2021 Acura ILX Premium
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 2021 Acura ILX Premium is a 201-hp 2.4-liter sedan with an 8-speed dual-clutch transmission and front-wheel drive. It starts at $28,100 MSRP and is rated at 28 mpg combined.
It makes 201 horsepower at 6,800 rpm and 180 lb-ft of torque at 3600 rpm. EPA fuel-economy estimates are 24 mpg city and 34 mpg highway (28 mpg combined).
The ILX measures 182.2 inches long on a 105.1-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 3,122 lb.
| Spec | Value |
|---|---|
| Vehicle | |
| Body Type | Sedan |
| Powertrain | Gas |
| Price | |
| MSRP | $28,100 |
| MSRP with Destination | $29,125 |
| Destination Charge | $1,025 |
| Engine | |
| Engine Type | Aluminum-Alloy 4-Cylinder |
| Displacement | 2.4 L |
| Horsepower | 201 hp @ 6,800 rpm |
| Torque | 180 lb-ft @ 3600 rpm |
| Valvetrain | 16-Valve, DOHC i-VTEC |
| Compression Ratio | 11.6:1 |
| Injection Type | Direct Injection |
| Drivetrain | |
| Drive Type | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Transmission | |
| Transmission | 8-Speed Dual-Clutch Transmission (DCT) with Torque Converter |
| 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 | 24 MPG |
| Highway | 34 MPG |
| Combined | 28 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 | P215/45R17 |
| Tires Rear | P215/45R17 |
| Dimensions & Weight | |
| Length | 182.2 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 | 12.4 ft³ |
| Curb Weight | 3,122 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 | 53.6 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
No recalls on file with NHTSA for the 2021 Acura ILX.
11 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 2021 Acura ILX
Owner Complaints
11 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2021 Acura ILX (3 mention a crash, 1 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov
| Exterior Lighting | 3 |
| Lane Departure | 3 |
| Unknown Or Other | 3 |
| Air Bags | 2 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
| Forward Collision Avoidance | 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 2021 ACURA ILX. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.