Pros: Surprisingly hospitable rear seat; competitive pricing; good range of available luxury and safety features; improved quietness; nice ride/handling balance
Cons: Only one powertrain available; cabin ambiance and materials a bit drab for the class; engine occasionally feels coarse to some testers
CG Says: After a major freshening last year, the 2017 Acura ILX is unchanged. The ILX is positioned between regular compact cars and the majority of premium compacts. The numerous improvements for 2016 made ILX a more credible contender in its segment. This junior Acura still doesn’t quite match the premium ambiance of some of its class rivals, but competitive pricing and a long list of desirable available features make it a worthwhile choice.
The Facts
| Class | Premium Compact Car |
| Body Style(s) | 4-door sedan |
| Passenger Count | 5 |
| Drive Wheels | front-wheel drive |
| Manufacturer | Acura |
| Nation of Manufacture | USA |
| Base Prices | ILX: $27,990 ILX w/ AcuraWatch Plus: $29,290 ILX w/ Premium Pkg: $29,990 ILX w/ Premium & A-SPEC: $31,980 ILX w/ Technology Plus: $32,990 ILX w/ Technology Plus & A-SPEC: $34,980 |
| Base Engine 2.4-liter 4-cylinder |
| Horsepower 201 |
| Std. Transmission 8-speed automated manual |
| Avail. Transmission NA |
| EPA City Range (mpg) 25 |
| EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 35 |
2017 Acura ILX
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