Pros Excellent fuel economy and performance from turbocharged engine Ride quality expertly balances comfort and athleticism Many standard advanced technology and safety features Roomy cabin with high-quality materials
Cons Overly vigilant forward collision warning system is frustrating Slow-responding adaptive cruise control system Blind-spot camera is harder to use than a typical blind-spot monitor
PROS Spacious cabin Excellent value Excellent gas mileage Choices abound Mature, in the right ways
Cons Standard display screen ...and standard headlights Hatchback’s busy looks Coupe, Si off the menu this year
It may not have the bulletproof branding of some competitors, but the RLX is not without charms. Its old beak grille has finally been replaced by a prettier pentagonal nose, and a sharp 10-speed automatic now pairs to the standard 310-hp V-6 engine. Our choice is the Sport Hybrid, which uses a 377-hp powertrain derived from the one used in the NSX and has Acura’s SH-AWD system to aid handling. We like driving the RLX, but the lack of Apple CarPlay and Android Auto still stings.
Pros Strong performance, comfortable seats, standard driver aids, high value.
Cons Invisible styling, slow navigation system, complex two-screen infotainment interface, subpar paint quality.
The 2020 Acura RLX ranked #8 in Luxury Large Cars. Currently the Acura RLX has a score of 7.3 out of 10 which is based on our evaluation of 40 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.
Pros Robust powertrain choices Lots of standard features
Cons Outdated infotainment system Some dull cabin materials Small trunk
The RLX carries over unchanged for 2020.
PROS Quiet, comfortable interior Spacious cabin and seating, especially for rear passengers Long list of standard safety and convenience features
CONS Dual-screen infotainment system is outdated and nonintuitive Interior design looks dated Subpar ride and handling for the class The hybrid fails to offer standout efficiency
