2013 Acura ILX
The ILX concept shown at last month’s Detroit Auto Show was a definite looker. As expected, a few of the styling elements didn’t migrate to the production version, which was unveiled to the automotive press attending the 2012 Chicago Auto Show. For starters, the concept’s massive rims have been ditched for less flashy 17-inchers (16s for the hybrid). Also missing is the chrome trim surrounding the front air dams. The 2013 ILX is based on the Honda Civic, but the two don’t share any sheet metal.
When the ILX arrives this spring, it will be available with three power trains: a hybrid system culled from the Civic, a 2.0-liter, four-cylinder rated at 150 hp, and a 2.4-liter, 201-hp, four-banger sourced from the Civic Si. Acura hopes to attract younger, tech-savvy buyers by offering a number of standard features including push-button start and Pandora Internet radio. Optional Premium and Technology packages add leather seating, navigation, and a rear back-up camera.
2013 Acura RDX
The 2013 Acura RDX marks the second-generation of the brand’s compact crossover, which is bigger than its predecessor. It’s also much stronger, thanks to its new 3.5-liter, V-6 engine rated at 273 hp, which is 33 more than the outgoing 2.3-liter, turbocharged four-cylinder. The added oomph is definitely welcome, as is the improved fuel economy. Thanks to a new six-speed automatic and a revised all-wheel drive (the Super-Handling AWD has been ditched), the 2013 RDX front-drive model achieves an estimated 20/28 mpg city/highway, while the all-wheel-drive model is rated at 19/27 mpg. The previous front and all-wheel drive RDX achieved 19/24 mpg and 17/22 mpg, respectively.
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