2017 Acura RLX Hybrid Sedan

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$59,950 - $65,950
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Nathan Dyer 

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Updated on September 26, 2023

ProsConsWhat's New

Well-contoured seats and ample interior space

Rivals have higher fuel efficiency and longer range

Apart from some minor changes, it is a carryover model

Accelerates quickly

Limited customization options

Smooth and stable drive

Frustrating infotainment system

Specs & Features

$59,950

price

377 hp @ 6500 rpm

horsepower

341 lb.-ft. @ 4700 rpm

torque

7-Speed Automated Manual

transmission

3.5L 6cyl AWD 7AM

engine

-

basic warranty

Overview

Cars like the 2017 Acura RLX Hybrid might not be able to give you the direct benefits one might expect from its hybrid powertrain. However, its use must not be overlooked. The RLX Hybrid uses its 3.5L V6 engine, 3-electric motors hybrid system, and a 1.3-kWh battery to produce 377 horsepower and 341 lb-ft of torque. This gives the RLX Hybrid a 0-60 of 5.2 seconds. The hybrid engine here is to support the gasoline engine to boost performance and offer slightly better fuel economy than what a single gasoline engine would be capable of. That said, the 2017 RLX Hybrid achieves a combined fuel economy of 29 MPG. As part of the midsize sedan, the RLX Hybrid competes with the Lexus GS 450h Sedan, the Lincoln MKZ Hybrid Sedan, and the Infiniti Q70 Hybrid Sedan. It offers 2 trims, starting off at an MSRP of $59,950.

Buying Advice

Since there are no optional features or extra packages that can help expand the features list, we think going directly for the Advance Package trim is a wise choice. It costs $6,000 more but adds a number of features including ventilated front seats, a 14-speaker sound system, and a 360-view camera system.

Trims

    Technology Package
    $59,950 onwards
    • 19-inch machined alloy wheels
    • Driver Lumbar support
    • Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning
    • Front Fog/driving lights
    • Navigation system
    • Rain Sensing Windshield wipers
    Advance Package
    $65,950 onwards
    • Engine: 3.5L 6cyl AWD 7AM
    • Horsepower: 377 hp @ 6500 rpm hp
    • Torque: 341 lb.-ft. @ 4700 rpm
    • 0-60 mph: 6.8 sec
    • Top Speed: 122 mph
    • Fuel Economy Combined: 29 mpg

Compare to similar cars

Price

$59,950- $65,950

Engine

hybrid

Rating

7.72

Horsepower

377 hp @ 6500 rpm

Torque

341 lb.-ft. @ 4700 rpm

Capacity

5

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$47,600- $67,600

Gasoline

8.02

252 hp @ 5000 rpm

273 lb.-ft. @ 1600 rpm

5

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$51,200- $58,750

Gasoline

8.05

248 hp @ 5200 rpm

258 lb.-ft. @ 1450 rpm

5

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$25,675- $31,010

hybrid

7.66

188 hp @ 6000 rpm

129 lb.-ft. @ 4000 rpm

5

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$26,000- $38,600

hybrid

8.07

193 hp @ 6000 rpm

140 lb.-ft. @ 5000 rpm

5

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$25,995- $35,210

hybrid

8.03

192 hp @ 6000 rpm

271 lb.-ft. @ 1770 rpm

5

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$41,820

hybrid

7.94

200 hp @ 5700 rpm

156 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm

5

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$52,150- $69,100

Gasoline

8.45

241 hp @ 5500 rpm

273 lb.-ft. @ 1300 rpm

5

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$68,000- $134,500

electric

8.42

382 hp

317 lb.-ft.

5

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$26,790- $30,140

hybrid

7.24

200 hp @ 5700 rpm

156 lb.-ft. @ 4500 rpm

5

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2017 Acura RLX Hybrid Sedan vs competitor's 0-60

    Car Name
    0-60 MPH
    Quarter Mile
    Top Speed
    SourceCompare
    6.8 sec13.3 sec122 mph
    5.1 sec15.9 sec140 mph
    6 sec14.5 sec130 mph
    2017 Audi A6

    Ranked #3

    6.7 sec14.8 sec130 mph
    7.2 sec15.6 sec117 mph
    7.2 sec15.8 sec114 mph

    2017 Acura RLX Hybrid Sedan vs competitor's MPG

      Car Name
      MPG City
      MPG Highway
      MPG Combined
      Fuel Tank Capacity
      Range (C/H)
      SourceCompare
      29 mpg30 mpg29 mpg15.1 gal.437.9/453 mi.
      98 mpg101 mpg100 mpg--
      49 mpg47 mpg48 mpg15.8 gal.774.2/742.6 mi.
      49 mpg43 mpg46 mpg13 gal.637/559 mi.
      39 mpg46 mpg42 mpg15.9 gal.-
      43 mpg41 mpg42 mpg14 gal.602/574 mi.

      2017 Acura RLX Hybrid Sedan vs competitor's dimensions

        Car Name
        Length
        Width
        Height
        Ground Clearance
        Wheelbase
        SourceCompare
        196.1 in.74.4 in.57.7 in.3.8 in.112.2 in.
        196 in.77.3 in.56.5 in.5.5 in.116.5 in.
        194.6 in.73.5 in.58.2 in.5.7 in.117.1 in.
        2017 Audi A6

        Ranked #4

        194.2 in.73.8 in.57.8 in.7 in.114.6 in.
        194.1 in.72.8 in.57.5 in.5.8 in.109.3 in.
        193.9 in.73.4 in.58.1 in.5 in.112.2 in.

        2017 Acura RLX Hybrid Sedan vs competitor's trunk space

          Car Name
          Trunk Capacity
          Passenger Volume
          Max Trunk Volume
          SourceCompare
          11.6 cu.ft.102.1 cu.ft.11.6 cu.ft.
          13.3 cu.ft.106.1 cu.ft.13.3 cu.ft.
          12 cu.ft.102.8 cu.ft.80.3 cu.ft.
          11.1 cu.ft.96.4 cu.ft.11.1 cu.ft.
          -103.8 cu.ft.13.4 cu.ft.
          -94 cu.ft.58.1 cu.ft.

          2017 Acura RLX Hybrid Sedan vs competitor's cargo space

            Car Name
            Cargo Volume
            Cargo Volume w/ Seat Area
            Max Cargo Volume
            Bed Length
            SourceCompare
            24 cu.ft.11.6 cu.ft.11.6 cu.ft.-
            81.6 cu.ft.11.1 cu.ft.11.1 cu.ft.-
            9.9 cu.ft.11.6 cu.ft.10 cu.ft.110 ft.
            -13.1 cu.ft.--
            83.1 cu.ft.12 cu.ft.80.3 cu.ft.-
            84.2 cu.ft.13.3 cu.ft.13.3 cu.ft.-

            2017 Acura RLX Hybrid Sedan vs competitor's towing capacity

              Car Name
              Payload Capacity
              Weight
              SourceCompare
              1067 lbs.4312 lbs.
              -3615 lbs.
              -3486 lbs.
              905 lbs.3682 lbs.
              860 lbs.3746 lbs.
              -3871 lbs.

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