2009 model is going to cost you over $1,000 more than the last version which comes to $34,995.

The TL is going to replace the Type-S. The car comes with SH-AWD and it will get you 305 horsepower.

Pricing can go all the way up to $38,505 depending on what extras you choose for it. There’s GPS, keyless access, push-button start and the Acura/ELS Surround sound system for you to enjoy.

So what say you Honda and Accura fans? Will the 2009 Acura TL do for you?

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