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2019 Acura TLX consumer reviews

$33,000–$36,200 MSRP range
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(57 reviews)
77% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.6
  • Interior 4.4
  • Performance 4.3
  • Value 4.3
  • Exterior 4.6
  • Reliability 4.4
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Nice car-Technology/electronis - both garbage!

Car is comfortable and rides nice-BUT technology/electronics totally unreliable! Rearview camera stays on in drive. Nav system constantly states "device is not supported". Fuel low indicator light stays on after putting gas in tank. Phone does not turn on when you hit answer- have to say hello twice. Nav buttons not responsive- home buttons and speak buttons often do not work. Dealer cannot find anything or reproduce???!!! A lot of B.S --- son has same car and same problems. Have owned a total of 8-10 Acuras- this is the worst. Do not buy this car- it sucks-- very frustrating!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 2.0
  • Value 1.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 1.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does not recommend this car
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Probably my fourteenth Acura I have leased.

Really classic automobile. Great performance and really nice interior. I would recommend this vehicle to a family member or friend. Always have been very pleased with Acura.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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Third Car in this line

comfortable, roomy, zippy, love the apple play, love the lane assist, brake assist, all the new features in this car makes it feel very safe

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Style and performance w/o busting the bank

For my money this car as at the top of the list for affordable luxury cars. Its stylish, modern, and performs well. I got the tech package, mostly for the safety features. The upgraded sound system is nice but the navigation system needs to be rethought (or removed). Carplay gives easy access to Google maps on my phone, which provides similar assistance in a much more user-friendly and visually aesthetic package. Other than that, it's a keeper.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Value for your money!

Affordable, reliable, all wheel drive 290 hp engine is very smooth. It has as many features as the more expensive cars. Styling is subtle yet attractive. Good Value!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Great car

Awesome car all around. Very responsive and fun to drive. Dynamic drive allows you to switch to sport mode. Well equipped and great quality for the money !

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Acura Selling Cars With Bad Transmissions.

I can't begin to tell you how disappointing my 2019 TLX V6 is. It's my 5th Acura and definitely my last as the transmission is AWFUL. It shifts really, really hard and Honda Corporate refuses to take any responsibility. Even my dealership Service Manager said the transmission was shifting hard but two software updates hasn't improved it. I remember when Acura was known for quality but they've really fallen behind Lexus, Audi, Volvo and Infiniti. Heck I'd rather buy a top trim Honda or even a Kia before I'd consider buying another Acura. My wife is right we should have purchased a Lexus. Don't be fooled thinking Acura is an entry level luxury brand. It's not and they treat their customers poorly!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 2.0
  • Performance 2.0
  • Value 3.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 1.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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Worst car I've ever owned

I am extremely disappointed with the 2019 Acura TLX A-Spec V6. I began a 3 year lease at the beginning of Feb. 2019 and I already can't wait for my 3 year lease to be up. The car does not shift smoothly and is very jerky when shifting. It has four different modes (eco, normal, sport and sport plus) and I've experimented with driving the car in the various modes but it doesn't help. The interior of the car is pretty "plain jane" compared to other vehicles in this price point. The car exterior looks good but I am disappointed overall with the vehicle. I previously had a Nissan Maxima and would choose it any day over the Acura.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 2.0
  • Performance 1.0
  • Value 1.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 3.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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Bought on Wednesday, needed new trans on Sunday...

Well we bought our 2019 TLX v6 tech on Wednesday and by Saturday we noticed a bad leak and the trans was behaving very weird. Called salesperson on Sunday and we had to have it towed back to dealer where on Monday they said they had to replace the trans. BRAND NEW CAR needed a new trans after 3 days on the road. The embarrassment of bringing home a nice new car then having a flatbread come take it away by the weekend is annoying. The only reason we bought new instead of a preowned was to avoid problems...funny. Should’ve stayed w Lexus...

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 1.0
  • Value 1.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 1.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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Great car, other than interior controls

An upscale car with a moderate price. Good performance. Good finish. Technology could be better explained to a non-techie. Owners manual and guide poor. I am reasonably happy.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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