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2017 Acura RLX Advance

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2017 Acura RLX – front
Photo: 2017 Acura RLX in Bellanova White Pearl, front left by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photos show the RLX (KC2, 2014–2020); trim, color, and model year may differ.
All photo credits
  1. Photo: 2017 Acura RLX in Bellanova White Pearl, front left by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  2. Photo: Acura RLX P4220663 by Alexander Migl, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  3. Photo: Acura RLX P4220664 by Alexander Migl, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  4. Photo: 2019 Acura RLX SH-AWD, rear 2.21.20 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  5. Photo: 2018 Acura RLX P-AWS, rear 2.29.20 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

The 2017 Acura RLX Advance is a 310-hp 3.5-liter V6 sedan with a 6-speed automatic and front-wheel drive. It starts at $60,450 MSRP and is rated at 23 mpg combined.

It makes 310 horsepower at 6,500 rpm and 272 lb-ft of torque at 4500 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 20 mpg city and 30 mpg highway (23 mpg combined).

The RLX measures 196.1 inches long on a 112.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,003 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSedan
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$60,450
MSRP with Destination$61,415
Destination Charge$965
Engine
Engine TypeGas V6, Earth Dreams J35Y4
Displacement3.5 L
Horsepower310 hp @ 6,500 rpm
Torque272 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm
Injection TypeGasoline Direct Injection
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFront-Wheel Drive
Transmission
Transmission6-Speed Automatic
1st Gear3.38
2nd Gear2.11
3rd Gear1.49
4th Gear1.06
5th Gear0.76
6th Gear0.56
Reverse2.26
Final Drive4.25
Fuel Economy
City20 MPG
Highway30 MPG
Combined23 MPG
Recommended FuelPremium Unleaded
Brakes
Front Brake Disc12.3 in
Rear Brake Disc12.2 in
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front19 x 8 in
Wheels Rear19 x 8 in
Tires FrontP245/40R19
Tires RearP245/40R19
Dimensions & Weight
Length196.1 in
Width74.4 in
Height57.7 in
Wheelbase112.2 in
Curb Weight4,003 lbs

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Rivals to the 2017 Acura RLX Advance with similar size, power and price from around the same years.

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall ★★★★★
Frontal crash ★★★★★
Side crash ★★★★★
Rollover ★★★★★ (9.7 % risk)
Tested variant: 2017 Acura RLX 4 DR FWD

Recalls

No recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2017 Acura RLX.

3 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2017 Acura RLX

Owner Complaints

3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2017 Acura RLX (1 a fire). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Suspension2
Engine1
Service Brakes1
Steering1
Wheels1
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Jun 5, 2026 · Steering, Suspension
“The contact owns a 2017 Acura RLX. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle pulled to the right, with a creaking sound while turning the steering wheel to the left or the…”
Apr 3, 2026 · Engine Fire
“Catastrophic engine failure at speed, connecting rod failure, which is a known failure for this engine. Engine blew, lost all power, and hot oil hit the hot exhaust and the car caught on fire. A fire…”
Feb 5, 2018 · Suspension, Wheels, Service Brakes
“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2017 ACURA RLX. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE EXPERIENCED A SEVERE VIBRATION ON THE DRIVER'S SIDE WHEEL. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO FEEL THE FAILURE MORE WHILE DRIVING HIGHER…”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 2017 ACURA RLX. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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