2017
Acura RLX

Starts at:

$54,450

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Available trims

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Sedan w/Technology Pkg

Starts at

$54,450

20 City / 30 Hwy

MPG

5

Seat capacity

Premium Unleaded V-6

Engine

Front Wheel Drive

Drivetrain

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Sedan w/Advance Pkg

Starts at

$60,450

20 City / 30 Hwy

MPG

5

Seat capacity

Premium Unleaded V-6

Engine

Front Wheel Drive

Drivetrain

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Notable features

AcuraWatch active safety features now standard

Five-seat luxury sedan

Four-wheel steering standard

V-6 with front-wheel drive

All-wheel-drive hybrid version available

The good & the bad

The good

Standard safety features

Distinctive headlights

Roomy interior

Interior quality

Available front and rear parking sensors

The bad

Not as large as some flagship sedans

High floor in backseat

Backseat doesn't fold

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Expert 2017 Acura RLX review

Our expert's take

By Cars.com editors

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What it is: The RLX is Acura's flagship sedan, and it's offered as a gas-powered front-drive car as well as an all-wheel-drive hybrid. The RLX rides the line between mid-size and full-size sedans, with generous interior space in what's roughly a mid-size wrapper. As such, the RLX competes with cars such as the Audi A6, BMW 5 Series, Lexus GS and Lincoln MKZ.

The AcuraWatch safety system is now standard. It includes adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning with collision mitigation braking, lane departure warning and prevention, blind spot warning and rear cross-traffic alert.

Significant Standard Features

310-horsepower, 3.5-liter V-6 engine
Six-speed automatic transmission
Front-wheel drive
LED headlights
19-inch alloy wheels
Power moonroof
Four-wheel steering
Three-zone automatic climate control
Heated front seats
Keyless access with push-button start
Bluetooth streaming audio
Pandora integration
Navigation system
Backup camera
Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system

Significant Available Features

3.5-liter V-6 and three-motor hybrid system make 377 hp total (Sport Hybrid)
Seven-speed dual-clutch transmission (Sport Hybrid)
All-wheel drive (Sport Hybrid)
Surround-view camera system
Front and rear parking sensors
Remote start
Krell premium stereo
Leather-trimmed seats
Ventilated front seats
Heated rear seats
Heated steering wheel

2017 Acura RLX review: Our expert's take

Significant Standard Features

310-horsepower, 3.5-liter V-6 engine
Six-speed automatic transmission
Front-wheel drive
LED headlights
19-inch alloy wheels
Power moonroof
Four-wheel steering
Three-zone automatic climate control
Heated front seats
Keyless access with push-button start
Bluetooth streaming audio
Pandora integration
Navigation system
Backup camera
Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system

Significant Available Features

3.5-liter V-6 and three-motor hybrid system make 377 hp total (Sport Hybrid)
Seven-speed dual-clutch transmission (Sport Hybrid)
All-wheel drive (Sport Hybrid)
Surround-view camera system
Front and rear parking sensors
Remote start
Krell premium stereo
Leather-trimmed seats
Ventilated front seats
Heated rear seats
Heated steering wheel

Safety review

Based on the 2017 Acura RLX base trim

NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.

Overall rating: 5/5
Combined side rating front seat: 5/5
Combined side rating rear seat: 5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver: 5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger: 5/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating: 5/5
Overall side crash rating: 5/5
Rollover rating: 5/5
Side barrier rating: 5/5

Side barrier rating driver: 5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat: 5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat: 5/5

9.7%

Risk of rollover

Side barrier rating driver: 5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat: 5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat: 5/5

9.7%

Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic

4 years / 50,000 miles

Corrosion

5 years

Powertrain

6 years / 70,000 miles

Roadside Assistance

4 years / 50,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage

6 years old and newer from their original in-service date, with 80,000 miles or fewer at time of vehicle delivery.

Basic

2 years / 100,000 miles

Dealer certification

182-point inspection

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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2017 Acura RLX?

The 2017 Acura RLX is available in 2 trim levels:

w/Advance Pkg (1 style)
w/Technology Pkg (1 style)

What is the MPG of the 2017 Acura RLX?

The 2017 Acura RLX offers up to 20 MPG in city driving and 30 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

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2017 Acura RLX