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2018 Acura ILX Technology Plus

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 TypeSedan
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$33,100
MSRP with Destination$34,050
Destination Charge$950
Engine
Engine TypeDirect Injection 4-Cylinder (DOHC i-VTEC)
Displacement2.4 L
Horsepower201 hp @ 6,800 rpm
Torque180 lb-ft @ 3600 rpm (SAE net) rpm
Valvetrain16-Valve, DOHC i-VTEC
Compression Ratio11.6:1
Injection TypeDirect Injection
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFWD
Transmission
Transmission8-Speed DCT (Dual-Clutch Transmission) with Torque Converter, Sequential SportShift paddle shifters
1st Gear3.08
2nd Gear2.18
3rd Gear1.61
4th Gear1.22
5th Gear0.96
6th Gear0.74
7th Gear0.62
8th Gear0.48
Reverse2.22
Final Drive3.94
Fuel Economy
City25 MPG
Highway35 MPG
Combined29 MPG
Recommended FuelPremium Unleaded 91 Octane
Tank Capacity13.2 gal
Suspension
Front SuspensionMacPherson Strut
Rear SuspensionMulti-Link
Front Stabilizer Bar20.0 mm
Rear Stabilizer Bar15.0 mm
Turning Diameter36.8 ft
Brakes
Front Brake Disc12.3 in, ventilated
Rear Brake Disc11.1 in, solid
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front17 x 7.0 in
Wheels Rear17 x 7.0 in
Tires FrontP215/45 R17
Tires RearP215/45 R17
Dimensions & Weight
Length181.9 in
Width70.6 in
Height55.6 in
Wheelbase105.1 in
Front Track59.4 in
Rear Track60.2 in
Ground Clearance5.3 in
Cargo Volume12.3 ft³
Curb Weight3,115 lbs
Weight Distribution (F/R)63% / 37%
Interior
Headroom Front38 in
Headroom Rear35.9 in
Legroom Front42.3 in
Legroom Rear34 in
Shoulder Room Front55.6 in
Shoulder Room Rear53.5 in
Hip Room Front50.3 in
Hip Room Rear51.7 in

Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall ★★★★★
Frontal crash ★★★★★
Side crash ★★★★★
Rollover ★★★★★ (10.7 % risk)
Tested variant: 2018 Acura ILX 4 DR FWD

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

Most-cited areas
Fuel/Propulsion System12
Fuel System7
Gasoline7
Electrical System2
Engine2
Hydraulic2
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Jun 2, 2026 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic Crash
“The contact owns a 2018 Acura ILX. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V859000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available…”
Feb 20, 2026 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic
“The contact owns a 2018 Acura ILX. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V859000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available…”
Feb 5, 2026 · Engine
“Car stopped working, engine replaced than broke down again told it was better but than it was exhaust. Every light was on in the car”
Jan 20, 2026 · Fuel/Propulsion System
“The vehicle began experiencing a steering and suspension malfunction that made the car difficult to control, particularly at low speeds and when turning. There was increased vibration, unusual noise…”
May 9, 2025 · Fuel System, Gasoline
“The contact owns a 2018 Acura ILX. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V858000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The…”

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.

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