Torrance, California - Honda will debut a concept version of its Acura MDX luxury sport-utility vehicle at the New York international auto show on April 12, to celebrate the brand's 20th anniversary.
The production 2007 Acura MDX is scheduled to be launched later this year; it will be the second generation of Acura's luxury SUV to be designed, developed and manufactured exclusively in North America.
American Honda vice-president Dick Colliver said: "The 2007 MDX promises to put Acura at the front of the pack with a striking new image, new technology and performance unmatched in the segment.
"The designers and engineers working on this new MDX have a tremendous passion for this product that shows in its design and performance."
Acura will introduce two new models in 2006 - the second-generation MDX and a the RDX, a completely new premium entry SUV with a new 2.3-litre turbocharged engine and all-wheel drive that "combines sport-utility function with sports sedan handling and performance"
It will be released in mid-2006 as a 2007 model.