RDX hits Dealers today.
07-18-2006, 05:32 AM
#11
Originally Posted by QUIKAG,Jul 18 2006, 03:20 AM
Not a bad SUV, though I would cross-shop a very clean certified pre-owned MDX or RX330 for the same money.
That said, it WILL be more fun to drive (smaller, lighter, nimbler). The interior looks great, too - nicer than the current MDX.
The RX330 is a great, reliable vehicle. It just doesn't do too much for me. Maybe for my wife but not for me...
07-18-2006, 04:49 PM
#15
Originally Posted by JonBoy,Jul 18 2006, 05:32 AM
That's what I said to my wife this morning. For $37K (with Tech package) you could actually get a brand new MDX (or very close to it), much less a used CPO one with all the goodies.
That said, it WILL be more fun to drive (smaller, lighter, nimbler). The interior looks great, too - nicer than the current MDX.
The RX330 is a great, reliable vehicle. It just doesn't do too much for me. Maybe for my wife but not for me...
That said, it WILL be more fun to drive (smaller, lighter, nimbler). The interior looks great, too - nicer than the current MDX.
The RX330 is a great, reliable vehicle. It just doesn't do too much for me. Maybe for my wife but not for me...
07-18-2006, 06:16 PM
#17
The RDX is $37K with the Tech package. Base is $33K, so it's not TOO expensive to start.
I do think Acura will have a tough time selling 40K a year (their projected sales) at that price, though. I think they'd do a lot better at $31K and $35K (which is probably doable after they get a bit more common).
I still think they're a better deal than an X3, which is pricier for the options and doesn't look as nice.
I do think Acura will have a tough time selling 40K a year (their projected sales) at that price, though. I think they'd do a lot better at $31K and $35K (which is probably doable after they get a bit more common).
I still think they're a better deal than an X3, which is pricier for the options and doesn't look as nice.
07-19-2006, 05:30 AM
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I like the RDX but decided to go with a Mazda.
For about 31k we picked up a fully loaded Mazda CX-7. Two tone leather, voice-navi, rear back up camera, keyless ignition, AWD, Xenon, proven mazdaspeed6 turbo.
What did I give up over the RDX? The more advanced SHAWD drivetrain is the one main thing I can think of.
IMO the Mazda is a really good looking small-ute with some style while the RDX is a bit bland.
For the 7k+ difference the mazda was a no brainer.
For about 31k we picked up a fully loaded Mazda CX-7. Two tone leather, voice-navi, rear back up camera, keyless ignition, AWD, Xenon, proven mazdaspeed6 turbo.
What did I give up over the RDX? The more advanced SHAWD drivetrain is the one main thing I can think of.
IMO the Mazda is a really good looking small-ute with some style while the RDX is a bit bland.
For the 7k+ difference the mazda was a no brainer.