2017
Acura TLX

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Available trims

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  • FWD
    Starts at
    $32,000
    24 City / 35 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • FWD V6
    Starts at
    $35,450
    21 City / 34 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • FWD w/Technology Pkg
    Starts at
    $36,050
    24 City / 35 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • FWD V6 w/Technology Pkg
    Starts at
    $39,500
    21 City / 34 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • SH-AWD V6 w/Technology Pkg
    Starts at
    $41,700
    21 City / 31 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    All Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • FWD V6 w/Advance Pkg
    Starts at
    $42,700
    21 City / 34 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • SH-AWD V6 w/Advance Pkg
    Starts at
    $44,900
    21 City / 31 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded V-6
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    All Wheel Drive
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Notable features

Midsize luxury sedan
Four-cylinder with eight-speed dual-clutch automatic
V-6 with nine-speed automatic
Front- or all-wheel drive
Advanced safety features available

The good & the bad

The good

Four-cylinder driving experience
Handling with all-wheel drive
Refined ride quality
Backseat space
LED headlights standard

The bad

Dynamics with V-6 and front-wheel drive
Drab interior styling
V-6 model's push-button gear selector
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Expert 2017 Acura TLX review

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Vehicle Overview

What it is: The Acura TLX midsize sedan slots between Acura’s entry-luxury sedan, the compact ILX, and its flagship RLX sedan. It’s available with four-cylinder or V-6 power and front- or all-wheel drive. Competitors include the BMW 3 Series, Cadillac ATS, Lexus ES 350, Lincoln MKZ and Volvo S60.
New for 2017
There are no significant changes.
Significant Standard Features

  • 206-horsepower, 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine
  • Eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission (four-cylinder) 
  • Front-wheel drive
  • Dual-zone automatic climate control
  • Heated front seats
  • LED headlights
  • Keyless entry with push-button start
  • Power moonroof
  • Backup camera
  • Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system

Significant Available Features

  • 290-hp, 3.5-liter V-6
  • Nine-speed automatic transmission (V-6)
  • All-wheel drive
  • Adaptive cruise control
  • Navigation system
  • Leather upholstery
  • Ventilated front seats
  • Forward collision warning with automatic braking
  • Lane departure warning and lane keeping assist
  • Blind spot warning system with rear cross-traffic alert

2017 Acura TLX review: Our expert's take

Vehicle Overview

What it is: The Acura TLX midsize sedan slots between Acura’s entry-luxury sedan, the compact ILX, and its flagship RLX sedan. It’s available with four-cylinder or V-6 power and front- or all-wheel drive. Competitors include the BMW 3 Series, Cadillac ATS, Lexus ES 350, Lincoln MKZ and Volvo S60.
New for 2017
There are no significant changes.
Significant Standard Features

  • 206-horsepower, 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine
  • Eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission (four-cylinder) 
  • Front-wheel drive
  • Dual-zone automatic climate control
  • Heated front seats
  • LED headlights
  • Keyless entry with push-button start
  • Power moonroof
  • Backup camera
  • Required in every new car: front airbags, antilock brakes and an electronic stability system

Significant Available Features

  • 290-hp, 3.5-liter V-6
  • Nine-speed automatic transmission (V-6)
  • All-wheel drive
  • Adaptive cruise control
  • Navigation system
  • Leather upholstery
  • Ventilated front seats
  • Forward collision warning with automatic braking
  • Lane departure warning and lane keeping assist
  • Blind spot warning system with rear cross-traffic alert

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Safety review

Based on the 2017 Acura TLX 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
9.8%
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
9.8%
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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Consumer reviews

92% of drivers recommend this car
4.7 / 5
Based on 41 reviews
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Comfort 4.8
Interior 4.5
Performance 4.4
Value 4.5
Exterior 4.7
Reliability 4.8

Most recent

  • By Haley from Phoenix, AZ
    Owns this car
    August 14, 2023

    Decent car but would not recommend

    Bought my Acura in 2020 and drove it for 3 years with little to no issues. Took it for an oil change recently and two separate leaks were discovered. Not happy about having to pay over $1500 for this, when my car is really only at 55,000 miles. Was planning on buying an RDX as my next car, but after having issues fairly early on, will not be purchasing another Acura sadly.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does not recommend this car
    Comfort 4.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 3.0
    Value 3.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 2.0
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  • By cris Johnson from stafford va
    Test drove this car
    January 26, 2021

    ALL AROUND CLASSY

    Leather seats with sunroof plus a screen display and tired spinning when i would push it, v6 and I love it , very unique exterior
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 4.0
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  • By michelle speller jones from suffolk va
    Owns this car
    October 26, 2020

    best car

    this car is a great car!! it has enough space for me and the ride is smooth. Cant really tell if the car is running I love it!!!
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By JKI from Renton, WA
    Owns this car
    August 19, 2020

    Excellent value in a luxury sedan class

    TLX is a great car in the (near) luxury sedan class. Quality and value are high; this car is significantly lower in price than competing sedans in its class. Though not a performance sedan, the car handles competently and elicits confidence. Very quiet and comfortable. Beautiful exterior design. Interior is a little busy and controls could be better, but quality is there. Great gas mileage; almost 39 MPG on highway. Looking forward to the dual turbo TLX-S next spring!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 3.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Acura lover from Marin County
    Owns this car
    March 15, 2020

    My Dream Car

    My Dream car. I love the excellence of it's audio system. I feel safe when I drive it. It rides smoothly and turns perfectly. I had my first Acura TL, a 2004 purchased in 2013 for 7 years and a 100,000 miles without a single problem.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Gerryp from Fort Myers
    Owns this car
    February 18, 2020

    Awesome car to drive!!!!!

    This has been an amazing car to own and drive. Zippy when you want it to be and fuel efficient when you drive. I can average near 35mpg highway (interstate speeds) and 25 around town with stop and go traffic.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By KGhost from Raleigh, NC
    Owns this car
    January 30, 2020

    This car is a rock star!

    I was turned off by initial reviews but bought this ‘17 model in ‘18 as a certified pre-owned with 12k miles. Two years and 43k miles later, I LOVE THIS CAR’. Solid, responsive, trouble free, stylish - enjoyable. No problems whatsoever! Only complaint is that, for a somewhat performance sedan, the transmission does not kick down as quickly as I would like but paddle shifter helps! 3.5L V6 with tech pkg.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Realtor Steve from Dublin,Ohio
    Owns this car
    October 3, 2019

    Great price for performance

    This car meets all my requirements for comfort, reliability and performance. The only complaint is the outdated infotainment center. The Ergonomics needs some enhancements including but not limited to more charging ports
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 4.0
    Performance 4.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By PBBJ from Dayton, Ohio
    Owns this car
    April 23, 2019

    Expensive car but worth every dime!

    I have owned 2 Honda's prior to this Acura. Honda engines are so reliable that I will never own anything else. Great gas mileage for a 6 cyl. I have owned it for almost 2 years and I am very satisfied with this purchase.
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Transporting family
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 4.0
    Exterior 4.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Shadowd91 from peculiar
    Owns this car
    March 10, 2019

    most reliable brand i ever owned!

    car has the leather seats with heated seats, the blue tooth options as well as phone calls, the LED's and jewel eye headlights which help visibility alot!!!!!, comfortable! and gas mileage is amazing!
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Xenianancy from Xenia. Ohio
    Owns this car
    January 30, 2019

    I love my TLX, comfort performance to the max

    Best car ever. Love the remote start, seats, comfort and power.The navigation, safety features , sound system and performance are superb. I feel that I'm in the most luxurious car I ever had.
    • Purchased a Used car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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  • By Acurabuff from Minneapolis, Minnesota
    Owns this car
    November 12, 2018

    Great car with all the bells & whistles

    Great car all around and the SH-AWD. Is great! I also got the tech package with the great stereo also a must. I had silver, grey metallic and black in my Acura?s lately!
    • Purchased a New car
    • Used for Commuting
    • Does recommend this car
    Comfort 5.0
    Interior 5.0
    Performance 5.0
    Value 5.0
    Exterior 5.0
    Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2017 Acura TLX?

The 2017 Acura TLX is available in 5 trim levels:

  • (1 style)
  • V6 (1 style)
  • V6 w/Advance Pkg (2 styles)
  • V6 w/Technology Pkg (2 styles)
  • w/Technology Pkg (1 style)

What is the MPG of the 2017 Acura TLX?

The 2017 Acura TLX offers up to 24 MPG in city driving and 35 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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Is the 2017 Acura TLX reliable?

The 2017 Acura TLX has an average reliability rating of 4.8 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2017 Acura TLX owners.

Is the 2017 Acura TLX a good Sedan?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2017 Acura TLX. 92.7% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.7 / 5
Based on 41 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.8
  • Interior: 4.5
  • Performance: 4.4
  • Value: 4.5
  • Exterior: 4.7
  • Reliability: 4.8

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