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Used 2021 Acura ILX Sedan Trims Comparison

Trim level differences

The Acura ILX starts with a reasonably well-equipped base trim level and offers three major upgrade packages: Premium, A-Spec and Technology. All trim levels use a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine (201 horsepower, 180 lb-ft of torque) paired with an eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. The ILX is front-wheel-drive only.

Base
Standard features on the base ILX include:

  • LED headlights
  • Sunroof
  • Simulated leather upholstery
  • Dual-zone automatic climate control
  • Heated front seats
  • Bluetooth streaming audio and a six-speaker sound system

Standard safety equipment includes:

  • Forward collision warning (alerts you of a possible collision with the car in front)
  • Collision mitigation braking (applies the brakes automatically to stop the vehicle to avoid or minimize a collision)
  • Lane departure warning (alerts you if the vehicle begins to drift out of its lane)
  • Lane departure mitigation (warns you of a lane departure when a turn signal isn't used and can automatically steer to maintain lane position)
  • Adaptive cruise control (maintains a driver-set distance between the Acura and the car in front)

Premium
The first of the ILX's available packages, the Premium adds:

  • Sport seats with leather upholstery
  • Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capability
  • Seven-speaker sound system with satellite and HD radio
  • Blind-spot monitor (alerts you if a vehicle in the next lane over is in your blind spot)
  • Rear cross-traffic alert (warns you if a vehicle behind you is about to cross your vehicle's path while you're in reverse)

A-Spec
Gives the ILX a bit of cosmetic flair by adding:

  • 18-inch wheels and high-performance tires
  • LED foglights
  • Unique front grille and black bumper accents
  • Rear spoiler
  • Exclusive paint color options
  • Perforated leather upholstery and contrasting interior stitching
  • Stainless steel sport pedals

Technology
Has the features from the Premium and A-Spec, plus:

  • Navigation
  • 10-speaker sound system
  • Acura's connected services

Which ILX trim does Edmunds recommend?

While the base ILX comes with a number of standard safety features, we recommend upgrading a bit by going with the optional Premium package. It adds smartphone integration along with an upgraded stereo and some improved interior materials. Plus, the Premium adds blind-spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert — one of the few safety features that doesn't come standard on the ILX.

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Features

Bluetooth
standard
Navigation
Not Available
Satellite radio
Not Available
Keyless Ignition
standard
Cruise control
standard
Adaptive cruise control
standard
Parking assistance
Not available
Upholstery
leatherette
Heated seats
standard
Cooled/Ventilated seats
Not available
Folding rear seats
standard
Sunroof
standard
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Specifications

Country of final assembly
United States
Drivetrain
front wheel drive
Engine power
201 hp @ 6,800 rpm
Engine torque
180 lb-ft @ 3,600 rpm
Engine displacement
2.4 l
Engine configuration
inline 4
Transmission
8-speed automated manual
Tire size
215/45R17
Wheel size
17 X 7.0-in
Wheel type
painted alloy wheels
Run flat tires
Not available
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Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
24 / 34 / 28 MPG
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
Not applicable
Fuel Capacity
13.2 gal.
Driving Range (city/hwy)
317 / 449 miles
Fuel Type
premium unleaded (recommended)
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Dimensions

Turning circle
36.8 ft.
Curb weight
3,095 lb.
Ground Clearance
5.3 in.
Overall Width with Mirrors
Overall Width without Mirrors
70.6 in.
Height
55.6 in.
Length
182.2 in.
Wheelbase
105.1 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
12.4 cu. ft.
Cargo Space, Rear Seat Down or Removed
Front Head Room
38.0 in.
Front Leg Room
42.3 in.
Front Shoulder Room
55.6 in.
Rear Head Room
35.9 in.
Rear Leg Room
34.0 in.
Rear Shoulder Room
53.6 in.
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5-Year Ownership Costs

True Cost to Own®
$39,066
Average Cost Per Mile
$0.52
Depreciation
$9,947
Financing
$3,342
Taxes & Fees
$1,410
Fuel
$11,782
Insurance
$3,960
Maintenance
$5,898
Repairs
$2,727
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Colors

Interior
Ebony, leatherette
Exterior
Lunar Silver Metallic
Platinum White Pearl
Majestic Black Pearl
Modern Steel Metallic
Performance Red Pearl