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#285 of 327 Re: RDX vs. X3 [micckie] by markcincinnati Mar 12, 2007 (7:28 pm)
Replying to: micckie (Mar 02, 2007 7:17 am) I priced, a lease, on a $46K Acura and a $48K BMW.   MDX vs X3:   MDX $865/mo X3 $613/mo   Same term - 36 months, 45K miles.   The BMW residual is much higher than the Acura's.   The more attractive the residual, the more attractive the lease.   If you are simply financing, even at low interest rates, there is no immediate benefit to the higher residual.   I loved the MDX sport. There is no way it should be over $200 more per month than the Bimmer.   I didn't cross shop the RDX I shopped MSRP and compared dollars instead. Perhaps the RDX would be less expensive per month -- but for over $9,000 less it should be.   So an all optioned X3 drives like a dream, has older technology and performs like a champ, the Acura, not so much.   But, the Acura costs more per month, so er. . . well you figure it out. Beats me why the Acura is $200+ more per month. It is nice, but not that nice. Replies to this message: mlb11 (Mar 13, 2007 9:31 am) varmint (Mar 13, 2007 9:39 am) x3driver (Mar 13, 2007 9:40 am) jblaze13 (Mar 14, 2007 2:32 pm) markcincinnati (Mar 26, 2007 5:52 pm) johnny98 (May 22, 2007 4:21 pm) and 6 more...
#286 of 327 Re: RDX vs. X3 [markcincinnati] by mlb11 Mar 13, 2007 (9:31 am)
Replying to: markcincinnati (Mar 12, 2007 7:28 pm) While residual is part of the story in leasing it doesn't tell all....the money factor is equally important. I haven't looked at the MF for the MDX, but it stands to reason it is significantly higher than the X3. BMW is very pro-lease, while Acura typically isn't, especially for a new model change (MDX). Acura currently has some of its lowest MFs that I have ever seen on the RDX, probably to reduce inventory at the dealers. I'm leasing one for slightly more ($20 a month) than I could've leased a CR-V EX-L because of the low Acura MF. The base RDX is still about $4k more than the CR-V at invoice and has a slightly lower resudual, but the MF is so competitive it keeps the monthly payments close.   I don't want to get into a discussion of comparisons between the BMW X3 and either the RDX or MDX. I've owned hondas since 1986 and whenever I've strayed (once even owning a "german" car) I've regretted it. Where is the X3 made, BTW? The last time I looked at BMW (3-series) many were made in South Africa?? The interior looked like it. Replies to this message: varmint (Mar 13, 2007 9:39 am) x3driver (Mar 13, 2007 9:40 am)
#287 of 327 Re: RDX vs. X3 [mlb11] by varmint Mar 13, 2007 (9:39 am)
Replying to: mlb11 (Mar 13, 2007 9:31 am) Acura has an aversion to leases. They claim to be a company that builds cars people want to buy, not cars people will rent. Frankly, I think its silly, but that's what one of the upper management types said at an event.
#288 of 327 Re: RDX vs. X3 [mlb11] by x3driver Mar 13, 2007 (9:40 am)
Replying to: mlb11 (Mar 13, 2007 9:31 am) They are made in Austria.
#289 of 327 RDX Ride and noise issues by novice Mar 13, 2007 (12:59 pm)
For RDX owners who have logged some miles, can you speak to the ride and road noise? Not only Consumer Reports cites these as two negatives of the RDX, but I've read reviews in magazines that raise similar issues. One said passengers literally bounced off the rear seats at points. I know it's supposed to be a sportier ride. But are any of you unhappy with it after driving it for some time? Or, is the ride saisfactory? What about road noise in the cabin?   I really like the car and am thinking about a 2008. But I want a comfortable ride--not a back breaker.   Thanks. Replies to this message: bodble2 (Mar 13, 2007 5:30 pm) mlb11 (Mar 13, 2007 7:30 pm) jblaze13 (Mar 14, 2007 2:34 pm) ubercheap (May 29, 2007 9:22 pm)
#290 of 327 Re: RDX Ride and noise issues [novice] by bodble2 Mar 13, 2007 (5:30 pm)
Replying to: novice (Mar 13, 2007 12:59 pm) Well, I didn't like the ride...after a 20 minute test drive. But maybe it's something that you can get used to over time....?
#291 of 327 Re: RDX Ride and noise issues [novice] by mlb11 Mar 13, 2007 (7:30 pm)
Replying to: novice (Mar 13, 2007 12:59 pm) Wow, this is a tough question to answer because it is really a matter of taste. I was concerned about the ride as well after reading the reviews and posts, but now that I have close to 2k miles on it, I like it alot. The ride is firm and because of the short wheelbase, it can get somewhat bouncy in the backseat. I have driven it fast over some very rural (not even striped) backroads in Illinois and you definitely feel the road. However, I also feel the most confident driving this car - it is extremely stable and handles better than anything I've owned before.   A test drive should give you a clue as to how it handles - if you're concerned drive something else and compare. I also drove a CR-V and it is more compliant, but not nearly as stable (especially at higher speeds and in corners).   I also haven't found road noise to be an issue at all - not sure where CR got that info. It is very quiet inside and when cruising the engine is silent. In lower gears you will hear the turbo spooling up, but it is never instrusive. Besides, the stereo is so good (even in the base model) that you really don't hear anything anyways
#292 of 327 Re: RDX vs. X3 [markcincinnati] by jblaze13 Mar 14, 2007 (2:32 pm)
Replying to: markcincinnati (Mar 12, 2007 7:28 pm) You should compare two vehicles in the same class. MDX vs X5 RDX vs X3   The comparison you made with the MDX vs X3 just isn't reasonable. It would be like comparing an Acura TSX to a Mercedes E-Class. Replies to this message: markcincinnati (Mar 26, 2007 5:52 pm) johnny98 (May 22, 2007 4:21 pm) bruceomega (May 23, 2007 5:32 am) and 5 more...
#293 of 327 Re: RDX Ride and noise issues [novice] by jblaze13 Mar 14, 2007 (2:34 pm)
Replying to: novice (Mar 13, 2007 12:59 pm) I test drove the RDX and didn't have an issue with the ride. It was a city drive so every stop and start called up a very loud turbocharger. Its annoying unless you want really loud music playing at all times. I'm still considering it though.
#294 of 327 ride and noise by micckie Mar 20, 2007 (6:32 pm)
yea, the turbo you can hear, but who cares? If I had kids, I might think twice about suspension. But for me and passanger, (which I can't say the X3 does much for either) it's OK. For the most part, we use this car is a one person show. It is primo! I've had it 3 months, and learning new tech stuff all the time. The car rocks in fun, and steering. Got kids and car seats, get the murano, or the pathfinder.

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