2017 Acura TLX Overview, Reviews, Ratings & Specs

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Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
21 -24 City / 31 -35 HWY
Source FuelEconomy.gov
Horsepower
206 -290
Seats
5
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle Frnacie R
5 Star safety rating and one if the best cars on the road today.
I love the technology in this vehicle. Very reliable and safe vehicle. I also love owning an Acura.
accountCircle Patrick S
One of the best cars made in the rolling one of the best.
It is the best call I have never been in this car I ever drove or even as a passenger the best car ever wrote in it feels like it is got a sports package hug you it is nice and low to the ground the car handles beautifully there am not much more could save up the cards are beautiful, and it rides great gas is very good maintenance is pretty good and I never had any kind of problems if the battery died out on me once but other than that I never had a problem with the car.
accountCircle Sarah M
Amazing car! No complaints!
Best car I have bought. Lots of extras, comfortable, smooth, quick acceleration. No mechanical problems. Great gas mileage, awesome sound system. My husband and I both love to drive it!! Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a reliable, nice sporty everyday car. We drive it literally everywhere. The only thing I wish it had was navigation in the car, but we just use our phones, so no big deal.
accountCircle Kam R
The tlx is amazing on gas mileage and provides a smooth quiet ride.
My Acura tlx is awesome. It is very spacious for a small car. The advanced package comes with everything you could need. Gas mileage is great, when I put my car in econ I can make it 5 hours without stopping for gas. The leather seats are a must for me!
accountCircle Dorsainvil W
Let me upgrade you, introduce you to some new things.
I love my vehicle. It was an upgrade from a 2007 Toyota Camry ( 4 cylinder). The maintenance is a little bit more expensive but Acuras last forever, so I don't mind the additional expenses. The performance is great. I love the multiple modes (sport, econ, etc) my car has included.
accountCircle Gabriella L
Comfortable and realizable vehicle.
I have not had any problems with this car since I have had it. It is great on gas and runs very smoothly. It is comfortable, spacious, sleek and sporty. It has Bluetooth, USB, aux, heated seats, leather seats, keyless start, and a back up camera. You can personalize the cars settings to suit your comfort levels.
accountCircle James D
Reliable, dependable, and looks nice. Makes me proud to own the car.
I love my car, however I wish the radio controls made more sense. The plug in for my ipod is confusing. The seating is nice, but I wish the backseat was larger.
accountCircle Chris J
2017 Acura tlx pros and cons.
I have currently had this car for about 2 months now and I absolutely love it. While it may not be the fastest car around, it is comfortable and way better looking than my old car (which was a 2004 Acura TSX). The biggest “issue” I have with my 2017 Acura tlx is that almost everything is controlled by the touch screen on the dash. For example, if I wanted to turn down the heat/ac a few notches, I’d have to take my eyes off the road and navigate through the different options to get to the area where I can turn down the heat/ac. That being said, this car definitely has more positives than negatives and is a great starter car for a young adult.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Lilian B
Great car, just slightly odd cup holders!
I enjoy the vehicle however at times I definitely feel as though it purely lacks in luxury. This is because I often have specific needs that I want and I feel as though they are a bit unordinary, however when purchasing an everyday luxury vehicle they are something I would actually expect the vehicle to accommodate for and unfortunately this vehicle does not. These things include simple things such as the placement of the cup holders. This is because I feel as though the placement of these is very odd, and slightly off center, I may be a bit picky however I feel as though little things such as this really add to the car.
accountCircle Karen P
Love the smoothness of the car when driving!
Stepping inside the car, the floor of the car is very cheaply made, u can press with ur foot and the type of material is very flimsy. Moves a lot. Not sturdy at all. Also not to fond of the car having 2 screens, it is too much. The simpler, the better and more luxurious instead of having so many screens and buttons. It can get very confusing.
accountCircle Nicole D
Acura sedan review, what it lacks.
Leather in the car is wearing a lot faster then in any other car I have owned. Transmission seems to feel like it is slipping sometimes. Not a lot of storage within the inside of the car. Drives with a bit of road noise. Has a lot of nice features, but no ports for phone chargers in the backseat.
accountCircle Parker W
Acura tlx review my experiences.
The vehicle has been awesome it was relatively cheap of all the features and safety I feel that I get in this car. Overall it has been a good car and I am very happy with it. The car is also super comfortable although the back of the car tends to be a little cramped.
accountCircle Nicole F
2017 Acura comfortable but pricey to maintain.
My 2017 Acura is great on gas. Takes about $30 to fill the tank and it is very comfortable! One of my most sturdy cars. The Acura does not disappoint. On the downside, I have had a few problems and had to replace some parts fairly fast since it is a 2017 make. Overall I am satisfied with my car!

Acura TLX Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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Base
206 HP 28 MPG 5 Seats
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V6
290 HP 25 MPG 5 Seats
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w/Technology Pkg
206 HP 28 MPG 5 Seats
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V6 w/Technology Pkg
290 HP 25 MPG 5 Seats
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V6 w/Advance Pkg
290 HP 25 MPG 5 Seats
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2017 Acura TLX Owner Reviews

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5 stars 66%
4 stars 27%
3 stars 7%
2 stars 0%
1 star 0%
accountCircle Sarah M on June 3, 2021
Amazing car! No complaints!
Best car I have bought. Lots of extras, comfortable, smooth, quick acceleration. No mechanical problems. Great gas mileage, awesome sound system. My husband and I both love to drive it!! Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a reliable, nice sporty everyday car. We drive it literally everywhere. The only thing I wish it had was navigation in the car, but we just use our phones, so no big deal.
accountCircle Chris S on April 14, 2021
My Acura review, this car is fantastic in every way.
This is a great vehicle, ten out of ten recommend it. No issues, drives really smooth. Interior is wonderful and user friendly. Exterior looks smooth and modern. Acura makes great vehicles and would definitely recommend this brand, make, and model. Love it.
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Pros from Owners

likeFilled Kevalyn C.

It has a very smooth ride and it very good on gas. The exterior is nice and smooth and it has a very good resale value. I would definitely purchase again. Preferably purchase from an Acura dealer, they have the best selection and the cars come in every color available.

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled Kevalyn C.

The back seat is a little tight. You can get 2 adults comfortably but that is about it. The backseat can fit 3 children also. There are no other cons that I can think of. The car is a really nice car and move it.

Ranks #10 Luxury Midsize Cars by Owners

The 2017 Acura TLX has an average owner rating of 4.70 out of 5 which ranks it #10 of 21 other Luxury Midsize Cars.

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Ranks #3 Luxury Midsize Cars by Fuel Economy

The 2017 Acura TLX has a combined MPG of 40 which ranks it #3 of 21 other Luxury Midsize Cars.

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Is The 2017 Acura TLX A Good Car?

Yes. Excellent vehicle for the price. Good tech package. Smooth ride and comfortable seating. Sound system is great with plenty of speakers.
Chris V.
Yes, drives very well! I have always loved how smooth the drive is with an Acura. It gives enough speed but not too much. I will be purchasing another in the future.
Kay W.
Yes it is, it is a good vehicle for my consideration. The performance of the vehicle is good. I think, it is overall the conditions of the vehicles are goodman also smart.
Sara R.
Yes I love driving the car! Handles curves love the safety features. I enjoy the Bluetooth and heated seats and automatic car starters.
Tashfeen A.
Yes it is good looking, has great gas mileage, and is comfortable. It has many amenities that are important to me.
Stefanie S.
Yes, it definitely is. It drives smooth with no complications at all. I really love this as a primary vehicle.
Cameron B.
Yes. I owned a 2006 Acura TSX until my 16 year old daughter wrecked and totaled it in 2016. The car had 210,000 miles on it, and was still in great shape. I got an Audi when I gave the TSX to my... Read More
Lindsey H.
Yes. The breaks work wonderful. I really enjoy the sound of the bass in the car when my radio is loud.
Vanessa S.

How Reliable Is The 2017 Acura TLX?

Yes very reliable. The screen is large and easy to read. Touchscreen works well. Menus can be a little difficult to navigate at first.
Chris V.
My Acura does not give any problems. I bought the car 2 years ago and it has been a blessing. Warranty is still there!
Kay W.
Not yet. Nowadays I do not have issues or problems find. So I have to make sure everything going on a good condition before I have to go to work.
Sara R.
Extremely reliable but I have only owned the car for 2 years and have already spent 2000 on maintenance and car is not paid off yet.
Tashfeen A.
I needed a new battery but was given one free of charge. Otherwise no problems. It is very reliable
Rea P.
Sometimes, only during the winter. I have a hard time starting my car in the winter but I wouldn't give up on it.
Richard H.
The car seems reliable. The only issue I've noticed is a bumping when stopping occasionally. It feels like I've been rear ended at very low speed. It only happens occasionally, but is a little... Read More
Brenda Z.
Nope not at all for me. I haven't had any problems since I bought my car a year ago. Its like its brand new.
Melanie M.

Is The 2017 Acura TLX A Good Value?

I have owned a few cars with tech packages and in my opinion they all are overpriced. So while the package is essential to me they are overpriced in my opinion.
Chris V.
The cost of my Acura was under $20k when I bought it off the lot. Best decision I have made in my adult life.
Kay W.
I think it was good value. I am almost two years for driving my vehicle on. Now I think the cost is little higher than before. However my cost of my vehicle was reasonable.
Sara R.
It is pricy it is around 55k. I think getting a pre certifies is affordable. It has nice features so let's see how long car will go for without major issues.
Tashfeen A.
Do not remember the cost in the mid 30s. It is a good value compared to other less luxurious cars that I have seen
Alyse M.
A good 20,000 bucks but it’s very worth every penny I've spent on it. Very good value for a vehicle.
Amanda L.
The car is about $33,000 new for the 4 cylinder which is what I have. I believe Acura’s to be the best car value for the money of ALL makes and brands of cars.
Jackie N.
It cost me $33,000. It was worth it I love this car so much. It really changed my life for. The better.
Lynn R.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many quarts of oil does a 2017 Acura TLX take?

Answer: The 2017 Acura TLX comes with two different engines. In the 2.4l engine, 4.4 quarts are needed and in the 3.5l engine, 4.5 quarts are needed. 0w-20 synthetic oil is recommended. It is recommended to change Your...

Does the 2017 Acura TLX have a spare tire?

Answer: The 2017 Acura TLX did not come equipped with a spare tire except on the top of the line SH-AWD trim level. If You have one of the lower level trims then there will be a fixA tire kit and an inflator kit...
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Safety & Reliability

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