Pros: Agile handling, especially with all-wheel drive model; upscale cabin appointments; decent acceleration from base 4-cylinder engine; good passenger room both front and rear
Cons: Performance of V6’s 9-speed transmission; so-so trunk space; premium fuel required for both engines; not all testers like V6 models’ push-button gear selector
CG Says: The 2017 Acura TLX is unchanged. The TLX is a sporty midsize sedan that’s available with 4-cylinder or V6 power. The 4-cylinder comes standard with an 8-speed dual-clutch automated manual transmission, while the V6 uses a 9-speed automatic (a manual gearbox is not offered). All-wheel drive is available on V6 models. Highlights of the TLX’s available features include forward collision warning, lane-keep assist, remote engine start, adaptive cruise control, and Acura’s Precision All-Wheel Steer system (P-AWS), which is standard on front-drive TLXs. The TLX’s compact-yet-spacious dimensions, athletic driving character, convincingly luxurious ambiance, competitive prices, and impressive array of available tech and safety features make it a compelling premium-midsize-car choice.
| Class | Premium Midsize Car |
| Body Style(s) | 4-door sedan |
| Passenger Count | 5 |
| Drive Wheels | front-wheel drive, all-wheel drive |
| Manufacturer | Acura |
| Nation of Manufacture | USA |
| Base Prices | Base: $31,900 Tech: $35,950 V6: $35,350 V6 Tech: $39,400 V6 Advance: $42,600 AWD V6 Tech: $41,600 AWD V6 Advance: $44,800 |
| Base Engine 2.4-liter 4-cylinder |
| Horsepower 206 |
| Std. Transmission 8-speed automated manual |
| Avail. Transmission NA |
| EPA City Range (mpg) 24 |
| EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 35 |
| Optional Engine 3.5-liter V6 |
| Horsepower 290 |
| Std. Transmission 9-speed automatic |
| Avail. Transmission NA |
| EPA City Range (mpg) 21 |
| EPA Hwy Range (mpg) 31-34 |
