2010 Acura TSX

Acura ups the performance of its sports sedan by adding a V-6 to the line-up, which is mated to a specially geared sport shift automatic transmission. The V-6 TSX also features revised front suspension with stiffer springs and revised calibration for the shock absorbers.

The new engine produces 280 horsepower and 254 lb.-ft. of torque through the use of an 11.2:1 compression ratio, VTEC valve train and a dual-stage intake system. The 2.4-liter, inline four-cylinder produces 201 horsepower and 172 lb.-ft of torque. The four-cylinder is offered with either six-speed manual or a five-speed automatic transmission. More about the 2010 Acura TSX can found at Acura Gaithersburg.

Standard wheels on the 2010 TSX are 17x7.5-inch aluminum alloy, while the V-6 rides on 18x8-inch wheels. Both sizes are shod with Michelin Pilot HX all-season tires. The V-6 uses special rear brake pads, a larger master cylinder, a revised pedal ratio and new brake booster. Gaithersburg Acura can tell you more about the 2010 Acura TSX.

A Technology Package adds a 10-speaker, 415-watt audio system with six-disc CD/DVD changer, AM/FM/XM radio and Dolby Pro Logic II; navigation with voice recognition and rearview camera, Acura’s Real-time traffic with re-routing; and AcuraLink Weather and communication system.

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2010 Acura RL

Acura’s flagship luxury sedan continues with improvements made last while adding an iPod interface standard and sun-sensing climate control as an option. The RL comes with Super Handling All-Wheel Drive and a 300-horsepower V-6.

Three RL variations are available: RL, RL with Technology Package and RL with Technology Package Plus CMBS (Collision Mitigation Braking System). The RL is powered by a 3.7-liter, V-6 engine producing 300 horsepower and 271 lb.-ft. of torque and is mated to Acura’s SportShift five-speed automatic. Learn more about the 2010 Acura RL at Acura Connecticut or Acura dealers Connecticut.

The 2010 Acura RL Technology Package includes satellite-linked navigation with voice recognition, traffic with re-routing and weather information, rearview back-up camera, ventilated front seats and Active Front Lighting System. Acura Woodbridge can take care of all your Acura needs. The top package adds Collision Mitigation Braking and Adaptive Cruise Control and genuine maple wood instrument panel trim.

A full complement of safety features comes on the RL, including stability control, antilock brakes with force distribution and assist and tire pressure monitoring. The RL earns five star ratings from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration and Good ratings from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety.

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2011 Acura TL SH-AWD

Acura's performance sedan for 2011 is offered in two models, the TL and TL SH-AWD (Super Handling All-Wheel Drive), which comes with a more powerful V-6 engine and can be had with a six-speed manual transmission.

The TL SH-AWD is powered by a 3.7-liter, V-6 engine producing 305 horsepower and 273 lb.-ft. of torque. The all-wheel drive system uses torque vectoring to distribute power front to rear and left to right, allowing creation of a “yaw moment” at one rear wheel to help the TL turn in more quickly. Arlington Acura dealer or Arlington Acura or Arlington Acura dealers has more information on the 2011 Acura TL SH-AWD.

The standard transmission for both TL models is the Sequential SportShift five-speed automatic, which includes steering-wheel-mounted paddle shifters. The six-speed manual gearbox is 86 pounds lighter than the five-speed SportShift automatic, which enhances the TL SH-AWD’s performance.

Safety features include antilock brakes with electronic force distribution and assist, stability control, tire pressure monitoring system and daytime running lights. The TL SH-AWD comes with 18-inch alloy wheels standard or 19-inch alloys shod with high-performance summer tires as an option.

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2011 Acura MDX

Currently in its second generation, the 2011 Acura MDX luxury SUV is little changed from last year. But that has more to do with its success and full features than anything else. As expected with a top-of-the-line model, the MDX carries a long list of advanced features.

Acura’s sophisticated 3.7-liter, direct-injection, V-6 engine propels the MDX with 300 horsepower and 270 lb.-ft. of torque and is mated to a six-speed automatic transmission and Super Handling All-Wheel Drive. Acura’s Active Damper System, which uses a magnetic fluid to control suspension movement, is an option and complements the independent suspension and torque-sensing power steering. Learn more about the 2011 Acura MDX at CT Acura dealer or Acura dealerships CT.

Inside the seven-passenger cabin are leather seats, including 10-way adjustable driver’s seat, tri-zone climate control, 253-watt premium audio with six-disc changer, satellite radio, auxiliary input and eight speakers. The Technology Package adds voice-controlled navigation, AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic and Weather. Acura Dealer Gaithersburg can help with any of your vehicle needs. The traffic system includes re-routing software, while the Real-Time Weather features radar image maps. Sound system upgrades include 10 speakers, 410-watt amplifier and 15 GB of media storage space.

The Advance Package adds safety technologies, including blind spot information system, Active Cruise Control, Collision Mitigating Braking System in addition to standard safety features, including advanced, multi-threshold. Another option is a rear entertainment system with DVD player and wireless headphones.

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