Acura ILX: used buyer's guide to the 2013–2022 compact sedan

By CarWhere Research · Updated

The Acura ILX is a compact sport sedan sold for the 2013–2022 model years as Acura's entry car. Early models offered a 150-hp 2.0L, a 201-hp 2.4L with a six-speed manual and a hybrid. From 2016 every ILX used a 201-hp 2.4L with an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission, EPA-rated about 28–29 mpg combined.

Type
Compact sport sedan (discontinued)
Powertrains
ILX 2.0L (2013–2015), ILX 2.4L manual (2013–2015), ILX Hybrid (2013–2014), ILX 2.4L (2016–2022) · 111–201 hp
Current generation
ILX, 2016–2022, 2016–2022

Acura ILX engines, horsepower and mpg

Output for the 2016–2022 2.4L is from Acura's 2022 ILX specifications. EPA rated the 2016 ILX at 25/35/29 mpg and the 2019–2022 car at 24/34/28.

Acura ILX powertrains with Acura-rated output and EPA fuel economy (city/highway/combined)
VersionEngineHorsepowerTorque (lb-ft)TransmissionDriveEPA mpg (city/hwy/comb)
ILX 2.0L (2013–2015)ILX 2.0L2.0L SOHC i-VTEC four-cylinder[1][2]1501405-speed automaticFront-wheel drive24/34/272013 MY[2]
ILX 2.4L manual (2013–2015)ILX 2.4L2.4L DOHC i-VTEC four-cylinder[1][2]2011706-speed manualFront-wheel drive22/31/252013 MY[2]
ILX Hybrid (2013–2014)ILX Hybrid1.5L SOHC i-VTEC four-cylinder hybrid[1][2]111127CVTFront-wheel drive38/38/382013 MY[2]
ILX 2.4L (2016–2022)ILX, Premium Package, Technology Package, A-Spec Package2.4L DOHC i-VTEC four-cylinder, direct injection[3][2]2011808-speed dual-clutch with torque converterFront-wheel drive24/34/282022 MY[2]

Output is as rated by Acura; fuel economy is the EPA estimate. "—" means no official figure was found.

Early vs late ILX

Early ILXs are the only ones with a manual transmission (2.4L, 2013–2015) or a hybrid (2013–2014). From 2016 every ILX shares the same 2.4L and eight-speed dual-clutch automatic, which uses a torque converter; Acura says that setup smooths stop-and-go driving.

The 2016-and-later ILX is rated 28–29 mpg combined by EPA, versus 27 mpg for the early 2.0L automatic.[1][3][2][4]

After the ILX: the Integra

The ILX ended with the 2022 model year. When Acura priced the 2023 Integra in April 2022 its lineup listed the Integra, TLX, RDX, MDX and NSX, and Acura has since described the Integra as the performance gateway to the brand, the role it gave the ILX in 2013.[5][6][1]

Acura ILX generations by year

Every US Acura ILX generation with model years and engines, newest first
GenerationUS model yearsEnginesNotes
ILX, 2016–20222016–20222.4L four with 8-speed dual-clutch (201 hp, 180 lb-ft in 2022 form)EPA lists a single powertrain from 2016: the 2.4L with an eight-speed dual-clutch automatic. The 2022 car was offered with Premium, Technology and A-Spec packages and standard AcuraWatch. EPA lists no ILX after 2022.[3][2]
ILX, 2013–20152013–20152.0L four (150 hp); 2.4L four (201 hp, manual); ILX Hybrid 1.5L (111 hp, 2013–2014)Launched for 2013 as the gateway to the Acura brand with three powertrains. 2014 brought 17-inch wheels, leather, heated seats and a multi-angle rearview camera; for 2015 the hybrid was dropped.[1][2]

Acura ILX problems and recalls

Acura ILX problems on record are recall campaigns. The ones to clear first are the 2013–2016 Takata driver air bag inflator (16V061) and the 2016–2020 brake master cylinder recall from December 2025 (25V859). Other campaigns cover 2016–2019 half shafts, salt-state drive shaft corrosion on manual cars, 2013–2014 headlights and fuel pumps.

Documented Acura ILX issues and NHTSA recall campaigns
IssueGenerationYearsType
Takata driver air bag inflator can rupture (recall 16V061)[7][8]1st gen (2013–2022)2013–2016; ILX Hybrid 2013–2014Recall 16V061
Brake master cylinder seal can deform and reduce braking (recall 25V859)[9]1st gen (2013–2022)2016–2020Recall 25V859
Half shaft can disengage and allow rollaway (recall 19V424)[10]1st gen (2013–2022)2016–2019Recall 19V424
Manual-transmission drive shafts can corrode in salt states (recall 20V770)[11]1st gen (2013–2022)2013–2015; ILX Hybrid 2013Recall 20V770
Headlight heat can melt the housing or start a fire (recall 14V323)[12]1st gen (2013–2022)2013–2014Recall 14V323
Deformed fuel tank can cause a wrong fuel gauge reading (recall 19V052)[13]1st gen (2013–2022)2014–2019Recall 19V052
Low-pressure fuel pump can fail (recalls 21V215, 23V858)[14][15]1st gen (2013–2022)2019; other years by VINRecall 21V215

All 7 documented ILX issues and 7 recalls, with symptoms and pre-purchase checks →

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Frequently asked questions

What years was the Acura ILX made?

EPA lists the ILX for the 2013–2022 model years.

Did the ILX come with a manual transmission?

Yes, on 2013–2015 models with the 201-hp 2.4L engine.

Was there an ILX Hybrid?

Yes, for 2013–2014. EPA rated it 38 mpg city, highway and combined.

How much horsepower does the ILX have?

The 2016–2022 ILX has a 2.4L rated 201 hp and 180 lb-ft (2022 specifications). The early base 2.0L made 150 hp.

What replaced the Acura ILX?

The 2023 Integra followed it as Acura's entry sedan.

Sources

Prices and output are as published by Acura for the model year shown; fuel economy is from the EPA. Equipment changes between model years, so confirm a specific vehicle against its original paperwork or build sheet.

  1. Acura Model Chronology (November 7, 2012) — Acura Newsroom (acuranews.com)
  2. EPA fuel economy ratings: 2013–2022 Acura ILX — U.S. EPA / DOE (fueleconomy.gov)
  3. 2022 Acura ILX Specifications (July 9, 2021) — Acura Newsroom (acuranews.com)
  4. 2015 Acura TLX Unveiled at the 2014 New York International Auto Show (April 16, 2014) — Acura Newsroom (acuranews.com)
  5. 2023 Acura Integra Set for Early June Arrival, Pricing Announced (April 28, 2022) — Acura Newsroom (acuranews.com)
  6. Best-selling Acura Integra Boasts Styling, Cabin and Technology Upgrades for 2026; Now On Sale (August 19, 2025) — Acura Newsroom (acuranews.com)
  7. NHTSA recall 16V061000: Driver's Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Rupture — NHTSA
  8. NHTSA recall 19V182000: Driver Frontal Air Bag Inflator May Explode — NHTSA
  9. NHTSA recall 25V859000: Reduced Brake Function — NHTSA
  10. NHTSA recall 19V424000: Half Shaft May Disengage and Allow Rollaway — NHTSA
  11. NHTSA recall 20V770000: Drive Shaft May Corrode and Fail — NHTSA
  12. NHTSA recall 14V323000: Headlight Temperatures Causing Fires/FMVSS 108 — NHTSA
  13. NHTSA recall 19V052000: Inaccurate Fuel Gauge Reading — NHTSA
  14. NHTSA recall 21V215000: Fuel Pump May Fail — NHTSA
  15. NHTSA recall 23V858000: Fuel Pump May Fail — NHTSA

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