With all that torque from 2000 to the 4000 RPM redline, I won't be complaining :p That diesel would be nice to drive (either with the 6 speed Manual or if they are able to get the 5AT to handle the torque).
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With all that torque from 2000 to the 4000 RPM redline, I won't be complaining :p That diesel would be nice to drive (either with the 6 speed Manual or if they are able to get the 5AT to handle the torque).
I like revs too but go drive a modern diesel if you haven't.... last diesel thing I drove was the Volvo XC90... the bloody thing just pulls from the lights so hard it truely shocked me. Granted.... the thing drives like a bloody truck (steering and handling through Brisbane city streets was not real pleasant at all) but the engine matched to the auto they offer is top notch :thumbsup:
I think the days of "manual a must" with a diesel might be over with these modern autos. They just keep the thing right in the meat of the torque really well.
Might be getting older.. but instantaneous torque is alot more appealing these days then having to work the ring out of an engine to get the thing moving.
Modern autos keep the turbo in boost and so have an advantage over manuals. The new Ford XR6T is, according to the current issue of Motor, quicker than the manual version and the Porsche turbo auto is apparently quicker than the manual:Quote:
Originally Posted by SPEEDCORE
http://www.drive.com.au/Editorial/Ar...ID=11039&vf=10
As for modern turbo diesels, it's about keeping in the boost zone.
I just saw a new euro on the way home from work on Dandenong Rd, Caulfield! Red euro - plated EURO-25. Looks better than the photos and cannot be far away for sale if it is being tested on the road. The guy must have thought I was a nutter as I was speeding up and slowing down to get a good look.
With a plate like that, it is probably being used for a TV ad. Apparently, dealers are getting together for a preview in three weeks. Release date at end of June.Quote:
Originally Posted by yfin
Anyone noticed how the new Euro doesn't appear in the 'what's coming' sections of Wheels or Motor or that neither has done a full test of the new Accord? It's a reflection of how far below their radar Honda cars are for these mags. Well. I want authoritative opinion. I need to have my future purchase validated by the experts. I need to feel the warmth of the aura of success. I want my bank manager to pay out my mortgage......
any start button?
hahah I am hoping for one. The new 6 doesn't have one, even though (AFAIK) the base model in Japan doesQuote:
Originally Posted by marcus
I think Road and Track had a quick test of the TSX, and they got 0-98km/h in 7.5 seconds and 1/4 mile in 15.5 seconds. Quite spiffy considering the loss of 4hp and weight gained.
lol our demo plates for euro are EURO 1
yes the release is the end of june.
i will be inviting members on here to a private release and information night to view all the cars, learn about them with reps from honda aus attending as well as prizes and other fun things.
will be on june 19th.
watch this space.
Ooh, that sounds very interesting. May be a good time for a potential Euro owner to get a sneak preview, hehe.
Does anybody know when prices are going to be revealed? IIRC some sites were speculating that it would be on the 1st
I just had a look at new Euro on the Honda Italy website. We don't get anywhere near the features that others can choose from overseas. Honda Australia should make them available as options. People would be willing to pay but we don't even get that choice.