Acura ZDX Crossover coming to dealerships this fall

Acura announced today that its new four-door sport coupe crossover concept will wear the ‘ZDX’ badge (previously reported to be badge MSX) when it is unveiled at the New York Auto Show next week. Acura said that its ZDX will feature “striking coupe-like styling with the added benefit of a commanding presence and flexible utility to define a new luxury category.”

“The prototype showcases a new level of luxury, style and refinement for Acura and speaks volumes towards our commitment to advancing the brand,” said Jeff Conrad, vice president, Acura sales.

Acura confirmed that the production version of the ZDX will arrive at dealerships later this fall.

Source;
http://www.egmcartech.com/2009/03/30/acura-zdx-crossover-coming-to-dealerships-this-fall/

Motor Authority Catches Acura's Next Sporty SUV being Tested

The new Acura is expected to be a sporty crossover to rival the likes of the BMW X6 and Infiniti FX 35
Acura confirmed recently a number of plans to expand its lineup with several all-new models in an attempt to compete with more established tier 1 luxury brands such as its German rivals, which currently offer full range lineups. The upmarket Honda label is limited to a handful of sedans and a pair of SUVs but the next couple of years will be very busy as the company prepares for the launch of a new coupe, a supercar, and according to these spy shots a new crossover as well.

The prototype for the upcoming sporty crossover was first spotted testing at night in California’s Death Valley back in August. The latest shots show the car during the day and reveal an extremely low roofline that starts to descend after the B-pillar. This gives it a coupe-like profile similar to BMW's X6, which will be one of its main rivals.

Acura is yet to reveal any specific details about a new crossover model, however the company’s vice president for corporate planning and logistics, Dan Bonawitz, confirmed recently that Acura’s first all-new model would be launched in 2010 and that it would be followed by the NSX-replacement later that same year.

This means the crossover could feature a V8 engine, which Acura plans to introduce within the next 18 months. The other engine option would likely include the current 3.7L V6. Honda’s Super-Handling AWD system would also likely come as standard.

Source with more pic's;
http://www.motorauthority.com/spy-shots-acura-working-on-bmw-x6-rival.html

2010 Acura MDX Minor Model Change Spyshots by Priddy and Co.

This last pic is of the current MDX.

It's hard to tell any changes from these photo's, but expect a newer front grill and revised rear end.

Source;

http://www.leftlanenews.com/acura-mdx-future.html

More 2009 Acura TL Spyshots

There was one other photo of the interior but I didn't bother to post it b/c a towel is covering the dash. Here's the link though in case you want to check it out anyway.

http://www.autoblog.com/2008/07/21/spy-shots-2009-acura-tl-in-the-buff/

2009 Acura TL Rear Shot

We've already seen the offical Front End of the vehicle, now here's the rear end.

"According to our sources, here's what you can expect:
The much more exciting news lies in the next generation TL Type-S. Under the hood you will find the 3.7-liter V6 from the MDX CUV. That's an engine already rated at 300 HP in the MDX and our industry sources tell us to expect this motor to be good for around 330 HP in the TL's hot rod version. That said, we've also heard whispers that a number in the 340-350 HP range is not totally out of the realm of possibility.
If those horsepower numbers get your blood flowing, remember that power will also be coursing through Acura's torque-vectoring, SH-AWD system on the Type-S. That leads us to hope those rumors about a number closer to 350 HP turn out to be true.
The last bit of good news on the Type-S is the slush box. A 6 speed, manumatic DSG gearbox will be standard equipment on this faster-than-average sports sedan. Expect to be able to shift the gears through steering wheel-mounted, flappy-paddle shifters, or with the "stick" itself via a "+/-" gate.
Watch for the regular 2009 TL to go on sale during the summer or fall of 2008 and we expect the meaner S-Type following 6-12 months later. "

Source;
http://jalopnik.com/398513/2009-acura-tl-type+s-shows-us-all-four-pipes-in-tacoma

2009 Acura TL Spied

A few nice pic's of the upcoming Acura TL, looks like it is going be similar to the TSX and RL as far as the triangularity (is that a word?) of the car. Looks nice!