Acura RL

The RL is Acura’s flagship 4-door sedan, which was redesigned for 2009 with more aggressive styling. It continues to be a showcase for the latest advances in electronic technology, including Acura’s Collision Mitigation Braking System, Adaptive Cruise Control and improved Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD). The RL also offers AcuraLink weather, a new Note function for XM Radio, Traffic Rerouting, Active Sound Control, Smart Entry, Bluetooth Audio and HandsFreeLink that now features more than 700 voice commands and improved voice recognition. The RL joined the Acura lineup as a replacement for the Legend in 1996 and had previously been redesigned for 1999 and 2005, when SH-AWD was added.

Acura MDX 2009

The 2009 Acura MDX is Acura’s midsize luxury crossover SUV with seating for seven occupants. Acura was one of the first import luxury brands to offer a sport utility in 1996, with the SLX, which was a rebadged Isuzu Trooper. The MDX concept vehicle was unveiled at the 2000 North American International Auto Show and the production version debuted a few months later at the 2000 New York Auto Show. For 2007 the MDX was redesigned with a more athletic appearance, a longer and wider body, a longer wheelbase and a lower ride height. Acura’s flagship SUV was tuned on the world famous Nurburgring racetrack in Germany and is the sixth Acura project to be designed and engineered in the U.S.

The MDX has a refined and powerful 300-hp V6. It is more agile and quieter than its predecessor. The third-row seat folds easily into the floor and is a better fit for kids than adults. The dashboard is a sea of tiny, similar-looking buttons. Crash-test results are impressive.

Acura RDX

Technical Specs

Standard Engine 2.3L I4

Standard Transmission 5 Speed Automatic

Cylinders 4

Horsepower @ RPM 240@6000

Torque @ RPM 260@4500 (foot-lbs)

The RDX is a 5-passenger Entry Premium SUV that features Acura’s first-ever turbocharged engine. Alongside the midsize MDX, the RDX is the second crossover sport-utility vehicle from Acura. Equipped with Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD), the RDX offers the performance and handling a sport sedan with the utility of an SUV.

Acura TSX

Technical Specs

Standard Engine 2.4L I4

Standard Transmission 6 Speed Manual

Cylinders 4Horse

power @ RPM 205@7000

Torque @ RPM 164@4500 (foot-lbs)

The 2009 Acura TSX is powered by a new 201-horsepower 2.4-liter DOHC i-VETC inline 4-cylinder that now delivers more torque over a wider rpm range. New independent front and rear suspension with dual-stage dampers provides more agile handling and standard equipment includes a power glass moonroof, dual-zone automatic climate control, leather seats, a premium 7-speaker premium audio system and Bluetooth HandsFreeLink. The available Technology Package includes AcuraLink Satellite Communication System, Acura Navigation System with Voice Recognition, AcuraLink Real-time traffic, Traffic Rerouting, AcuraLink weather and a 415-watt, 10-speaker Acura/ELS Premium Surround Sound System with DVD-Audio designed by Grammy Award winning producer/engineer Elliot Scheiner.