2018 Acura ILX Technology Plus
All photo credits
- Photo: 2017 Acura ILX 2.4L front 5.11.19 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2017 Acura ILX in Bellanova White Pearl, front left by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2017 Acura ILX in Bellanova White Pearl by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2016 Acura ILX A-Spec side (20851405129) by Zytonits, CC BY-SA 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons
- Photo: 2019 Acura ILX 2.4L, rear 7.6.19 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons
The 2018 Acura ILX Technology Plus is a 201-hp 2.4-liter sedan with an 8-speed dct and front-wheel drive. It starts at $33,100 MSRP and is rated at 29 mpg combined.
It makes 201 horsepower at 6,800 rpm and 180 lb-ft of torque. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 25 mpg city and 35 mpg highway (29 mpg combined).
The ILX measures 181.9 inches long on a 105.1-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,115 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $33,100 |
| MSRP with Destination | $34,050 |
| Destination Charge | $950 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | Direct Injection 4-Cylinder (DOHC i-VTEC) |
| Displacement | 2.4 L |
| Horsepower | 201 hp @ 6,800 rpm |
| Torque | 180 lb-ft @ 3600 rpm (SAE net) rpm |
| Valvetrain | 16-Valve, DOHC i-VTEC |
| Compression Ratio | 11.6:1 |
| Injection Type | Direct Injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | FWD |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 8-Speed DCT (Dual-Clutch Transmission) with Torque Converter, Sequential SportShift paddle shifters |
| 1st Gear | 3.08 |
| 2nd Gear | 2.18 |
| 3rd Gear | 1.61 |
| 4th Gear | 1.22 |
| 5th Gear | 0.96 |
| 6th Gear | 0.74 |
| 7th Gear | 0.62 |
| 8th Gear | 0.48 |
| Reverse | 2.22 |
| Final Drive | 3.94 |
| Fuel Economy | |
| City | 25 MPG |
| Highway | 35 MPG |
| Combined | 29 MPG |
| Recommended Fuel | Premium Unleaded 91 Octane |
| Tank Capacity | 13.2 gal |
| Suspension | |
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-Link |
| Front Stabilizer Bar | 20.0 mm |
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | 15.0 mm |
| Turning Diameter | 36.8 ft |
| Brakes | |
| Front Brake Disc | 12.3 in, ventilated |
| Rear Brake Disc | 11.1 in, solid |
| Tires & Wheels | |
| Wheels Front | 17 x 7.0 in |
| Wheels Rear | 17 x 7.0 in |
| Tires Front | P215/45 R17 |
| Tires Rear | P215/45 R17 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 181.9 in |
| Width | 70.6 in |
| Height | 55.6 in |
| Wheelbase | 105.1 in |
| Front Track | 59.4 in |
| Rear Track | 60.2 in |
| Ground Clearance | 5.3 in |
| Cargo Volume | 12.3 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,115 lbs |
| Weight Distribution (F/R) | 63% / 37% |
| Interior | |
| Headroom Front | 38 in |
| Headroom Rear | 35.9 in |
| Legroom Front | 42.3 in |
| Legroom Rear | 34 in |
| Shoulder Room Front | 55.6 in |
| Shoulder Room Rear | 53.5 in |
| Hip Room Front | 50.3 in |
| Hip Room Rear | 51.7 in |
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Safety & Recalls
NCAP safety ratings
| Overall | ★★★★★ |
| Frontal crash | ★★★★★ |
| Side crash | ★★★★★ |
| Rollover | ★★★★★ (10.7 % risk) |
Recalls
4 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2018 Acura ILX. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Dec 11, 2025 · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2016-2020 Acura ILX vehicles. Contaminated brake fluid may cause a seal inside the brake master cylinder to deform, which can cause an internal brake fluid leak and reduce brake function.
Consequence: Reduced brake function can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed May 4, 2026. Owners may contact Honda's customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's number for this recall is RN5. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning December 17, 2025. The information in your report suggests that Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) may have been aware of this issue more than five business days before filing a report with NHTSA. Please be reminded that under Federal law, this agency is to be notified of all safety defect and/or noncompliance decisions within five business days. 49 CFR 573.6 Significant civil penalties can be assessed for this violation.
NHTSA campaign 25V859000
Dec 18, 2023 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2013-2023 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2022 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, Fit, and 2015-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Consequence: Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.
NHTSA campaign 23V858000
Jun 6, 2019 · POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Acura (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Acura ILX vehicles. Excessive grease may prevent the set-ring on the half shaft from fully engaging, allowing the driveshaft to separate from the half shaft.
Consequence: A separated driveshaft can cause the vehicle to have a loss of drive or allow the vehicle to move even while in Park, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Acura will notify owners, and dealers will inspect, and, as necessary, replace the driveshaft and half shaft, free of charge. The recall began August 1, 2019. Owners may contact Acura customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Acura's number for this recall is G54.
NHTSA campaign 19V424000
Jan 24, 2019 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
Acura (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2014-2019 Acura ILX vehicles. The vehicles may have a deformed fuel tank, raising the height of the fuel pump and allowing the fuel level float to stick, possibly causing the fuel gauge to display an inaccurate fuel level.
Consequence: If the fuel gauge displays that the vehicle has more gas than it actually does, the vehicle may run out of gas and stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Acura will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the fuel tank, free of charge. The recall began March 14, 2019. Owners may contact Acura customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Acura's number for this recall is H3U, Z3T.
NHTSA campaign 19V052000
23 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2018 Acura ILX
Owner Complaints
23 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2018 Acura ILX (2 mention a crash). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 12 |
| Fuel System | 7 |
| Gasoline | 7 |
| Electrical System | 2 |
| Engine | 2 |
| Hydraulic | 2 |
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 2018 ACURA ILX. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.