2017 Acura TLX vs. 2017 Chrysler 300
When we compare the 2017 Acura TLX's and the 2017 Chrysler 300's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Acura TLX has the advantage in the areas of fuel efficiency, resale value and overall quality score. The 2017 Chrysler 300 has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, reliability, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2017 Acura TLX's and the 2017 Chrysler 300's specifications and ratings, the 2017 Chrysler 300 is a better car than the 2017 Acura TLX.
2017 Acura TLX vs. 2017 Chrysler 300 Pricing
A used 2017 Acura TLX ranges from $15,601 to $25,988 while a used 2017 Chrysler 300 is priced between $14,494 to $25,995.
2017 Acura TLX vs. 2017 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300 loses 51.3 percent of its value. This means the 2017 Acura TLX retains 0.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the 2017 Chrysler 300.
2017 Acura TLX vs. 2017 Chrysler 300 Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Acura TLX is 8.4 out of 10 while the Chrysler 300's quality rating is 7.7 out of 10. This results in the Acura TLX being ranked 9 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars and the Chrysler 300 being ranked 6 out of 8 Best Large Cars.
2017 Acura TLX vs. 2017 Chrysler 300 Reliability Rating
iSeeCars’ Reliability Rating for the Acura TLX is 7.2 out of 10. For the Chrysler 300 the reliability rating is 8.5 out of 10. This gives the Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300 base engine makes 292 horsepower. The TLX is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 602 miles. The 300 is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 555 miles. This gives the 2017 Acura TLX the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2017 Chrysler 300. The TLX uses premium unleaded, and the 300 uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2017 Chrysler 300, a large car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2017 Acura TLX, a midsize car, has the advantage in the area of front leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, the 2017 Acura TLX has higher safety ratings than the 2017 Chrysler 300, with an average rating of 5 out of 5 Stars compared to 4 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:
14494 - 25995
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.512931
Acura TLX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.366666 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Chrysler 300 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
7.696856 / 10
Reliability:
8.490567 / 10
Retained Value:
6.6 / 10
Safety:
8.0 / 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 / 29Chrysler 300 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 3Ranking
2 out of / 8Ranking
2 out of / 3Ranking
3 out of / 8Ranking
3 out of / 8Ranking
4 out of / 8Ranking
4 out of / 4Ranking
5 out of / 8Ranking
6 out of / 8Ranking
6 out of / 8Ranking
6 out of / 8Ranking
7 out of / 8Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
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 Chrysler 300 Trim Levels
C, C Platinum, Limited, S, S Alloy Edition
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:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 100000 miles
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):
4 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:
292 hp @ 6350 rpm
Torque:
260 foot-lbs @ 4800 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.073 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:
3.6 liters
Engine Configuration:
V
Number of Cylinders:
6
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 30 / 23
Range (city/hwy):
352 / 555 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular 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
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
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:
38.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
59.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.1 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.7 inches
Cargo Space:
16.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
106.3 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:
4013 lbs
Width:
75 inches
Height:
58.5 inches
Length:
198.6 inches
Wheelbase:
120.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
4.7 inches
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:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
polished aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
P225/60R18