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Acura ILX

The Acura ILX is a compact car (C-segment) manufactured and marketed by Honda under the Acura brand, based on the ninth-generation Civic sedan. The ILX replaced the Canadian market exclusive Acura CSX. [3] The gasoline-electric hybrid version was Acura's first.

Acura ILX (DE1/2/3)
2019 Acura ILX A-Spec
Overview
ManufacturerAcura (Honda)
Production2012–2022
2012–2014 (ILX Hybrid)
Model years2013–2022
2013–2014 (ILX Hybrid)
Assembly
Body and chassis
ClassSubcompact executive car (C)
Body style4-door sedan
LayoutFront-engine, front-wheel drive
RelatedHonda Civic
Powertrain
Engine
  • 1.5 L LEA I4 (hybrid; 2013–2014)
  • 2.0 L R20A I4 (2013–2014)
  • 2.4 L K24Z7/V7 I4 (2013–2022)
Electric motorMF6 DC synchronous
Transmission
Hybrid drivetrainIMA parallel hybrid
BatteryLithium Ion
Dimensions
Wheelbase105.1 in (2,670 mm)
Length
  • 179.1 in (4,549 mm) (2013–2015)
  • 181.9 in (4,620 mm) (2016–2018)
  • 182.2 in (4,628 mm) (2019–2022)
Width70.6 in (1,793 mm)
Height55.6 in (1,412 mm)
Curb weight
  • 2,910–2,954 lb (1,320–1,340 kg) (2.0 L)
  • 2,958 lb (1,342 kg) (1.5 L hybrid)
  • 2,978–3,144 lb (1,351–1,426 kg) (2.4 L)
Chronology
Predecessor
SuccessorAcura Integra (DE)

Overview edit

The concept version was unveiled at the 2012 North American International Auto Show, the production version was presented in the 2012 Chicago Auto Show. The ILX introduces a new design that Acura calls "aero-fused dynamics".[4] Mass production commenced on April 23 at Honda's assembly facility in Greensburg, Indiana[5] and U.S. sales began on May 22.

The ILX's body in white uses 59% high strength steel ranging from 440-980 MPa yield strength grades, aluminum is used for the hood and front bumper beam.[6] Compared to the Civic, the ILX uses Acura's "Amplitude Reactive" dampers and a larger more rigid steering shaft for improved handling and ride quality characteristics.

Options are grouped into Premium and Technology packages and include leather upholstery, 17" alloy wheels, navigation system, premium audio system with SiriusXM satellite radio, and high intensity discharge headlamps. Both option packages include a multi-view rear backup camera with regular, wide-angle, and top-down modes.

For the 2014 model year the ILX came standard with 17-inch wheels, leather interior, heated front seats, an eight-way power driver's seat, tri-angle backup camera and audio subwoofer with Active Noise Cancellation.

For the 2015 model year, the ILX Hybrid was discontinued due to slow sales. Through May of 2014, only 2,660 Hybrid units were sold since its introduction.[7][8]

2016 facelift edit

The refreshed 2016 ILX was unveiled during November 2014 at the Los Angeles Auto Show, and went on sale in February 2015. It now came exclusively with an "Earth Dreams" direct injected 2.4-liter four-cylinder DOHC i-VTEC engine mated to an 8-speed dual-clutch transmission, a very closely related powertrain to that of the TLX, first introduced in 2014 (as a 2015 model). The manual transmission ILX was also discontinued with the release of the facelift. Only around 4% of ILX sold had manual transmissions from the 2013-2015 model years.[9][10] "Jewel Eye" LED headlamps (low and high beams, DRL pipe and amber turn signals) similar to those on other Acura models (RLX, MDX and TLX) are standard, along with new LED tail lamps. A new "A-Spec" trim was offered, which included sporty exterior and interior styling enhancements. Production of the 2016 ILX began during January 2015 moving to the Marysville Auto Plant in Marysville, Ohio.[11]

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    2016 Acura ILX
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    Rear view

2019 facelift edit

In September 2018, Acura revealed a second facelift for the ILX, incorporating what the company markets as its "Diamond Pentagon" grille. The headlights are revised along with front bumper. In the rear of the ILX, the taillights are revised, and the license plate has been dropped from the trunk to the rear bumper. In the interior, the overall design has revised seats, with the availability of red leather (only on the A-Spec), and an updated infotainment system — the latter 30% faster.[12] AcuraWatch is now standard on all ILX's. The powertrain has remained the same for 2019.[12] The ILX A-Spec now makes the exterior look more aggressive. It comes with 18" wheels, red or black leather seats with ultrasuede inserts, aluminum pedals, and other equipment.[12]

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    2019 Acura ILX
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    Rear view

Safety edit

Specifications edit

Honda has offered several different four-cylinder gasoline engines in this model, similar to those in the CSX, TSX, and Civic Si. The hybrid model (available for the 2013 through 2014 model years and Acura's first hybrid), used a 1.5-liter I4 and shared its gas/electric powertrain with Honda's Civic Hybrid producing 111 hp (83 kW; 113 PS) at 5,500 rpm and 127 lb⋅ft (172 N⋅m) of torque between 1,000 and 3,000 rpm. The ILX is not sold in Japan.

2013–2015

  • 2.0 L (DE1) 5-speed Auto: 150 hp (112 kW) at 6,500 rpm and 140 lb⋅ft (190 N⋅m) of torque at 4,300 rpm
  • 2.4 L (DE2) 6-speed Manual: 201 hp (150 kW) at 7,000 rpm and 170 lb⋅ft (230 N⋅m) of torque at 4,300 rpm
  • 1.5 L (DE3) CVT: 111 hp (83 kW) at 5,500 rpm and 127 lb⋅ft (172 N⋅m) of torque between 1,000 and 3,000 rpm

2016–2022

  • 2.4 L (DE2) 8-speed DCT: 201 hp (150 kW) at 6,800 rpm and 180 lb⋅ft (244 N⋅m) of torque at 3,800 rpm

The ILX originally featured a 2.0-liter I4 engine making 150 hp mated to a 5-speed automatic transmission, or a version of the Civic Si's 201 hp 2.4-liter I4 engine mated to a 6-speed manual. The ILX Hybrid model featured a 1.5-liter I4 engine making 111 hp hybrid from the Civic Hybrid, EPA fuel economy rating of the hybrid version is 39 mpg‑US (6.0 L/100 km; 47 mpg‑imp) for city and 38 mpg‑US (6.2 L/100 km; 46 mpg‑imp) on highway driving.[16] Starting from 2016, the ILX is offered only with the 2.4-liter I4 engine and the 8 speed DCT.[17]

Discontinuation edit

The ILX was discontinued after the 2022 model year, with the eleventh-generation Honda Civic-based Integra liftback replaced it as the brand's entry-level offering.[18]

Sales edit

Calendar year US[19] Canada Mexico[20]
2012 12,250 (incl. 972 hybrid) 2,260 357
2013 20,430 (incl. 1,461 hybrid) 3,190 589
2014 17,850 (incl. 379 hybrid) 2,750 464
2015 18,530 2,550 374
2016 14,597 2,459 295
2017 11,757 2,047 224
2018 11,273 1,903 167
2019 14,685 1,871 161
2020 13,414 774 78
2021 13,900 870 5
2022 6,296 -

References edit

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  2. ^ "Honda Begins First Production of SUVs in Indiana with 2017 CR-V". Honda Newsroom. 15 February 2017. Retrieved 12 October 2019.
  3. ^ "Compare Side-by-Side". www.fueleconomy.gov. Retrieved 2021-01-12.
  4. ^ Oldham, Scott (11 December 2011). "2013 Acura ILX Revealed". Inside Line. Retrieved 26 July 2012.
  5. ^ "Honda in Indiana". Indiana.honda.com. Retrieved 26 July 2012.
  6. ^ Schweinsberg, Christie (2012-03-29). "Acura Claims New ILX Sedan No Civic Clone". Ward's Auto. Penton Media, Inc. Archived from the original on 2 February 2013.
  7. ^ McCants, Parks (2014-07-17). "We know why Acura ILX Hybrid is discontinued for 2015". Torque News. Retrieved 2022-04-23.
  8. ^ "Acura ILX Hybrid discontinued for 2015 [UPDATE]". Autoblog. Retrieved 2022-04-23.
  9. ^ "A Farewell to the Stickshift Acura". MotorTrend. 2015-01-19. Retrieved 2022-04-23.
  10. ^ "FYI: ILX 6-Speed Manual Transmission Sales". AcuraZine - Acura Enthusiast Community. Retrieved 2022-04-23.
  11. ^ "New 2016 Acura ILX Begins Production as Brand Marks 20th Anniversary Of Manufacturing in America". Honda North America (Press release). 27 January 2015. Retrieved 28 January 2015.
  12. ^ "2013 Acura ILX 4 DR FWD". Retrieved 14 July 2015.
  13. ^ "Ratings | NHTSA". Safercar.gov. 1 November 2017. Retrieved 30 August 2018.
  14. ^ "Vehicle details". Retrieved 14 July 2015.
  15. ^ "2013 Acura ILX Specifications". Honda of America. 26 March 2012. Archived from the original on 7 April 2012. Retrieved 20 April 2012.
  16. ^ "Specifications: Drivetrain".
  17. ^ "Confirmed: Acura ILX is Dead After 2022 in Favor of New Integra".
  18. ^ Honda Digital Factbook
  19. ^ "Tabulados Interactivos-Genéricos". www.inegi.org.mx. Retrieved 2024-02-09.

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