Tuesday, 17 March 2015

2015 Acura TLX


The 2015 Acura TLX is completely new model.Acura will bid farewell to the compact and mid-size TL TSX sedan this year, making room for their replacement, the 2015 Acura TLX. The new model is about what you'd expect from an alphanumeric mash-up. 2015 Acura TLX is greater than 3.8 cm but less overall TSX compared to TL. It has the same wheelbase as the TL but space, so the interior will not be compromised.

2015 Acura TLX Interior

TLX will also showcase the latest technologies and Acura interior amenities, including heated and ventilated front seats, GPS-linked AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL, a 7-inch touch screen that controls the 3D view, navigate traffic in real-time, integrated applications suite and smartphone- services ("AcuraLink") and 10 speaker premium audio system. Siri Eyes Free Voice Command function is also available for iPhone users.

2015 Acura TLX Engine

2015 Acura TLX Engine choices will also split the difference between the TSX and TL. TLX Engine to be 2.4-liter, four-cylinder engine with 206 horsepower and connected to a new eight-speed automatic transmission. Upgrade Option will be a 3.5-liter V6 290 hp which joined the nine-speed automatic. Acura affects an EPA estimated 28 mpg combined in the four-cylinder and 25 mpg on the combined V6.

TLX models include front-wheel-drive Acura new steering system that can adjust the angle of the rear wheels when cornering in order to improve service. All-wheel drive is available only in the V6 models. A choice of four driving modes - Econ, Normal, Sport and Sport + - adjustment of the steering, throttle response, time shift, and even noise reduction, depending on the mode.

Acura's new LED headlights are standard Jewel eyes, like a reversing camera and a central locking and ignition. The camera and radar systems bundled into packages Advance technology and enable security features such as low-speed automatic braking, lane departure warning and traffic, the monitoring lane assist, blind-spot and adaptive cruise control.

2015 Acura TLX Price

TLX 2015 arrives at dealerships in August starting at $ 31,890. Check back for the full review, including the new 2015 Acura TLX specifications, the right impressions and buying advice as it becomes available.











2015 Acura RDX

The 2015 Acura RDX luxury crossover SUV little is available in two trim levels: the base and the base of the technology package. Front-wheel drive is standard on both strips, with all-wheel drive optional for both the base or 2015 Acura RDX with Technology Package.

Standard equipment of 2015 Acura RDX includes 18-inch alloy wheels, heated mirrors, rear windows, automatic headlights confidentiality, rearview camera, sunroof, central locking, ignition and entry-zone automatic climate control, heated front seats (eight way driver, four-way passenger), leather upholstery, leather-wrapped wheel tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, Bluetooth phone and seven speakers sound system with CD player, satellite radio / USB audio interface for iPod and auxiliary audio jack.

Technology package adds xenon, foglights, power liftgate, navigation system (with real-time traffic and weather), voice control, GPS-linked and solar-sensing Automatic climate control, a larger display undo / infotainment and 10 cameras -speaker Acura / ELS Surround audio system with 15 GB of music storage and control Pandora Internet Radio.

2015 Acura RDX Interior Design and Special Features

2015 Acura RDX cabin is a pleasant place, because it believes offers spacious and careful construction. Nice texture, design and two-tone color treatment containing dash, center stack and gauge cluster effectively mix the concept of luxury and technology. Even the center stack and a single controller knob infotainment system RDX are well designed and suitable for rapid acclimatization. The same can not be said about the newer dual-screen setup in 2015 Acura RDX and other Honda and Acura products.

The driver's seat is strong and supportive in a manner consistent best European models, while the rear seat offers more legroom than its competitors do, more likely in the case of a pair of 6-footers to sit comfortably in both rows. Decent amount of latitude should also three adults and enough space for short trip.

26.1 cubic meters by 2015 Acura RDXfor storage behind the rear seats is almost the same as most of its rivals, but the rear seats opens 61.3 cubic feet of storage capacity. This is the average amount of luxury compact crossover - in general, these models are not as spacious as a non-luxury models such as the Honda CR-V. 2015 Acura RDX offers 4 cubic feet more than the Audi Q5, but less than 6 class-largest Volvo XC60.

2015 Acura RDX Powertrains and Performance

The 2015 Acura RDX comes with one engine and transmission combination: V6 3.5-liter with 273 hp and 251 pound-feet of torque. Six-speed automatic transmission transfers engine power to the front wheels via either or optional all-wheel drive.

In tests, all-wheel-drive RDX accelerated from zero to 60 mph in 6.5 seconds, which is fast vehicles in this segment. Fuel consumption is also very good in its class, with an EPA rating of RDX FWD 23 mpg city complex (20/28 highway). Going 2015 Acura RDX AWD system comes with only a small penalty in fuel efficiency of 22 mpg city complex (19/27 highway).

2015 Acura RDX Safety

The 2015 Acura RDX comes standard with antilock brakes and stability control, traction, front side airbags, side curtain airbags, active front head restraints and rear camera. In brake testing, all-wheel-drive of 2015 Acura RDX stopped from 60 mph in 127 feet, which is a few meters longer than the average for the class.

The government gave RDX perfect five stars for overall crash protection, with five stars in frontal impact total protection and five stars for side impact protection overall impact. Insurance Institute for Highway Safety gave the highest possible score of RDX "good" in frontal-offset, side and roof strength crash tests. 2015 Acura RDX seats headrests and earned a "good" evaluation of their whiplash reduction in rear impacts.













2015 Acura MDX

The 2015 Acura MDX is a mid-size luxury SUV that can seat seven. It is offered in one well-equipped trim level of the progressive additional packages. Standard equipment for 2015 Acura MDX includes 18-inch wheels, automatic LED headlights, heated mirrors, power liftgate, sunroof, rear privacy glass, handle ignition and entry, heated eight way power front seats (with driver), power lumbar, driver memory settings, power tilt wheel and-telescoping steering wheel, leather upholstery, tri-zone automatic climate control and auto-dimming rear-view mirror. Electronic functions are equipped with two console displays (7-inch touch screen and an 8-inch information), rearview camera with multi-angle, Bluetooth phone and audio connectivity, eight speaker sound system with CD player, iPod interface / USB, Pandora and Compliance and satellite aha.

The 2015 Acura MDX Technology Package adds a navigation system, voice control (navigation and audio), AcuraLink and 10-speaker Acura / ELS surround-sound audio system with HD radio. Also in this package are 19-inch alloy wheels; rain-sensing wipers; LED puddle lights; back door central locking with remote control; GPS-linked and solar-sensing climate control; and a trio of safety features: lane-departure, blind-spot warning and forward collision.

Technology and Entertainment package adds 110 V power outlet, heated rear seats, rear door window sunshades, and rear-seat DVD entertainment system with 9-inch screen and an additional speaker. The 2015 Acura MDX Advance package and entertainment based on these characteristics of the roof rails; Parking sensors front and rear; Remote engine start; auto-dimming mirrors; upgraded leather upholstery; ventilated front seats; Frontal collision mitigation; help to maintain lane; adaptive cruise control; Electrically adjustable passenger seat eight directions (with power lumbar); and upgraded entertainment system in the rear seats with 16.2-inch screen, two additional speakers and HDMI input.

2015 Acura MDX Interior Design and Special Features

The 2015 Acura MDX interior is driver-focused, with a nice thick, leather-wrapped steering wheel and easy-to-read gauge. The quality of materials is high, and the center console has a simple, clean layout anchored by two screens. Overall, the cabin is pleasant and luxurious place to spend time. Using the navigation system is simple and intuitive, and allows you to look at the Acura recipients using central control knob interface 7-inch touchscreen (mounted under the navigation screen, 8-inch) and improved voice recognition system. Unfortunately, neither the screen offers super-sharp graphics, we have come to expect from this class, and some of the more basic functions (such as turning on the heater seats) require multiple presses the virtual touch buttons, which can be distracting. The relative lack of radio settings is another disappointment.

Slide the second row of seats front and rear, with the adjustment range of 5.9 inches, to increase flexibility. Legroom in the back is quite generous. The front seats are comfortable, but compared to other models in this segment, which offer only the basic settings. The third row is best suited for children, but adults should be OK there for short trips.

With 15.8 cubic feet of space behind the third row, the 2015 Acura MDX trails his more competition in the cargo room when all three rows are in use. However, during the submission of the second and third rows, capacity becomes quite generous, with 90.9 cubic feet of room available for luggage and stuff.

2015 Acura MDX Powertrains and Performance

The 2015 Acura MDX is powered by a V6 3.5-liter that produces 290 horsepower and 267 pound-feet of torque. Six-speed automatic transmission and front-wheel drive is standard and all-wheel drive is available as an option. In the tests, SH-AWD MDX accelerated from zero to 60 mph in 6.5 seconds, which is slightly faster than the average time for this class of vehicle. EPA-estimated fuel economy with front-wheel drive is 23 mpg combined (20 city / 28 highway), and the rate AWD version 21 mpg combined (18/27). Properly equipped, the MDX can tow up to 5,000 pounds.

2015 Acura MDX Safety

Standard safety equipment includes a 2015 Acura MDX disc brakes, front anti-seat side airbags, side curtain airbags, driver airbag, active front head restraints knees and traction and stability control. In our test facility, the 2015 Acura MDX required 125 square feet to stop from 60 mph. This result is not as good as others in its class. The camera is standard and AWD models come with stabilizing for towing a trailer.

Optional safety features include belt off and blind spot warning systems. Collision warning system is also ahead, and it works by alerting the driver of a possible collision with audible and visual warnings. 2015 Acura MDX is also offered with collision mitigation braking, which automatically applies the brakes to prevent or mitigate impending collision. Running lane assist system is also available, and it provides automatic steering help to keep you in the MDX waist.

In government crash tests, the 2015 Acura MDX has won a five-star top overall score (out of possible five), each with five stars for complete safety frontal and side impact safety overall impact. MDX also aced the Insurance Institute for Occupational Safety her in highway crash tests. It's a top score of "Good" for its performance in moderate overlap and small overlap front offset crash tests. He also received a "good" rating in the side impact, roof strength and protection against whiplash injuries (head restraints and seat) tests. Optional front collision mitigation system for 2015 Acura MDX won second best "Advanced" rating.












2015 Acura ILX

The 2015 Acura ILX entry-level Luxury limousine in four trim levels: 2.0, 2.0 Premium package, technology package 2.0 and 2.4 with the Premium package. 2015 Acura ILX  standard equipment includes the base 2.0 17-inch alloy wheels, sunroof, automatic headlights, heated mirrors, full power accessories, keyless ignition and entry, tilt steering wheel and-telescopic, leather upholstery, power driver's seat of the eight directions, heated front seats, fold-down rear backrest and active noise reduction, dual-zone automatic climate control, 5-inch screen information display, rearview camera, Bluetooth phone and audio sound system with seven speakers, CD player, USB audio interface / iPod and Pandora Radio app integration of smartphones.

The 2015 Acura ILX  Premium package 2.0 and 2.4 with the Premium package is the facilities listed above, and add xenon headlights, satellite radio, foglights and auto-dimming rear-view mirror. 2.0 Technology package (not available on 2.4) includes all the features of the Premium with a navigation system with a slightly larger display, voice commands, AcuraLink, GPS-linked climate control and a 10-speaker ELS surround sound system.

2015 Acura ILX  Design and Special Features

ILX interior is well built, but the materials used are not really a step away from the best luxury sedans not. Similarly, the design features typical of high-tech climate Acura, but not as luxurious as the elegant A3. It can be a lot of features, though. It is a 5-inch screen center stack topping for myriad infotainment functions, and cleverly placed buttons and knobs to control them. 6-inch screen is equipped with a navigation system, as well as voice command functions (navigation and audio) and a nice-sounding audio system ELS.

Particular been used in the design of places that are supportive without giving the impression of being trapped or hardness. ILX is also very spacious for a compact car, with a decent amount of rear seat room. Even so, it may be convenient 6-foot headroom due to the standard car sunroof. Trunk space, at 12.3 cubic feet, is the mean, and the opening is a little narrow. The rear seats can be folded to facilitate carrying long items, but support is not divided to allow connection long cargo and passenger or two in the back seat.

2015 Acura ILX  Powertrains and Performance

2015 ILX power base is a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine with 150 hp and 140 pound-feet of torque. Offered only five speed automatic transmission, which sends its power to the front wheels. In the performance tests, the drive brought ILX from zero to 60 mph in 9 seconds. This is the average for a compact car economy, but slowly to a compact sedan wearing a badge premium. Fuel economy is respectable at 28 mpg city complex (24/35 highway).

ILX 2.4 Premium package is equipped with a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine, which is rated at 201 hp and 170 Nm. Six-speed manual is the only transmission available. In performance tests, ILX 2.4 went from zero to 60 mph in 7.1 seconds. There is still a little slower than many entry-level luxury sedan with an engine size of primary or secondary regular sedans with an upgraded four-cylinder or V6 engine. Fuel economy ratings are 25 mpg city complex (22/31 highway).

2015 Acura ILX  Safety

2015 Acura ILX comes standard with antilock brakes and stability control, traction, front seat side airbags, side curtain airbags and active front head restraints. The camera is standard, but useful security features, such as blind spot monitoring system and lane departure warning are not available.

In government crash tests, the 2015 Acura ILX  scored the maximum five stars for overall protection in crash tests, four stars for overall frontal impact and five stars for side impact safety. Insurance Institute for Highway Safety gave the ILX a top score of "Good" for the performance of the car in the front-offset, side impact and roof strength tests combine moderate. The head restraint and its design has won seats as "good" rating for whiplash protection in rear impacts.

In brake testing, ILX 2.0 Premium stopped from 60 mph in 121 feet, which is a little better than average. Interestingly, reportedly sports a 2015 Acura ILX 2.4 stopped 130 meters, which is longer than the average.












2016 Acura ILX

The 2016 Acura ILX update is based on the Honda Civic; but thanks to a long list of changes for the new model year, Acura puts more distance between the ILX luxury sedan class and its much more common ancestor. . As Michael Accavitti, vice president and general manager of Acura explained during the 2016 Acura ILX  for the reintroduction of the 2014 Los Angeles Auto Show, "ILX has always been a great idea now is a great idea met - a luxury vehicle for the next generation."

2016 Acura ILX Exterior Features

Structural changes are most evident in advance, where the 2016 Acura ILX sports a new grille. Acura is the first in a long time to move away from the shield-style grille that the company used for almost a decade. The new grille is flanked by LED headlamps JewelEye standard. In addition, the front and rear fascias are restored; LED rear taillights projects are modified; alloy wheels and new designs debut.

2016 Acura ILX Interior

Acura ILX wanted to silence the cabin, so the 2016 is an entry-luxury sedan benefits from additional sound insulation, thicker glass front door and active noise control technology to help mute the sound from the engine. Even the wheels are in style to reduce the amount of noise making its way into the cabin, according to Acura. Car also improved the appearance and character of the interior ILX, adding contrast stitching on the steering wheel, gear knob and parking brake handle.

2016 Acura ILX Optional Features

As with the outgoing version of the ILX, the possibility of a new 2016 model are grouped into packages offered in the staircase step fashion. Acura extends this offer packages for 2016 and now offers ILX with a sports-Spec package, which includes fog lights, rear spoiler, side sill trim and unique 18-in. aluminum wheels with black trim. painted inside, treatment-Spec installs an exclusive black headliner, simulated Premium perforated suede insert seats, gray interior stitching, red backlight, and aluminum pedal covers.

2016 Acura ILX Under Hood

All iterations of the 2016 Acura ILX will have a 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine 201 hp at 6,800 rpm and at 180 lb-ft. of torque at 3600 rpm. 8-speed, dual-clutch, automated manual transmission is standard equipped with paddle shifters and downshift the ability to fit - rev the same configuration, which is offered in the new Acura TLX.

In particular, automated manual gearbox is equipped with a torque converter, the first worldwide application of Acura. Thanks to the torque converter, transmission keeps Acura provides smoother starts that are more typical of a traditional automatic transmission instead of a delayed response acceleration, which are shared with the dual clutch automatic transmissions.In addition to the powertrain changes, the new ILX benefits from a retuned suspension and steering modified to provide better answers.

2016 Acura ILX Safety

Acura made changes in the basic structure of the ILX, that are designed to help the car stand out in the latest and most demanding programs crash tests, according to the company. Most 2016 ILXs system will be standard blind-spot information technology and rear cross-traffic alert and AcuraWatch new package of safety systems include adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping system, the system will exit road mitigation, and increased collision- help mitigate brake system with pedestrian detection function.

Technology
In addition to upgrading the safety ILX new offers in Acura On-Demand Multi-function display (ODMD) is currently offered in the company's entry-level model. Couples go 8-in. The upper display with a lower 7-in. touch screen to provide a lot of information and entertainment functions. Acura also says that he has made more than 50 design changes in this latest version ODMD to improve functionality and intuitive operation.

The most important is the latest automotive technologies AcuraLink connected with navigation app powered by the owner ILX iPhone and data. The built-in navigation system is also available. Additional updates 2016 Acura ILX  is a color display screen located in the gauge cluster, Eyes Free Siri technology, HD Radio and Internet radio Aha.










Acura

Honda's Acura luxury division offers a range of vehicles at a high refinement, but with a sporty edge as well. Acura ILX entry level sedan and efficient ILX Hybrid debuted last year and add more standard features in 2014, including a backup camera, leather upholstery and active noise reduction. Acura ILX is less a luxury car, close in size to the Honda Civic, but with the additional options of the propulsion system design and better. Acura ILX Hybrid gets the best fuel economy of any Acura of 39 combined mpg.

Next, the Acura TSX is flexible, which comes both as a sedan and station wagon. Inside you get a lot of standard features such as Bluetooth® and dual-zone automatic climate control. Mid-size luxury sedan TL was renovated in 2012 and now has a more elegant, less "Beaky" look. Fuel consumption was also improved, which brings up to 29 mpg highway TL Acura also has a great operating system for all-wheel drive (AWD) SH-as an option.

Replacing the flagship sedan for 2014 Acura RL RLX, which offers unique styling with unprecedented headlights and special features such as Active Steering. Instead of the usual headlights, Acura RLX has eight LEDs in each cluster headlamps that serve as daytime running lights and a separate high beam bulbs. Active Steering uses all four wheels in order to drive the Acura RLX, improving stability both in normal and panic.

Acura also has a pair of switches, each with different purposes. The smallest Acura RDX is a five-seat, which underwent reconstruction last year, adding a little size around, which means more space for passengers and a new, more powerful V-6, which adds an extra 33 hp to the mix.

If you need more space or room charge, seven-seat Acura MDX may be more up your alley. Acura MDX also packs features as all finishes are in the SH-AWD, tri-climate control and Bluetooth.