2017 Acura RLX Sport Hybrid Technology
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- Photo: 2017 Acura RLX in Bellanova White Pearl, front left by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Acura RLX P4220663 by Alexander Migl, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: Acura RLX P4220664 by Alexander Migl, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2019 Acura RLX SH-AWD, rear 2.21.20 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2018 Acura RLX P-AWS, rear 2.29.20 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2017 Acura RLX Sport Hybrid Technology is a 377-hp 3.5-liter V6 sedan with a 7-speed dct and all-wheel drive. It starts at $59,950 MSRP and is rated at 29 mpg combined.
It makes 377 horsepower at 6,500 rpm and 341 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 29 mpg city and 30 mpg highway (29 mpg combined).
The RLX measures 196.1 inches long on a 112.2-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 4,312 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Hybrid |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $59,950 |
| MSRP with Destination | $60,915 |
| Destination Charge | $965 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | Gas V6, Earth Dreams J35Y4 |
| Displacement | 3.5 L |
| Horsepower | 377 hp @ 6,500 rpm |
| Torque | 341 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm (combined system) rpm |
| Injection Type | Gasoline Direct Injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD) |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 7-Speed DCT (Motor-Integrated, Sport Hybrid SH-AWD) |
| 1st Gear | 4.4 |
| 2nd Gear | 2.75 |
| 3rd Gear | 2.03 |
| 4th Gear | 1.55 |
| 5th Gear | 1.14 |
| 6th Gear | 0.84 |
| 7th Gear | 0.62 |
| Reverse | 3.66 |
| Final Drive | 3.58 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 29 MPG |
| Highway | 30 MPG |
| Combined | 29 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium Unleaded |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 13.0 in |
| Rear Brake Disc | 12.2 in |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 19 x 8 in |
| Wheels Rear | 19 x 8 in |
| Tires Front | P245/40R19 |
| Tires Rear | P245/40R19 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 196.1 in |
| Width | 74.4 in |
| Height | 57.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 4,312 lbs |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal crash | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ (9.7 % risk) |
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
| Suspension | 2 |
| Engine | 1 |
| Service Brakes | 1 |
| Steering | 1 |
| Wheels | 1 |
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.