The all new 2019 Acura MDX, a family favorite! Esserman International Acura is also a fan of this pretty superb vehicle. We love the variety and choice that comes along this smooth riding SUV. The 2019 MDX offers 6 trims, 11 configurations, and 8 color choices perfect for any style and feature preference!

Trim: 3.5L 

This is the most basic and money saving friendly option offered by the 2019 Acura MDX. Starting at just an MSRP of $$44,300 for the front wheel option. This trim and configuration option offers a fairly fuel efficient Combined MPG of 23. Not too bad for the 290-hp, 3.5-liter V-6 engine. The AWD option starts at $46,300 with a combined MPG of 22. Both options offer a 9-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manual and come with a 7 color options.

Trim: 3.5L Technology Package

Transmission, MPG, and engine features mirror those of the standard 3.5L. This trim offers a starting MSRP of $49,300 for the FWD option and $51,300 for the AWD option. This vehicle comes with more technology fun and an additional color option.

Trim: 3.5L Tech & Entertainment Packages

Transmission, MPG, and engine features mirror those of the standard 3.5L. This trim offers a starting MSRP of $51,300 for the FWD option and $53,300 for the AWD option. This trim option is available in 6 colors.

 Trim: 3.5L Tech & A-Spec Pkgs

This trim only offers an AWD option. With a decent 21 MPG, 290-hp, 3.5-liter V-6  engine, and a 9-speed automatic w/OD and auto-manual transmission. This trim option is available in 6 different colors.

Trim: 3.5L Advance Pkg

Transmission, MPG, and engine features mirror those of the standard 3.5L. This trim offers a starting MSRP of $56,050 for the FWD option and $58,050 for the AWD option. This trim option is available in 8 colors!

Trim:  3.5L Advance & Entertainment Packages

Transmission, MPG, and engine features mirror those of the standard 3.5L. This trim offers a starting MSRP of $58,050 for the FWD option and $60,050 for the AWD option. This trim option is available in 8 colors!

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Acura has quite the impressive reputation of luxurious sporty vehicles and the 2020 Acura ILX falls no short of this standard. This vehicle combines the thrill of sport and sophistication of performance-crafted luxury. Let’s take a closer look!

Power That Amazes

This 2.4L engine produces an astonishing 201 horsepower all conducted together with a smooth front-wheel drive. Paddle shifters, drive-by-wire throttle system, and the race-inspired 8-speed dual-clutch transmission make this compact sport sedan a quite intimidating and hard to miss ride. This power doesn’t necessarily mean a number of stops at the pump. It has a fairly good combined MPG of 28, perfect for everyday use. 

Forward Thinking Design

The supercar influenced sporty yet sleek design stays true to Acura’s Diamond Pentagon Grille design. Jewel LED headlights illuminate every second of your night journey. Acura premium paint gives every vehicle a sharp and vibrant finish. Creating an eye-catching appearance on the road. Acura has engineered a lateral grip that keeps you in your seat safe and sound. Similar to the Acura NSX, the ILX vehicle has Ultrasuede-trimmed seats that enhance the sporty appearance. 

All-New Technology 

Experience the ELS first-class crystal clear premium audio system in the 2020 Acura ILX. Drive the newest technological advances including the easy to use  Acura Navigation System, AcuraLink, Multi-use 7 Inch Display screen, and Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control.

Your Safety First

Acura’s goal is to protect you, your passengers, and the world around you. AcuraWatch hopes to create a casualty free road with a number of safety features and assist technologies. These of which include blind-spot monitoring, a multi-view rear camera, and rear cross-traffic monitor. AcuraWatch is now standard in every new ILX vehicle. Drive confidently, drive safely. 

Get Your Acura ILX!

Select your ILX appearance, powertrain, package, accessories, and head on over to Esserman International Acura for car buying made quick and simple!

Sources & Disclaimers-

• www.acura.com/ilx
• Based on 2019 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary, depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions, battery-pack age/condition (hybrid only) and other factors.
• Prices shown do not include taxes, license or destination & handling charge.

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When looking to buy an Acura vehicle, you’re looking for striking exteriors, sophisticated design, precision-crafted performance, and of course an overall luxurious vehicle. The Acura Hybrid vehicles are no exception to this standard. It would be a complete shame to underestimate the capabilities of these go-green models. Esserman International Acura has the two sheer perfect suggestions for you. 

The 2019 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid SUV

Spacious and eco-friendly are just two of the many things that can be used to describe the 2019 Acura MDX Sport Hybrid SUV. This model offers a 7-passenger seating arrangement perfect for a trip around the states or a carpool for your teenager’s friends headed to movie night. Power is unquestionable with the vehicle’s 3.0-liter V6 engine. This efficient hero uses three electric motors to give a powerful combined 321 horsepower and 289 pound-feet of torque. 

The 2019 Acura RLX Sport Hybrid

Here is the more powerful of the two options: The 2019 Acura RLX Sport Hybrid. This elegant sedan uses the exact 3.0-liter V6 engine as the MDX hybrid, but it uses gas as a counterpart and the front wheels use an electric motor as the back wheels each have their own separate electric motor powering them. This methodology makes this sedan an all-wheel-drive vehicle pushing an impressive 377 horsepower and 341 pound-feet of torque. 

See For Yourself Hybrid Brilliance

Don’t just take our word for it, sometimes things are easier to believe through experience. Esserman International Acura encourages you to come on in for a Hybrid model test drive. Our expert team of salesmen are trained to adequately help you become familiar with all of the one-of-a-kind features associated with Acura or Acura Hybrid models. 

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Excitement fills the air as the Thanksgiving season quickly approaches. Although very fun, a holiday-season road trip could be quite a hassle, especially the days leading up to and following the American holiday… Here’s our Esserman Acura advice to you!

The Heart Of Your Road Trip: 

Your vehicle is the foundation for a safe and enjoyable road trip. Don’t assume your vehicle is up and ready to hit the road because it has been operating smoothly prior to your trip.

• Check your tires! Bald tires are not reliable on long trips. Check the tire pressure and look for any possible danger such as nails, screws, glass, etc. 
• Be certain that your car is up to date with routine oil changes as it could be dangerous to operate a vehicle that is not up to date with this necessary factor.
• Refill windshield wiper fluid! This is a necessary routine check that travelers often forget.

Check The Weather! 

November weather is quite confusing. Sunny South Florida natives may not be accustomed to the freezing cold weather up north. Wherever you’re headed, be sure to check the weather forecast to make sure you have the appropriate accessories needed to adapt to climate change.

Have A Sense Of Direction 

Accidents, weather inconveniences, and heavy traffic is expected during the holiday season. 

It is important that you:

1. Know where you’re going.
2. Have a Plan B route if plan A fails.

Avoid Distractions

Alert and focused drivers are necessary for a safe road trip.

1. Set aside electronic distractions (phones, tablets, smartwatches, etc) while operating the vehicle.
2. Pre-program the GPS and adjust seats, mirrors, climate controls, and sound systems prior to driving.
3. Properly secure children and pets and store away loose items that could roll around in the car. 

Keep Your Children Entertained 

Are we there yet? How much longer? These are the questions that are almost guaranteed with every road trip, but also are annoyingly distracting. We’ve got the solution for you: Games, iPods, iPads, in-car movies, coloring books and supplies, picture books, and puzzles are excellent at keeping children entertained. Pillows and blankets are also road trip essentials. Sleeping children means a quiet trip, with no distractions.

Make sure you’re prepared and ready for a fun family road trip! We hope everyone has an enjoyable, family-filled and delicious Thanksgiving!

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The 2020 Acura MDX is a stately three-row family crossover that has aged well.

• 2020 Acura MDX Overview

• The 2020 MDX offers standard 290-HP with smooth and confident acceleration powered by its impressive V-6 engine. With comfortable and spacious seating for up to seven, it is more than capable of transporting families on any adventure they choose. It is available with the Active Damper System, which can adjust suspension stiffness changes in a split second, and Optional SH-AWD system, enhancing handling and all-season traction. Boasting a generous array of features and active driver assists makes it an efficient yet luxurious three-row SUV.

• Power & Performance

• The MDX is available in 
  • Front-wheel drive 3.5L with 290 HP and 3,500 lb towing capacity
  • Super-Handling All-Wheel Drive 3.5 L with 290 HP and 5,000 lb towing capacity
  • Sport Hybrid SH-AWD 3.0L with 321 HP

• Fuel Economy & MPG

• The MDX comes with an EPA fuel-economy rating of mpg 20 city, 27 mpg highway, and 23 mpg combined for the front-wheel-drive model. The SH-AWD model comes in at 19, 26, and 22 in comparison and the Sport Hybrid SH-AWD impresses with mpg ratings of 26, 27 and a combined of 27 mpg.

• Interior & Cargo Capability

• Passengers will appreciate the one-touch smart-slide access and reclining abilities along with a choice of bench or captain’s chairs, an independent climate zone, and available heated seats.
• With every row of seats up, the 2020 Acura MDX offers over 15 cubic feet of room. With the second-row of seats down, you will now have 45.1 cubic feet of room and 90 cubic feet with both the second and third-row seats down. 

• Info & Entertainment Systems

• Every 2020 Acura MDX will allow you to connect your smartphone through Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ and will also allow Bluetooth® capability. The Acura Premium Audio system comes standard with eight speakers with upgrades to 10 speakers available. With the entertainment package, the second row will become a theater, which comes with sunshades, wireless headphones, and device compatibility. All perfect for a large family on the go!

• Driver Assistance & Safety

• Five-star overall safety rating from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
• Standard lane-departure warning and lane-keeping assist
• Standard automated emergency braking
• Standard adaptive cruise control and road-departure mitigation

• Model Types & Pricing

• MDX: $44,400 (est.)
• MDX SH-AWD: $46,400 (est.)
• MDX Sport Hybrid: $53,895 (est.)

If you are in the Miami area and would like to learn more about the new 2020 Acura MDX, reach out to us on our website! We are only a short drive away right in Doral, FL. Don’t forget to follow the Esserman International blog for more posts like this!

• Sources & Disclaimers-
  • www.acura.com/MDX/SUV‎
  • Based on 2019 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary, depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions, battery-pack age/condition (hybrid only) and other factors.
  • Prices shown do not include taxes, license or destination & handling charge.

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Acura models

Acura experts aim to protect and assist you. Not only do we care about your safety, but we care about the safety of all people who share the road with you in this unpredictable world. That is the top reason we offer numerous driver assistance technologies, to uphold our prioritized end goal of ultimate safety. Acura strives to create a Zero-Collision Society one new technology at a time.

Keeping Your Distance

Assist Systems

• The Acura Collision Mitigation Braking System alerts drivers of possible danger or obstacle detected ahead. It uses a radar and camera to detect danger and present visual alerts for a potential unwanted crash. If you do not react to the vehicle’s alert, the vehicle will automatically brake for you.
• Adaptive Cruise Control
• Lane Keeping Assistance
• Blind-Spot Warning for those hard to see spots
• See what’s ahead with the Jewel Eye LED headlights that are distinctive to the Acura look. These lights are whiter and brighter, allowing you to see with clarity in almost any conditions put in your path.

Safety – Acura’s Unbeatable Immanent Strength 

Acura was the first luxury brand awarded top safety ratings across its entire model line.

★★★★★

NHTSA 5-STAR OVERALL VEHICLE SCORE

Acura vehicles are built for precision performance, durability, and impressive strength. Innovative Acura technologies strive to keep our Acura owners safe. 

ACE BODY STRUCTURE

The Acura Advanced Compatibility Engineering (ACE) body structure is specifically designed in a way to dismiss force in front crashes with essentially cars of all sizes. Rigidity is there when desired. Crumple zones are built to assist protecting passengers of the vehicle. Protection is at the heart of the Acura body design. 

Acura RDX Recognized as One of 2019’s Safest New Cars

The 2019 Acura RDX has been recognized as one of the Safest New Cars for 2019 by The Car Connection. RDX was only one of four vehicles to be named to the list by The Car Connection by acing their safety tests and meeting specific testing criteria – including being equipped with automatic emergency braking on every model, having a spotless crash-test scorecard, and for having good outward vision and available active safety extras, all of which were critical factors in the selection process.

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You have recently graduated high school and now you are ready to go to college. Whether you are in-state or out-of-state, get ready to go on the best road trip of your life. But first, you’ll need a car. Here, you’ll find tips on buying and leasing.

Buying

• Establish a Budget

Start by asking yourself what you can afford. This will let you know which cars you can buy and which ones to save for when you graduate college and get a full-time job. If you can afford to buy it upfront, then go for it! If you can’t, financing is an option.

If you do choose to finance, calculate how much you can spend a month on car payments. In this case, it’s best if you don’t spend more than 10% of your monthly gross income on payments.

• Identify and Prioritize Your Wants

What do you want most in a car? Do you want a good looking car? An economical car? A sedan? An SUV? A truck?

Make sure you know the answers to those questions, otherwise you might end up with a car that you didn’t want in the first place.

• Test Drive

This is one of the most important steps.

Test drive all of the options to make the perfect selection.

New cars are usually in good conditions. Old cars, however, may not be, so make sure you run the car through a professional mechanic. Sure, it may cost money, but it could save you in the long run.

Leasing

Many drivers are aware of how car leases work, but they don’t know that by using just a few tips, they can end up saving a lot of money. Here are four leasing strategies you may not have realized existed:

• Extend Your Lease Month-to-Month

Just because your lease is about to expire, it doesn’t mean that you’ll have to decide whether to buy the car immediately or whether you should find a new one. Many dealerships will let you extend the lease on a month-to-month basis if you’re still unsure if you want to keep the car or not. This gives you extra time to do further research on vehicles currently on the market and to decide if you want to purchase the car you’re leasing.

• Sign a Single-Payment Lease

If you have an influx of cash and prefer to lease instead of finance, you should inquire about signing a single-payment lease. A single-payment lease, also known as a single-pay or pre-pay lease, is similar to a standard lease, the only difference is that instead of having monthly payments, the entire amount is paid at the beginning of the lease. This will help you avoid the burden of having to pay a set amount each month you’ll also probably get a lower interest rate.

• Gap Insurance

According to the Insurance Information Institute, gap insurance is “the difference between what a vehicle is currently worth and the amount you actually owe on it.” In the event that you get into an accident, gap insurance would cover you for this difference between market value and the amount you own on the vehicle. It’s a good idea to get gap insurance when leasing since you generally pay less on a monthly basis and you could otherwise end up owning thousands of dollars if your car is totaled early in the lease.

• Make a Bigger Down Payment

When leasing, you’re paying the difference between the price of the vehicle and the value at the end of the contract, making a bigger down payment is the way to go. For example, if you’re considering buying a vehicle worth $25,000 and make a down payment of $2,500, you’re paying 10% of what you owe if you finance. However, if the residual value of the car is $12,500, paying that same amount for the down payment, means that you’ve paid 20% of what you owe, which could mean a lower monthly rate.

If you’re thinking of buying or leasing a car, call 786-320-7288 or visit our website to learn more about what models we have available. We hope you have a safe drive to school!

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Esserman International Acura has dedicated over 40 years in the Miami area to giving our customers everything they may need or want when it comes to our services. We strive to provide the best service from check-up to check out. At Esserman International Acura, we create an Elevated Experience for our customers.

Acura Service Suite

Esserman International Acura provides plenty of services including Roadside Assistance, the CarCierge Program, the Acura Accelerated Service, and Acura Care. Read below to learn more about the different programs we offer.

Roadside Assistance

Accidents, Engine Failures, Blowouts, and other everyday incidents are one of the least fun parts of car ownership. At Esserman Acura, we try to make these situations easier to handle by offering 24/7 Roadside Assistance for our customers, because we know the last thing you want to deal with in the early hours of the morning is changing your tire on the side of the highway. With Roadside Assistance you can breathe a little bit easier knowing that Esserman International Acura has got your back and will get your vehicle into our service center in no time. To learn more about our 24/7 Roadside Services, you can call us ANYTIME at 800-594-8600.

CarCierge Program

Welcome to a wonderful future–a future where you no longer have to leave your home or office to get your Acura Serviced in Miami. Say goodbye to figuring out who’s following who to the dealership, when you can hitch a ride back, and how you’ll get around in the meantime because Esserman International Acura’s CarCierge Program is the solution you’ve been waiting for. Just choose whether you need a one way or round trip delivery and we’ll handle the rest. We’ll get your Acura in, serviced, and back to you before you even notice the keys aren’t in your pocket! To schedule a CarCierge, please click here.

Acura Accelerated Service

Gone are the days of waiting hours or days for your vehicle to be done in the shop. With Acura Accelerated Service, your entire service experience revolves around the speed and efficiency of our highly trained Acura Certified Technicians to get the services you need done quickly and efficiently. From an expedited check-in for accelerated service members to complimentary wash and vacuum, this is the service product of choice for anyone looking to have all of their needs met and exceeded in a very short period of time. For more information on Acura Accelerated Service, feel free to give us a call at 786-224-5071.

Acura Care

Acura Care is the complete end to end solution for a worry-free Acura Service and it’s available right here at Esserman International Acura in Miami. This service package features perks such as 24-Hour Roadside Assistance, Personalized Travel Planning, Nationwide Phone Support, Rental Car Reimbursement, and so much more. If you’re the type of Acura owner that wants a completely worry-free ownership, this is THE package for you. 

At Esserman International Acura, we want to ensure that you and your vehicle are well taken care of. That is why we offer plenty of services not available at other dealerships. Feel free to give us a call if you have any questions regarding our programs or if you require assistance.

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About the 2020 Acura RDX
The third-generation RDX (2019-20) is the first in a new generation of Acura models built on the resurgent luxury brand’s original and authentic Precision Crafted Performance brand values.  In setting their targets for the design and performance, the U.S. design and engineering team drew inspiration from both the Acura Precision Concept and Acura Precision Cockpit as well as the pinnacle representation of Acura performance, the NSX supercar. The RDX is the first all-new design drawing from the Concept styling and the advanced Cockpit technology. The RDX team’s ultimate goal was straightforward: to make the best RDX ever, a vehicle that sets the foundation for an entire new generation of Acura vehicles in terms of styling, performance, premium quality and technology.

Featuring a new Platinum White exterior color for 2020, RDX carries forward the next generation of Acura design, performance and technology that debuted on the all-new 2019 model, including the popular A-Spec sport appearance package. RDX delivers an exceptional driving experience thanks in part to its 272-horsepower (SAE net) turbocharged i-VTEC® engine and available Acura Super-Handling All-Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD®), along with a class-leading array of standard premium features and technologies, including AcuraWatch™ safety and driver-assistive technology, an ultra-wide panoramic moonroof, next-generation Acura JewelEye™ LED headlights, and next-generation Acura sport seats. The 2020 RDX also includes the critically-acclaimed True Touchpad Interface™, Acura’s groundbreaking user interface tailored around the driver. Also offered on RDX is the available ELS Studio 3D™ premium audio, a 16-channel, 710-watt system, featuring four ultra-slim Highline™ ceiling-mounted speakers to create a truly immersive listening experience.

Notable milestones include:

• The third-generation model helped the RDX nameplate set an all-time annual sales record of 63,580 units in 2018, a 24 percent increase over the prior year
• Over the past year, RDX has posted 12 straight months of sales growth, with 11 record months
• Year-to-date, RDX is the retail best-seller in luxury’s largest segment, the retail #2 luxury SUV and the retail #3 model in all of luxury
• New RDX buyers are younger, more diverse, more highly educated and more affluent than those who purchased the previous generation model
• RDX has realized double-digit increases in conquest sales against substantially all luxury competitors
• The RDX A-Spec is hitting its mark and attracting younger buyers – RDX A-Spec has double the number of under-45-year-olds than the rest of the RDX line

Buying a vehicle from Esserman Acura has a multitude of benefits. If you plan on upgrading your Acura or just looking for a quality vehicle scheduling a test drive is easier than ever. To schedule a test drive or ask for more details, visit Esserman Acura today!

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Esserman International Acura has dedicated over 40 years in the Miami area to giving their customers everything they need or want in a pre-owned vehicle. We strive to provide the best service from test drive to check out. At Esserman International Acura, we create an Elevated Pre-Owned experience for our customers.

Our Certified Pre-Owned Vehicles are the best in the market!

At Esserman Acura, it is our priority to ensure that our customers drive the best of the best. We are a certified Kelly Blue Book and Autotrader buying center. Our dealership has strict requirements to only sell the best quality Pre-Owned vehicles. Esserman Acura vehicles are all serviced to factory standards by highly-trained technicians.

• All vehicles receive a 182-point inspection detailed in an industry exclusive digital checklist. We make certain that all our vehicles uphold the luxury and sophistication of the Acura name.
• Every vehicle in the Acura Certified Pre-Owned Program is less than 6 years old; this assures that our customers have the utmost luxurious ownership experience possible.
• To give you an unsurpassed ownership experience, only vehicles with fewer than 80,000 miles are accepted into the program.
• In fact, the majority of our vehicles only have one prior owner guaranteed.
• To spare you a doubtful headache, our vehicles do not have any damage or accident reports.
• We offer a complimentary Carfax alongside a complete service history record.
• For your convenience, the Esserman price includes the cost of certifications on all Certified Pre-Owned vehicles.

Still not sure if buying from Esserman is the best choice? Here are three more reasons for you:

Other than driving a reliable car from Esserman Acura, our Pre-Owned vehicles come with numerous advantages.

1. Roadside Assistance

Our program includes a handful of necessary assistance measures. These include emergency fuel delivery, battery jump-start, emergency lockout assistance, flat tire changes, and, if your vehicle is mechanically disabled, emergency towing to the nearest Acura dealership or qualified repair facility. We’ve got you covered!

2. Concierge Service

We provide urgent message relaying, shipment of personal items, around the clock weather information, insurance claim assistance, auto glass replacement referral, hotel referrals, trip planning, and more at no cost at all.

• Large Service Loaner Fleet
• Drop off or Lyft Service*
• Complimentary Alignment with every service
• Complimentary inspection

3. Warranty

Each Pre-Owned vehicle comes with two warranties which provide coverage for the majority of parts and systems in your car or SUV.

• The certified pre-owned Acura non-powertrain warranty extends the new vehicle non-powertrain coverage from four years or up to 50,000 miles to five years or up to 62,000 miles from the original in-service date.
• The certified pre-owned Acura powertrain warranty extends the new vehicle powertrain coverage from six years or up to 70,000 miles to seven years or up to 100,000 miles from the original in-service date.
• Our dealer will repair or replace any covered part free of charge, no deductible for a vehicle of normal use.
• We offer several options for customers interested in purchasing an extended coverage plan for their certified pre-owned vehicle.
• The optional Acura CareCertified Additional Coverage, available on all CPO Acura cars and SUVs, extends the non-powertrain warranty to seven years or up to 100,000 miles.
• Vehicle owners also have the option to purchase additional coverage that expands the non-powertrain and the powertrain warranty to eight years and either 100,000 miles or 120,000 miles.
• Additional coverage is transferable; however, it can only be purchased at the same time as the certified pre-owned vehicle.

Buying a pre-owned vehicle from Esserman Acura has a multitude of benefits. If you plan on upgrading you Acura or just looking for a quality pre-owned vehicle scheduling a test drive is easier than ever. To schedule a test drive or ask for more details, visit Esserman Acura today!

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