2019 NX do you love it?

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Feb 26, 2019 | 05:32 AM

#31

Lex2000TL

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Originally Posted by oops

Do you think second year is good enough to wait out any issues with first year models?

It all depends on the severity of problems with the vehicle, and how promptly manufacturer resolves them.
For example, Audi 2.0L engines were known for oil consumption (and later chain tensioner issues) on A4 (B8) almost since it introduction in 2008 as 2009 model. For years, despite customers complains, Audi did nothing. This eventually led to lawsuit. Regardless, oil consumption issue was put to rest only in 2013, as I recall. Think about it: 4 years car manufacturer was making “defective” engines!

Feb 26, 2019 | 07:52 AM

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There are a lot of complaints in the Acura forum. I would wait.

Consumer Reports also removed the 2019 RDX from their recommended list due to customer complaints from their survey.

Feb 26, 2019 | 09:17 PM

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Originally Posted by oops

Acura's touch pad is 1 to 1 ratio. I learned that it means wherever you put your finger on the pad, is the respective position on the screen. That makes it much more intuitive than Lexus, no?

I guess that’s a matter of perspective. I have used touch pads on laptops, Macs and Microsoft Surfaces for years, so it is more intuitive to me than a touchscreen. We had priuses with touchscreens and they were constantly smudged, but more importantly they were also close and within easy reach because the car was smaller.

Anyway, I think my post may have been confusing because I didn’t explain what I meant by “5 years apart”. I was referring to the fact that you said you are currently driving a 2014 Lexus ES in your initial post. What I meant is that I don’t think that infotainment system will be so different from the 2019 that you would have any trouble using it. The obvious difference is the touchpad rather than a joystick.

Last edited by TechNut; Feb 26, 2019 at 09:19 PM. Reason: spelling error

Feb 28, 2019 | 02:51 AM

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i heard toyota going all electric in 2020...might not have a lot of time left to buy a gas engine...ofc I plan on running the 17 nx til it drops...have 8yr extended warranty so i should be good til its all electric cars...I still have 01 and 05 vehicles with 80k and 50k...dont drive alot anymore...retired life.

Feb 28, 2019 | 08:37 AM

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Apparently Toyota is going “electrified” by 2025
https://electrek.co/2019/01/07/toyot...ctrified-2025/

Feb 28, 2019 | 04:54 PM

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This is thread hijacking but... you all need to calculate in that Toyota is a global company and does as global masters say to. So add to your stipulations that China is going to ban ICE engine by 2028, already followed by many countries. That Europe already is banning diesels in certain areas. That electrics are being pushed and promoted everywhere. This then should be a valid concern for those who buy a new car "till it drops" as you may end up with an illegal vehicle and then what?

Going back to OP. I do not have 19, mine is 15 but, though being known here NX nagger, after 4 days in RX350L - NX is a better car. With tis own problems, but it's just a better car. Not a bloated boat with jerky transmission.

Mar 7, 2019 | 02:02 PM

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I had one as a loaner a couple weeks ago, found it quite lovely. Just hated the engine, but I hate downsized turbo stuff in general. Had plenty of pickup but all the wrong sounds.

It was definitely a nice ride. I like trucks if I'm riding high but yes I found that quite a lovely little crossover and if I liked crossovers it would be on my list.