Hello everyone, this issue analyzes the new Acura TLX,
1. Brand analysis
The overall feeling of acura brand premium ability at this level is still average, and the performance in popularity is also average. The performance of the new Acura TLX in product strength is also average, but the Acura brand has achieved a certain market sales in the North American market. Acura TLX's predecessor model, Acura TL, was launched in 1995, and in 2014, Acura TL became Acura TLX.
2. Market analysis
The new Acura TLX is higher than Acura ILX in positioning, lower than Acura RLX, which is a relatively high-end car under the Acura brand, but it is not a flagship model, and Acura RLX is Acura's flagship car. In the future, it is possible to make domestic production and the wheelbase is extended, which may have a certain market competitiveness. This car is the model sold under the Acura brand.
3. Competitors
Competitors are the Benchmark Resachs ES, as well as the Infiniti Q50, as well as models such as the Cadillac CT5 and Lincoln MKZ. This market segment is a sedan with a lower positioning of luxury brands, and the performance in the body size is still quite good.
4. Used cars (Note: The retention rate of used cars is based on the actual performance of the used car market after the new car is listed. ）
The new Acura TLX from the sales and ownership point of view, the overall feeling should not be very high, the retention rate brought by the point of view, is also expected to be not so value preservation.
5. Power system and chassis
Powered by a 2.0T VTEC Turbo supercharged four-cylinder petrol engine with a maximum horsepower of 272 hp and a peak torque of 380 Nm
A 3.0T supercharged V6 petrol engine with a maximum horsepower of 355 hp and a peak torque of 480 Nm is also available, with an all-aluminium engine and 24 valves and direct injection in the cylinder.
Match a 10-speed automatic transmission with sequential SportShift paddle shifters on the gearbox
In terms of chassis, it provides double wishbone front suspension in the front and multi-link rear suspension in the rear, equipped with amplitude response damper, adaptive damping system, and belt-driven variable ratio electric power steering.
6. Configuration
Equipped with a 10.2-inch high-definition dual content center display, a 7-inch color multi-information display, and a 10.5-inch head-up display, it further highlights the style of technology.
Provides AcuraLink interconnection services, Acura navigation system with 3D view, collision mitigation braking system, with advanced pedestrian detection, adaptive cruise control with low-speed following function, lane keeping assist system, road departure mitigation system
In terms of safety configuration, it provides traffic congestion assistance, traffic sign recognition, forward collision warning system, lane departure warning system, multi-view rear camera with dynamic guide, surround view camera system, blind spot information system, rear cross traffic monitor, head-up warning, advanced front airbag, front side airbag, side curtain airbag, front knee airbag, vehicle stability assist with traction control, brake assist, tire pressure monitoring system, tire repair assist, anti-theft system with electronic anti-theft device.
7. Space
Body size length, width and height are 4943mm * 1910mm * 1432mm, wheelbase is 2870mm, from the body size point of view, is the mainstream model among competitors, legroom front and rear 1080mm and 886mm, support 60/40 split folding rear seat backrest, high-end model provides front 16-way power seats with electric waist support, thigh extension and side cushions, also equipped with heated and ventilated front seats, providing heated rear seats.
8. Summary
The new Acura TLX in the appearance and interior are very unique, the appearance presents a very sporty design, the car central control is also a strong sense of luxury, the performance in the texture is not bad, the space in the car can also be, but the new Acura TLX this car in the brand premium ability and product awareness performance is very general, and the luxury brand is also very focused on these, this car has not yet specific news to be domestically extended.
9. Appearance
From the appearance point of view, the overall style presents a rather dynamic design, the front face pentagonal net uses a gradient texture, and with a chrome border shape, it appears tough and luxurious, the narrow headlamp group design is also a very exquisite design, bringing a strong scientific and technological model, the lower encirclement is the use of a three-stage grille, and presents a large gap texture design. Coming to the side, the style of the body is biased towards toughness, and a more sporty shape is adopted on the wheel hub. The rear of the car is skewed towards the atmosphere, and the narrow taillight set presents a very delicate style, and the rear surround has a double-out exhaust pipe design.
10. Interior
Coming to the car, the central control presents a tough line, the central control is the use of a stepped design, the suspension of the central control screen has a strong sense of technology, below is more physical button modeling, the overall interior design is also more unique. The performance of the interior space is also sufficient level.