Acura RLX is a five-seat midsize vehicle in the Luxury Sedan category. For the 2015 model year, there are five trim-lines to choose from, all with the same 3.5L V-6 engine that produces 310 horsepower. Acura RLX has received a 5-stars crash rating from NHTSA.
2015 RLX has a relatively short wheelbase ( 112.2 in) and a wider body structure compared to vehicles of similar length and class. It is relatively lighter with curb weight of 3933 - 3997 lbs.
2015 RLX seats five adults. It has class-leading first-row passenger room on only two measurements - shoulders and hips. When it comes to second-row passenger room, RLX ia a class-leader on only one measurement - shoulders - and has a larger than average room for second-row passengers on legs and hips. Trunk volume is smaller than average with 14.7 - 14.9 cu. ft.
Trim | 2015 RLX Base | 2015 RLX Navigation | 2015 RLX Technology Package | 2015 RLX Krell Audio Package | 2015 RLX Advance Package |
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Starging MSRP | $48,450 | $50,950 | $54,450 | $56,950 | $60,450 |
Engine | 3.5L V-6 | 3.5L V-6 | 3.5L V-6 | 3.5L V-6 | 3.5L V-6 |
HP | 310 hp | 310 hp | 310 hp | 310 hp | 310 hp |
Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
City | 20 MPG | 20 MPG | 20 MPG | 20 MPG | 20 MPG |
Highway | 31 MPG | 31 MPG | 31 MPG | 31 MPG | 31 MPG |
Combined | 24 MPG | 24 MPG | 24 MPG | 24 MPG | 24 MPG |
Annual Fuel Cost |
2015 RLX Sedan comes in five trim levels, with an average price that is $215 more compared to its rivals. With a lighter body, and on average less powerful engine, RLX has higher-than-average combined fuel economy of 24 mpg.
2015 RLX Sedan has a 5-star NHTSA overall crash safety rating, which is higher than the average among other competing models. Furthermore, it has higher than average ratings for all three crash tests: Front, Side, and Side Plole. Customers have filed nine complaints, which is less than the average for its rivals. There are also two recalls issued by Acura.