2016
Acura RLX

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$60,450
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Available trims

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  • 4dr Sdn Navigation
    Starts at
    $50,950
    20 City / 31 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn Tech Pkg
    Starts at
    $54,450
    20 City / 31 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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  • 4dr Sdn Advance Pkg
    Starts at
    $60,450
    20 City / 31 Hwy
    MPG
    5
    Seat capacity
    Premium Unleaded V-6
    Engine
    Front Wheel Drive
    Drivetrain
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Notable features

AcuraWatch active safety system now available
Retuned suspension for a smoother ride
Spans mid- and full-size sedan class
Four-wheel steering standard
V-6 with front-wheel drive
All-wheel-drive hybrid version available

The good & the bad

The good

Distinctive headlights
Roomy interior
Interior quality
Front/rear parking sensors

The bad

Not as large as some flagship sedans
High floor in backseat
Backseat doesn't fold
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Safety review

Based on the 2016 Acura RLX 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
5/5
Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
5/5
Overall frontal barrier crash rating
5/5
Overall side crash rating
5/5
Rollover rating
5/5
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
9.7%
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
9.7%
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

80% of drivers recommend this car
4.2 / 5
Based on 10 reviews
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Comfort 4.3
Interior 4.2
Performance 4.6
Value 4.3
Exterior 4.3
Reliability 3.8

Most recent

By Scarlette RLX
Owns this car
July 12, 2024

Bought this car 2 years ago.

Bought this car 2 years ago. Very underrated car! Driven this car 3K miles round trip 3 times in 24-hour trips, seats were very comfortable, very quiet even with the stereo off, 29 mpg. It makes me smile every time I drive or look at it. This car is worth the look. I HAVE the Technology Pkg in pomegranate red/seacoast. A fun drive, especially in Sport mode. Voice-activatation sometimes "mishears', but the ACC, BSI, CMBS work impressively. A/C cools cabin in 3-5 mins in 115F in LAS summer! KEEP it maintained and you will have a very reliable car. Performance is impressive, tech is off the hook! Worth a test drive....
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 5.0
Interior 4.0
Performance 5.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0
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By Gerryp from Fort Myers
Owns this car
July 9, 2020

Awesome car to drive!!!!!

This vehicle is loaded with features, a joy to drive, it has an awesome audio system and it is not afraid to get up and go!!
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
Comfort 5.0
Interior 5.0
Performance 5.0
Value 5.0
Exterior 5.0
Reliability 5.0
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FAQ

What trim levels are available for the 2016 Acura RLX?

The 2016 Acura RLX is available in 3 trim levels:

  • Advance Pkg (1 style)
  • Navigation (1 style)
  • Tech Pkg (1 style)

What is the MPG of the 2016 Acura RLX?

The 2016 Acura RLX offers up to 20 MPG in city driving and 31 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 2016 Acura RLX?

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Is the 2016 Acura RLX reliable?

The 2016 Acura RLX has an average reliability rating of 3.8 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2016 Acura RLX owners.

Is the 2016 Acura RLX a good Sedan?

Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2016 Acura RLX. 80.0% of drivers recommend this vehicle.

4.2 / 5
Based on 10 reviews
  • Comfort: 4.3
  • Interior: 4.2
  • Performance: 4.6
  • Value: 4.3
  • Exterior: 4.3
  • Reliability: 3.8

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