Acura TLX

Name: 2025 Acura TLX
Brand: Acura

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The redesigned TLX has a perky powertrain and a comfortable ride. But the loud cabin, confounding infotainment touchpad, and unimpressive fuel economy result in a road-test score—and an overall driving experience—that falls short of its luxury sports sedan competition.

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Safety

CR Safety Verdict: Better

4 / 5

Meets Federal Safety Requirements.
Meets all CR Core Safety Requirements.
Doesn't meet all CR Advanced Safety Requirements.
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Poor or Marginal ratings in IIHS moderate overlap front crash test

Didn't earn Good rating in IIHS side crash test
Poor or Marginal ratings in IIHS moderate overlap front crash test

Didn't earn Good rating in IIHS side crash test

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AEB-P

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AEB-H

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BSW

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Safety

CR Safety Verdict: Better

4 / 5

Meets Federal Safety Requirements.
Meets all CR Core Safety Requirements.
Doesn't meet all CR Advanced Safety Requirements.
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Poor or Marginal ratings in IIHS moderate overlap front crash test

Didn't earn Good rating in IIHS side crash test
Poor or Marginal ratings in IIHS moderate overlap front crash test

Didn't earn Good rating in IIHS side crash test

Critical Active Safety Features

AEB-P

Standard

AEB-H

Standard

BSW

Standard

RCTW

Standard

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Safety

CR Safety Verdict: Better

4 / 5

Meets Federal Safety Requirements.
Meets all CR Core Safety Requirements.
Doesn't meet all CR Advanced Safety Requirements.
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Poor or Marginal ratings in IIHS moderate overlap front crash test

Didn't earn Good rating in IIHS side crash test
Poor or Marginal ratings in IIHS moderate overlap front crash test

Didn't earn Good rating in IIHS side crash test

Critical Active Safety Features

AEB-P

Standard

AEB-H

Standard

BSW

Standard

RCTW

Standard

Learn More in CR Safety Guide

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Features & Specs

sedan

2 front, 3 rear

AWD, Front

2-liter 4 turbo (272 hp)
3-liter V6 turbo (355 hp)

10-speed automatic

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Basic 4 years/50,000 miles
Drivetrain 6 years/70,000 miles
Corrosion 5 years/unlimited miles
Roadside Aid 4 years/50,000 miles
Maintenance 2 years/24,000 miles

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Model History

2021-Present

Current Generation

The redesigned for 2021 TLX is an sleek sedan that's larger than the competition but not roomier. The standard 2.0-liter turbo four-cylinder engine is paired with a 10-speed automatic and together feel energetic. Front-wheel drive is standard, with all-wheel drive optional; the more powerful Type S only gets AWD. The ride is quite comfortable and handling is nimble, but the driving experience is underwhelming. Road and engine noise undermine the premium pretense. Drivers interact with the infotainment display via a touchpad. We found this system very distracting and unintuitive to use. Forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking with pedestrian detection, adaptive cruise control, lane centering assistance, lane departure warning, and lane keeping assistance are standard. Initially the Technology package was required to get blind spot warning, but it became standard with a refresh in 2024. The refresh also brought a larger infotainment screen with quicker processing and, according to Acura, a quieter cabin. 2025 is the final year for the TLX.

2015-2020

2015 Redesign Year

The TLX is Acura's best sedan, but it still doesn't quite measure up to the competition. It's available with either a four- or a six-cylinder engine; all-wheel drive is only available with the V6. The 2.4-liter uses an eight-speed automatic that delivers quick, direct shifts and contributes to the very good 27 mpg overall. The V6 is a gem, with plenty of power, but its nine-speed automatic shifts roughly and uses an annoying pushbutton shifter. Handling is responsive, but not sporty, although the ride is quite comfortable. The cabin is quiet, but rear-seat room is so-so. Featuring two different screens, the infotainment system is unintuitive to use. A generous roster of advanced safety systems includes front-collision mitigation, lane-departure warning, lane-keep assist, adaptive cruise control, and blind-spot monitors. A 2018 update makes the AcuraWatch suite of safety equipment standard, as well as adding luxury features and tweaking the suspension and steering.