Acura ILX
2019–2022 model years · Generation introduced 2016
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- Available years
- 2019–2022
- Yearly records
- 4
- Reported market values
- $15,800–$20,763
The overview
Facing modest sales and negative reviews, Acura made extensive changes to their entry-level luxury compact for 2016. Engine choices shrank to one, a 2.4-liter four-cylinder mated to a standard dual-clutch transmission, which is clunky and reluctant to downshift. As in other Acuras, the dual-screen infotainment system proved unintuitive to use. More luxury features were added, and the optional AcuraWatch system included forward collision warning and automatic emergency braking. Handling is sound, but the ride is stiff and choppy, road noise is pronounced, and the driver's seat lacks lower back support, all of which undermine the ILX's pretense of affordable luxury. While the ILX is based on the previous-generation Honda Civic, the redesigned-for-2016 Civic proves to be a more fulfilling and enjoyable car than the Acura.
Generation summary from Consumer Reports. Year-specific figures appear below; missing values mean unavailable, not zero.
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| Model year | Market value | Reliability | Owner rating | EPA combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 ↗ Premium sedan Front 2.4-liter 4 (201 hp) (Premium Gasoline) Sequential 8-speed | $20,763 | Not rated | Not rated | 29 MPG |
| 2021 ↗ Premium sedan Front 2.4-liter 4 (201 hp) (Premium Gasoline) Sequential 8-speed | $19,463 | Not rated | Not rated | 29 MPG |
| 2020 ↗ Premium sedan Front 2.4-liter 4 (201 hp) (Premium Gasoline) Sequential 8-speed | $16,750 | Not rated | Not rated | 29 MPG |
| 2019 ↗ Premium sedan Front 2.4-liter 4 (201 hp) (Premium Gasoline) Sequential 8-speed | $15,800 | Not rated | Not rated | 29 MPG |
Values depend on trim and condition. Ratings are source-reported; road-test results may describe a tested configuration.
Year by year
2022 model
Premium sedan Front 2.4-liter 4 (201 hp) (Premium Gasoline) Sequential 8-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2022 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- sedan
- Drive type
- FWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Luxury small cars
- Generation began
- 2016
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $20,763
- Retail value range
- $19,225 - $21,875
- Original MSRP range
- $27,300 - $33,200
- Trade-in range
- $16,320 - $18,960
Ratings
- Road test score
- 61/100
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 25 MPG
- EPA highway
- 35 MPG
- EPA combined
- 29 MPG
- Tested city
- 18 MPG
- Tested highway
- 42 MPG
- Tested overall
- 28 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,125
- Cruising range
- 375 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 3.1 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 7.5 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 132 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 54.5 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 182 in
- Width
- 71 in
- Height
- 56 in
- Wheelbase
- 105 in
- Weight
- 3,095 lb
- Maximum load
- 850 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 2.5 in
- Front leg room
- 41 in
- Rear head room
- 1.5 in
- Rear leg room
- 27.5 in
- Luggage
- 2+2+0
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 3/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 6/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 23225 First published: November 18, 2021 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2021 model
Premium sedan Front 2.4-liter 4 (201 hp) (Premium Gasoline) Sequential 8-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2021 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- sedan
- Drive type
- FWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Luxury small cars
- Generation began
- 2016
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $19,463
- Retail value range
- $17,900 - $20,800
- Original MSRP range
- $26,100 - $32,000
- Trade-in range
- $14,890 - $17,830
Ratings
- Road test score
- 61/100
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 25 MPG
- EPA highway
- 35 MPG
- EPA combined
- 29 MPG
- Tested city
- 18 MPG
- Tested highway
- 42 MPG
- Tested overall
- 28 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,125
- Cruising range
- 375 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 3.1 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 7.5 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 132 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 54.5 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 182 in
- Width
- 71 in
- Height
- 56 in
- Wheelbase
- 105 in
- Weight
- 3,095 lb
- Maximum load
- 850 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 2.5 in
- Front leg room
- 41 in
- Rear head room
- 1.5 in
- Rear leg room
- 27.5 in
- Luggage
- 2+2+0
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 3/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 6/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 20183 First published: November 19, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2020 model
Premium sedan Front 2.4-liter 4 (201 hp) (Premium Gasoline) Sequential 8-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2020 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- sedan
- Drive type
- FWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Luxury small cars
- Generation began
- 2016
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $16,750
- Retail value range
- $15,825 - $18,550
- Original MSRP range
- $25,900 - $31,780
- Trade-in range
- $12,230 - $15,580
Ratings
- Road test score
- 61/100
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 25 MPG
- EPA highway
- 35 MPG
- EPA combined
- 29 MPG
- Tested city
- 18 MPG
- Tested highway
- 42 MPG
- Tested overall
- 28 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,125
- Cruising range
- 375 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 3.1 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 7.5 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 132 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 54.5 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 182 in
- Width
- 71 in
- Height
- 56 in
- Wheelbase
- 105 in
- Weight
- 3,095 lb
- Maximum load
- 850 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 2.5 in
- Front leg room
- 41 in
- Rear head room
- 1.5 in
- Rear leg room
- 27.5 in
- Luggage
- 2+2+0
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 3/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 6/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 14955 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
2019 model
Premium sedan Front 2.4-liter 4 (201 hp) (Premium Gasoline) Sequential 8-speed · Conventional · Used
Find 2019 listings ↗ Specifications
Overview
- Powertrain
- Conventional
- Body style
- sedan
- Drive type
- FWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Luxury small cars
- Generation began
- 2016
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $15,800
- Retail value range
- $14,275 - $17,325
- Original MSRP range
- $25,900 - $31,550
- Trade-in range
- $10,770 - $13,745
Ratings
- Road test score
- 61/100
Fuel economy
- EPA city
- 25 MPG
- EPA highway
- 35 MPG
- EPA combined
- 29 MPG
- Tested city
- 18 MPG
- Tested highway
- 42 MPG
- Tested overall
- 28 MPG
- Annual fuel cost
- $2,125
- Cruising range
- 375 miles
Road tests
- 0-30 mph
- 3.1 sec
- 0-60 mph
- 7.5 sec
- 60-0 mph braking
- 132 ft
- Avoidance speed
- 54.5 mph
- Test status
- Test Completed
Dimensions
- Length
- 182 in
- Width
- 71 in
- Height
- 56 in
- Wheelbase
- 105 in
- Weight
- 3,095 lb
- Maximum load
- 850 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
- Front head room
- 2.5 in
- Front leg room
- 41 in
- Rear head room
- 1.5 in
- Rear leg room
- 27.5 in
- Luggage
- 2+2+0
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 3/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 6/10
- SmartWay
- No
Vehicle ID: 13473 First published: July 22, 2020 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
Behind the data
Latest source update: September 11, 2026
Vehicle summaries, specifications, pricing and ratings come from Consumer Reports vehicle records. Auto Guide groups these records by model and reported generation start year.
Available years are listed explicitly. Gaps do not imply that a model was discontinued. Prices are source estimates, not live offers. No first-hand road test by Auto Guide is claimed.
