2020 Acura TLX vs. 2021 Acura TLX
In comparing the 2020 Acura TLX's and the 2021 Acura TLX's specifications and ratings, the 2020 Acura TLX has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars, and fuel efficiency. The 2021 Acura TLX has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. The 2020 Acura TLX and 2021 Acura TLX have the same overall quality score Based on this comparison of the 2020 Acura TLX's and the 2021 Acura TLX's specifications and ratings, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Acura TLX Pricing
A used 2020 Acura TLX ranges from $22,980 to $34,414 while a used 2021 Acura TLX is priced between $28,990 to $43,998.
Acura TLX Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate, the 2020 Acura TLX and the 2021 Acura TLX both lose 51.1 percent of their value.
Acura TLX Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Acura TLX is 8.4 out of 10. Acura TLX is ranked 10 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars based on its reliability, retained value, and safety ratings.
Acura TLX Reliability Rating
iSeeCars' Reliability Rating for the Acura TLX is 7.2 out of 10.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2020 Acura TLX’s base engine makes 206 horsepower, and the 2021 Acura TLX base engine makes 272 horsepower. The TLX is rated to deliver an average of 27 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 568 miles. The TLX is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 491 miles. This gives the 2020 Acura TLX the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the 2021 Acura TLX. Both models use premium unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are midsize cars, the 2020 Acura TLX has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front shoulder room and rear leg room. The 2021 Acura TLX has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room and rear leg room.
Safety Ratings
The Acura TLX has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$22,980 - $34,414
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
51.1%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
$28,990 - $43,998
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
51.1%
Acura TLX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.4 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Acura TLX Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.4 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Acura TLX Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 20Ranking
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10 out of / 29Ranking
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27 out of / 29Acura TLX Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 20Ranking
6 out of / 9Ranking
10 out of / 29Ranking
10 out of / 29Ranking
16 out of / 29Ranking
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20 out of / 29Ranking
27 out of / 29Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
2020 Acura TLX Trim Levels
Base, SH-AWD V6, SH-AWD V6 PMC Edition, SH-AWD V6 w/Advance, SH-AWD V6 w/Tech, SH-AWD V6 w/Tech w/A-SPEC, V6, V6 w/Tech, V6 w/Tech w/A-SPEC, w/Tech, w/Tech w/A-SPEC
2021 Acura TLX Trim Levels
Base, SH-AWD, SH-AWD Type S, SH-AWD Type S w/Perf. Wheel+Tire, SH-AWD w/A-SPEC, SH-AWD w/Advance, SH-AWD w/Tech, w/A-SPEC, w/Advance, w/Tech
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:
6 years / 70000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
4 years / 50000 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):
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:
272 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
280 foot-lbs @ 1600 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):
23 / 33 / 27
Range (city/hwy):
396 / 568 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:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
22 / 31 / 25
Range (city/hwy):
349 / 491 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Premium Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
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:
14.3 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
93.3 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
37.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.5 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
34.9 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55 inches
Cargo Space:
13.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
93.4 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3505 lbs
Width:
73 inches
Height:
57 inches
Length:
190.7 inches
Wheelbase:
109.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.8 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3709 lbs
Width:
75.2 inches
Height:
56.4 inches
Length:
194.6 inches
Wheelbase:
113 inches
Ground Clearance:
5.3 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:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/50R18