Acura TLX vs. Honda Accord
In comparing the Acura TLX to the Honda Accord, the Acura TLX has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Honda Accord has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency, interior volume and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the Acura TLX versus the Honda Accord, the Honda Accord is a better car than the Acura TLX.
Acura TLX versus Honda Accord Pricing
A one- to five-year-old used Acura TLX ranges from $25,328 to $37,990 while a used Honda Accord from the same model year range is priced between $22,998 to $32,950. For a new model, the Acura TLX's price is between $41,907 and $55,966, with the Honda Accord priced between $29,195 and $35,150.
Acura TLX versus Honda Accord Quality Rating
The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the Acura TLX is 8.4 out of 10 while the Honda Accord's quality rating is 9.0 out of 10. This results in the Acura TLX being ranked 7 out of 29 Best Luxury Midsize Cars and the Honda Accord being ranked 1 out of 13 Best Midsize Cars.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Acura TLX’s base engine makes 272 horsepower, and the Honda Accord base engine makes 192 horsepower. The TLX is rated to deliver an average of 25 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 491 miles. The Accord is rated to deliver an average of 33 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 562 miles. The TLX uses premium unleaded, and the Accord uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are midsize cars, the Honda Accord 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 trunk space. The Acura TLX has the advantage in the area of front leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Acura TLX and the Honda Accord have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars. When comparing IIHS evaluations, both the Acura TLX and the Honda Accord have the same Top Safety Pick+ award.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$41,907 - $55,966
Used Asking Price:
$25,328 - $37,990
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
51.1%
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$29,195 - $35,150
Used Asking Price:
$22,998 - $32,950
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
39%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.4 / 10
Reliability:
7.2 / 10
Retained Value:
7.9 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
9.0 / 10
Reliability:
9.0 / 10
Retained Value:
8.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
7 out of / 29Ranking
12 out of / 29iSeeCars Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 13Ranking
1 out of / 13Ranking
1 out of / 13Ranking
1 out of / 13Ranking
1 out of / 8Summary Review
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Pros and Cons
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Not yet available
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Trim Levels
Base, w/Tech, w/A-SPEC, SH-AWD, SH-AWD w/Tech, SH-AWD w/A-SPEC, SH-AWD w/Advance, SH-AWD Type S, SH-AWD Type S w/HPWT
Trim Levels
LX, Sport, Sport Special Edition, EX-L, Touring
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:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
TOP SAFETY PICK +
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
TOP SAFETY PICK +
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
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
192 hp @ 5500 rpm
Torque:
192 foot-lbs @ 1600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.061 hp per pound
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
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
1.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
30 / 38 / 33
Range (city/hwy):
444 / 562 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
Available
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
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
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.5 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.3 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
40.4 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56.5 inches
Cargo Space:
16.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
105.6 cubic feet
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
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3150 lbs
Width:
73.3 inches
Height:
57.1 inches
Length:
196.1 inches
Wheelbase:
111.4 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/50R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
painted alloy
Tire Size:
225/50R17
