2018 Acura ILX vs. 2018 Acura TLX

If you’re making a choice between the 2018 Acura ILX and the 2018 Acura TLX, then it ultimately comes down to personal preference. That’s because you can’t go wrong with either option, since both models boast:

• Extensive warranty coverage, including a 48-month/50,000-mile basic warranty, a 72-month, 70,000-mile powertrain warranty, and standard roadside assistance
• Various package options, such as the Technology package, the A-SPEC package, and more
• Base features like a power moonroof, a rearview camera, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, and remote keyless access, among other coveted amenities
• 2.4L inline-four engines that put out nearly identical performance ratings (201 hp and 180 lb-ft of torque on the ILX and 206 hp and 182 lb-ft of torque on the TLX)
• Available ELS Sound System
• Advanced safety features and five-star safety scores in the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s front side and rear side crash tests

Distinctions

Although the 2018 Acura ILX and the 2018 Acura TLX have quite a lot in common, there are some important distinctions to consider as you make your decision. For example, both offer highly competitive fuel economy returns, but if your driving demands involve daily commutes, the ILX may be more appealing with its EPA-estimated 25* mpg city and 35* mpg highway. Still, you can’t go wrong with the TLX, as it accomplishes an impressive 23* mpg city and 33* mpg highway. However, the TLX’s fuel tank holds more, at 17.3 gallons as compared with 13.2 gallons on the ILX. There’s also a size difference between the ILX and TLX. The ILX is more compact and offers passengers 89.3 cubic feet to stretch out and a maximum cargo volume of 12.3 cubic feet, whereas the TLX is larger, promising 93.3 cubic feet for its passengers and 14.3 cubic feet in its trunk.