2018 ACURA TLX
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Specifications

- F&R HEAD CURTAIN AIR BAGS
- SIRIUSXM SATELLITE
- POWER STEERING
- LANE KEEPING SYSTEM
- AIR CONDITIONING
- ALARM SYSTEM
- BLUETOOTH WIRELESS
- KEYLESS ENTRY
- KNEE AIR BAGS
- PREMIUM WHEELS
- PARKING SENSORS
- ABS (4-WHEEL)
- AM/FM STEREO
- DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS
- PREMIUM SOUND
- HEATED SEATS
- NAVIGATION SYSTEM
- ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL
- LED HEADLAMPS
- CD/MP3 (SINGLE DISC)
- MULTI-VIEW CAMERA
- HILL START ASSIST
- DUAL AIR BAGS
- MOON ROOF
- TILT & TELESCOPING WHEEL
- DUAL POWER SEATS
- POWER DOOR LOCKS
- TRACTION CONTROL
- PUSH BUTTON START
- SIDE AIR BAGS
- POWER REAR SUNSHADE
- DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS
- AM/FM
- NAVIGATION SYSTEM
- POWER LIFT GATE
- POWER SEAT
- POWER STEERING
- POWER MIRRORS
- TOUCH SCREEN
- POWER PASSENGER SEAT
- BLUETOOTH
- POWER WINDOWS
- CD CHANGER
- POWER DRIVER'S SEAT
- POWER LOCKS
- USB PORT
- FLOOR MATS
- PARKING SENSORS
- VIDEO SYSTEM
- DIGITAL CLOCK
- POWER ADJUSTABLE PEDALS
- DUAL AIR BAGS
- KEYLESS ENTRY
- VOICE CONTROL
- CLOCK
- REVERSE CAMERA
- COMPASS AND TEMPERATURE DISPLAY
- CUP HOLDERS
- TRIP ODOMETER
- PREMIUM SOUND
- ABS BRAKES
- POWER BRAKES
- POWER SLIDING DOOR
- VOICE ACTIVATED
- ANTI-THEFT
- CENTER CONSOLE
- ALARM SYSTEM
- ROLL STABILITY CONTROL
- REAR-SIDE AIRBAGS
Here’s a detailed overview of the 2018 Acura TLX 3.5 Sedan 4D (3.5L V6):
🏎️ Performance & Powertrain
Engine: 3.5 L i-VTEC V6 delivering 290 hp at 6,200 RPM and 267 lb‑ft torque at 4,500 RPM motortrend.com+14kbb.com+14kbb.com+14
Transmission: Nine-speed automatic
Drivetrain: Front-wheel-drive standard; available SH‑AWD (Super Handling All-Wheel Drive) with torque-vectoring boston.com+3caranddriver.com+3driventoday.com+3
🚗 Chassis & Handling
Features independent front/rear suspension and rear-wheel steering (P-AWS) on FWD models; SH‑AWD models get torque vectoring
A‑Spec trim includes sport-tuned suspension, stiffer springs, retuned steering, 19″ wheels and performance tires—sharpening driving dynamics without losing comfort kbb.com+14motorweek.org+14automoblog.com+14
⛽ Fuel Economy
EPA ratings: ~20 mpg city / 32 mpg highway / ~24 mpg combined for V6 motorweek.org+6kbb.com+6boston.com+6
🛋️ Interior, Comfort & Tech
Seats 5 comfortably; 14.3 cu ft trunk kbb.com+3carfax.com+3edmunds.com+3
Standard features: dual-zone climate, 10‑speaker audio, Apple CarPlay & Android Auto, adaptive cruise control, lane‑keep assist, forward collision mitigation edmunds.com+13carfax.com+13boston.com+13
Optional packages include Technology (nav, HD radio), Advance (heated/ventilated seats, surround‑view camera, heated steering wheel), and A-Spec (sport seats, red gauge accents, wireless charger) caranddriver.com+6driventoday.com+6motorweek.org+6
📏 Dimensions & Capacity
Wheelbase: 109.3″ • Length: ~190.7–191.7″ • Curb weight: ~3,600–3,800 lbs edmunds.com+1edmunds.com+1
✅ Safety
Earned 5-star NHTSA rating, IIHS good except small-overlap front test boston.com
Standard safety: blind-spot alerts, rear cross-traffic, lane-departure warning, auto emergency braking
🎯 Driving Experience
Smooth, refined ride; V6 accelerates briskly—0–60 in about 5.7 seconds
Car and Driver praised handling balance: composed yet comfortable motortrend.com+8caranddriver.com+8caranddriver.com+8
Some reviewers noted lack of low-end torque, but most feel the V6 delivers solid performance edmunds.com+15reddit.com+15edmunds.com+15
🔧 Reliability & Maintenance
Generally reliable with routine service importance
Key maintenance at ~60–90k miles: timing belt and transmission fluid service (every ~60k) reddit.com
A few rare cases of engine or transmission issues, but many owners report trouble-free use
Summary
The 2018 Acura TLX 3.5 is a well-rounded luxury sedan offering a comfortable ride, safety tech, and smooth V6 acceleration. Opting for the SH-AWD and/or A‑Spec trims adds sportiness and handling improvements. Good reliability with proper maintenance, and strong resale value due to depreciated cost.
Non-smoker owner, Vehicle Runs Well, Smooth ride, No pets, Must test drive, Done all Scheduled Maintenance, Regularly maintained, Drives great, Primarily highway miles, Title in possession, Family friendly