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Acura ILX

The Acura ILX is a compact luxury sedan sold by Acura from the 2013 through 2022 model years.

Updated August 1, 20261 min readCited sources

The Acura ILX was a compact luxury sedan sold by Acura from the 2013 to 2022 model years. It served as the brand's entry-level model, based on the Honda Civic platform.

What it is

The Acura ILX was Acura’s entry-level compact luxury sedan, sold in North America from the 2013 through 2022 model years. It shared its platform with the ninth-generation Honda Civic and was positioned as a premium alternative for buyers seeking a smaller luxury car.

Powertrain

Later ILX models used a 2.4-litre four-cylinder engine rated at 201 horsepower and 180 lb-ft of torque. An eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission sent power to the front wheels, prioritizing everyday drivability and fuel efficiency.

Model history and trims

The ILX launched for the 2013 model year and received a significant refresh in 2016. Production ended after 2022, with the Integra nameplate replacing it in Acura’s lineup. For the 2022 model year, trims included Base, Premium, A-Spec Premium, and A-Spec Technology.

In short

  • Entry-level Acura sedan sold from 2013–2022
  • Based on the ninth-generation Honda Civic platform
  • Later models used a 2.4L engine with 201 hp and 8-speed DCT
  • Replaced by the Acura Integra after 2022
Canadian angle

The Acura ILX was sold in Canada as part of Acura’s compact luxury lineup and is relevant to Canadian shoppers looking at used premium sedans, fuel economy, and Civic-based Acura models.

Quick questions

What is the Acura ILX?
The Acura ILX is a compact luxury sedan that served as Acura’s entry-level car from the 2013 to 2022 model years.
What platform is the Acura ILX based on?
It is based on the ninth-generation Honda Civic sedan platform.
What engine did the ILX use?
Later ILX models used a 2.4-litre four-cylinder engine rated at 201 horsepower and 180 lb-ft of torque.

Sources

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Acura_ILX
    Supports: Model years, vehicle class, Civic-based platform, and general overview.
  2. Acura — https://www.acura.com/news-and-press/press-release-detail?article=8945-en
    Supports: 2.4-litre engine specifications, horsepower, torque, and valvetrain details.
  3. MotorTrend — https://www.motortrend.com/cars/acura/ilx
    Supports: Entry-level positioning, 2022 trim lineup, and production context.
  4. Car and Driver — https://www.caranddriver.com/acura/ilx
    Supports: Front-wheel-drive layout, 201 hp engine, fuel economy, and dimensions for later models.
  5. Kelley Blue Book — https://www.kbb.com/acura/ilx/
    Supports: Standard driver-assist features and 2022 model specifications.