2018
Acura ILX

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$30,100
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Available trims

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  • Sedan
    Starts at
    $28,100
    25 City / 35 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • Special Edition Sedan
    Starts at
    $28,900
    25 City / 35 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • Sedan w/AcuraWatch Plus
    Starts at
    $29,400
    25 City / 35 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • Sedan w/Premium Pkg
    Starts at
    $30,100
    25 City / 35 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • Sedan w/Premium/A-SPEC Pkg
    Starts at
    $32,100
    25 City / 35 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • Sedan w/Technology Plus Pkg
    Starts at
    $33,100
    25 City / 35 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • Sedan w/Technology Plus/A-SPEC Pkg
    Starts at
    $35,100
    25 City / 35 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded I-4
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Notable features

New Special Edition
Compact luxury sedan
One engine and transmission
Sporty A-Spec model available

The good & the bad

The good

Handling
Engine power
Contemporary styling
Clean interior layout
Folding backseat

The bad

Tight headroom front and rear
Lots of road and engine noise
Transmission quick to upshift at low speeds
No all-wheel-drive option
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Safety review

Based on the 2018 Acura ILX base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
Overall rating
5/5
Combined side rating front seat
5/5
Combined side rating rear seat
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating driver
4/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
4/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
5/5
Overall side crash rating
5/5
Rollover rating
4/5
Side barrier rating
5/5
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
10.7%
Risk of rollover
Side barrier rating driver
5/5
Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
5/5
Side pole rating driver front seat
5/5
10.7%
Risk of rollover

Factory warranties

New car program benefits

Basic
4 years / 50,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years
Powertrain
6 years / 70,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
4 years / 50,000 miles

Certified Pre-Owned program benefits

Age / mileage
6 years old and newer from their original in-service date, with 80,000 miles or fewer at time of vehicle delivery.
Basic
2 years / 100,000 miles
Dealer certification
182-point inspection
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Consumer reviews

95% of drivers recommend this car
4.6 / 5
Based on 20 reviews
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Comfort 4.6
Interior 4.4
Performance 4.5
Value 4.6
Exterior 4.6
Reliability 4.6

Most recent

By Corliss White from Newark NJ
Owns this car
July 3, 2022

Expecting More

I thought it would have a smoother ride,the seat belt sensor constantly goes off, just expecting more luxurious ride it’s good on gas on Newark streets they tear the body up
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 3.0
Interior 4.0
Performance 4.0
Value 3.0
Exterior 3.0
Reliability 4.0
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By Disappointed customer from Worcester Massachusetts
Used to own this car
April 28, 2021

Worst car I ever bought

Is noisy, uncomfortable; not good for long rides because you will end up in the ER with a very bad headache; you need noise blockers.
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
Comfort 1.0
Interior 1.0
Performance 1.0
Value 1.0
Exterior 1.0
Reliability 1.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2018 Acura ILX?

The 2018 Acura ILX is available in 7 trim levels:

  • (1 style)
  • Special Edition (1 style)
  • w/AcuraWatch Plus (1 style)
  • w/Premium Pkg (1 style)
  • w/Premium/A-SPEC Pkg (1 style)
  • w/Technology Plus Pkg (1 style)
  • w/Technology Plus/A-SPEC Pkg (1 style)

What is the MPG of the 2018 Acura ILX?

The 2018 Acura ILX offers up to 25 MPG in city driving and 35 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.

What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 2018 Acura ILX?

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Is the 2018 Acura ILX reliable?

The 2018 Acura ILX has an average reliability rating of 4.6 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2018 Acura ILX owners.

Is the 2018 Acura ILX a good Sedan?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2018 Acura ILX. 95.0% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.6 / 5
Based on 20 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.6
  • Interior: 4.4
  • Performance: 4.5
  • Value: 4.6
  • Exterior: 4.6
  • Reliability: 4.6

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