Unveiled : 2010 Acura RDX

Acura’s 2010 RDX crossover has been unceremoniously unveiled on the automaker’s Web site. As expected, the 2010 RDX is merely a mid-cycle refresh, retaining its overall look but gaining some new design cues to better bring it in line with the rest of Acura’s lineup.

The 2010 RDX will take on the new corporate face of Acura — for better or worse — which includes a TL-derived front grille, a restyled lower fascia and new fog lights. A restyled bumper and new air inlets will also be part of the redesign.

The big news for the 2010 model year is the addition of a front-wheel drive RDX model– up until now the RDX has only been available with Acura’s Super Handling All-Wheel Drive system. Thanks to a lighter curb weight, the FWD RDX posts better numbers than its AWD counterpart, achieving ratings of 19mpg city, 22mpg highway. The AWD model remains unchanged at 17/20mpg city/highway.

Pricing for the 2010 RDX will start at $32,520 for the FWD model with the addition of SH-AWD bumping the price to $34,520. Acura’s Technology Package can be had on either model for $3,100.

Although the changes are slight, the improvements should keep the RDX fresh in an ever-expanding segment.

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2010 Acura ZDX Sports car revealed

At last, the new 2010 Acura ZDX four-door sports coupe a.k.a. the first Bmw X6 rival has arrived! As you can see, the new vehicle is clearly inspired by the ZDX Concept unveiled back in April, at the 2009 New York Auto Show.

The new car carries under the hood, the spectacular 3.7-liter V6 engine mated to an all-new 6-speed automatic transmission capable to deliver 300 horsepower and 270 lb-ft (365 Nm) of torque. As a standard equipment, the ZDX offers Acura’s exclusive Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) system and the 19-inch, 7-spoke alloy wheels. Inside, we find hand-stitched leather dash, panels and sculpted center console but also three distinct trim levels: ZDX, ZDX with Technology Package and the ultra premium, ZDX with Advance Package. More details and photos after the jump!

The standard package offers panoramic glass roof with moveable sunshades, hand-stitched leather interior, HandsFreeLink Bluetooth connectivity, power tailgate, and a high powered audio system with CD player, AM/FM/XM radio and USB audio interface with iPod integration are all standard features.

The technology package includes several features including a Navigation System with Voice Recognition, an Acura/ELS Surround premium audio system and a new multi-view rear camera. The Advance Package adds a blind spot information system, a Collision Mitigating Braking System (CMBS), and Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC). The ZDX will be priced and positioned between the MDX luxury SUV and the RL luxury sedan! More details to be revealed!

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Spied photos of 2010 Acura RDX

Acura focused on it passenger car lineup in 2008 — with updates to the company’s TSX, TL and RL sedans — but it looks as though Honda’s luxury brand will be switching its focus to its crossover lineup in 2009. Our spies have once again spotted a 2010 RDX prototype while undergoing some final shakedown testing.

While Acura has the new features of this RDX covered in camouflage tape that matches the color of the paint, the changes are still easy to see. The 2010 RDX will take on the new corporate face of Acura — for better or worse — which includes a TL-derived front grille, a restyled lower fascia and new fog lights.

It’s not known if the RDX’s turbocharged 2.3L inline four will receive any performance or fuel economy tweaks. However, rumors are now circulating that the RDX will be offered in a front-wheel drive model.

Although the changes are slight, the improvements should keep the RDX refresh in an ever-expanding segment.

Source : Leftlanenews

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