Used 2021 Acura ILX for sale 

The 2021 Acura ILX is offered in 4 different specifications: Standard, Premium Package, A-SPEC Package w/Premium Package, and A-SPEC Package w/Technology. The Standard trim is offered with a price tag of $26,100 which goes all the way up to $32,000 for the top-of-the-line specs. The same 2.4L Naturally Aspirated Inline 4 cylinder is offered across the complete line-up. 

As standard, the 2021 Acura ILX gets some of the top safety and luxury features like a Keyless Access System with Acura Personalized Settings, Smart Entry, Pushbutton ignition, Leather-Wrapped steering wheel, Siri Eyes Free, and many more. However, the base trim still lacks the Apple CarPlay and Android Auto Connectivity, which are then offered as standard in the 'Premium' and above trims. 

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Even the ‘Base trim’ of the 2021 Acura ILX is very well equipped and comes with a very affordable price tag. However, we would surely recommend the Technology Package. It's generously priced and offers many top-notch features in return. With the Technology Package, you also get 10-speaker Surround Audio and Acura's Connected Services.

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 The ILX's powertrain seems to be aged, but the slick dual-clutch shifter comes to the rescue. The 2021 Acura ILX is equipped with a Naturally Aspirated 2.4 Liter Four Cylinder engine which packs a total of 201 Horsepower and 180 lb-ft of torque. The only available engine is mated to an 8-speed dual-clutch automatic shifter which is made with the help of Acura's racing division.

The dual-clutch transmission on the Acura ILX is a game-changer. It shifts almost buttery smooth and offers a healthy acceleration. The slick DCT helps the 2021 Acura ILX to cross the 60 MPH mark in a mere 6.4 seconds. Also, the 14.9 seconds quarter-mile timing of the ILX is way swifter than the rivals. It further attains a top speed of 130 mph with the help of the slick 8-speed shifter.

With the 201 horsepower output, the 2021 Acura ILX seems to outperform most of its worthy rivals. The naturally aspirated 4-cylinder engine packs enough torque to get your wheels rolling in no time. With the smallest block at its disposal, the 2021 Kia K5 gets the least power at its disposal. The 2021 Sonata on the other hand gets the biggest block as standard, however, it shares the same 0-60 mph timing with the K5.

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The Acura ILX offers a decent fuel economy but it ain't gonna save you that much bucks on the fuel station. The Acura doesn't seem to be as stinting as some of its rivals in terms of fuel. The 2021 Acura ILX does 24 mpg in the city, 34 mpg on the highway giving a combined 28 mpg. Also, the ILX sports a very tiny fuel tank as compared to the rivals. This gives it only a 369 miles combined range whereas rivals reach above 400 miles.

In comparison, the Kia K5 & its sibling Hyundai Sonata offers the best in class mileage with 32 mpg in combined traffic conditions. Although the 2021 ILX offers a decent fuel-economy, it still lacks behind its rivals in the segment. The Kia K5 stays at the top of the charts in terms of mpg figures.

The 2021 Acura ILX interiors are practical and fairly well equipped. Though the controls are well placed and easy to reach, the dashboard feels cluttered and the material quality doesn't impress much. With an extra $2,000, the Premium & A-Spec Packages do more justice to the interiors. The 2021 ILX dash gets a big 8.0-inch touchscreen but the overall cabin remains unimpressive.

The front seats are draped in synthetic leather and give the cabin quite a premium look but it's still not downright luxurious. A standard eight-way power-adjustable driver seat is a plus point. Also, the Premium Package gets you leather upholstery and power-adjustable passenger seats. The overall interior seems nice but we can't directly deem it luxurious.

The trunk space of the 2021 Acura ILX measures just 12.4 cu.ft. and is well below what most average rivals have on offer. The good news is that the Premium Package costs just $1,850 more than the base, and adds standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. It also adds satellite radio and a 7-speaker sound system with a subwoofer.

In terms of exterior features, the 2021 Acura ILX gets the signature Jewel Eye LED Headlight design along with heated side mirrors as standard. However, as you move up the ladder, for a price of $30,100, the A-Spec package also offers dark chrome accents along with a piano black rear spoiler. The A-Spec package also adds side underbody spoilers as standard.

The 2021 Acura lLX also incarnates a newer and bigger grille which doesn't add much to the stylistic aspect of the car. The ILX does have those standard LED Headlights upfront which adds a little panache to the front fascia. As a whole, the 2021 ILX's exterior seems just a slapdash work from Acura and it can't really hold your gaze for too long.

The 2021 Acura ILX gets the most compact design in the segment and that explains the slightly cramped interior. Though the shorter wheelbase helps in cornering narrow turns better and the low altitude helps in adding stability to the ride. The Ford Fusion is the longest of all rivals and also has the highest ground clearance of 7.8 inches.

Acura might receive some controversial views for its interior but it gets some real good compliments from National Agencies for its safety. The 2021 Acura ILX brings the same active safety features such as automatic emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, emergency braking assist, and active lane control. It performs well in crash tests of both testing agencies.

The NHTSA seems to be a little generous and awarded the 2020 ILX an overall 5-star rating. Yet, the ILX scores only four stars in frontal crash and rollover tests. The ILX also performed quite well in IIHS tests but wasn't considered for the Top Safety Pick because of the poor headlight rating. Nevertheless, it got a "Superior" rating for its automatic emergency braking system.

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2021 Acura ILX Vs 2021 Kia K5

The Kia K5 is a seasoned mid-size sedan and it knows how to get the attention of drivers. It offers a perfect blend of performance and luxury which seems very compelling. The K5 provides decent performance and breathtaking acceleration. Also, the fuel economy is quite good and it gives a long 500 mile combined range with the bigger fuel tank. So, K5 might be the optimal choice for you if you want to have the most bang for your buck. But if you still want an Acura inside your garage, you might step up to the bigger TLX.

2021 Acura ILX Vs 2021 Mazda 3

The Mazda 3 puts out less power than the ILX but feels considerably strong while driving. Nevertheless, it's the Acura ILX which hits the 60-mph mark first. Considering the interior, the Mazda has a well-laid interior with which the ILX can't compete. Also, the Mazda has the best-in-class fuel economy amongst the competition. So, if you want a more practical yet feature-rich sedan which has kept up with time, go with the Mazda.

The Acura being the luxury division of the Honda has some niceties in it, but it isn't downright luxurious. That said, the interior feels dated while the exterior also isn't refined for the 2021 model too. Yet, some might fall for Acura's swift acceleration and the slick DCT but we don't find anything else much impressive. Still, the Acura deserves a glance as it's the least maintenance luxury sedan available at a great price tag.