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INFINITI Q50 vs. Acura ILX

When we compare the INFINITI Q50 to the Acura ILX, the INFINITI Q50 has the advantage in the areas of interior volume and base engine power. The Acura ILX 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 and overall quality score. Based on this comparison of the INFINITI Q50 versus the Acura ILX, the Acura ILX is a better car than the INFINITI Q50.

INFINITI Q50 versus Acura ILX Pricing

A used 2023 INFINITI Q50 ranges from $42,507 to $61,496 while a used 2022 Acura ILX is priced between $26,855 to $34,453. For a new model, the INFINITI Q50's price is between $44,333 and $62,046, with the Acura ILX priced between $27,753 and $32,803.

INFINITI Q50 versus Acura ILX Quality Rating

The iSeeCars Overall Quality rating for the INFINITI Q50 is 7.5 out of 10 while the Acura ILX's quality rating is 8.7 out of 10. This results in the INFINITI Q50 being ranked 21 out of 39 Best Luxury Small Cars and the Acura ILX being ranked 4 out of 39.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison

For engine performance, the INFINITI Q50’s base engine makes 300 horsepower, and the Acura ILX base engine makes 201 horsepower. The Q50 is rated to deliver an average of 23 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 580 miles. The ILX is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 449 miles. Both models use premium unleaded.

Passenger Space Comparison

While both models are compact cars, the INFINITI Q50 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and trunk space.

Safety Ratings Comparison

The Acura ILX has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.

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2023 INFINITI Q50

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2022 Acura ILX

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Pricing

New Asking Price:

$44,333 - $62,046

Used Asking Price:

$42,507 - $61,496

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

51.8%

Pricing

New Asking Price:

$27,753 - $32,803

Used Asking Price:

$26,855 - $34,453

5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):

48%

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

7.5 / 10

Reliability:

7.2 / 10

Retained Value:

7.8 / 10

Safety:

Not available

iSeeCars Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

8.7 / 10

Reliability:

7.7 / 10

Retained Value:

8.3 / 10

Safety:

10.0 / 10

iSeeCars Rankings

Most Reliable Luxury Small Cars

14 / 39
21 / 39

Luxury Small Cars with Best Resale Value

32 / 39

iSeeCars Rankings

4 / 39

Most Reliable Luxury Small Cars

9 / 39

Luxury Small Cars with Best Resale Value

22 / 39

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Pros and Cons

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Available Body Styles

Sedan

Available Body Styles

Sedan

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Trim Levels

Luxe, Red Sport 400, Sensory

Trim Levels

Base, w/Premium, w/Premium w/A-SPEC, w/Tech w/A-SPEC

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

4 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

4 years

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):

Not yet available

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:

300 hp @ 6400 rpm

Torque:

295 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.080 hp per pound

Base Drivetrain Specifications

Horsepower:

201 hp @ 6800 rpm

Torque:

180 foot-lbs @ 3600 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.065 hp per pound

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

3 liters

Engine Configuration:

V

Number of Cylinders:

6

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

RWD / AWD

EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):

20 / 29 / 23

Range (city/hwy):

400 / 580 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Premium Unleaded

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

2.4 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD

EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):

24 / 34 / 28

Range (city/hwy):

317 / 449 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Premium Unleaded

Standard/Optional Features

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Heated Seats:

Standard

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Leather Upholstery:

Standard

Navigation System:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Standard

Heated Steering Wheel:

Standard

Standard/Optional Features

Apple CarPlay:

Available

Android Auto:

Available

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Standard

Heated Seats:

Standard

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Leather Upholstery:

Standard

Navigation System:

Available

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Standard

Heated Steering Wheel:

N/A

Safety Equipment

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

N/A

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

N/A

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

Standard

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:

N/A

Driver Attention Monitoring:

N/A

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

39.5 inches

Front Leg Room:

44.5 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

56.7 inches

Rear Head Room:

36.8 inches

Rear Leg Room:

35.1 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

56.1 inches

Cargo Space:

13.5 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

100.0 cubic feet

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

38 inches

Front Leg Room:

42.3 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

55.6 inches

Rear Head Room:

35.9 inches

Rear Leg Room:

34 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

53.6 inches

Cargo Space:

12.4 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

89.3 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3732 lbs

Width:

71.8 inches

Height:

56.8 inches

Length:

189.6 inches

Wheelbase:

112.2 inches

Ground Clearance:

5.3 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3095 lbs

Width:

70.6 inches

Height:

55.6 inches

Length:

182.2 inches

Wheelbase:

105.1 inches

Ground Clearance:

5.3 inches

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

18.0 x 7.5 inches

Wheel Type:

aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

225/50R18

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

17.0 x 7.0 inches

Wheel Type:

painted aluminum

Tire Size:

P215/45R17