| Pros | Cons | What's New |
|---|---|---|
A pool of standard features | The ride is pretty harsh | No major changes |
Capacious cabin | Poor steering feedback | |
Sturdy build and crash ratings | Seats aren't comfortable for long commutes |
$50,950
price310 hp @ 6500 rpm
horsepower272 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm
torque6-Speed Shiftable Automatic
transmission3.5L 6cyl FWD 6A
engine-
basic warrantyCompeting in the midsize sedan segment, the 2015 Acura RLX Sedan is a direct competitor to the Lexus GS 350, the Hyundai Genesis, and the Audi A6. The 2015 Acura RLX Sedan starts off at an MSRP of $48,450 with 5 trims in the lineup. It is offered with a 3.5L V6 engine and a 6-speed automatic transmission, producing 310 horsepower and 272 lb-ft of torque. Through this powertrain, the Acura RLX Sedan manages a 0-60 of 6.3 seconds and a combined fuel economy of 24 MPG.
There are five trim levels available for the 2015 Acura RLX, all of which are additional packages with a single engine option. Our recommendation is the Technology package, which offers features such as 19-inch alloy wheels, automatic wipers, power-retractable mirrors, a blind-spot monitoring system, noise-reducing acoustic glass, leather upholstery, and much more.
Car Name | 0-60 MPH | Quarter Mile | Top Speed | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2015 Acura RLX Ranked #7 | 6.7 sec | 14.5 sec | 124 mph | |||
2015 Infiniti Q70 Ranked #1 | 5.5 sec | - | - | |||
2015 Lexus GS 350 Ranked #2 | 5.7 sec | 14.3 sec | - | |||
2015 Hyundai Genesis Ranked #3 | 5.9 sec | - | - | |||
2015 Buick LaCrosse Ranked #4 | 6.2 sec | 14.7 sec | - | |||
2015 Kia Cadenza Ranked #4 | 6.2 sec | 14.7 sec | 154 mph |
Car Name | MPG City | MPG Highway | MPG Combined | Fuel Tank Capacity | Range (C/H) | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2015 Acura RLX Ranked #7 | 20 mpg | 31 mpg | 24 mpg | 18.5 gal. | 370/573.5 mi. | |||
2015 Nissan Altima Ranked #1 | 27 mpg | 38 mpg | 31 mpg | 18 gal. | 486/684 mi. | |||
2015 Subaru Legacy Ranked #2 | 26 mpg | 36 mpg | 30 mpg | 18.5 gal. | 481/666 mi. | |||
2015 Mazda 6 Ranked #3 | 25 mpg | 37 mpg | 29 mpg | 16.4 gal. | 410/606.8 mi. | |||
2015 Chevrolet Malibu Ranked #3 | 25 mpg | 36 mpg | 29 mpg | 15.8 gal. | 395/568.8 mi. | |||
2015 Hyundai Sonata Ranked #3 | 25 mpg | 37 mpg | 29 mpg | 18.5 gal. | 462.5/684.5 mi. |
Car Name | Length | Width | Height | Ground Clearance | Wheelbase | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2015 Acura RLX Ranked #4 | 196.1 in. | 74.4 in. | 57.7 in. | 3.8 in. | 112.2 in. | |||
2015 Cadillac XTS Ranked #1 | 202 in. | 72.9 in. | 59.1 in. | 5 in. | 111.7 in. | |||
2015 Buick LaCrosse Ranked #2 | 196.9 in. | 73.1 in. | 59.2 in. | 7 in. | 111.7 in. | |||
2015 Hyundai Genesis Ranked #3 | 196.5 in. | 74.4 in. | 58.3 in. | 5.3 in. | 118.5 in. | |||
2015 Kia Cadenza Ranked #5 | 195.5 in. | 72.8 in. | 58.1 in. | 5.4 in. | 112 in. | |||
2015 Infiniti Q70 Ranked #6 | 194.7 in. | 72.6 in. | 59.1 in. | 6 in. | 114.2 in. |
Car Name | Trunk Capacity | Passenger Volume | Max Trunk Volume | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2015 Acura RLX Ranked #8 | 14.9 cu.ft. | 102.1 cu.ft. | 14.9 cu.ft. | |||
2015 Chrysler 200 Ranked #1 | 16 cu.ft. | 101.4 cu.ft. | 234.1 cu.ft. | |||
2015 Mazda 6 Ranked #2 | 14.8 cu.ft. | 99.7 cu.ft. | 128.1 cu.ft. | |||
2015 Buick LaCrosse Ranked #3 | 13.3 cu.ft. | 100 cu.ft. | 95.4 cu.ft. | |||
2015 Ford Fusion Ranked #4 | 16 cu.ft. | 102.8 cu.ft. | 11.5 cu.ft. | |||
2015 Kia Optima Ranked #5 | 15.4 cu.ft. | 102.2 cu.ft. | 72 cu.ft. |
Car Name | Cargo Volume | Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area | Max Cargo Volume | Bed Length | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2015 Acura RLX Ranked #1 | 23.3 cu.ft. | 14.9 cu.ft. | 14.9 cu.ft. | - | |||
2015 Subaru Legacy Ranked #2 | 72 cu.ft. | 15 cu.ft. | 72 cu.ft. | - | |||
2015 Toyota Camry Ranked #3 | 69 cu.ft. | 15.4 cu.ft. | 69 cu.ft. | - | |||
2015 Hyundai Genesis Ranked #4 | 15.3 cu.ft. | 15.3 cu.ft. | 15.3 cu.ft. | - | |||
2015 Kia Cadenza Ranked #5 | - | 15.9 cu.ft. | - | - | |||
2015 Buick LaCrosse Ranked #6 | 95.4 cu.ft. | 13.3 cu.ft. | 95.4 cu.ft. | - |
Car Name | Towing Capacity | Payload Capacity | Weight | Source | Compare | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
2015 Acura RLX Ranked #3 | - | 850 lbs. | 3933 lbs. | |||
2015 Subaru Legacy Ranked #1 | 2000 lbs. | - | 3468 lbs. | |||
2015 Ford Fusion Ranked #2 | 1000 lbs. | - | 3431 lbs. | |||
2015 Cadillac XTS Ranked #2 | 1000 lbs. | - | 4006 lbs. | |||
2015 Buick LaCrosse Ranked #2 | 1000 lbs. | - | 3895 lbs. | |||
2015 Honda Accord Ranked #3 | - | - | 3192 lbs. |
