2025 Acura TLX

Price Range: $45,400 - $58,050

In many ways, the second-generation 2025 Acura TLX is a marked improvement over its predecessor. The four-cylinder engine and 10-speed automatic together are smoother and react more naturally to inputs than the previous V6 and nine-speed, and the interior is more upscale.

However, the TLX takes a step backward as well. The powertrain is a tad thirstier and slower than similar engines in rivals, but the biggest issue is the new touchpad controller for the infotainment system, which is often frustrating to use.Read full review

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MSRP $46,595
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MSRP $59,245
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2025 Acura TLX Review

Pros

A lot of features for the money
Nimble handling with optional all-wheel-drive system
Available ELS Studio 3D audio system is among today's best

Cons

Infotainment touchpad controller is distracting to use
Rear seats can feel cramped
Not as quick or fuel-efficient as many rivals

What's new

No major changes for 2025
Part of the second TLX generation introduced for 2021

Overview

Written by automotive expert Christian Wardlaw

9/17/2024

With the 2025 TLX, Acura straddles the line between compact and midsize luxury sedans. From the front seats, it feels large and wide, like a BMW 5 Series. But in the back, it seems small and narrow, more like a BMW 3 Series. Acura does price the TLX more like compact luxury sedans, though, and the TLX is a step up from the smaller Integra hatchback. For the 2025 model year, the automaker has made almost no changes to the TLX, though the complimentary maintenance program is cut in half to one year or 12,000 miles.

Cost to Drive

Monthly estimates based on costs in Illinois

$216/mo

$177/mo

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Edmunds spotlight: What's the deal with the True Touchpad Interface?

Two factors contribute to the Acura TLX's relatively low Edmunds rating: its unimpressive fuel economy estimates and the True Touchpad Interface (TTI). The TTI is how you operate the TLX's infotainment system. Located on the center console, it consists of a trackpad, a Back button, and a Home button, and it responds to fingertip movement and pressure. The theory behind the TTI is noble — reduced driver distraction — but it often has the opposite effect because making accurate inputs on the small pad is challenging in a moving car. Acura has started removing the TTI from some of its models, but the TLX still uses it.

Competitors to consider

The TLX credibly competes with sedans in two different segments. Based on our in-depth Expert Rating, which you can read below, the TLX doesn't fare well against most models in the midsize class, which are typically larger and more sophisticated (though more expensive). However, it's not far behind the Mercedes-Benz C-Class, Audi A4 and BMW 3 Series in the small sedan category, making it worthy of consideration against those rivals.

Edmunds Expert Rating

edmunds TESTED

Driven, tested, rated by automotive expert Cameron Rogers

Good

7.7

out of 10

We drove the 2025 Acura TLX on our test track and on real roads. Our Edmunds team conducts rigorous independent vehicle testing, driving 500,000 miles a year.

Performance

8/10

How does the TLX drive? We tested the TLX A-Spec, which has the turbocharged four-cylinder engine. Our vehicle also came with all-wheel drive. At our test track it accelerated from 0 to 60 mph in 6.5 seconds, which is a bit better than rival midsize luxury sedans with base four-cylinder engines.

On the upside, the all-wheel-drive system contributes to more agile and controlled body motions while you're navigating tight turns. The steering lacks communication, but turn the drive mode selector to Sport and the wheel gains some heft, which feels better suited to spirited driving.

The 10-speed transmission is a massive improvement over the previous model's nine-speed automatic, though it still isn't quite perfect. It shifts early under light throttle and feels a little lazy in the Normal and Comfort drive modes. But it keeps the turbo boost at the ready when you have Sport mode selected and need responsive acceleration.

Comfort

8/10

How comfortable is the TLX? In addition to enjoyable performance, the TLX delivers a comfortable driving experience. The front seats are nicely padded and the rear seats are angled back for a relaxed seating position. That said, the front seats aren't highly adjustable, and the side bolsters provide little support for performance driving.

The ride achieves a great balance between suppleness and composure over a variety of road surfaces, though sharp-edged road bumps can send a prominent thunk through the cabin. Noise is well abated. It's a pretty quiet vehicle overall, even though instrumented testing shows the TLX is a few decibels louder on the inside than rivals. The climate control system is easy to use, and we like that the A-Spec's heated and ventilated front seats can be set to an automatic mode that adjusts the amount of heating or cooling based on outside and desired interior temperatures.

Interior

7/10

How’s the interior? There's a lot to like about the TLX's cabin. It's easy to find a good driving position thanks to the seat's ample amount of travel in all directions and the similarly generous tilt-and-reach range for the steering wheel. The large door openings and gently tapered roof help you enter and exit the vehicle gracefully. On the downside, rear legroom is tight, especially for tall passengers. It's even less than what you get in Acura's smaller Integra.

The TLX's main tech interface, which consists of a display screen and trackpad controller, can be annoying and distracting to use. The trackpad mimics your inputs like a touchscreen, but it isn't large enough and lacks the precision needed to successfully navigate the numerous virtual buttons on screen at any one time.

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Technology

7.5/10

How’s the tech? Major touchpad-interface issues aside, the integrated navigation system has sharp-looking maps and is easy to use. The display screen is responsive and quick, and the ELS audio system packs serious punch and accuracy.

Wireless connectivity for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration is standard. While wireless charging is standard, there aren't any USB ports for rear passengers, which is odd for a luxury sedan. We like that most of the advanced driver assist systems are standard, and they do a respectable job of approximating natural driving. But we did notice that the adaptive cruise system is slow to react when the driver ahead moves out of your lane.

Storage

7.5/10

How’s the storage? At 13.5 cubic feet, the TLX's trunk is larger than the trunks of most rivals. The trunk opening is also wide, allowing you to load long items horizontally without issue. However, a short decklid somewhat hinders your access to the deep end of the trunk, and it'll be a reach to load and retrieve items butted up against the rear seats. The cabin offers numerous places to store items, though most are modestly sized.

If your sport sedan will also be a family hauler, know that the lower anchors for car seats are hidden behind a Velcro-backed strip of leather that must be removed. The wide doors should make it easy to load a car seat, but the TLX's relatively small size will require some compromise in front seat space.

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Fuel Economy

7/10

How’s the fuel economy? The Acura TLX with all-wheel drive (which is what we tested) gets an EPA-estimated 24 mpg combined. That's a few mpg worse than what most rival sedans are capable of. Our test TLX posted a more competitive 26.2 mpg on our real-world evaluation route, but overall the TLX's fuel efficiency is a little disappointing.

Value

8/10

Is the TLX a good value? The TLX's pricing is a bit less than what you'd typically pay for a small midsize sedan. This Acura makes a strong value statement, especially when you consider the pleasant materials and build quality. Its bumper-to-bumper warranty of four years/50,000 miles is typical for the segment, though its powertrain coverage of six years/70,000 miles is more generous than what the German competition offers.

Wildcard

8/10

The so-so engine doesn't give you the thrust you'd expect of a real sport sedan, and only the Sport driving mode has the steering heft you'll want for accurately placing the vehicle while cornering. But the rest of the TLX is tuned to provide a sense of excitement. Slap on a set of summer tires, and the TLX could probably hang with some of Europe's better sport sedans. Plus, the TLX will look good in just about anyone's driveway. That's especially true of the A-Spec model, which brings the styling elements of the Type S to the standard TLX lineup.

2025 Acura TLX trim level differences

Acura attempts to cover two bases at once with the 2025 TLX sedan. In some ways, it is more like a midsize luxury car, while in others, the more appropriate categorization would be compact. Either way, it is available in Technology, A-Spec and Type S trim levels.

Which TLX trim does Edmunds recommend?

For the best blend of style, performance, efficiency and slick-road traction, choose the TLX A-Spec. In addition to good looks and Acura's Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) system, the A-Spec also offers a wider range of colors and more standard equipment.

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Reliability

The 2025 Acura TLX has a 4 years / 50,000 miles basic warranty and 2 recalls. RepairPal gives it a reliability rating of 4.5 out of 5, ranks it #1 out of 68 among Luxury Midsize Cars. Below you’ll find our owner reviews.

Reliability Rating by RepairPal

4.5 out of 5 stars4.5/5Excellent

#1 out of 68 among Luxury Midsize Cars

RepairPal Reliability Ratings are based on the actual cost, frequency, and severity of unscheduled repairs and maintenance on make/model data for select 2008-2022 vehicles. The reliability of a specific vehicle may vary depending on its maintenance and driving history, model year, trim, and features.

Cost

$353/yr

vs. $607/yr
for Average Luxury Midsize Car

Frequency

0.4x/yr

vs. 1.36x/yr
for Average Luxury Midsize Car

Severity

5.7%

vs. 10.5%
for Average Luxury Midsize Car

Recalls

2 recalls found

Checking if a car has a recall is simple. Just type the car's VIN number into the NHTSA website (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls). If there's an unrepaired recall, you'll see it there.

If a recall shows up, just call your local car dealer. They'll know about the recall and will work with the car maker to fix it for free (if the recall happened within 10 years of the car being first sold).

Recall Number:: 25V391000
Manufacturer Recall Number:: FLX, XLY
Manufactured from:: 2022-12-16 to 2024-11-06
Number of vehicles affected:: 259033
Defect Description:: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Acura TLX, 2023-2025 Acura MDX, and 2023-2025 Honda Pilot vehicles. The brake pedal pivot pin was not secured properly, which can cause the pedal to shift out of position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment" and 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Defect Consequence:: A brake pedal that shifts out of position can prevent the driver from applying the brakes as intended, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Corrective Action:: Dealers will inspect and replace the brake pedal assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 28, 2025. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are FLX and XLY.

Recall Number:: 25V031000
Manufacturer Recall Number:: EL1, AL0
Number of vehicles affected:: 294612
Defect Description:: Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2022-2025 Acura MDX Type-S, 2023-2025 Honda Pilot, and 2021-2025 Acura TLX Type-S vehicles. A software error in the fuel injection electronic control unit (FI-ECU) may cause an engine stall or a loss of power.
Defect Consequence:: An engine stall or loss of power can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Corrective Action:: Dealers will reprogram the FI-ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 17, 2025. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are EL1 and AL0.

Warranty

4 years / 50,000 miles Basic Warranty

Basic Warranty: 4 years / 50,000 miles
Drivetrain Warranty: 6 years / 70,000 miles
Rust Warranty: 5 years / unlimited miles
Roadside assistance Warranty: 4 years / 50,000 miles
Free maintenance Warranty: 1 years / 12,000 miles

Acura TLX Owner Reviews

4.2

50 reviews

5(54%)

4(24%)

3(10%)

2(8%)

1(4%)

Owner Reviews Summary

The overall sentiment for the 2025 Acura TLX is mixed. Owners love the stylish design, comfortable seats, and great handling. However, many are not happy with the complex touchpad controls and say rear seat space is tight. Some have reported issues with the brakes and other tech features like the wireless charger and navigation system.

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E. Lin, 11/03/2020

2021 Acura TLX SH-AWD 4dr Sedan AWD w/2.0T and A-Spec Package (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A)

Recently picked up a redesigned AWD TLX w/turbo 4 cyl. in A-Spec trim. Really wanted the Type S but decided that the eventual ramp up in cost and lower fuel economy probably would have been deal breakers. I am very glad the TLX is no longer based on the Accord platform as it looks great and can stand out more from its Honda brethren. Here are my initial impressions. Pros: - Engine … has some zip and should be more than adequate for most people (enthusiasts can continue waiting for the Type S) - Looks like a sleek sports car (especially if you choose the red/black interior seating)! - Seats are super comfortable, even more so than the ones on the MDX I was driving. Good support and I can imagine long drives being pleasant. - Suspension has been upgraded to double-wishbone. I don't feel I miss the active-dampening of the Advance trim. - Trunk release button is handy for when your hands are full (just stand there with fob in proximity and push the button!) - Awesome ELS sound system - Wireless phone charging Cons: - There is no spare tire (for additional fuel economy). You'll deal with a compressor and sealant in the trunk. You can always ask roadside assistance to do it for you. - The touchpad takes some getting used to. Unfortunately the method to operate the tactile pad for Acura apps is not the same as for when you use Carplay. I can't comment on the Android version but it may be the same issue. I've gotten used to this but I can see this being a deal breaker for some folks. - Car is marketed to compete with the BMW 3 series, C-Class, etc. and is competitive in price, interior space, trunk space, but not in fuel economy. I believe the exterior being more like the 5-series or E-Class size and the weight has quite a bit to do with it. This oddball combination forces the TLX to be more of a direct competitor with the Kia Stinger GT-Line for these reasons (fuel economy is identical). Speaking of weight, the TLX is only about 250 lb less than the MDX I gave up. Luckily the engine is more than sufficient to power the car on the highway. I always hated how underpowered a 2012 C-Class I owned was similar in weight to this TLX but struggled to accelerate with its underpowered V6. In conclusion, I'll stop short of saying this car is for "Acura fans only" but it is definitely not for everyone. The looks may keep sales high but only time will tell how long-term owners feel. Either way, it is most definitely worth it to get a test drive if you are on the fence after this review! 2 Year update: I've turned in the car a year early as I got tired of the following issues: 1) Infotainment works about 90% of the time. It's also quite slow when compared to true luxury makes. 2) Braking on this car is very inconsistent. I always feel like I have to give quite a bit of room to the car in front of me. This car never let me forget how heavy it is. 3) I was hoping I could get closer to 30 mpg but it was really more b/w 23-24 mpg from mixed driving. 4) It's an adventure when driving through narrow streets. I always hated visiting NYC with this car, especially when looking for parking! You may get this car for the looks but make sure it checks a lot of other boxes before you do!

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2025 Acura TLX Features & Specs

Type:

Sedan

Trim:

Base

Base MSRP Excludes Destination Fee	$45,400
Engine Type	Gas
Combined MPG	25 MPG
Cost to Drive	$216/month
Seating	5 seats
Cargo Capacity All Seats In Place	13.5 cu.ft.
Drivetrain	front wheel drive
Warranty	4 years / 50,000 miles

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Safety

Key safety features on the TLX include:

Back-up camera
Blind Spot Monitoring
Lane Departure Warning
Alarm
Tire Pressure Warning
Stability Control
Pre-collision safety system
Post-collision safety system

NHTSA Overall Rating 5 out of 5 stars

The National Highway Transportation Safety Administration offers independent analysis.

Frontal Barrier Crash Rating	Rating
Overall	5 / 5
Driver	5 / 5
Passenger	4 / 5
Side Crash Rating	Rating
Overall	5 / 5
Side Barrier Rating	Rating
Overall	5 / 5
Driver	5 / 5
Passenger	5 / 5
Combined Side Barrier & Pole Ratings	Rating
Front Seat	5 / 5
Back Seat	5 / 5
Rollover	Rating
Rollover	5 / 5
Dynamic Test Result	No Tip
Risk Of Rollover	9%

IIHS Rating

The Insurance Institute of Highway Safety uses extensive crash tests to determine car safety.

Small Overlap Front Driver-Side Test	Good
Small Overlap Front Passenger-Side Test	Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Original	Good
Moderate Overlap Front Test – Updated	Not Tested
Side Impact Test – Original	Good
Side Impact Test – Updated	Not Tested
Roof Strength Test	Not Tested
Rear Crash Protection / Head Restraint	Not Tested

FAQ

Is the Acura TLX a good car?

The Edmunds experts tested the 2025 TLX both on the road and at the track, giving it a 7.7 out of 10. Edmunds’ consumer reviews show that the 2025 TLX gets an average rating of 4 stars out of 5 (based on 50 reviews) What about cargo capacity? When you're thinking about carrying stuff in your new car, keep in mind that the TLX has 13.5 cubic feet of trunk space. And then there's safety and reliability. Edmunds has all the latest NHTSA and IIHS crash-test scores, plus industry-leading expert and consumer reviews to help you understand what it's like to own and maintain a Acura TLX. Learn more

What's new in the 2025 Acura TLX?

According to Edmunds’ car experts, here’s what’s new for the 2025 Acura TLX:

No major changes for 2025
Part of the second TLX generation introduced for 2021

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Is the Acura TLX reliable?

To determine whether the Acura TLX is reliable, read Edmunds' authentic consumer reviews, which come from real owners and reveal what it's like to live with the TLX. Look for specific complaints that keep popping up in the reviews, and be sure to compare the TLX's 4-star average consumer rating to that of competing vehicles. Learn more

Is the 2025 Acura TLX a good car?

There's a lot to consider if you're wondering whether the 2025 Acura TLX is a good car. Edmunds' expert testing team reviewed the 2025 TLX and gave it a 7.7 out of 10. Our consumer reviews show that the 2025 TLX gets an average rating of 4 stars out of 5 (based on 50 reviews). Safety scores, fuel economy, cargo capacity and feature availability should all be factors in determining whether the 2025 TLX is a good car for you. Learn more

How much should I pay for a 2025 Acura TLX?

The least-expensive 2025 Acura TLX is the 2025 Acura TLX 4dr Sedan w/Technology Package (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A). Including destination charge, it arrives with a Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of about $45,400.

Other versions include:

4dr Sedan w/Technology Package (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A) which starts at $45,400
4dr Sedan AWD w/A-Spec Package (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A) which starts at $50,400
Type S 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 10A) which starts at $58,050

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What are the different models of Acura TLX?

If you're interested in the Acura TLX, the next question is, which TLX model is right for you? TLX variants include 4dr Sedan w/Technology Package (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A), 4dr Sedan AWD w/A-Spec Package (2.0L 4cyl Turbo 10A), and Type S 4dr Sedan AWD (3.0L 6cyl Turbo 10A). For a full list of TLX models, check out Edmunds’ Features & Specs page. Learn more

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2025 Acura TLX Review

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2025 Acura TLX trim level differences

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Reliability

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