2017 Acura TLX vs. 2017 BMW 3 Series
When we compare the 2017 Acura TLX's and the 2017 BMW 3 Series's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Acura TLX has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. The 2017 BMW 3 Series has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability, interior volume and overall quality score. The 2017 Acura TLX and 2017 BMW 3 Series have the same fuel efficiency. Based on this comparison of the 2017 Acura TLX's and the 2017 BMW 3 Series's specifications and ratings, the 2017 BMW 3 Series is a better car than the 2017 Acura TLX.
2017 Acura TLX vs. 2017 BMW 3 Series Pricing
A used 2017 Acura TLX ranges from $15,601 to $25,988 while a used 2017 BMW 3 Series is priced between $14,498 to $28,993.
2017 Acura TLX vs. 2017 BMW 3 Series Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the 2017 Acura TLX loses 51.1 percent of its value and the 2017 BMW 3 Series loses 52.3 percent of its value. This means the 2017 Acura TLX retains 1.1 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2017 BMW 3 Series.
2017 Acura TLX vs. 2017 BMW 3 Series Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Acura TLX is 8.4 out of 10 while the BMW 3 Series' quality rating is 8.7 out of 10. This results in the Acura TLX being ranked 9 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars and the BMW 3 Series being ranked 6 out of 36 Best Luxury Small Cars.
2017 Acura TLX vs. 2017 BMW 3 Series Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Acura TLX is 7.2 out of 10. For the BMW 3 Series the reliability rating is 8.4 out of 10. This gives the BMW 3 Series an advantage in reliability compared to the Acura TLX.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2017 Acura TLX’s base engine makes 206 horsepower, and the 2017 BMW 3 Series base engine makes 180 horsepower. Both the TLX and the 3 Series are rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with highway ranges of 602 and 553 miles respectively. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2017 BMW 3 Series, a compact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, rear head room and rear leg room. The 2017 Acura TLX, a midsize car, has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, front leg room, rear shoulder room, and cargo space.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the 2017 Acura TLX and the 2017 BMW 3 Series have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
15601 - 25988
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.511408
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
14498 - 28993
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.522554
Acura TLX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.366666 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
BMW 3 Series Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.686143 / 10
Reliability:
8.358429 / 10
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Acura TLX Rankings
Ranking
4 out of / 20Ranking
5 out of / 9Ranking
9 out of / 29Ranking
9 out of / 29Ranking
15 out of / 29Ranking
16 out of / 29Ranking
19 out of / 29Ranking
26 out of / 29BMW 3 Series Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 21Ranking
2 out of / 15Ranking
6 out of / 36Ranking
6 out of / 36Ranking
6 out of / 30Ranking
6 out of / 10Ranking
9 out of / 30Ranking
10 out of / 30Ranking
11 out of / 36Ranking
12 out of / 36Ranking
12 out of / 26Ranking
14 out of / 31Ranking
15 out of / 30Ranking
17 out of / 36Ranking
25 out of / 30Ranking
31 out of / 36Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Hatchback, Sedan, Wagon
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Diesel, Gasoline, Plug-In Hybrid
2017 Acura TLX Trim Levels
Base, SH-AWD V6 w/Advance, SH-AWD V6 w/Tech, V6, V6 w/Advance, V6 w/Tech, w/Tech
2017 BMW 3 Series Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
206 hp @ 6800 rpm
Torque:
182 foot-lbs @ 4500 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.059 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
180 hp @ 5000 rpm
Torque:
200 foot-lbs @ 1250 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.053 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.4 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
24 / 35 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
413 / 602 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
23 / 35 / 28
Range (city/hwy):
363 / 553 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Navigation System:
Standard
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Forward Collision Warning:
Available
Lane Departure Warning:
Available
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.6 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.4 inches
Cargo Space:
13.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
93.3 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
42 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.7 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.1 inches
Cargo Space:
13 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
96.0 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3483 lbs
Width:
73 inches
Height:
57 inches
Length:
190.3 inches
Wheelbase:
109.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3370 lbs
Width:
80 inches
Height:
56.3 inches
Length:
182.8 inches
Wheelbase:
110.6 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/55R17
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
225/50R17