Sedan · Hybrid
Acura RLX 2014–2020 (KC2)
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- Price
- $48,450–$61,900
- MPG
- 30
- Strength: Excellent reliability
- Strength: Strong passenger space
- Strength: Strong comfort
- Watch-out: Below-average cargo & utility
- Watch-out: Below-average value retention
How it scores for you10 scores
Limousine rear legroom, a clever 377-hp hybrid, and Honda-solid bones in a flagship the market ignored because the badge never matched the price.
Recalled about half as often as cars of the same model years; none of its 5 recalls were serious. Based on recalls and serious defect reports — it doesn't capture everyday repairs or problems fixed by warranty extensions. Adjusted +4 points for its wider reputation.
Not yet crash-tested by NHTSA, so this is scored as middle-of-the-road.
About $2,700 a year in fuel (EPA estimate) — cheaper to run than about 48% of cars we track.
14.9 cu ft of cargo space — more than about 32% of other sedans we track.
Limo-like rear legroom is a genuine flagship strength.
The 377-hp Sport Hybrid's torque vectoring is clever, but the RLX is tuned for serene, not sporting.
Advanced three-motor hybrid and early driver aids meet a dated dual-screen dashboard.
Hushed, cushy, and spacious - classic big-Acura comfort.
Luxury brands like Acura tend to lose value faster than average.
No published tow rating; all- or four-wheel drive available.
Safety & recalls8 recalls
Not yet rated by NHTSA.
8 recalls · 1 common complaint area across 2015–2020
- Steering — 7 complaints (2015)
- Recall — Fuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump (2020)
- Recall — Engine and engine cooling: engine: gasoline: belts and associated pulleys (2019)
2020
- RecallFuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump23V858000
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, F
2019
- RecallEngine and engine cooling: engine: gasoline: belts and associated pulleys19V298000
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Acura MDX and Honda Pilot vehicles and 2019 Acura RLX, RLX Sport Hybrid, TLX and Honda Odyssey and Ridgeline vehicles. The timing belt teeth may separate from the belt.
- RecallFuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump20V314000
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2019 Acura NSX, 2019 Acura RDX, RLX and RLX Sport Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Accord, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R and HR-V, 2019-2020 Insight and 2019 Fit vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
- RecallFuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump23V858000
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, F
2018
- RecallFuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump23V858000
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, F
2017
No recorded issues.
2016
No recorded issues.
2015
- RecallExterior lighting: headlights14V792000
American Honda Motor Co. (Honda) is recalling certain model year 2014 Acura RLX vehicles manufactured November 22, 2012, to January 30, 2014, 2015 Acura RLX vehicles manufactured June 4, 2014, to November 18, 2014, and 2014 Acura RLX Hybrid vehicles manufactured November 5, 2013, to July 25, 2014.
- RecallForward collision avoidance: crash imminent braking15V301000
Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Acura MDX 2WD and AWD, RLX and 2014 Acura RLX Hybrid vehicles. In certain driving conditions, the Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) may incorrectly interpret certain roadside objects such as metal fences or metal gu
- RecallFuel system, gasoline: delivery: fuel pump23V858000
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, F
- Complaint clusterSteering7 complaintscomplaints:STEERING
I have a 2015 Acura RLX equipped with precision all wheel steer(PAWS). According to Acura, PAWS allows the rear wheels to move independently of the front wheels for better control and handling. The system often malfunctions and moves the vehicle in a path other than what is intended based on my stee
Cost to own$31,400 / 5 yr
MSRP, new
$48,450–$61,900
Estimated used price, by model year
$2,700/yr
EPA estimate, combined fuel cost per year.
Specs
City MPG
28
Highway MPG
31
Combined MPG
30
Horsepower
377 hp
Doors
4
Cargo volume
14.9 cu ft
Limited data — dimensions unavailable.
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