Acura RLX is a five-seat midsize vehicle in the Luxury Sedan category. For the 2016 model year, there are three trim-lines to choose from, all with the same 3.5L V-6 engine that produces 310 horsepower. EPA-estimated annual premium gasoline expense is $3,050, which over the course of five years will cost you $4,750 in extra fuel spending. Acura RLX has received a 5-stars crash rating from NHTSA.
2016 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 3955 - 4003 lbs.
2016 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 the larger than average among its peers with 14.7 - 14.9 cu. ft.
Trim | 2016 RLX Navigation | 2016 RLX Technology Package | 2016 RLX Advance Package |
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Starging MSRP | $50,950 | $54,450 | $60,450 |
Engine | 3.5L V-6 | 3.5L V-6 | 3.5L V-6 |
HP | 310 hp | 310 hp | 310 hp |
Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
City | 20 MPG | 20 MPG | 20 MPG |
Highway | 30 MPG | 30 MPG | 30 MPG |
Combined | 23 MPG | 23 MPG | 23 MPG |
Annual Fuel Cost | $3,050 | $3,050 | $3,050 |
2016 RLX Sedan comes in three trim levels, with an average price that is $39 more compared to its rivals. With a lighter body, and on average less powerful engine, RLX has higher-than-average combined fuel economy of 23 mpg.
2016 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 five complaints, which is less than the average for its rivals.