2018 ACURA TLX

2018 Acura TLX 3.5 w/Technology & A-SPEC Pkg – The Perfect Blend of V6 Muscle and Sharp Digital Luxury

The 2018 Acura TLX 3.5L with both the Technology and A-SPEC Packages represents a high-impact turning point for the premium midsize sport sedan segment. Undergoing a sharp exterior refresh, it masterfully balances an aggressive, racetrack-inspired presence with advanced, hyper-connected luxury. It functions beautifully as a quiet, executive mobile sanctuary during the workweek, yet effortlessly transforms into an athletic, corner-carving weapon on the open highway.

Core Performance and Dynamics

• V6 VTEC® Powerhouse: A highly responsive 3.5-liter i-VTEC® V6 engine pumping out a fierce 290 horsepower and 267 lb-ft of torque.

• Advanced Transmission: A fluid, quick-shifting 9-speed automatic transmission with sequential steering-wheel paddle shifters, hitting 0 to 60 mph in an athletic 5.7 seconds.

• Precision All-Wheel Steer™ (P-AWS®): Independently adjusts the rear wheel angles in real-time to drastically sharpen turn-in agility at low speeds and maximize lane-change stability on the interstate.

• Integrated Dynamics System (IDS): Instantly reconfigures throttle responsiveness, steering weight, and shift thresholds across Econ, Normal, Sport, and Sport+ modes.

Aggressive A-SPEC Styling

• A bold front fascia anchored by a dark-chrome diamond pentagon grille, dark-tinted Jewel Eye™ LED headlights, and aggressive lower mesh air intakes.

• Striking 19-inch Shark Gray split 5-spoke alloy wheels wrapped in high-performance all-season tires that amplify cornering traction.

• A dramatic rear profile highlighted by a gloss-black decklid spoiler, a unique rear diffuser, and massive dual 4-inch dark-chrome performance exhaust outlets.

• Premium conveniences including power-folding heated side mirrors, rain-sensing windshield wipers, and a sharp power sunroof.

Tech-Forward Executive Sanctuary

• Race-Inspired Cockpit: Deeply bolstered, heated and ventilated Milano leather sport seats, an A-SPEC steering wheel, and a custom red LED ambient cabin lighting system.

• Dual-Screen Command: An upper 8-inch information display and a lower 7-inch On-Demand Multi-Use Display™ touchscreen layout that keeps critical features right at your fingertips.

• Technology Package Connectivity: Factory hard-drive navigation with 3D mapping, real-time traffic data, Apple CarPlay®, and Android Auto™ smartphone integration.

• ELS Studio® Audio: An immersive, studio-grade 10-speaker premium sound system working alongside Active Sound Control to actively seal out highway road noise.

Practicality, Efficiency, and Safety

• Deceptive Cargo Space: A highly functional 14.3 cubic feet of trunk space, expanding quickly with quick-release 60/40 split-folding rear seatbacks to carry professional gear, luggage, or business inventory.

• Smart Efficiency: Features Variable Cylinder Management™ to shut down three cylinders during steady cruising, achieving a budget-friendly EPA-estimated 20 MPG city / 30 MPG highway with a long-distance 17.2-gallon fuel tank.

• AcuraWatch™ Safety Suite: Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) body structure factory-equipped with:

  • Forward Collision Warning with Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™)

  • Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) and Road Departure Mitigation

  • Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Low-Speed Follow functionality

  • Blind Spot Information (BSI) System and a Multi-View Rearview Camera

Aggressive A-SPEC Stance. 290-HP V6 Muscle. Advanced Dual-Screen Connected Tech. 🏁