The 2019 Acura ILX comes with only one engine choice. All trims rely on the same powertrain, which is a 2.4L I-4 direct-injected engine that can generate 201 horsepower and 180 lb-ft of torque. Power is transferred to the front wheels via an eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission that shifts smoothly and has a responsive feel. The transmission is basically a torque converter and also gets Sequential Sport Shift paddle shifters. The Acura ILX comes with an FWD drivetrain as standard, and there are no available options to upgrade it to an AWD system.
The car takes 6.4 seconds to hit the 0-60 mph mark and 15 seconds for the quarter-mile. It has a top speed of 130 mph. The acceleration of this vehicle is adequate, but not very impressive. In normal driving mode, the ILX feels just as average, but Sport mode makes the engine more responsive and improves the gear shifts as well. In summary, ILX delivers an acceptable level of performance considering its price range, but as we said, it is not as good as its closest competitors in this segment.
Models
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2019 Acura ILX
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2019 Audi A3
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2019 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250
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2019 Volvo S60
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MSRP
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$31,550
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$32,500
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$33,100
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$35,800
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Engine
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2.4L Premium Inline-4 engine
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2.0L Turbocharged Inline-4 engine
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2.0L Turbocharged Inline-4 engine
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2.0L Turbocharged Inline-4 engine
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Drivetrain
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FWD
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FWD
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FWD
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FWD
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Transmission
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8-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission
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7-speed automatic transmission
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7-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission
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8-speed Geartronic automatic transmission
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Power ( HP @ rpm )
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201 @6800
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184 @ 4300
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208 @ 5500
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250 @ 5600 rpm
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Torque (lb-ft @ rpm )
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180 @3600
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221 @ 1600
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258 @ 1250
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258 @ 1500
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0-60 mph (sec)
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6.4 sec
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6.1 sec
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6.3 sec
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5.0 sec
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Quarter mile (sec)
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15.0 sec
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14.8 sec
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14.9 sec
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14.3 sec
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Top speed (mph)
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130
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143
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130
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155
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The Audi A3 is the only car that makes less power than the Acura ILX. Even then, it’s quicker than the Acura by 0.3 seconds in the 60 mph run. The Acura ILX doesn't have a Turbocharged engine like its counterparts, so we can't expect it to accelerate as fast as its competitors. The Volvo S60 is a superb performer in terms of speed and acceleration and wins this segment easily. It runs from 0-60 mph in 5 seconds, a second quicker than the competition. The Volvo also has the best quarter-mile time at 14.3 seconds.
How well does the 2019 Acura ILX handle?
As a sports sedan, it does not provide the desired handling, however, in general, it is excellent for keeping things moving. Despite its lightweight steering and good feedback, its closest German rivals handle much better in this instance. Again, the transmission is flawless and you will enjoy speeding around the highway. Around corners, the car is planted and pretty stable.
It is pretty easy for anyone to adjust to the seating and steering wheel arrangement since they are positioned perfectly. This sedan's only notable downside is that its body stability on bumpy surfaces is not as good as it could be on bumpy surfaces. The strut and multi-link suspension set-up of the Acura ILX are slightly on the firmer side. It would be nice if this sedan had an AWD system but unfortunately, that won't be available.
Braking performance
The brakes on the ILX are impressive, and the availability of big rotors measuring 12.3 inches at the front and 11.11 inches at the rear allows it to come to a complete stop very quickly without stepping off the road. Furthermore, there are features like four-wheel antilock brakes and emergency braking systems that will help you a lot when braking. Considering its various features, perfectly sized rotors, and intuitive brake pedal response, this vehicle is among the best sedans in terms of braking.
Models
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2019 Acura ILX
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2019 Audi A3
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2019 Mercedes-Benz CLA 250
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2019 Volvo S60
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Brake Rotors Front (inches)
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12.3
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12.3
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12.6
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13.2
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Brake Rotors Rear (inches)
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11.1
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10.7
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11.6
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12.9
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Curb Weight
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3095 lbs
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3197 lbs
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3274 lbs
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3657 lbs
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60-0 (feet)
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N/A
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123
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121
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127
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The Volvo S60 has the biggest rotors on both wheels and takes 127 feet to stop from 60 mph. The Mercedes CLA 250 is lighter than the Volvo S60 and comes to a complete stop from 60 miles per hour much faster than any other sedan here, at 121 feet. The Audi A3 stops from 60 mph in 123 feet. As of now, we do not have the stopping figures for the ILX, but we expect it to be far superior to the competition.