Let's talk RDX
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Let's talk RDX
I know I can't be alone...
I've had my 2008 RDX Tech for a couple months now and am loving it. Sure it sucks down premium fuel like it's going out of style if you drive it agressively but it'll also get 25MPG around town if you take it easy.
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Modified by ADAMnQuickRDX at 6:47 PM 8/1/2008
Modified by ADAMnQuickRDX at 6:47 PM 8/1/2008
I've had my 2008 RDX Tech for a couple months now and am loving it. Sure it sucks down premium fuel like it's going out of style if you drive it agressively but it'll also get 25MPG around town if you take it easy.
UPDATE: Installed 20x8 Wheels, 275/40-20 tires, Eibach Pro-kit & Acura Front Underbody Spoiler:
CLICK HERE FOR MORE PICS!!
Modified by ADAMnQuickRDX at 6:47 PM 8/1/2008
Modified by ADAMnQuickRDX at 6:47 PM 8/1/2008
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Re: Let's talk RDX (ADAMnQuickRDX)
There currently are not enough RDXs on the road to warrant the cost of R&D on aftermarket products, though some may carry over from other Honda models.
Coming in at 33K base, many people are rejecting the "luxury aspect", premium gas, and turbo charged motor for the more favorable, more reliable (based upon initial testing) CR-V.
I know I went with the CR-V for the simple fact that I wouldn't be driving it very much, but the better half will be. Though I considered the RDX, the price really didn't make up for the "performance" rendered. We wanted a reliable car for the snow, for camping, off-highway excursions and such. Though we don't plan on doing terribly much of those, we also know that we aren't going to be road racing either.
Cargo room on the RDX, led us over to the CR-V, though ugly in the front, suits us very well.
Though a lot nicer (Turbo vs. N/A, SH-AWD compared to RT-AWD, interior quality, ride comfort, peppiness, name, luxury title) for us, and the majority of the people out there, it's just really not worth shelling out that kinda cash for something to be driven with little performance compared to other cars out there. With the cost of gas, many people are looking for what fits them and their wallet, as opposed to the performance aspect. Undoubtedly, there will be some sort of market for them, I don't see that in the near future.
Coming in at 33K base, many people are rejecting the "luxury aspect", premium gas, and turbo charged motor for the more favorable, more reliable (based upon initial testing) CR-V.
I know I went with the CR-V for the simple fact that I wouldn't be driving it very much, but the better half will be. Though I considered the RDX, the price really didn't make up for the "performance" rendered. We wanted a reliable car for the snow, for camping, off-highway excursions and such. Though we don't plan on doing terribly much of those, we also know that we aren't going to be road racing either.
Cargo room on the RDX, led us over to the CR-V, though ugly in the front, suits us very well.
Though a lot nicer (Turbo vs. N/A, SH-AWD compared to RT-AWD, interior quality, ride comfort, peppiness, name, luxury title) for us, and the majority of the people out there, it's just really not worth shelling out that kinda cash for something to be driven with little performance compared to other cars out there. With the cost of gas, many people are looking for what fits them and their wallet, as opposed to the performance aspect. Undoubtedly, there will be some sort of market for them, I don't see that in the near future.
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Re: Let's talk RDX (Splaturn)
i'll have to agree.
i was suggesting the RDX to my mother.. but the base msrp wasn't tooo appealing. it does beat the rest of the luxury small suv class easily. we ended up with a rav4 v6, which has adequate power (260hp!)
the rdx, i believe, is marketed towards a small group.. those "late 20's to mid 30's" men who prefer that sporty/handling suv go getter... which is a good segment, but with the horrible gas prices and economy... EVERY SUV market is in the crapper. ;(
i was suggesting the RDX to my mother.. but the base msrp wasn't tooo appealing. it does beat the rest of the luxury small suv class easily. we ended up with a rav4 v6, which has adequate power (260hp!)
the rdx, i believe, is marketed towards a small group.. those "late 20's to mid 30's" men who prefer that sporty/handling suv go getter... which is a good segment, but with the horrible gas prices and economy... EVERY SUV market is in the crapper. ;(
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Re: Let's talk RDX (ADAMnQuickRDX)
I have a intake on mine, (www.cp-e.com) most rdx owners are over on rdx.acurazine.com
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Re: (361 accord's backup acct.)
Other then the gas issue, I love my RDX. The front underbody spoiler looks better then I thought, do you plan on getting the optional rear diffuser as well?
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Re: (361 accord's backup acct.)
<TABLE WIDTH="90%" CELLSPACING=0 CELLPADDING=0 ALIGN=CENTER><TR><TD>Quote, originally posted by 361 accord’s backup acct. »</TD></TR><TR><TD CLASS="quote">ricer question: does it have a blow-off 
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yes it is called a bypass control solenoid valve and does the same job.
</TD></TR></TABLE>yes it is called a bypass control solenoid valve and does the same job.
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AKA Bypass valve.
yes it is called a bypass control solenoid valve and does the same job.
</TD></TR></TABLE>AKA Bypass valve.
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Re: Let's talk RDX (Splaturn)
Originally Posted by Splaturn
There currently are not enough RDXs on the road to warrant the cost of R&D on aftermarket products, though some may carry over from other Honda models.
Coming in at 33K base, many people are rejecting the "luxury aspect", premium gas, and turbo charged motor for the more favorable, more reliable (based upon initial testing) CR-V.
I know I went with the CR-V for the simple fact that I wouldn't be driving it very much, but the better half will be. Though I considered the RDX, the price really didn't make up for the "performance" rendered. We wanted a reliable car for the snow, for camping, off-highway excursions and such. Though we don't plan on doing terribly much of those, we also know that we aren't going to be road racing either.
Cargo room on the RDX, led us over to the CR-V, though ugly in the front, suits us very well.
Though a lot nicer (Turbo vs. N/A, SH-AWD compared to RT-AWD, interior quality, ride comfort, peppiness, name, luxury title) for us, and the majority of the people out there, it's just really not worth shelling out that kinda cash for something to be driven with little performance compared to other cars out there. With the cost of gas, many people are looking for what fits them and their wallet, as opposed to the performance aspect. Undoubtedly, there will be some sort of market for them, I don't see that in the near future.
Coming in at 33K base, many people are rejecting the "luxury aspect", premium gas, and turbo charged motor for the more favorable, more reliable (based upon initial testing) CR-V.
I know I went with the CR-V for the simple fact that I wouldn't be driving it very much, but the better half will be. Though I considered the RDX, the price really didn't make up for the "performance" rendered. We wanted a reliable car for the snow, for camping, off-highway excursions and such. Though we don't plan on doing terribly much of those, we also know that we aren't going to be road racing either.
Cargo room on the RDX, led us over to the CR-V, though ugly in the front, suits us very well.
Though a lot nicer (Turbo vs. N/A, SH-AWD compared to RT-AWD, interior quality, ride comfort, peppiness, name, luxury title) for us, and the majority of the people out there, it's just really not worth shelling out that kinda cash for something to be driven with little performance compared to other cars out there. With the cost of gas, many people are looking for what fits them and their wallet, as opposed to the performance aspect. Undoubtedly, there will be some sort of market for them, I don't see that in the near future.
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