ENGINE | TLX | TLX V6 | TLX V6 A-Spec |
Engine Type | Direct Injection 4-Cylinder | Direct Injection V6 | Direct Injection V6 |
Displacement (liters) | 2.4 | 3.5 | 3.5 |
Horsepower @ rpm (SAE net) | 206 @ 6800 | 290 @ 6200 | 290 @ 6200 |
Torque (lb-ft @ rpm) (SAE net) | 182 @ 4500 | 267 @ 4500 | 267 @ 4500 |
Valvetrain | 16-Valve, DOHC i-VTEC® | 24-Valve, SOHC i-VTEC® | 24-Valve, SOHC i-VTEC® |
Variable Cylinder Management™ (VCM®) | - | • | • |
Compression Ratio | 11.6:1 | 11.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
Throttle Control | Drive-by-Wire Throttle System | Drive-by-Wire Throttle System | Drive-by-Wire Throttle System |
Idle Stop | - | - | • |
CARB Emissions Rating | ULEV-2 | ULEV-2 | ULEV-2 |
Tune-Up Interval | 100k +/- Miles No Scheduled Tune-Ups | 100k +/- Miles No Scheduled Tune-Ups | 100k +/- Miles No Scheduled Tune-Ups |
DRIVETRAIN - TRANSMISSION | TLX | TLX V6 | TLX V6 A-Spec |
Front-Wheel Drive with Precision All-Wheel Steer ™ (P-AWS™) system | • | • | • |
Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD®) | - | Available | Available |
8-Speed DCT (Dual-Clutch Transmission) with Torque Converter | • | - | - |
9-Speed Automatic Transmission | - | • | • |
Sequential SportShift Paddle Shifters | • | • | • |
Gear Ratios | |||
1st | 3.08 | 4.71 | 4.71 |
2nd | 2.18 | 2.84 | 2.84 |
3rd | 1.61 | 1.91 | 1.91 |
4th | 1.22 | 1.38 | 1.38 |
5th | 0.96 | 1.00 | 1.00 |
6th | 0.74 | 0.81 | 0.81 |
7th | 0.62 | 0.70 | 0.70 |
8th | 0.48 | 0.58 | 0.58 |
9th | - | 0.48 | 0.48 |
Reverse | 2.22 | 3.83 | 3.83 |
Final Drive | 4.57 | 3.52 | 3.52 |
SUSPENSION - CHASSIS | TLX | TLX V6 | TLX V6 A-Spec |
MacPherson Strut Front Suspension | • | • | • |
Multi-Link Rear Suspension | • | • | • |
Stabilizer Bar (mm, front/rear) | 26.0 / 24.7 | 26.0 / 25.4 SH-AWD: 26.0 / 24.7 |
26.0 / 25.4 SH-AWD: 26.0 / 25.4 |
Amplitude Reactive Dampers | • | • | • |
Electric Power-Assisted Rack-and-Pinion Steering (EPS) | • | • | • |
Integrated Dynamics System (IDS) | • | • | • |
Agile Handling Assist® | • | • | • |
Ventilated Front Disc / Solid Rear Disc Brakes (in) | 12.6 / 12.2 | 12.6 / 12.2 | 12.6 / 12.2 |
Aluminum Alloy Wheels | 17 x 7.5 Machine-Finished | 18 x 7.5 Machine-Finished | 19 x 8.0 Shark Gray Finish |
Tires | 225/55 R17 97H M+S | 225/50 R18 95H M+S | 245/40 R19 94V M+S |
Steering Ratio | 15.0 | 14.6 SH-AWD: 16.1 |
14.6 SH-AWD: 15.1 |
Turning Diameter, Curb to Curb (ft) | 39.2 | 38.8 SH-AWD: 39.5 |
39.5 SH-AWD: 39.5 |
EXTERIOR DIMENSIONS | TLX | TLX V6 | TLX V6 A-Spec |
Wheelbase (in) | 109.3 | 109.3 | 109.3 |
Length (in) | 191.7 | 191.7 | 191.5 |
Height (in) | 57.0 | 57.0 | 57.0 |
Width (in) | 73.0 | 73.0 | 73.0 |
Track (in, front/rear) | 62.8 / 63.1 | 62.8 / 63.1 | 62.8 / 63.1 |
Ground Clearance (in, unladen) | 5.8 | 5.9 | 5.9 |
INTERIOR DIMENSIONS | TLX | TLX V6 | TLX V6 A-Spec |
Headroom (in, front/rear) | 37.2 / 36.7 | 37.2 / 36.7 | 37.2 / 36.7 |
Legroom (in, front/rear) | 42.6 / 34.5 | 42.6 / 34.5 | 42.6 / 34.5 |
Shoulder Room (in, front/rear) | 57.5 / 55.4 | 57.5 / 55.4 | 57.5 / 55.4 |
Hiproom (in, front/rear) | 55.3 / 54.9 | 55.3 / 54.9 | 55.3 / 54.9 |
EPA Passenger Volume (cu ft) | 93.3 | 93.3 | 93.3 |
EPA Cargo Volume (cu ft) | 14.3 | 14.3 | 14.3 |
FUEL ECONOMY - CAPACITIES - WEIGHTS | TLX | TLX V6 | TLX V6 A-Spec |
EPA Fuel Economy Ratings (City/Highway/Combined) | 23 / 33 / 27 | 20 / 32 / 24 SH-AWD: 21 / 30 / 24 |
20 / 30 / 23 SH-AWD: 20 / 29 / 23 |
Recommended Fuel | Premium Unleaded 91 Octane | Premium Unleaded 91 Octane | Premium Unleaded 91 Octane |
Fuel Tank Capacity (U.S. gal) | 17.2 | 17.2 | 17.2 |
Curb Weight (lbs) | 3505 | 3616 | 3680 |
Curb Weight with SH-AWD (lbs) | - | 3765 | 3838 |
Weight Distribution (% front/rear) | 59.7 / 40.3 | 61.1 / 38.9 SH-AWD: 60.2 / 39.8 |
60.9 / 39.1 SH-AWD: 60.0 / 40.0 |
FEATURES | |||
SAFETY & DRIVER ASSITIVE TECHNOLOGY | TLX | TLX V6 | TLX V6 A-Spec |
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) System | • | • | • |
Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™) with Head-Up Warning | • | • | • |
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) | • | • | • |
Road Departure Mitigation System | • | • | • |
Multi-View Rear Camera with Dynamic Guidelines | • | • | • |
Blind Spot Information (BSI) System | T | T, A | • |
Rear Cross Traffic Monitor | T | T, A | • |
Next-Generation Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) Body Structure | • | • | • |
Advanced Front Airbags (SRS) | • | • | • |
Front Side Airbags | • | • | • |
Side Curtain Airbags | • | • | • |
Driver's Knee Airbag | • | • | • |
Vehicle Stability Assist™ (VSA®) with Traction Control and Motion Adaptive Steering | • | • | • |
4-Wheel Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS) | • | • | • |
Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) | • | • | • |
Brake Assist | • | • | • |
LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) | • | • | • |
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) with Location, Pressure Indicators and Tire Fill Assist | • | • | • |
Theft-Deterrent System with Electronic Immobilizer | • | • | • |
Tire Sealant and Repair Kit | • | • | • |
T = Technology Package, A = Advance Package | |||
DRIVER CONVENIENCE | TLX | TLX V6 | TLX V6 A-Spec |
Hill Start Assist | • | • | • |
Electric Parking Brake with Automatic Brake Hold | • | • | • |
Cruise Control | • | • | • |
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low-Speed Follow | • | • | • |
Parking Sensors (front and rear) | - | A | • |
Auto-On/Off Headlight Operation with Wiper Integration | • | • | • |
Auto High Beam System (HSS) | • | • | • |
Smart Entry (front doors and trunk) | • | • | • |
Smart Entry (front/rear doors and trunk) | T | T, A | • |
Walk Away Auto Door Lock | • | • | • |
Rain-Sensing Windshield Wipers | T | T, A | • |
Heated Side Mirrors with Reverse Gear Tilt-Down | • | • | • |
Auto Dimming Side Mirrors | - | A | - |
Power Folding Side Mirrors | - | A | - |
Surround View Camera System | - | A | - |
Heated Windshield | - | A | - |
T = Technology Package, A = Advance Package | |||
AUDIO & CONNECTIVITY | TLX | TLX V6 | TLX V6 A-Spec |
Acura Navigation System with 3D View | T | T, A | • |
AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic™ with Exclusive Street and Freeway Conditions | T | T, A | • |
Traffic Rerouting™ | T | T, A | • |
Next-Generation AcuraLink® | T | T, A | • |
Apple CarPlay™ / Android Auto™ | • | • | • |
Siri® Eyes Free | • | • | • |
SMS, MMS Text Message and Email Capability | • | • | • |
On Demand Multi-Use Display™ 2.0 (ODMD™) | • | • | • |
Color Multi-Information Display (MID) | • | • | • |
Remote Engine Start with Vehicle Feedback | - | A | • |
Bluetooth® HandsFreeLink® Wireless Telephone Interface | • | • | • |
Acura/ELS Studio® Premium Audio System with 10 Speakers | T | T, A | • |
Acura Premium Audio System with 7 Speakers | • | • | - |
Song By Voice® | T | T, A | • |
Aha™ Compatibility | • | • | • |
HD Radio® | T | T, A | • |
SiriusXM® 2.0 Satellite Radio | • | • | • |
Pandora® Compatibility | • | • | • |
USB Audio Interface with iPod® Integration | • | • | • |
Bluetooth® Streaming Audio | • | • | • |
MP3/Auxiliary Input Jack | • | • | • |
Speed-Sensitive Volume Compensation (SVC) | • | • | • |
HomeLink® | • | • | • |
Compass | • | • | • |
Maintenance MinderTM System | • | • | • |
T = Technology Package, A = Advance Package | |||
INTERIOR | TLX | TLX V6 | TLX V6 A-Spec |
Dual-Zone Automatic Climate Control with Humidity Control and Air Filtration | • | • | • |
GPS-Linked Climate Control | T | T, A | • |
Keyless Access System with Acura Personalized Settings | • | • | • |
Pushbutton Ignition | • | • | • |
Electronic Gear Selector | - | • | • |
Power Windows with Auto-Up/Down and Auto-Reverse | • | • | • |
Leatherette-Trimmed Sport Seats | • | • | • |
Leather-Trimmed Sport Seats | T | - | - |
Leather-Trimmed Sport Seats w/ Contrasting Piping and Stitching | - | T, A | • |
Driver's 10-Way Power Seat with Power Lumbar Support | • | • | • |
Driver's Seat Power Thigh Extension | - | T, A | • |
Front Passenger’s 8-Way Power Seat | - | • | • |
Front Passenger’s 4-Way Power Seat | • | - | - |
Heated Front Seats | • | • | • |
Ventilated Front Seats | - | A | • |
Heated Rear Outboard Seats | - | A | - |
60/40 Split Fold-Down Rear Seatback | • | • | • |
Heated Steering Wheel | - | A | - |
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Column | • | • | • |
Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel | • | • | • |
Leather-Wrapped Shift Knob | • | - | - |
Steering Wheel-Mounted Controls | • | • | • |
Wood Trim Applique on Console and Doors | • | • | - |
Brushed Aluminum-Look Trim on Console and Doors | - | - | • |
Connectivity Pocket with Sliding Tray | • | • | - |
Wireless Charging Pad (in place of sliding tray) | - | A | • |
Active Sound Control | • | • | • |
Ambient Cabin Lighting | • | • | • |
LED Ambient Light Piping | - | A | • |
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror | • | • | • |
Retained Accessory Power for Windows and Moonroof | • | • | • |
12-Volt Power Outlets (Center Console and Front Armrest) | • | • | • |
T = Technology Package, A = Advance Package | |||
EXTERIOR | TLX | TLX V6 | TLX V6 A-Spec |
Power Moonroof | • | • | • |
Dual Exhaust Finishers w/ Diffuser | - | • | • |
Decklid Spoiler (Gloss Black on A-Spec) | - | A | • |
Jewel Eye™ LED Headlights | • | • | • |
LED Fog Lights | - | A | • |
LED Front Turn Signals, Taillights, Brakelights, Side Mirror-Integrated Directional Signals, Rear License and Center High Mount Stop Light | • | • | • |
LED Puddle Lights | - | A | - |
Acoustic Glass Windshield | • | • | • |
Remote-Operated Windows and Moonroof-Open Function | • | • | • |
Capless Fuel Fill | • | • | • |
T = Technology Package, A = Advance Package | |||
COLORS | TLX, TLX V6 | TLX, TLX V6 with Technology or Advance Package | TLX V6 A-Spec |
Material | Leatherette Interior | Premium Milano Leather Interior | Premium Milano Leather Interior |
Crystal Black Pearl | Ebony, Parchment | Ebony, Parchment, Espresso* | Full Red, Black w/ Alcantara™ |
Modern Steel Metallic | Ebony, Greystone | Ebony, Greystone | Full Red, Black w/ Alcantara™ |
Bellanova White Pearl | Ebony, Parchment | Ebony, Parchment, Espresso* | Full Red, Black w/ Alcantara™ |
Lunar Silver Metallic | Ebony, Greystone | Ebony, Greystone | - |
Fathom Blue Pearl | Ebony | Ebony | - |
Black Copper Pearl* | - | Espresso* | - |
San Marino Red | Ebony, Parchment | Ebony, Parchment | Full Red, Black w/ Alcantara™ |
Still Night Blue Pearl (NEW)** | - | - | Full Red, Black w/ Alcantara™ |
* V6 Exclusive, **A-Spec Exclusive |

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2018 Acura TLX Specifications and Features
- 2017-05-18