Used 2020 Acura RLX Hybrid Consumer Reviews
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Great car
I love my Acura RLX Hybrid. The car does 0-60 in 4.9, not 5.6 like the Edmunds review (check YouTube). Yes, the infotainment is bad, but it does everything you need it to, and I installed a wireless CarPlay system from VLine anyway. It’s incredibly comfortable and quiet, and there’s plenty of power when you feel like going a bit faster.
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Poor reliability
I had my first Acura in 1990- the Legend. Loved that car and since then I had own 2MDX, TSX ( I still have) and RLX from Acura brand and several Lexus including LS, IS and ES. I initially loved the RLX hybrid as it checked all the boxes I was looking for. That was short lived. It is plaques with random software issues with brakes, battery total discharge within 72 hours to 96 hours. If I leave the car at the airport, it is guaranteed to be dead by the time I come back 3 days later. At home you need a trickle charger connected just in case and also keep portable jump starter just in case. I feel like this car is always in ICU.now I have a brake problem that has voice message to pull the car over and get it towed as brakes may fail! The dealer has no clue how to fix this after multiple attempts other than saying it is probably a software issue ( probably really!). I am trying to get Acura Customer service involved and see what happens. It is extremely frustrating that I have 60k dead weight under warranty plus extended warranty on a car I don’t feel safe. I will update in couple of weeks.
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- P-AWS SedanMSRP: $36,588221 mi away
- Sport Hybrid SH-AWD SedanMSRP: $28,995342 mi away
- Sport Hybrid SH-AWD SedanMSRP: $25,990343 mi away
Hidden Jewel
Purchased a used Acura 2020 Sport Hybrid still under waranties . Let me echo what others have stated that the reviewers missed the boat on these cars . Yes the infotainment is dated but I know the system and actually like the dual screen so it works. The Krell speakers are outstanding . The car looks great and you rarely see any around. The seats are super comfy and the car rides fantastic. Great handling and steering excellent power with the electric assist and gas mileage has been running around 30. There are not many out there and I really like the look of the 2018-2020 version although the prior years look good too . I love buying a car like this at the end of its production run as more likely all the bugs have been worked out . This thing was ahead of its time If you get the chance get one don't listen to the expert reviews see what the owners say. Probably the Hybrid scared people away and kept sales down plus everyone wants SUVs but this is a great car. I plan to keep this thing for a long time .
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Fantastic Car!! 2020 SH-AWD Sport Hybrid
Prior to buying this I drove almost every sport/luxury car on the market like the BMW 5 Series, Genesis G80, Mercedes E350, etc. The RLX Sport Hybrid stood out for its serene ride, superb power delivery, efficiency, and reliability. Not to mention it comes with all the options, more even than competitors for a better value. The infotainment system was not upgraded by Acura in 2018 with the rest of its fleet but you can get wired/wireless carplay installed aftermarket using the same display and buttons. The Krell Audio is fantastic and the seats are very comfortable. The ride quality with the stock tires Primacy mxm4 was a little soft for my taste, and those tires were not my favorite, so I upgraded to ultra high performance Pirelli P Zero AS Plus 3's and it made a huge difference. With the new tires getting about 28mpg with regular driving, about a 4mpg bump from stock tires... Shifting from Hybrid to gas is automatic and happen seamlessly. This would be a great car to buy second hand if it was taken care of well.
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The critics are idiots
I’ve had my 2020 RLX for three years now and it performs beautifully I’ve put over 20k miles a year on it. Ever time I drive this car it makes me smile and laugh. I smile because I love the car and I laugh at all the people who criticize this car. Again just ask the owners of this vehicle. They are all laughing as well!!!
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