A premium-oriented sedan with a similar footprint to the reasonably priced Honda Accord, the Acura TLX has entered the 2024 model year with a number of technological and stylistic upgrades. The switch from 2023 to 2024 further entails a considerable MSRP increase, making the mid-size model a bit pricy.
Technology Package is what Acura calls the most basic of specifications, followed by the A-Spec and Type S. Excluding the $1,195 destination charge, said trims retail at $45,000, $50,000, and $57,000.
The main reason for the aforementioned MSRP increase comes in the form of a deletion. Simply put, Acura discontinued the TLX grade from the lineup in favor of the Technology, which stickers at $44,050 for the 2023 model year. In other words, we're actually dealing with an effective increase of $950.
Exclusively front-wheel drive, TLX with Technology Package includes Iconic Drive ambient LED lighting for the interior, ELS STUDIO premium audio, 19-inch alloy wheels, and Milano leather upholstery. Both the TLX with Technology Package and A-Spec grades come with a 2.0-liter turbo I4 from the K engine family that gave us the high-output K20C1 of the Honda Civic Type R and Acura Integra Type S.
The TLX's standard powerplant is codenamed K20C6, and for the 2024 model year, peak output figures carry over from the 2023 Acura TLX. Rated at 272 horsepower and 280 pound-feet (make that 380 Nm), said engine is connected to a 10-speed automatic whether you like automatics or not. A manual isn't available, which is perfectly fine. After all, premium cars with manuals don't sell particularly well.
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Gifted with double wishbones up front and multi-link rear suspension, the 2024 Acura TLX boasts 255/40 R19 tires with the 96W ratings for maximum load and top speed. The W stands for a maximum speed of 168 miles per hour (270 kilometers per hour). Stepping up to the Type S results in 20- by 9.0-inch wheels compared to 19x8.5 for the lesser grades. The split-spoke alloy wheels are mounted with 255/35 R20 high-quality rubber from Pirelli, namely all-seasons as standard and summer tires as an optional extra.
As you might have figured out by now, the Type S also upgrades to a better engine. Its 3.0-liter turbo V6 nets 355 ponies at 5,500 rpm and 354 pound-feet at 1,400 to 5,500 rpm, as in 480 Nm for those who prefer metric. Another difference over the A-Spec and TLX with Technology Package comes in the form of Brembo four-piston brake calipers, yet only for the front axle. Quad exhaust outlets help the Type S stand out from the more affordable trims as well.
The 2024 model year brings forth two new exterior paint colors in the guise of Urban Gray Pearl and Liquid Carbon Metallic. The rear seatbelt reminder system is standard across the board, as is Blind Sport Information with Lane Change Alert. Manufactured in Ohio, where – coincidentally – Honda assembles the Accord for North America, the TLX sweetens the deal with thicker carpets for a quieter cabin. The A-Spec improves on the TLX with Technology Package by means of new front fender liners, B-pillar insulators, wheel insulators, and door insulators.
A 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster is joined by a 12.3-inch center display, with said infotainment system offering cordless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Each and every 2024 Acura TLX includes a complimentary maintenance plan for the first two years or 24,000 miles (38,624 kilometers). This plan covers engine oil and filter changes, tire rotations, and multi-point inspections of the mid-size sedan.
After a 1:43 scale model of a Ferrari 250 GTO sparked Mircea's interest for cars when he was a kid, an early internship at Top Gear sealed his career path. He's most interested in muscle cars and American trucks, but he takes a passing interest in quirky kei cars as well. Full profile
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