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The new model year’s Acuras such as the current year’s TL have occupied numerous headlines recently, though the 2009 Acura RL earns its fair share of attention as well. Here’s some of what we read in published information from Acura.
The RL offers one of the most powerful and refined V-6 engines in its class, with a new 3.7-liter VTEC engine producing a peak of 300 horsepower. Torque has been increased to 271, while EPA mileage with the AWD drivetrain is 16 city / 22 highway. This technologically advanced engine includes the following features:
- Variable Valve Timing and Electronic Lift Control (VTEC), which adjusts timing and lift of the 24 valves according to rpm, facilitating immediate response
- PGM-FI Programmed Fuel Injection, ensuring precise, efficient fuel use
- Drive-by-Wire throttle system, providing a smoother and more precise accelerator connection
VTEC, which stands for Variable valve Timing and Electronic lift Control, is a little like having an on-demand racing camshaft in your engine to give you high rpm power without compromising low rpm torque.
- When engine speed reaches a designated rpm, the intake and exhaust valves open deeper and longer to enhance airflow and allow the RL to continue to build horsepower at levels where other engines may run out of steam.
- When used in tandem with the 2-Stage manifold system, the driver enjoys plenty of low-end power around town and reserve power on the open road.
For more information on the complete line of Acura automobiles including the 2009 Acura RL we invite you to contact Mile High Acura in Denver or stop by our showroom on South Havana.
About Mile High Acura
Mile High Acura is an established Acura dealer serving the Denver metro and Colorado Front Range areas. The Denver Acura dealer offers a professional and friendly environment for selecting and purchasing Acura automobiles. Mile High Acura on South Havana in Denver is a short drive from any point in the Denver metropolitan area. Additional information about the Denver Acura dealer is available at www.milehighacura.com or the company blog at www.milehighacurablog.com.
Contact
Name: Tom Easaw
(303) 369-7800
Email: info@autotree.com
Mile High Acura
2777 South Havana
Denver, Colorado 80014
The new model year’s Acuras such as the current year’s TL have occupied numerous headlines of late, though the 2009 Acura TSX earns its fair share of attention as well. Here’s some of what we read in published information from Acura.
The new TSX is lower, wider and adds some appealing curves to the previous model’s chiseled lines. The bold, new Acura-family grille begins a theme of sharp edges and contemporary shapes that continues around the vehicle’s exterior, conveying a sporty, sophisticated design.
- Flared fenders over each wheel provide a muscular stance.
- Xenon High-Intensity Discharge (HID) headlights, a front chin spoiler, and large air inlets contribute to an aggressive appearance.
- Subtle details, such as thin A-pillars, integrated side-mirror signal lights, dual exhaust outlets and elegant chrome accents exude an aura of luxury.
As for the TSX interior, the look is described as modern and sophisticated, and everything has been designed to enhance the art of driving.
- Metallic-finish trim sweeps from the doors to either side of the center console, defining a dual-cockpit design.
- The center control panel extends forward to keep everything well within arm’s length.
- A three-dimensional treatment to the gauge cluster makes for easy readability.
Floating needles on the gauges enable additional information to be displayed in the gauge centers.
For more information on the complete line of Acura automobiles including the 2009 Acura TSX we invite you to contact Mile High Acura in Denver or stop by our showroom on South Havana.
About Mile High Acura
Mile High Acura is an established Acura dealer serving the Denver metro and Colorado Front Range areas. The Denver Acura dealer offers a professional and friendly environment for selecting and purchasing Acura automobiles. Mile High Acura on South Havana in Denver is a short drive from any point in the Denver metropolitan area. Additional information about the Denver Acura dealer is available at www.milehighacura.com or the company blog at www.milehighacurablog.com.
Contact
Name: Tom Easaw
(303) 369-7800
Email: info@autotree.com
Mile High Acura
2777 South Havana
Denver, Colorado 80014
In our continuing series of videos profiling our people and products here’s our 2009 Acura MDX interview with Randy Schmuki of Mile High Acura in Denver, Colorado.
Randy Schmuki of Denver’s Mile High Acura provides the following testimonial received from one of his local Acura customers:
“You could’ve made an Acura commercial with us last week. We were driving home from Las Vegas in my RDX and drove into a blizzard on Vail Pass. It was late at night, couldn’t see anything, chain law in effect, bizarre traffic, etc., etc., and we made it up the pass and down the other side, and up to the tunnel, and down to Denver without incident – except for white knuckles, of course. We could not have made it the first 100 yards up Vail Pass without the SH-AWD!! — Kay K.
Acura boasts technological breakthroughs such as Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD), North America’s most advanced all-wheel drive system. By actively distributing power between the front and rear wheels, as well as between the right and left rear wheels, sending up to 100% of the power to the outside rear wheel. In addition the system increases rotational speed of the outside rear wheel helping the vehicle track through curves with the precision that can’t be matched by conventional all wheel drive systems.
Randy Schmuki
303-743-5123
In our series of videos profiling our people and products here’s our 2009 Acura RDX interview with Erik Traeber of Mile High Acura in Denver, Colorado.
Automobile safety is high on the list of criteria for consideration among Colorado car buyers. Ask anyone who’s ever been in an accident and they’ll tell you how much they value safety features. And just as important, many who never have an accident can thank the safety features that help prevent accidents.
The 2009 Acura TSX has such features. The TSX has an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) to help you retain steering control of the vehicle even during hard braking.
- It uses sensors to determine if a wheel is about to lock up.
- If imminent lockup is detected, the system pumps and releases brake pressure on the individual wheel several times per second, holding it at the brink of lockup.
- In a braking emergency, the system is designed to allow the driver to apply the maximum level of brake force available while remaining in control.
The Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®) system continually monitors vehicle speed, throttle position, individual wheel speeds, steering angle, lateral g-force, and yaw rate to detect oversteer or understeer.
- When necessary, VSA automatically reduces the engine’s torque and uses the ABS system to apply brakes to each wheel as needed, to help stabilize the vehicle.
- The response is so quick that the instability may be corrected before the driver even knows it’s occurring.
For more information on the complete line of Acura automobiles including the 2009 Acura TSX we invite you to contact Mile High Acura in Denver or stop by our showroom on South Havana.
About Mile High Acura
Mile High Acura is an established Acura dealer serving the Denver metro and Colorado Front Range areas. The Denver Acura dealer offers a professional and friendly environment for selecting and purchasing Acura automobiles. Mile High Acura on South Havana in Denver is a short drive from any point in the Denver metropolitan area. Additional information about the Denver Acura dealer is available at www.milehighacura.com or the company blog at www.milehighacurablog.com.
Contact
Name: Tom Easaw
Phone: (303) 369-7800
Email: info@autotree.com
Mile High Acura
2777 South Havana
Denver, Colorado 80014
The 2009 Acura TSX gets a whole new look with the current model year. Colorado area Acura admirers may be interested to take note of the summary description from Edmunds.com that writes, “The 2009 Acura TSX is a compact entry-level luxury sedan available in one well-loaded trim level. Standard equipment includes 17-inch wheels, xenon HID headlights, foglights, a sunroof, dual-zone automatic climate control, a tilt/telescoping steering column, an eight-way power driver seat with memory, a four-way power passenger seat, leather upholstery, heated front seats, an auto-dimming rearview mirror and a 60/40-split-folding rear seatback. Also standard are Bluetooth and a seven-speaker sound system with a CD player, satellite radio, auxiliary audio jack and a USB port. The optional Technology Package adds a rearview camera and a navigation system with voice recognition, real-time traffic and weather forecasting. In addition, that package includes a superb 10-speaker Acura/ELS surround-sound system with an in-dash six-CD/DVD-audio changer.”
In published information from Acura the TSX is described as being lower, wider, with some appealing curves to the previous model’s chiseled lines. The bold, new Acura-family grille begins a theme of sharp edges and contemporary shapes that continues around the vehicle’s exterior, conveying a sporty, sophisticated design.
- Flared fenders over each wheel provide a muscular stance.
- Xenon High-Intensity Discharge (HID) headlights, a front chin spoiler, and large air inlets contribute to an aggressive appearance.
- Subtle details, such as thin A-pillars, integrated side-mirror signal lights, dual exhaust outlets and elegant chrome accents exude an aura of luxury.
On the inside the new TSX continues its long-held reputation of providing elegant, yet functional interiors. The look is modern and sophisticated, and everything has been designed to enhance the art of driving.
- Metallic-finish trim sweeps from the doors to either side of the center console, defining a dual-cockpit design.
- The center control panel extends forward to keep everything well within arm’s length.
- A three-dimensional treatment to the gauge cluster makes for easy readability.
- Floating needles on the gauges enable additional information to be displayed in the gauge centers.
For more information on the complete line of Acura automobiles including the 2009 Acura TSX we invite you to contact Mile High Acura in Denver or stop by our showroom on South Havana.
About Mile High Acura
Mile High Acura is an established Acura dealer serving the Denver metro and Colorado Front Range areas. The Denver Acura dealer offers a professional and friendly environment for selecting and purchasing Acura automobiles. Mile High Acura on South Havana in Denver is a short drive from any point in the Denver metropolitan area. Additional information about the Denver Acura dealer is available at www.milehighacura.com or the company blog at www.milehighacurablog.com.
Contact
Name: Tom Easaw
Phone: (303) 369-7800
Email: info@autotree.com
Mile High Acura
2777 South Havana
Denver, Colorado 80014
If you live in Denver, have a preference for SUVs, and your tastes run toward the Acura brand, chances are you’ve at least considered owning an Acura RDX. Advanced safety features, fun to drive, and the ability to get to your destination in year-round weather conditions represent just some of the appeal of the Acura RDX. The 2009 Acura RDX is now available and seasonally increased interest is present in these weeks and months when we witness the early Denver snows.
Braking systems are an integral safety component of any vehicle. The RDX uses Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) to enhance general braking performance and a 4-channel Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) to help you retain steering control of the vehicle even during hard braking.
- If sensors detect imminent lockup, the ABS pumps and releases brake pressure on the individual wheel several times per second and holds it at the brink of lockup, where stopping ability reaches its peak.
- By preventing the tires from locking up, the driver will retain steering control even during maximum braking.
- Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) uses the ABS sensors to determine the best distribution of brake force among all four wheels.
Brake Assist helps the braking system operate most effectively during an emergency situation by ensuring that sufficient brake pressure is being applied.
- The system uses a sensor to monitor the speed at which the brake pedal is depressed.
- When emergency braking is detected, Brake Assist steps in to ensure the ABS system is activated.
- Brake Assist only engages when needed and terminates immediately upon release of the brake pedal.
For more information on the complete line of Acura automobiles including the 2009 Acura RDX we invite you to contact Mile High Acura in Denver or stop by our showroom on South Havana.
About Mile High Acura
Mile High Acura is an established Acura dealer serving the Denver metro and Colorado Front Range areas. The Denver Acura dealer offers a professional and friendly environment for selecting and purchasing Acura automobiles. Mile High Acura on South Havana in Denver is a short drive from any point in the Denver metropolitan area. Additional information about the Denver Acura dealer is available at www.milehighacura.com or the company blog at www.milehighacurablog.com.
Contact
Name: Tom Easaw
Phone: (303) 369-7800
Email: info@autotree.com
Mile High Acura
2777 South Havana
Denver, Colorado 80014
The 2009 Acura RDX is now available. Seasonally increased interest is present in these weeks and months when we witness the early Colorado snows. Advanced safety features, fun to drive, and the ability to get to your destination in year-round weather conditions represent just some of the appeal of the Acura RDX.
The RDX artfully combines the low weight and economy of a four cylinder with the power and authority of a high-performance V6, thanks to its turbocharged, intercooled, 2.3-liter DOHC i-VTEC 4-cylinder engine.
- The engine features Acura’s variable flow turbocharger technology that’s designed to drastically reduce turbo lag.
- The RDX produces 240hp @ 6000 rpm and 260 lbs-ft of torque @ 4500 rpm.
- Fuel efficiency is EPA city / highway / combined mileage of 17 / 22 / 19.
- The Drive-by-Wire throttle system enables a smooth, powerful response with just the right throttle sensitivity in every driving situation.
With the Variable Flow Turbo (VFT), Acura has devised a simple, yet elegant solution for reducing turbo lag. The result is the instant and steady power delivery of a much larger engine, while retaining the light weight and cruising efficiency of four cylinders.
- At low rpm, a long valve smoothly narrows the incoming passage and speeds the exhaust flow, keeping the turbine spinning quickly, so there is plenty of turbo boost at low rpm.
- As rpm rises, the valve opens, allowing the increased exhaust volume to flow freely through a second intake chamber, keeping turbo boost high.
- The forced intake air is cooled through a top-mounted intercooler, making the air denser and allowing it to burn more powerfully.
For more information on the complete line of Acura automobiles including the 2009 Acura RDX we invite you to contact Mile High Acura in Denver or stop by our showroom on South Havana.
About Mile High Acura
Mile High Acura is an established Acura dealer serving the Denver metro and Colorado Front Range areas. The Denver Acura dealer offers a professional and friendly environment for selecting and purchasing Acura automobiles. Mile High Acura on South Havana in Denver is a short drive from any point in the Denver metropolitan area. Additional information about the Denver Acura dealer is available at www.milehighacura.com or the company blog at www.milehighacurablog.com.
Contact
Name: Tom Easaw
Phone: (303) 369-7800
Email: info@autotree.com
Mile High Acura
2777 South Havana
Denver, Colorado 80014
In our series of videos profiling our people and products here’s our 2009 Acura TL interview with Erik Traeber of Mile High Acura in Denver, Colorado.