The refreshed #2016_Acura_ILX has a better powertrain and a nicer cabin than previous models, but critics say it still falls behind rivals for performance and interior quality.
A new-for-2016 four-cylinder engine powers the Acura ILX. Test drivers say that while it delivers decent acceleration from a stop, it struggles to accelerate to highway speeds. An eight-speed automated manual transmission is also new for 2016, and reviewers think it shifts precisely. The 2016 ILX earns an EPA-estimated 25/36 mpg city/highway, which is very good for an upscale small car. Test drivers note that the ILX has composed handling, with strong grip in turns. Most report the ILX has a comfortable ride and that the cabin remains quiet at speed. They add that the ILX has strong brakes and that overall, the 2016 ILX has better driving dynamics than the 2015 model. |
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