The Acura TLX is a compact luxury sedan that offers a comfortable ride, spacious interior, and decent fuel economy. With its 4-door design and 5-seat capacity, it's an ideal car for small families or individuals who want a reliable and feature-packed vehicle. Its compact size and agile handling make it suitable for city driving, while its decent ground clearance and ride height make it capable of handling rough roads.
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Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Doors
4
Length
4851 mm 190.98 in.
Width
1854 mm 72.99 in.
Height
1448 mm 57.01 in.
Wheelbase
2776 mm 109.29 in.
Front Track
1595 mm 62.8 in.
Rear Track
1603 mm 63.11 in.
Min Turning Circle
11.8 m 38.71 ft.
Ride Height Ground Clearance
150 mm 5.91 in.
Fuel Consumption
The Acura TLX boasts impressive fuel efficiency, achieving up to 24.14 mpg in urban driving and 36.22 mpg on the highway. Its powerful engine delivers responsive performance, while its luxurious interior and advanced technology make it a compelling choice in the luxury sedan segment.
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Fuel Type
Petrol (Gasoline)
Fuel Consumption Urban
11.7 l/100 km 20.1 US mpg 24.14 UK mpg 8.55 km/l
Fuel Consumption Extra Urban
7.8 l/100 km 30.16 US mpg 36.22 UK mpg 12.82 km/l
Fuel Consumption Combined
10.2 l/100 km 23.06 US mpg 27.69 UK mpg 9.8 km/l
Engine & Transmission
The Acura TLX is a luxury sedan with a powerful internal combustion engine, producing 290 horsepower at 6200 rpm and 362 Nm of torque at 4500 rpm. It features a 6-cylinder, V-engine with a displacement of 3471 cm3 and a compression ratio of 11.5. The engine is paired with a 9-speed automatic transmission and front-wheel drive.
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Powertrain Architecture
Internal Combustion engine
Power
290 Hp @ 6200 rpm.
Power Per Litre
83.5 Hp/l
Torque
362 Nm @ 4500 rpm. 267 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm.
Engine Layout
Front, Transverse
Engine Model Code
J35Y6
Engine Displacement
3471 cm3 211.81 cu. in.
Number Of Cylinders
6
Engine Configuration
V-engine
Cylinder Bore
89 mm 3.5 in.
Piston Stroke
93 mm 3.66 in.
Compression Ratio
11.5
Number Of Valves Per Cylinder
4
Fuel Injection System
Direct injection
Engine Aspiration
Naturally aspirated engine
Valvetrain
SOHC, i-VTEC
Engine Oil Capacity
4.3 l 4.54 US qt | 3.78 UK qt
Engine Oil Specification
0W-20 / API SN
Coolant
8.4 l 8.88 US qt | 7.39 UK qt
Drivetrain Architecture
The Internal combustion engine (ICE) drives the front wheels of the vehicle.
Drive Wheel
Front wheel drive
Number Of Gears And Type Of Gearbox
9 gears, automatic transmission
Front Suspension
Independent, type McPherson with coil spring and anti-roll bar
Rear Suspension
Independent multi-link suspension
Brakes
The Acura TLX is a well-equipped sedan with a focus on performance and handling. It features ventilated disc brakes in the front and disc brakes in the rear, with an anti-lock braking system for added safety. The electric power steering system provides a responsive and precise driving experience. The TLX is available with 18- or 19-inch wheels, and features a range of tire sizes to suit different driving styles.
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Front Brakes
Ventilated discs, 320 mm
Rear Brakes
Disc, 310 mm
Assisting Systems
ABS (Anti-lock braking system)
Steering Type
Steering rack and pinion
Power Steering
Electric Steering
Tires Size
225/50 R18; 245/40 R19
Wheel Rims Size
7.5J x 18; 8.0J x 19
Weight & Capacity
The Acura TLX is a well-balanced sedan with impressive power-to-weight ratios, making it a joy to drive. Its 173.8 horsepower and 216.9 Nm torque output are impressive for a car of its size and weight.
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Weight To Power Ratio
5.8 kg/Hp, 173.8 Hp/tonne
Weight To Torque Ratio
4.6 kg/Nm, 216.9 Nm/tonne
Kerb Weight
1669 kg 3679.52 lbs.
Trunk Boot Space Minimum
374 l 13.21 cu. ft.
Fuel Tank Capacity
65 l 17.17 US gal | 14.3 UK gal
Frequently Asked Questions
FAQs for Acura - TLX I (facelift 2017)
5 people
4851 mm (190.98 in)
150 mm (5.91 in)
The TLX seats up to five passengers.
The TLX gets an estimated 22 mpg in the city and 31 mpg on the highway.
The TLX comes with a standard 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine, as well as an available 3.5-liter V6 engine.
The TLX achieves fuel consumption of 10.2 l/100 km combined.
The spec sheet does not include information about the engine specifications.
The spec sheet does not include information about the standard features of the TLX.
The engine displacement is 3471 cm3 or 211.81 cu. in.
The transmission type is 9-speed automatic.
The drivetrain architecture is front-wheel drive, where the internal combustion engine drives the front wheels.
The TLX features ventilated disc brakes in the front and disc brakes in the rear.
The TLX features an electric power steering system.
The TLX is available with 225/50 R18 and 245/40 R19 tire sizes.
The fuel economy of the Acura TLX varies by trim, but the base model gets an estimated 23 mpg city and 33 mpg highway.
Yes, the Acura TLX is known for its reliability, with many owners reporting low maintenance costs and few mechanical issues.
Yes, the Acura TLX offers a range of advanced safety features, including forward collision warning, lane departure warning, and blind spot monitoring.
The weight-to-power ratio of the Acura TLX is 5.8 kg/Hp and 173.8 Hp/tonne.
The minimum boot space of the Acura TLX is 374 liters or 13.21 cu. ft.
The fuel tank capacity of the Acura TLX is 65 liters or 17.17 US gal | 14.3 UK gal.
