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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2017 RLX, so we've included reviews for other years of the RLX since its last redesign.
Drives Great "IF" You Can Get it to Start!
Jacqueline Scott, 10/24/2015
2014 Acura RLX Navigation 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
13 of 15 people found this review helpful
Purchased my 2014 RLX in May 2014. Other than the fact that the engine was kind of loud, and the car did not come with a spare tire of any kind, I was in love with my RLX the first time I drove it. My favorite feature is the All Wheel Steering; I love the way the car handles. What I don't love is that something keeps draining the battery. The first time my car failed to start was in Jan 2015, eight months after I purchased it. This happened again in Sep 2015. The car was completely dead both times; wouldn't make a sound. I had to call Acura roadside assistance to jumpstart the car each time. The car was taken to the dealership after each incident and they could not find what was causing the battery to drain, or any other problem with the vehicle. I have also had problems with the touch screen going blank, Forward Collision Warning activating for no reason, the Bluetooth/phone screen not responding, and voice activation not working properly. The Navigation system doesn't work very well either, once you "finally" figure out how to use it. I have had several problems trying to get the system to find addresses. The search feature doesn't do a good job of keying in on your current area for requested searches, not to mention, maps are outdated. As much as I like the Acura RLX, It is unreliable, so I would not recommend it to a friend or anyone else for that matter.
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RLX Rattles down the road since purchase- no solution
rlxregrets, 03/11/2014
2014 Acura RLX Technology Package 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
12 of 14 people found this review helpful
I noticed rattles coming from front suspension after 500 miles. Brought it to the dealership and they couldn't find anything wrong with it. Dealership reported service rep had the same problem but worse after 7k miles. After another 2k miles the rattles increased in frequency and loudness from all 4 wheels. Dealership replaced front struts which resolved a majority of the rattle but the rear rattle persisted. After another visit, the replaced the rear rattle. The rear is better but now the front is ever present over every bump. When I had a 2014RLX loaner the vehicle had the same issue as both mine and the service reps car. Cant believe engineering isn't all over this issue. Beware of RLX.
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Not a good car
Jon, 05/29/2023
2014 Acura RLX Technology Package 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
5 of 5 people found this review helpful
Ever since I got this car I would have so many problems with it. Sometimes when I take a left or right turn the steering wheel is locked up at a 45 degree angle then it jerks the car to straighten it out. This is dangerous and I have brought it in to get it fixed and each time they “fixed” it, the problem comes back. Save yourself the stress and protect yourself and others by not getting this car
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Overall, great car but it does have some problems
SS, 11/03/2015
2014 Acura RLX Navigation 4dr Sedan (3.5L 6cyl 6A)
23 of 29 people found this review helpful
I'm very happy with the performance, handling, ergonomics and fuel efficiency. The only major complaint I have is with the battery going dead when the car sits for more than 2 days. I suspect it's a parasitic draw, possibly from the HFL module. Taking it back to the dealer and plan to leave it with them until they fix it. Apparently this is a problem with Acuras and I will not recommend buying this model, or any of the other ones, until they address it.
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Electric Motors Accelerate Schmooooooth!!!!
GaryN, 02/08/2016
updated 09/04/2018
2016 Acura RLX Sport Hybrid SH-AWD 4dr Sedan AWD w/Advance Package (3.5L 6cyl gas/electric hybrid 7AM)
22 of 28 people found this review helpful
Overall very satisfied with this purchase. Currently at 29k miles. No major glitches. Controls are intuitive and easy to master. However, Playing XM stations are glitchy and very slow to load, for scrolling; as are obtaining music from your USB FlashDrive. Push Button shifting, especially reverse, is slow to engage (1+ sec) on press of accelerator. Hybrid system is absolutely awesome, but comes with sacrifice of trunk space. Engine is very quiet when switching between electric motors and engine running; transfers between each completely unnoticed except for the RPM needle moving, ......this hybrid is much different than those gas saving German models which "die" at a stop sign, then restart. Very comfortable and rides well. Power distribution lives up to the "rides on rails" marketing motto. Controls are within ergonomic arm reach, very well thought out. Remains a comfortable and joy to drive. Sport mode is a definite power boost with intelligent tranny reset Would definitely buy again, and recommend.
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