2014 Acura ILX review
Acura ILX highlights
Customer rating
Pros
- Lots of standard features
- Balanced ride and handling
- City-sized luxury
Cons
- Underwhelming base engine
- Limited trunk space
- Sporty model lacks options
Mileage (EPA estimate)
22 city, 31 highway, 25 combined
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Luxury sedan with a city-friendly footprint
Wanting a luxury sedan doesn’t mean you have to settle for a midsize or full-size model that can make city traffic a struggle. The 2014 Acura ILX has all the luxurious features and ride comfort you want packed into a compact car footprint. Whether it’s flowing in and out of traffic, pulling into that tight spot in the packed parking garage, or parallel parking on the side of the road, the Acura ILX’s smaller footprint makes it all a breeze. Plus, it does so without sacrificing the luxury features you crave.
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What is new for the 2014 Acura ILX?
- The ILX is available in a new trim called the Base.
- The 2.0 and 2.4 trims have been discontinued for 2014.
- Parking Sensors, Remote Start, and Rear Spoiler features are now available as options on select trims.
5 reasons to buy the 2014 Acura ILX
1. Sporty engine option
While the 2014 ILX’s base engine and hybrid powertrain options aren’t tuned for performance, the available 2.4L four-cylinder engine can deliver the goods. Borrowed from the Honda Civic Si, this four-cylinder engine delivers 201 hp and 170 lb-ft of torque through a standard six-speed manual transmission. This offers more spirited acceleration and the joy of having full control of the vehicle through its manual gearbox.
2. Ride and handling combined
Just because the 2014 ILX is a luxury vehicle doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice performance for ride comfort. This compact sedan does a great job striking a balance between a soft and forgiving ride and delivering stable cornering on a windy road. On top of a great ride, the 2014 ILX’s construction and chassis help keep the cabin peaceful, even in rough driving conditions.
3. Thrifty hybrid variant
Do you prefer thrifty performance with your luxury? The 2014 Acura ILX also offers a hybrid version that combines a 1.5L four-cylinder engine with a hybrid electric system. This setup pushes 111 hp to the front wheels via a CVT. It’s far from the quickest compact luxury sedan, but its shining star is fuel economy, which checks in at an EPA-estimated 38 mpg city, 38 mpg highway, and 38 mpg combined.
4. Plenty of upscale features
The 2014 ILX is well-equipped from its base trim and includes features you’ll love, including Bluetooth® connectivity, a rearview camera, push-button start, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, dual-zone climate control, and more. If you want extra features, check out the Premium Package, which adds leather seating, an eight-way power driver's seat, a premium audio system, and more. Look out for the Technology Package too, which adds a premium audio system with a USB port, streaming audio, navigation with voice recognition, and real-time traffic and weather information.
5. Youthful styling
The 2014 Acura ILX may share a platform with the Honda Civic, but its body doesn’t show it. This compact luxury sedan will surely please you with its sharp body lines, low and wide proportions, long hood, and striking character lines. Inside, the ILX continues this youthful look and feel with a layered design with varying textures.
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Ratings & reliability
RepairPal gave the Acura ILX an overall reliability rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks Acura ILX 1st out of 25 among Luxury Compact Cars.
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Base 2WD 4D Sedan
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Bluetooth Technology
- CD Audio
- Cruise Control
- Front Seat Heaters
- Leather Seats
- Navigation System
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Seat(s)
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Sunroof(s)
- Traction Control
- Parking Sensors
- Power Seat(s)
- Rear Spoiler
- Remote Start
- Satellite Radio Ready
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
2.0L
Horsepower
150
Torque (ft-lbs)
140
Engine type
Gas
Fuel capacity
13.2
Wheelbase
105.1"
Overall length
179.1"
Width
70.6"
Height
55.6"
Leg room
F 42.3"/R 34"
Head room
F 38"/R 35.9"
Front tires
P215/45VR17
Rear tires
P215/45VR17
Seating capacity
5
Transmission
Automatic
2014 Acura ILX FAQ
The 2014 Acura ILX Base offers 24 MPG City and 35 MPG Highway. It is important to remember factors such as driving style, weather conditions, and the use of features such as Eco mode can impact fuel efficiency.
The Acura ILX received a rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars from RepairPal, which RepairPal describes as Excellent. This rating ranks the Acura ILX as 0 out of 25 among Luxury Compact Car
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Here is what's new for the 2014 Acura ILX:
- Base
- Navigation System
- Remote Start
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
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