2018 Acura RLX Sedan
- 4-door Mid-Size Passenger Car
- Front Wheel Drive
- Base MSRP: $54,900.00
- Invoice: $50,946.85
- Hwy MPG: 29 mpg
- City MPG: 20 mpg
pros
Luxurious interior; loaded with technology; powerful V6; dynamic handling with all-wheel steering
value writeup
Distinguishing oneself among the crowded luxury sedan segment is not easy. The Acura RLX's refinement and capabilities are among the many virtues that let the RLX more than holds its own. A powerful V6 and smooth-shifting transmission provide spirited performance, while Acura's Precision All-Wheel Steer system gives the RLX a sure-footedness not found in front-wheel-drive cars. With loads of impressive amenities and safety features and a base price around $55,000, the RLX gives buyers a contender to consider against competitors like the BMW 5-Series, Audi A6, Cadillac CTS and Mercedes-Benz E-Class.
model highlights
The RLX is powered by a 3.5L direct-injected V6 that makes 310 horsepower and 272 lb-ft of torque, which is mated to a 10-speed automatic transmission with Sequential SportShift paddle shifters.
The RLX Sport Hybrid makes an extra 66 horsepower over the conventional RLX thanks to a 3-motor system and lithium ion battery combination.
The RLX features uni-body construction and rides on independent double wishbone suspension with lower control arms up front and an independent multi-link with coil springs and a stabilizer bar in the rear. Acura's Agile Handling Assist System provides active braking of individual wheels to assist in cornering, while the crown jewel of the RLX's dynamic handling is Precision All-Wheel Steer (P-AWS). The system enables the rear wheels to adjust toe angles independently of each other, while working in conjunction with Agile Handling Assist and Vehicle Stability Assist. Four-wheel disc brakes provide stopping power, while 19-inch alloy wheels hold road-hugging high-performance all-season tires. Up front, "Jewel Eye" LED headlights provide what Acura claims to be a whiter, brighter beam than either HID or halogen lamps.
Standard equipment in the RLX with Technology Package includes leather seating, front 8-way power seats, navigation, and a premium 14-speaker audio system and Bluetooth hands-free connectivity. AcuraWatch is also included, which features a multi-view rear camera, Forward Collision Warning system, Lane Departure Warning, Road Departure Mitigation, Blind Spot Monitoring and more.
The RLX with Advance Package adds 450-watt 14-speaker Krell sound system, surround-view camera, remote start, power sunshades, heated steering wheel, heated and ventilated front seats, and heated outboard rear seats.
model news
The Acura RLX has been given a fairly substantial update for the 2018 model year. The biggest and most obvious changes are to the exterior of the car, where the new 2018 RLX get new front and rear fascias, side skirts and wheels. A redesigned grille's dramatically changes up the face of the new RLX. Inside, Acura has updated the seats with contrasting colors in the stitching and piping. Several new exterior colors and a new interior color (espresso) are also available for 2018.
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Vehicle
| Emissions | |
| Tons/yr of CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year | 7.6 |
| EPA Greenhouse Gas Score | N/A |
| Vehicle | |
| EPA Classification | Mid-Size Cars |
Powertrain
| Transmission | |
| Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive |
| Trans Type | 10 |
| Trans Description Cont. | Automatic w/OD |
| First Gear Ratio (:1) | 5.25 |
| Second Gear Ratio (:1) | 3.27 |
| Third Gear Ratio (:1) | 2.19 |
| Fourth Gear Ratio (:1) | 1.60 |
| Fifth Gear Ratio (:1) | 1.30 |
| Sixth Gear Ratio (:1) | 1.00 |
| Reverse Ratio (:1) | 3.97 |
| Clutch Size | N/A |
| Final Drive Axle Ratio (:1) | 3.61 |
| Seventh Gear Ratio (:1) | 0.78 |
| Eighth Gear Ratio (:1) | 0.65 |
| Ninth Gear Ratio (:1) | N/A |
| Tenth Gear Ratio (:1) | N/A |
| Mileage | |
| EPA Fuel Economy Est - Hwy | 29 MPG |
| Cruising Range - City | 370.00 mi |
| EPA Fuel Economy Est - City | 20 MPG |
| Fuel Economy Est-Combined | 23 MPG |
| Cruising Range - Hwy | 536.50 mi |
| EPA MPG Equivalent - City | N/A |
| EPA MPG Equivalent - Hwy | N/A |
| EPA MPG Equivalent - Combined | N/A |
| Battery Range | N/A |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | Premium Unleaded V-6 |
| Displacement | 3.5 L/212 |
| Fuel System | Gasoline Direct Injection |
| SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM | 310 @ 6500 |
| SAE Net Torque @ RPM | 272 @ 4500 |
| Electrical | |
| Cold Cranking Amps @ 0° F (Primary) | N/A |
| Maximum Alternator Capacity (amps) | 150 |
| Cooling System | |
| Total Cooling System Capacity | N/A |
Dimensions
| Interior Dimensions | |
| Passenger Capacity | 5 |
| Passenger Volume | 102.1 ft³ |
| Front Head Room | 37.6 in |
| Front Leg Room | 42.3 in |
| Front Shoulder Room | 59.6 in |
| Front Hip Room | 55.9 in |
| Second Head Room | 36.9 in |
| Second Leg Room | 38.8 in |
| Second Shoulder Room | 57 in |
| Second Hip Room | 54.5 in |
| Exterior Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in |
| Length, Overall | 198.1 in |
| Width, Max w/o mirrors | 74.4 in |
| Height, Overall | 57.7 in |
| Track Width, Front | 64.3 in |
| Track Width, Rear | 64.2 in |
| Min Ground Clearance | 3.8 in |
| Liftover Height | N/A |
| Cargo Area Dimensions | |
| Trunk Volume | 14.9 ft³ |
Chassis
| Weight Information | |
| Base Curb Weight | 3977 lbs |
| Trailering | |
| Dead Weight Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. | N/A |
| Dead Weight Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. | N/A |
| Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Trailer Wt. | N/A |
| Wt Distributing Hitch - Max Tongue Wt. | N/A |
| Suspension | |
| Suspension Type - Front | Double Wishbone |
| Suspension Type - Rear | Multi-Link |
| Suspension Type - Front (Cont.) | Double Wishbone |
| Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) | Multi-Link |
| Shock Absorber Diameter - Front | N/A |
| Shock Absorber Diameter - Rear | N/A |
| Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Front | N/A |
| Stabilizer Bar Diameter - Rear | N/A |
| Tires | |
| Front Tire Size | P245/40WR19 |
| Rear Tire Size | P245/40WR19 |
| Wheels | |
| Front Wheel Size | 19 X 8 in |
| Rear Wheel Size | 19 X 8 in |
| Front Wheel Material | Aluminum |
| Rear Wheel Material | Aluminum |
| Steering | |
| Steering Type | Rack-Pinion |
| Steering Ratio (:1), Overall | N/A |
| Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) | N/A |
| Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb | 40.5 ft |
| Turning Diameter - Wall to Wall | N/A |
| Brakes | |
| Brake Type | 4-Wheel Disc |
| Brake ABS System | 4-Wheel |
| Brake ABS System (Second Line) | N/A |
| Disc - Front (Yes or ) | Yes |
| Disc - Rear (Yes or ) | Yes |
| Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness | 12.3 in |
| Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness | 12.2 in |
| Fuel Tank | |
| Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx | 18.5 gal |
| Aux Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx | N/A |
Warranty Information
Basic:
4 Years/50,000 Miles
Drivetrain:
6 Years/70,000 Miles
Corrosion:
5 Years/Unlimited Miles
Roadside Assistance:
4 Years/50,000 Miles
Crash Test Rating
US NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS:
Overall Rating: * * * * *
Overall Frontal Barrier Crash Rating: * * * * *
Overall Side Crash Rating: * * * * *
Side Barrier Rating: * * * * *
Side Barrier Rating Note: Although not included in the star rating, the rear passenger's abdominal rib deflection was elevated.
Combined Side Barrier and Pole Ratings:
Front Seat Rating: * * * * * Rear Seat Rating: * * * * *
Overall Rollover Rating: * * * * *
Dynamic Test Result: No Tip
Risk of Rollover: 9.70%
Note Regarding Driver Rating:
Male: Average sized adult male dummy in 35-MPH crash into fixed barrier. Rating is evaluation of injury to head, neck, chest, legs. Female: Small-sized adult female dummy in 35-mph crash into fixed barrier. Rating is evaluation of injury to head, neck, chest, legs.
Rollover Note: Dynamic (moving) test results (Tip or No Tip) and measured rollover-related properties determine vehicle's risk of rollover in single vehicle crash and its rollover rating. The Rollover Resistance Rating utilizes a "fishhook" maneuver which is a series of abrupt turns at varying speeds to see how "top-heavy" a vehicle is.
Rebate Information
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