Acura - Everyone's Luxury Car
Kathy Austin
Acura, a clutch of five different models of Japanese cars, the Acura RL, the MDX, the TL, the RDX and the TSX mentioned in order of pricing. The RL, the TL and the TSX are sedans whereas the other two are SUVs. Each of these models has its own variants depending on their features. The cars have a marked resemblance to the Honda, on which it is based. Though Japanese, practically all of them have an American flavor, the TL and the RDX are built in Marysville, Ohio and the engine for the MDX at Anna, Ohio. The MDX is a Canadian built one, built at Alliston, Ontario.
As a standard fixture, all the standard cars in the Acura Range, come fitted with a Automatic 5 Speed, Sequential Sport Shift, Shift and Grade Logic Controls to instill confidence in the driver by giving him unequivocal and total control over the car while traversing any type of terrain, be it plain, uphill or downhill. Optionally, this basic configuration can be converted either to the 5 Speed Manual or the 6 Speed Auto or the 6 Speed Manual. Paddle Shifters are provided with the manual models.
Three of the standard Acura MDX the RL and the TL editions and their variants feature 2.4 lt., 24 valve, SOHC VTEC V-6 engine. These technologically advanced, lightweight all-aluminum alloy constructed machines come with electronically controlled valve timers, increasing fuel efficiency. These cars are virtual powerhouses and belt out an awesome 300, 290 and 258 Horsepower respectively. The other models are just slightly less powerful; the RDX and the TSX are powered by 16 valve DOHC i-VTEC engines of 2.3 lt. & 2.4 lt. capacity and are capable of delivering 240 hp and 205 hp respectively.
The safety elements of the Acura cars are simply exceptional. They comprise of the standard mandatory air bags. In addition, most of them are fitted with the Tire Pressure Monitoring System(TPMS), the Super Handling All Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) and the Anti-Braking System(ABS) as standard equipment. The more advanced ones offer more safety with the use of P235/45 R1793W Bridgestone Potenza RE030 High Performance Tires in the TL Type-S Model. LATCH, the safety device for children and (OPDS) - the apparatus for monitoring the position of the occupant are also available in some of the more pricier models.
Infotainment attains a high level of perfection in Acura cars. The standard music system is the Acura 360-watt Premium Sound System with AM/FM & XM Satellite Radio, 6-disc in-dash CD changer and 8 speakers. A even more sophisticated Acura/ELS Surround Premium 10-speaker Sound System is present in the RDX, MDX and TL. Bluetooth HandsFreeLink wireless telephone interface with phonebook exchange is featured in all the vehicles except the TSX. In addition to this one can opt for The Acura Navigation System with Voice Recognition and/or the AcuraLinkTM Satellite Communication devices.
The systems available for in-car entertainment leaves practically nothing to be desired. The standard music system is the Acura 360-watt Premium Sound System with AM/FM & XM Satellite Radio, 6-disc in-dash CD changer and 8 speakers. A more sophisticated system presented in the costlier RDX, MDX and TL is the Acura/ELS Surround Premium 10-speaker Sound System with 6-disc in-dash CD, DVD-Audio, MP3, WMA and DTS changer, Dolby Pro Logic II and AM/FM tuner. Both of them deliver an exceptional aural experience which is better heard than read of.
Acura's commitment to the upkeep of a eco-friendly environment is manifested in its efficient use of resources, materials and energy. All components of the Acura are designed with the maintaining of the environment.
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