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Acura TLX

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2024 Acura TLX

$45,000 - $57,000

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2024 Alfa Romeo Giulia

$41,690 - $81,370

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2024 Audi A4

$41,900 - $44,100

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2024 Audi Allroad

$47,600

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2024 BMW 3 Series

$44,500 - $118,700

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2024 BMW 3 Series Plug-in Hybrid

$44,550 - $46,550

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2024 Cadillac CT5

$38,395 - $93,495

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2024 Genesis G70

$41,500 - $52,050

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2024 Infiniti Q50

$43,050 - $58,900

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2024 Lexus IS

$40,085 - $63,370

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2024 Mercedes-Benz C-Class

$46,950 - $60,700

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2024 Volvo S60

$42,450 - $58,550

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2024 Volvo V60

$50,300 - $71,250

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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

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-

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, lane departure warning, and lane keeping assistance are standard. Blind spot warning requires getting the Technology package.

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.

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