What Is the 2025 Acura TLX?
The 2025 Acura TLX is a tweener. It slots between traditional German luxury compacts (like the Audi A4 and BMW 3 Series) and mid-size sedans (in the template of the A6 and 5 Series), but it’s priced against the smaller cars. The base TLX and A-Spec use a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder that produces 272 horsepower and 280 pounds-feet of torque, while the performance-focused Type S gets a turbocharged 3.0-liter V-6 that’s good for 355 hp and 354 pounds-feet. Both engines are paired with a 10-speed automatic transmission. The base TLX is front-wheel drive, while the A-Spec and Type S come with all-wheel drive standard.
What’s New on the 2025 Acura TLX?
The Acura TLX is unchanged for 2025 after a mild refresh for 2024, which included a 12.3-inch digital instrument panel and a 12.3-inch infotainment display screen in place of the previous 10.2-inch screen.
What Features on the 2025 Acura TLX Are Important?
Standard features include:
- Moonroof
- Keyless entry and start
- Leather upholstery
- Heated front seats
- 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster
- 12.3-inch infotainment screen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- 13-speaker ELS Studio sound system
- Forward collision warning with automatic emergency braking
- Lane departure steering assist
- Lane-centering steering
- Adaptive cruise control
- Blind spot warning
- Front and rear parking sensors
Available features include:
- Sport-tuned suspension with adaptive dampers
- Brembo brakes
- Ventilated front seats
- 17-speaker ELS Studio audio system
- Head-up display
- 360-degree camera system
Should I Buy the 2025 Acura TLX?
It’s not surprising that the tweener TLX has a smaller backseat than larger luxury sedans like the BMW 5 Series, Genesis G80 and Mercedes-Benz E-Class. What is surprising is that it has less backseat legroom than Acura’s own compact Integra. The TLX strikes a nice balance between comfortable ride and engaging handling, particularly in Type S form, but so does the Integra — at a much lower price. The best reason to choose a TLX over its cheaper sibling is its more substantial feel and AWD, which is standard on the A-Spec and Type S but not available on the Integra.
