Honda + Turbo = Acura RDX

[Eazy]

Introducing Honda's first ever turbo production car in the United States.

RDX features an all-new 2.3-liter i-VTEC(R) four-cylinder turbocharged engine that generates 240 horsepower and 260 lbs-ft of torque. This is the first application of forced induction technology in Acura history. The revolutionary i-VTEC Turbo technology uses a variable flow turbocharger, which is exclusive to the RDX, and provides dramatic performance benefits while maintaining excellent fuel efficiency. To complement the all-aluminum high-performance engine, the RDX utilizes Acura's steering wheel-mounted paddle shifters to manually operate the 5-speed sequential SportShift(TM) automatic transmission.

Acura's Super Handling-AWD system is tuned specifically for the new RDX platform. SH-AWD's sophisticated electronic controls automatically distribute torque fore and aft, as well as splitting the rear torque left to right. The result is dramatically enhanced handling, traction and stability during sporty driving as well as in inclement weather. A sophisticated chassis with fully independent front and rear suspension complement the SH-AWD. Vehicle Stability Assist (VSA(R)) combines with large disc brakes and ABS to enhance control.

The chiseled exterior styling combines with a generous greenhouse to provide excellent visibility for driving in city traffic or on twisty mountain roads. RDX employs a compact upper body with an aggressively raked belt line, sporty wheel flares and a substantial hood that flows down from the windshield to an aggressive Acura signature five-sided grill. Custom 19-inch alloy wheels give the RDX Prototype an aggressive stance. Dual exhaust tips, HID headlights, and a rear spoiler add to the sporty appearance of the vehicle.

Inside, the RDX combines richly appointed materials with a sporty, driver-oriented cockpit. The center console features an innovative storage system, which allows for hidden and lockable storage of a briefcase or laptop computer. The prototype's interior features an assortment of leading-edge technologies, such as the Acura Navigation System with Voice Recognition(TM), AcuraLink(TM) satellite communication system with real time traffic and HandsFreeLink(TM) wireless telephone interface. A premium Acura/ELS(TM) DVD-Audio system is tuned to deliver rich surround sound to the cabin.

[Ep3racer954]

man id have it, a boosted mini MDX, although it looks a little like the Rav-4 to me...

[webby]

yah it does seem to be a mix between like an mdx and a rav. amazing specs though ... 260tq is beautiful. great find.

[GeorgiaBoy]

Good Stuff. Wouldn't be bad for a grocery getter!

[2fast4u2]

Very nice.

[Wrathchild]

thats pretty cool its like a crv on crack

[Silver8th]

Yeah that's cool, I bet it's gonna be 35-40K $$$$though.

[slostjoe]

Someone put this motor in there Si

[kenchan]

if that thing was at least half decent looking...

[DeePStr33tzOfTn]

motor swap time. ha ha i'd def. swap it into my si ...all that hp and tq... that would be great

[TJ213]

wow, thats one hell of a bunp

btw, did anyone else notice:

FG2 wheelbase: 104.3"
RDX wheelbase: 104.3"


Variable flow (or whatever they call it) Turbo, SH-AWD civic

[NARFALICIOUS]

oh shit. imagine that on an civic

or even rsx for that matter


it's only a matter of time.