2022 Acura ILX
Sedan 5 seats
4 trims
Starting MSRP
$27,300
to $33,200
About the 2022 Acura ILX
The 2022 Acura ILX stands out as a sharp, engaging entry point into the luxury sport sedan segment, injecting genuine driver connection into its compact footprint. Motivation comes solely from a lively 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine delivering a crisp 201 horsepower and 180 lb-ft of torque, channeled through a quick-shifting 8-speed automated manual transmission. Its taut dimensions—just 182.2 inches long—make it supremely agile, belying its sedan practicality. While it boasts a reasonable combined fuel economy of 28 MPG, the focus remains on dynamic handling aided by its front-wheel-drive layout and precise steering feel. The ILX is engineered for drivers who appreciate responsive acceleration wrapped in Acura’s signature sophisticated design language across its four distinct trim levels.
Key Highlights
Responsive Power Delivery
The 2.4L engine churns out 201 horsepower, providing a lively punch that feels well-matched to the vehicle’s compact frame.
Sporty Transmission
The standard 8-speed automated manual transmission offers faster, more direct shifts compared to traditional torque-converter automatics, enhancing the sporting credentials of the 2022 Acura ILX.
Fuel Efficient Cruising
Achieving 34 MPG on the highway, the ILX balances spirited performance with economical operation for longer trips.
Nimble Footprint
At only 182.2 inches long, the 2022 Acura ILX is easy to maneuver and park, perfect for urban environments without sacrificing necessary passenger space.
Best For
Enthusiast Commuters
- Drivers needing 24 MPG city mileage paired with an engaging 201 hp engine will find the 2022 Acura ILX satisfying daily.
First-Time Luxury Buyers
- With a starting price point around $27,300, the ILX offers premium features and sharp design at an accessible luxury entry price.
Solo Drivers or Couples
- The rear legroom of 34 inches is snug, making the 2022 Acura ILX best suited for occupants prioritizing front comfort and a 42.3-inch front legroom allowance.
Available Trims
| Trim | MSRP | Drivetrain | Horsepower | MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 8AM) | $27,300 | front wheel drive | 201 hp | 28 mpg |
| 4dr Sedan w/Premium and A-Spec Packages (2.4L 4cyl 8AM) | $31,300 | front wheel drive | 201 hp | 28 mpg |
| 4dr Sedan w/Premium Package (2.4L 4cyl 8AM) | $29,300 | front wheel drive | 201 hp | 28 mpg |
| 4dr Sedan w/Technology and A-Spec Packages (2.4L 4cyl 8AM) | $33,200 | front wheel drive | 201 hp | 28 mpg |
Specifications comparison table for 2022 Acura ILX, 2022 Acura ILX, 2022 Acura ILX, 2022 Acura ILX. Data includes dimensions, performance, fuel economy, and interior specifications. Green highlighting indicates best values, red indicates worst values.
Specifications Comparison
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Features Comparison
Feature
4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 8AM)
4dr Sedan w/Premium and A-Spec Packages (2.4L 4cyl 8AM)
4dr Sedan w/Premium Package (2.4L 4cyl 8AM)
4dr Sedan w/Technology and A-Spec Packages (2.4L 4cyl 8AM)
| Feature | 4dr Sedan (2.4L 4cyl 8AM) | 4dr Sedan w/Premium and A-Spec Packages (2.4L 4cyl 8AM) | 4dr Sedan w/Premium Package (2.4L 4cyl 8AM) | 4dr Sedan w/Technology and A-Spec Packages (2.4L 4cyl 8AM) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Safety (31 features) | ||||
| Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote) | ||||
| Anti-lock Brakes (ABS) | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel |
| Automatic Headlights | ||||
| Blind Spot Monitor | — | |||
| Brake Assist | ||||
| Daytime Running Lights | ||||
| Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags | ||||
| Electronic Stability Control | ||||
| Engine Immobilizer | ||||
| Front Fog Lights | — | — | ||
| Front Head Airbags | ||||
| Front Headrests | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Front Height Adjustable Headrests | ||||
| Front Ventilated Disc Brakes | ||||
| Headlight Delay-Off | ||||
| LATCH System | ||||
| LED Headlights | ||||
| Lane Departure Warning | ||||
| Lane Keeping Assist System | ||||
| Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation | ||||
| Post-Collision Safety System | — | — | — | |
| Pre-Collision Safety System | ||||
| Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt | ||||
| Rear Cross Traffic Alert | — | |||
| Rear Door Child Safety Locks | ||||
| Rear Head Airbags | ||||
| Rear Headrests | 3 | 3 | 3 | 3 |
| Rear Height Adjustable Headrests | ||||
| Rear Solid Disc Brakes | ||||
| Tire Pressure Monitoring System | ||||
| Traction Control System | ||||
| Engine (9 features) | ||||
| Base Engine Displacement | 2.4 L | 2.4 L | 2.4 L | 2.4 L |
| Base Engine Type | gas | gas | gas | gas |
| Camshaft Type | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double overhead cam (DOHC) | Double overhead cam (DOHC) |
| Fuel Injection Type | ||||
| Horsepower | 201 hp @ 6800 rpm | 201 hp @ 6800 rpm | 201 hp @ 6800 rpm | 201 hp @ 6800 rpm |
| Number of Cylinders | inline 4 | inline 4 | inline 4 | inline 4 |
| Number of Valves | 16 | 16 | 16 | 16 |
| Torque | 180 lb-ft @ 3600 rpm | 180 lb-ft @ 3600 rpm | 180 lb-ft @ 3600 rpm | 180 lb-ft @ 3600 rpm |
| Variable Valve Timing | Variable | Variable | Variable | Variable |
| Drive Train (2 features) | ||||
| Drivetrain Type | front wheel drive | front wheel drive | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Transmission Type | 8-speed automated manual | 8-speed automated manual | 8-speed automated manual | 8-speed automated manual |
| Fuel (5 features) | ||||
| EPA Driving Range (City/Highway) | 316.8/448.8 mi. | 316.8/448.8 mi. | 316.8/448.8 mi. | 316.8/448.8 mi. |
| EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway) | 24/34 MPG | 24/34 MPG | 24/34 MPG | 24/34 MPG |
| EPA Fuel Economy (Combined) | 28 MPG | 28 MPG | 28 MPG | 28 MPG |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 13.2 gal. |
| Fuel Type | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (recommended) | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Warranty (4 features) | ||||
| Basic Warranty | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. |
| Corrosion/Rust Warranty | 5 yr./ unlimited mi. | 5 yr./ unlimited mi. | 5 yr./ unlimited mi. | 5 yr./ unlimited mi. |
| Drivetrain Warranty | 6 yr./ 70000 mi. | 6 yr./ 70000 mi. | 6 yr./ 70000 mi. | 6 yr./ 70000 mi. |
| Roadside Assistance | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. | 4 yr./ 50000 mi. |
| Comfort & Convenience (19 features) | ||||
| Adaptive Cruise Control | ||||
| Audio Controls on Steering Wheel | ||||
| Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror | — | |||
| Cruise Control on Steering Wheel | ||||
| Dual Vanity Mirrors | ||||
| Dual Zone Climate Control | ||||
| Electric Power Steering | ||||
| Front Cupholders | ||||
| Front Door Pockets | ||||
| Front Seatback Storage | ||||
| Interior Air Filtration | ||||
| Leather Steering Wheel | ||||
| Push Button Start | ||||
| Rear Cupholders | ||||
| Rear View Camera | ||||
| Sun Sensor | — | — | — | |
| Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel | ||||
| Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel | ||||
| Universal Remote Transmitter | — | |||
| In Car Entertainment (12 features) | ||||
| AM/FM Stereo | ||||
| Android Auto (Wired) | — | |||
| Apple CarPlay (Wired) | — | |||
| Auxiliary Audio Input | — | — | ||
| Satellite Radio | — | |||
| Satellite Radio Trial Period | — | 3 months | 3 months | 3 months |
| Speaker System | 6 | 7 | 7 | 10 |
| Speed Sensitive Volume Control | ||||
| Subwoofer Count | — | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| Surround Audio | — | — | — | Discrete |
| USB Port | ||||
| USB Port with External Media Control | ||||
| Power Feature (4 features) | ||||
| Heated Mirrors | ||||
| Keyless Entry | ||||
| Moonroof Type | 1st Row Power Glass | 1st Row Power Glass | 1st Row Power Glass | 1st Row Power Glass |
| One-Touch Power Windows | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Frontseats (17 features) | ||||
| Driver Seat Heating | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level |
| Driver Seat Height Adjustment | ||||
| Driver Seat Lumbar Support | Power | Power | Power | Power |
| Driver Seat Memory Settings | — | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Driver Seat Power Adjustments | 8-way | 8-way | 8-way | 8-way |
| Front Head Room | 38.0 in. | 38.0 in. | 38.0 in. | 38.0 in. |
| Front Hip Room | 50.3 in. | 50.3 in. | 50.3 in. | 50.3 in. |
| Front Leg Room | 42.3 in. | 42.3 in. | 42.3 in. | 42.3 in. |
| Front Seat Type: Sport | ||||
| Front Shoulder Room | 55.6 in. | 55.6 in. | 55.6 in. | 55.6 in. |
| Passenger Seat Heating | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level | Multi-level |
| Passenger Seat Lumbar Support | — | Power | Power | Power |
| Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments | 4-way | — | — | — |
| Passenger Seat Power Adjustments | — | 4-way | 4-way | 4-way |
| Seat Material: Leather | — | — | — | |
| Seat Material: Leather/Suede | — | — | ||
| Seat Material: Leatherette | — | — | — | |
| Rearseats (6 features) | ||||
| Folding Center Armrest | ||||
| Folding Rear Seatback | ||||
| Rear Head Room | 35.9 in. | 35.9 in. | 35.9 in. | 35.9 in. |
| Rear Hip Room | 51.7 in. | 51.7 in. | 51.7 in. | 51.7 in. |
| Rear Leg Room | 34.0 in. | 34.0 in. | 34.0 in. | 34.0 in. |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 53.6 in. | 53.6 in. | 53.6 in. | 53.6 in. |
| Tires and Wheels (4 features) | ||||
| Tire Size | P215/45R17 | P225/40R18 | P215/45R17 | P225/40R18 |
| Tire Type | All Season | All Season | All Season | All Season |
| Wheel Finish | Painted Alloy | Painted Alloy | Painted Alloy | Painted Alloy |
| Wheel Size | 17 x 7.0 in | 18 x 7.5 in | 17 x 7.0 in | 18 x 7.5 in |
| Suspension (3 features) | ||||
| Four-Wheel Independent Suspension | ||||
| Front Stabilizer Bar | ||||
| Rear Stabilizer Bar | ||||
| Instrumentation (5 features) | ||||
| Clock | ||||
| Compass | ||||
| External Temperature Display | ||||
| Tachometer | ||||
| Trip Computer | ||||
| Measurements (10 features) | ||||
| Cargo Capacity (Seats Up) | 12.4 cu.ft. | 12.4 cu.ft. | 12.4 cu.ft. | 12.4 cu.ft. |
| Country of Final Assembly | United States | United States | United States | United States |
| Curb Weight | 3095 lbs. | 3144 lbs. | 3122 lbs. | 3148 lbs. |
| EPA Interior Volume | 101.7 cu.ft. | 101.7 cu.ft. | 101.7 cu.ft. | 101.7 cu.ft. |
| Ground Clearance | 5.3 in. | 5.3 in. | 5.3 in. | 5.3 in. |
| Height | 55.6 in. | 55.6 in. | 55.6 in. | 55.6 in. |
| Length | 182.2 in. | 182.2 in. | 182.2 in. | 182.2 in. |
| Turning Circle | 36.8 ft. | 36.8 ft. | 36.8 ft. | 36.8 ft. |
| Wheelbase | 105.1 in. | 105.1 in. | 105.1 in. | 105.1 in. |
| Width (Without Mirrors) | 70.6 in. | 70.6 in. | 70.6 in. | 70.6 in. |
| Telematics (4 features) | ||||
| Airbag Deployment Notification | — | — | — | |
| Destination Download | — | — | — | |
| Stolen Vehicle Tracking | — | — | — | |
| Turn-by-Turn Navigation | — | — | — | |
Frequently Asked Questions
What type of fuel should I use in the 2022 Acura ILX?
The 2022 Acura ILX is designed to run best on premium unleaded fuel, as recommended by the manufacturer, to maximize the performance of its 201-horsepower engine.
How much cargo space does the 2022 Acura ILX offer?
The trunk capacity in the 2022 Acura ILX is relatively modest for a sedan, providing 12.4 cubic feet for luggage or groceries.
Is the 2022 Acura ILX all-wheel drive?
No, the 2022 Acura ILX comes standard exclusively with a front-wheel drive configuration paired with its 8-speed transmission.
How many different versions (trims) of the 2022 Acura ILX are available?
Acura offered four distinct configurations for the 2022 ILX, ranging from the base model to the top-tier Technology and A-Spec Package variant.
What is the power output for the 2022 Acura ILX engine?
Every 2022 Acura ILX is powered by a gas engine that generates 201 horsepower and 180 lb-ft of torque.
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