Cross-shopping Acura and Honda vehicles is a growing trend among forward-thinking consumers nowadays. A lot of them are reviewing their options conscientiously to make a worthwhile purchase decision. Despite the class dynamic, both brands have strong consumer loyalty because of the value and reliability each brings. If a Honda driver is considering the switch, what are some of the highlights of upgrading to an Acura?
Automakers have gone to great lengths to create the latest technology in today's models. Some of these features contribute to the overall safety of a vehicle, while others are more about functionality or comfort. Acura is including Collision Mitigation Braking into many of their vehicles. This feature can prevent accidents, and also alter the severity of an accident if one is unavoidable. It comes with a majority of Acura vehicles that are coming off the assembly line right now.
Precision All-Wheel Steering is a system that can independently adjust the toe angle of the rear wheels of your car to give it fully independent rear steering. Whenever the front wheels are steered, the rear wheels can pivot as much as 1.8 degrees in the same direction to make lane changes smoother and more natural. They can also pivot in the opposite direction of your front wheels to help you rotate into a turn.
Super Handling All-Wheel Drive is affectionately known as SH-AWD for short. Unlike most all-wheel-drive systems, SH-AWD doesn't just help your driving performance in the middle of bad weather. It's capable of improving handling even when the road is dry and clear. How exactly did Acura manage to come up with an all-wheel-drive system that is capable of boosting your driving performance even when nothing adverse is happening? You'd have to ask the designers at Acura to get an in-depth answer, but we're here to tell you the short version of the technology.
Why are Acura MDX and RDX in the Cars.com Top 10 American-Made Vehicles? When it comes to quality, luxury buyers are looking for vehicles made close to home. The good news is that two Acura models are now made in the USA. In fact, the Acura MDX and the Acura RDX has made the top ten list of American made vehicles from a recent cars.com list.
Welcome to your Acura dealership. We want to help you make the most of your new or pre-owned vehicle. Some of you have questions about how to use the Acura keyless entry. You also may wonder what to do if it doesn’t work. If so, we’re here for you.
The Acura keyless entry system is either standard or an option on select trims of RDX, TLX…
The more technologically advanced vehicles get, the more such an advancement includes innovations in engine performance and fuel efficiency. These days, more so than ever before, Acura consumers are concerned with how much they spend refilling their gas tanks. Thus, any form of technology that helps increase a vehicle’s miles-per-gallon rating is welcome—and that includes an automatic idle stop.
Acura is a luxury automobile manufacturer where you’ll find amenities around every corner, including sleek leather seats that mold to your body and chrome wheels that make an impression on those you pass. Most cars today come with infotainment systems and internal computers, and you must make sure to pay attention to software updates. Those updates will help your car perform the way you always imagined. Our dealership offers help for those who need an update. We want you to have all the pertinent information available to you before you stop by.
When it comes to owning a car, there will likely be a time when you need to sell it and buy a newer model. Once you're ready to advertise the vehicle, you'll want to increase the resale value to ensure that you make more money off of the car and can find the right buyer. When you're ready to enhance the appeal of the vehicle, there are a few main tips to follow.
Acura scored big when they introduced the True Touchpad Interface™. It has been all over automotive news as a newer and easier way to interact with your dash touchscreen. Unlike other dash systems that rely on a cursor, you're dealing with a "true" tablet-type touchpad interface that doesn't require you to first locate a cursor and then control the cursor. Instead, you're controlling the touchpad itself at the press of a button.
