Some call the interior dated, but with a real physical shifter controlling an honest stepped gear transmission, and more importantly, no piano black trim, no stuck on tablet infotainment screen, and a proper hand brake, I for one think that “dated” is actually a good thing.
@@err7273that’s really the only knock I have with the interior. Besides that it’s fine. Any interior with a screen will eventually feel dated but the dual screen is definitely a Zonk.
Three reasons why I purchased a new ILX A Spec last year. First, my Acura dealership is beautiful, with lots of perks that you aren't going to get from a dingy (mine is) Honda dealer. Second, it's different from the MILLIONS of civics that only differ in color. You can roll an ILX to a valet at that nice hotel you go to and not feel like a total commoner vs a Civic. Third, my dealer sold me my brand new pearl white A Spec for $26900. Overpriced and irrelevant? Not a Mercedes or Audi....but something a little special for under $27K.
Despite the aggressive exterior styling, this is a car for more conservative buyers that value reliability and comfort over sportiness. Bought one of these recently with the Espresso interior, and the contrast of the leather really pops nicely. Biggest disappointment as others have mentioned is the outdated chassis and a somewhat bouncy ride. Though Acura is nominally a performance brand, this car is mostly about value and aesthetics.
Picked up a Blue ILX with Red interior 2020 Aspec a month ago after also looking very closely at a used ILX Aspec, 2020 Sonata, 2020 Accord Sport and GTI. Watched your previous review before making my choice. I'm REALLY happy with the car!! Thanks for all the great reviews man. Keep it up!
The car could use a bit more power but to be honest the 8 speed DCT is lightning quick and makes the car perform great for the low HP...Also, once you're used to the 2 screens its much better in my opinion. It's great to have music on one screen and map/apple CarPlay on top screen =)
Good review Joe! I actually own a 2018 ILX A-spec and I couldn't agree more with the Zonks. I love my car but I'm just glad I leased it and get to drive something new in another year. Keep up the great work!
My 2016 A Spec has the exact same interior. Waiting for that refresh. Great value and I got a great deal on a rebuilt title ILX with 12k miles last yest for $13k USD
The ILX makes a great premium commuter car, I don’t feel like I’m spending 2 hours a day in a penalty box of car. It differentiates itself enough from the previous generation civic it came from.
For the power the engine puts out, a single exhaust output is the optimal choice for consistent torque on acceleration and keeping the shifts effortless and smooth to extend the life of the already durable DCT.
This car is really awkwardly positioned in the Honda/Acura lineup. A top trim civic actually has a more modern and nicer interior. The ILX, on the other hand, has a traditional automatic and more powerful engine than the civic and is only a few $k more expensive. If you look at the ILX as a more conservatively styled, luxury Civic SI (but with an automatic trans) it makes sense. The issue is that the ILX isn't really a competitive luxury vehicle, but it's still a pretty good value.
I have a bit of a soft spot for the ILX. I bought a low-miles 2014 CPO with the 2.4 liter engine, which came only with a 6-speed very slick shifting manual. It was the same engine as the previous generation Civic Si. Some people called the ILX just a rebadged Civic, but it was really a much nicer car in my opinion. Loved that car. Fun to drive, great fuel economy, and cheaper to insure than the Si. The only negatives were more body roll than you’d like, and you couldn’t get factory nav in the 2.4 back then. Sadly, that was the last Acura you could get with a stick. I’d have kept it longer had I not gotten a terrific deal on the new ND Miata I bought two years ago.
Yeeeeeeeeeeessssssss maaaaaan!!! Some Acura on throttle tiiiiime!!!! I really hope a full redesign is coming for this lil jewel!!! It's not a bad car; that infotainment system is ancient (love that it has a CD player though👍🏼...I still have my two cases😂😂😂😂) and if I'm not mistaken it sits on the previous gen Civic platform?! 🤯🤯😭😭 Good looking car and great review as usual!!! 👍🏼🚗💨💨💨💨
If you're able to it would cool to see you do some older cars. Older but not yet "classic" like 3rd Gen Acura TL's, Honda S2000's, Infiniti G35s, and so on. Keep it up man.
Now 4.5 years and 26,000 miles - same flaw free reliable and quick, engaging car, which I always shift in Manual with the Paddles. Your choice: older, dated, simpler, reliable - or - newer, more complicated Tech, and less reliability - I'll still take simpler over the new, more Techy ones.....
Acura is doing nice things with these smaller models The upcoming TLX TYPE S is really going to sideline Lexus’s IS . But they really gave zero effort into their large sedans after the Legend. They aced that vehicle and couldn’t come close again . It’s nice to see sedans still alive . Thank you for the great review
Really hoping Acura “gets on throttle” with their revamping considering many brands are exiting the car segment or focusing on the SUV/truck market demand more; historically, we all know they’re capable - thanks for the great, thorough review as always & stay safe out there, Joe!
I'd love to see Acura break out of the mid-tier pack and make some outstanding cars. Come on Honda, you have the money! Also the naming needs to go into the bin. Integra, Legend, etc. were so great!
The engine is everything in this car. No CVT and it will last well over 100K and then some. All you need to do is change the oil and et all! And its still got a CD player!
This is a very nice car, I have a 2016 ILX Premium A-Spec, I love it. This car is very eye catching. But I hope Acura gives it a new interior and maybe a Type-S badge.
Joe your attention to detail in the styling as well as in the storage of frisbees is why I take your advice seriously. Great review. The single exhaust is curious. I’d rather get a Civic Si on any day.
the exterior still looks attractive and fresh, the interior is clearly outdated in amenities, tech, and luxury... performance is meh... this ILX needs some love ASAP from Acura
Agree the exterior is spot on, interior is great, but could use a new infotainment system. Power is more then adequate and still fun. Shifts are excellent and it handles well. I say all this as I have a 2017 and will soon be picking up a 2020. Acura treat you like family, go above and beyond, great warranty, fantastic resale value.
Agreed, the interior, infotainment, powertrain, and chassis is well over 10 years old. Definitely outdated, but on the flip side it's also proven to be an extremely reliable car. That K-series engine has stood the test of time.
It is nothing more than a little fancy civic. Have one in my driveway right now. Lots of hard plastic and a basic interior. The power is mediocre at best. It gets me reliably from point a to b.
@@junhawng it's bc Corona is jacking all the car prices now due to no new supplies, new and used. Prior to corona, and after Corona, they will go back to discounting. Come fall when production returns to normal, the discounting will return, probably even better bc the new 2021 TLX redesign is releasing. Also, you'll have to communicate with a salesman to get the best price
My MDX was in the shop getting serviced during the weekend and had the opportunity to drive this gorgeous car for 3 days! Beautiful pearl white exterior with red interior, but it was super tiny! 🤣 Took me awhile to get used to it but it was beautiful and smooth ride too.
Yo Raiti! I love the content, keep it up! I see you have almost 300k subs! I anticipate a box of Ding Dongs when you get to 1m. I called it, just watch.
Your review is why I bought a 2021 Kia Forte GT. I am strongly considering buying an IXL for my beautiful wife. Thanks for always reviewing the obscure :-)
not sure how many read this review anymore but I mentioned this to Joe a while ago. In 1987 I bought a new BMW M5 and owned it for 10 years and 75,000 miles. I bought a new ILX in 2019 and have now owned it for 3.5 years and 20,000 miles........the dimensions are exactly the same as my M5 - the ILX has 201HP NA K24 and the 8 speed DCT Auto Trans - the M5 had the NA straight 6 with 256HP and 5 speed Manual. The M5 weighed 400 lbls more than my ILX - I can tell you from my experience and from the performance specs that the two cars "feel" almost exactly the same. Yes the M5 is "dated" now AT 34 years old and the ILX may be "dated" compared to newer cars BUT I'll take "dated" ANY DAY OVER THE NEWER CARS WITH ALL THEIR CVT'S AND UPPED PRICES - GIVE ME QUIK AND THE RIGHT SIZE AND RELIABILITY AND I'LL TAKE THAT FIRST. THE "DATED" ILX MAKES ME REMEMBER WHY I DROVE The M5 for 10 years...........reality not hyperbole
I really wish Acura's styling excited me. Because nothing else about this car excites me. For 8 grand less the Civic Si Sedan CRUSHES this thing. In every way. Every way.
Nice little car for the money, especially if you price a recent cpo'd one. The interior is a bit old, but it's also kind of classic - and ages well. I might replace mu 2015 VW GTI with one of these. The Acura is short on power - especially torque - but will beat the GTI in long term reliability.
@@RomaneMaticaliseGordon damn ok, I dont think i can wait a whole year for a new car. Do u think I should just buy an ILX right now or is there another sedan I should get?? My price range is 20-35k
Kibbles I wouldn’t buy the current ILX, waste of money if you ask me. If you’re in the used market I would go Infiniti Q50 Red Sport, Lexus Is350, Acura TLX v6 SH-AWD if you want Japanese. If you want German used, I would go bmw 335i or 340i, Mercedes C450 AMG, Audi S4. I highly doubt you would get a decent new luxury sport sedan for 35k
Glad I chose the Civic Hatchback Sport Touring. I loved the ILX, but it felt like a small sedan looking for purpose in a highly contested market where used German sedans with better quality materials and luxury products reign supreme. The Acura might be somewhat dependable long term. Acura as a brand is starting to rebrand themselves. Give it a handful more years before I would even consider one. Too early to tell.
Pretty much an automatic ‘SI’, but looks way better imo. I wouldn’t mind one for a daily driver, since that N/A engine is known to be super reliable. For more power, you could go for a Honda Accord 2.0T sport - pretty common car though, but more value for the money.
Except for a couple of minor details, the exterior is much more appealing than the interior layout and that’s unfortunate because the ILX looks good imo.
Can’t wait until they redesign this model so it is similar to the new tlx. If the interior is similar to the tlx and exterior could stay about the same with a type s model I would buy for sure!
I have no complaints about the styling, but it's cramped, not like the present Civic sedan. Acura has a new short video for the ILX, and gives the impression it is all new for 2021, but it's the same, but they disabled comments. Wth? My guess is that it will be restyled for 2022, based on the new Civic, but not announced yet, and maybe several months after the Civics are made available in late spring 2021. I do like the styling, but in Apex Blue Pearl with the black interior. The red is just too much for me, but it has to have the ELS sound system, because that's the main reason I would want an Acura, and the ILX A Spec makes it the most affordable. Plus, the ILX still has a CD player, and the N/A 2.4L engine and DCT.
My thing about the ILX is that it was bound to fail from the beginning. It looks much better than what it did originally, but Acura failed the ILX. The engine, interior, and overall performance is very dated or not simply good enough. It fit well the old Acura idea in the mid 2010s to be a nicer Honda, but it's not anywhere near the idea of "Crafted Precision Performance" by being a nicer Civic. I think I saw in another view (possibly Motor Trend) that the ILX badge will be discontinued and that they may be returning with a whole new name plate. It's not a bad choice when comparing to a Civic, Corolla, or VW Jetta but in the premium world it should have been better.
Awesome fantastic review dude 👍 but Acura is a best brand..... One more thing manual gear..... Is better. Acura type S is a Hot like a California Lady.......
They did a great job on the front!!! But the back end looks like a limited cheaper design finish...but 130mph top speed isn't bad at all! RAITI luvs twinkies hahahah!
This car is an embarrassing product to be selling as a 2020 when the previous generation Accord has a more updated interior. Almost as bad as the 370z. At least that car has some power. 200 hp with AWD? That thing is a slug. A heavy 9th gen civic. It’s like a Lexus IS 200. Just buying it for the luxury badge. The exterior looks great, however.
I like this cars exterior, but the issue I have is that I have the 18 Elantra sport with turbo. I feel like this one isn't enough of an upgrade. Same 200, but my Elantra gives more torque. I might have to wait to see if they do something in 22.
You know if they dont want to change the interior thats fine but i think the screen should switch places so that the one with carplay its on the touchscreen because the other way around its just stupid
Until Acura makes something close to the Integra again, I’m afraid the Civic Si represents a much sportier option currently. Better looking, available with a slick-shifting 6-speed manual, more modern tech and interior - all for about $8k less!
Basically what’s happening next year though. U could get a used 2016 v6 for a good price and get 295hp I threw an intake on so I wouldn’t be surprised if I’m around 304hp. They are basically what u said and the whole line up are getting turbos. Think the base is 285hp. I’m not a big fan of turbos, just another liability.
Some call the interior dated, but with a real physical shifter controlling an honest stepped gear transmission, and more importantly, no piano black trim, no stuck on tablet infotainment screen, and a proper hand brake, I for one think that “dated” is actually a good thing.
Me too. I like basic cars with no frills or tech b.s.
the 2 screens concept is indeed a fail. they should’ve just had the top one and redesign the rest of the infotainment , everything else is fine by me
More reliable
@@err7273that’s really the only knock I have with the interior. Besides that it’s fine. Any interior with a screen will eventually feel dated but the dual screen is definitely a Zonk.
Three reasons why I purchased a new ILX A Spec last year. First, my Acura dealership is beautiful, with lots of perks that you aren't going to get from a dingy (mine is) Honda dealer. Second, it's different from the MILLIONS of civics that only differ in color. You can roll an ILX to a valet at that nice hotel you go to and not feel like a total commoner vs a Civic. Third, my dealer sold me my brand new pearl white A Spec for $26900. Overpriced and irrelevant? Not a Mercedes or Audi....but something a little special for under $27K.
Thanks for sharing that great input from your ownershipexperience!
But you are planning on dealership visits?
The 2019 refresh really did make a big difference. Car has more of a stance.
Steve was $26900 your Out the door price?
Despite the aggressive exterior styling, this is a car for more conservative buyers that value reliability and comfort over sportiness. Bought one of these recently with the Espresso interior, and the contrast of the leather really pops nicely. Biggest disappointment as others have mentioned is the outdated chassis and a somewhat bouncy ride. Though Acura is nominally a performance brand, this car is mostly about value and aesthetics.
I have a 2013 Acura ILX Premium. I have 150,000 miles on it. It still runs amazing. The V-Tech is an amazing engine.
your review videos are hands down the best there is. thanks for helping me make three great purchases in the last 3 years.
That is so incredible of you to say Landon.
Oh man that Acura ILX A-Spec look so fine. I simply love it
Hardest working man on TH-cam
Thanks Steve for saying that!
Picked up a Blue ILX with Red interior 2020 Aspec a month ago after also looking very closely at a used ILX Aspec, 2020 Sonata, 2020 Accord Sport and GTI. Watched your previous review before making my choice. I'm REALLY happy with the car!! Thanks for all the great reviews man. Keep it up!
The car could use a bit more power but to be honest the 8 speed DCT is lightning quick and makes the car perform great for the low HP...Also, once you're used to the 2 screens its much better in my opinion. It's great to have music on one screen and map/apple CarPlay on top screen =)
Well said bro. I have a white 2020 Acura aspec. Shifters are nice and quick.
You should have chose the accord sport, much faster , better interior, lower maintenance cost and cheaper insurance.
@@Crypto_Fly You should have chosen the accord sport, much faster , better interior, lower maintenance cost and cheaper insurance.
Short answer: No
Long answer: No, "A-Spec" isnt a performance trim...its just an appearance package
You are so very right!
Agreed, *Type S* is their performance line
Aspec has always just been an appearance trim on all models and still is
Thanks captain obvious
Yeah f sport is just an appearance package on the Lexus too. What’s your point?
A specs are clean and sporty thats what makes them good
You are so very right about that!
keep up the amazing work, thank you, im a fan all the way from IRAQ
Thank you for saying that and for being so supportive!
Good review Joe! I actually own a 2018 ILX A-spec and I couldn't agree more with the Zonks. I love my car but I'm just glad I leased it and get to drive something new in another year. Keep up the great work!
Thanks for the feed back I needed this info
My 2016 A Spec has the exact same interior. Waiting for that refresh. Great value and I got a great deal on a rebuilt title ILX with 12k miles last yest for $13k USD
THIS is a GREAT CAR, it has an actual transmission (not a CVT) and the engine is TIME TESTED.
Me: wow...nice exterior.
Me when seeing the rear: whyyyyy one little dinky exhaust??
Only people with tiny cocks need exhaust ports at all.
Paying homage to the integra
The ILX makes a great premium commuter car, I don’t feel like I’m spending 2 hours a day in a penalty box of car. It differentiates itself enough from the previous generation civic it came from.
it sounds like it needs a stronger exhaust system. That car looks too sporty for that single exhaust.
You hit the nail on the head!
@@RaitisRides I'm a car enthusiast. Not like I used to be, but it's there. lol
@@RaitisRides Cant you just do a resonator delete? 😄
For the power the engine puts out, a single exhaust output is the optimal choice for consistent torque on acceleration and keeping the shifts effortless and smooth to extend the life of the already durable DCT.
This car is really awkwardly positioned in the Honda/Acura lineup. A top trim civic actually has a more modern and nicer interior. The ILX, on the other hand, has a traditional automatic and more powerful engine than the civic and is only a few $k more expensive. If you look at the ILX as a more conservatively styled, luxury Civic SI (but with an automatic trans) it makes sense. The issue is that the ILX isn't really a competitive luxury vehicle, but it's still a pretty good value.
That colour is gorgeous. Nice review Joe.
I am so glad that yo like this one.
@@RaitisRides Keep em coming!
I have a bit of a soft spot for the ILX. I bought a low-miles 2014 CPO with the 2.4 liter engine, which came only with a 6-speed very slick shifting manual. It was the same engine as the previous generation Civic Si. Some people called the ILX just a rebadged Civic, but it was really a much nicer car in my opinion. Loved that car. Fun to drive, great fuel economy, and cheaper to insure than the Si. The only negatives were more body roll than you’d like, and you couldn’t get factory nav in the 2.4 back then. Sadly, that was the last Acura you could get with a stick. I’d have kept it longer had I not gotten a terrific deal on the new ND Miata I bought two years ago.
Great vid!! Can't wait for the 2022, hopefully it's a redesign on interior.
Got mine brand new last year, only 11k miles still runs perfect
Yeeeeeeeeeeessssssss maaaaaan!!! Some Acura on throttle tiiiiime!!!! I really hope a full redesign is coming for this lil jewel!!! It's not a bad car; that infotainment system is ancient (love that it has a CD player though👍🏼...I still have my two cases😂😂😂😂) and if I'm not mistaken it sits on the previous gen Civic platform?! 🤯🤯😭😭 Good looking car and great review as usual!!! 👍🏼🚗💨💨💨💨
You hit all the right points Mario! Thanks for watching!
Oh yeah man thanks and thanks for putting out this great content! 👍🏼🚗💨💨💨💨
If you're able to it would cool to see you do some older cars. Older but not yet "classic" like 3rd Gen Acura TL's, Honda S2000's, Infiniti G35s, and so on. Keep it up man.
Now 4.5 years and 26,000 miles - same flaw free reliable and quick, engaging car, which I always shift in Manual with the Paddles. Your choice: older, dated, simpler, reliable - or - newer, more complicated Tech, and less reliability - I'll still take simpler over the new, more Techy ones.....
Acura is doing nice things with these smaller models The upcoming TLX TYPE S is really going to sideline Lexus’s IS . But they really gave zero effort into their large sedans after the Legend. They aced that vehicle and couldn’t come close again . It’s nice to see sedans still alive . Thank you for the great review
Acura has left the ILX at.the bottom even Consumer Reports doesn't recommend it.
You are the best reviewer. U make it worthwhile.
Really hoping Acura “gets on throttle” with their revamping considering many brands are exiting the car segment or focusing on the SUV/truck market demand more; historically, we all know they’re capable - thanks for the great, thorough review as always & stay safe out there, Joe!
I like what you did there! You bring up some very good points and I know the changes are coming!
Please be safe as well!
Excellent Review, and I agree with all the specific points when it comes to the dated trim, interior, , and business side.🏁🏁
Thanks my friend!
I'd love to see Acura break out of the mid-tier pack and make some outstanding cars. Come on Honda, you have the money! Also the naming needs to go into the bin. Integra, Legend, etc. were so great!
I totally agree with you!
Exactly what im saying! I feel like they aren't attempting to reach their full potential
Kyron exactly what are they doing rn Ik they could be doing so much more because they have in the past.
They are moving in the right direction with the redesigned RDX and the upcoming TLX and TLX type s
Prelude as well
The engine is everything in this car. No CVT and it will last well over 100K and then some. All you need to do is change the oil and et all! And its still got a CD player!
I love the color of this car!!! Great job Joe.
I love the new exterior! The Civic looks much better inside though, especially the dashboard and tech.
I am so glad that you like this one.
This is a very nice car, I have a 2016 ILX Premium A-Spec, I love it. This car is very eye catching. But I hope Acura gives it a new interior and maybe a Type-S badge.
Impressive that you bring videos everyday
The single exhaust looks like an afterthought.
Love that colour.
I agree!
Joe your attention to detail in the styling as well as in the storage of frisbees is why I take your advice seriously. Great review. The single exhaust is curious. I’d rather get a Civic Si on any day.
the exterior still looks attractive and fresh, the interior is clearly outdated in amenities, tech, and luxury... performance is meh... this ILX needs some love ASAP from Acura
Agree the exterior is spot on, interior is great, but could use a new infotainment system. Power is more then adequate and still fun. Shifts are excellent and it handles well. I say all this as I have a 2017 and will soon be picking up a 2020. Acura treat you like family, go above and beyond, great warranty, fantastic resale value.
That interior doesn’t convince me... it’s dated an for a 30k sedan, I think I’d rather spend that on something else
Agreed, the interior, infotainment, powertrain, and chassis is well over 10 years old. Definitely outdated, but on the flip side it's also proven to be an extremely reliable car. That K-series engine has stood the test of time.
It is nothing more than a little fancy civic. Have one in my driveway right now. Lots of hard plastic and a basic interior. The power is mediocre at best. It gets me reliably from point a to b.
No one is paying 30k. Dealers will discount this 30%. They're doing the same with the TLX Aspec. At that price, it's a great car
@@ft9kop You sure dealers will discount that much? I'm not seeing anything close to that in the market right now.
@@junhawng it's bc Corona is jacking all the car prices now due to no new supplies, new and used. Prior to corona, and after Corona, they will go back to discounting. Come fall when production returns to normal, the discounting will return, probably even better bc the new 2021 TLX redesign is releasing. Also, you'll have to communicate with a salesman to get the best price
Really enjoy your work, Joe. Very thorough. So is this the end for the ILX?? I really dig this car!
You're the hardest working man on TH-cam
My MDX was in the shop getting serviced during the weekend and had the opportunity to drive this gorgeous car for 3 days! Beautiful pearl white exterior with red interior, but it was super tiny! 🤣 Took me awhile to get used to it but it was beautiful and smooth ride too.
Hey joe you should do a review of the 2020 kia cadenza it looks really nice I just saw one parked in front of my local kia dealer
I am waiting to get one!
The Cadenza is beautiful indeed!
I really wnat to get an Acura ILX for my first car! I love how it’s priced.
Hi
Did you finally buy your ?
Ilx?
Got a quote on a base model recently, $4896 off the MSRP.
I totally believe it!
Huge waste of money, base model you get nothing
That Acura has a lot of nice features including the looks but the single exhaust is a buzz kill.
Yo Raiti! I love the content, keep it up! I see you have almost 300k subs! I anticipate a box of Ding Dongs when you get to 1m. I called it, just watch.
ILX Type S would be nice. Turbocharge 2.4L. Rear Vents etc
that car is more show than go. (Nice driving, Joe).
That is a very good way to put it! Thanks man!
Just waiting for the 2021 Acura TLX review 😌
Can't wait for you to be inside the new 2021 TLX this fall
Your review is why I bought a 2021 Kia Forte GT. I am strongly considering buying an IXL for my beautiful wife. Thanks for always reviewing the obscure :-)
nice car joe big ciao see you in your next video hasta la vista hermano
At least you won't have issues with oil dilution that turbocharged Honda engines are having....
not sure how many read this review anymore but I mentioned this to Joe a while ago. In 1987 I bought a new BMW M5 and owned it for 10 years and 75,000 miles. I bought a new ILX in 2019 and have now owned it for 3.5 years and 20,000 miles........the dimensions are exactly the same as my M5 - the ILX has 201HP NA K24 and the 8 speed DCT Auto Trans - the M5 had the NA straight 6 with 256HP and 5 speed Manual. The M5 weighed 400 lbls more than my ILX - I can tell you from my experience and from the performance specs that the two cars "feel" almost exactly the same. Yes the M5 is "dated" now AT 34 years old and the ILX may be "dated" compared to newer cars BUT I'll take "dated" ANY DAY OVER THE NEWER CARS WITH ALL THEIR CVT'S AND UPPED PRICES - GIVE ME QUIK AND THE RIGHT SIZE AND RELIABILITY AND I'LL TAKE THAT FIRST. THE "DATED" ILX MAKES ME REMEMBER WHY I DROVE The M5 for 10 years...........reality not hyperbole
This car looks freaking awesome! Do they have it in Australia or only in the US and Japan?
I bought this car I love it!! Great everyday driver!
How is the touch sceeen and navigation?
Can't wait to see what they do with the redesign. The new TLX and MDX are sexy as hell
I really wish Acura's styling excited me. Because nothing else about this car excites me. For 8 grand less the Civic Si Sedan CRUSHES this thing. In every way. Every way.
Great job on the review.
looks like you don't take vacation at all! Hard working there :)
Thanks for saying that! I appreciate your support!
Thanks for the review Joe :)
Nice little car for the money, especially if you price a recent cpo'd one.
The interior is a bit old, but it's also kind of classic - and ages well.
I might replace mu 2015 VW GTI with one of these.
The Acura is short on power - especially torque - but will beat the GTI in long term reliability.
I am so glad that you like this one.
I fell in love with the exterior of this car but the interior just killed my excitement unfortunately
Looks like a 2009 civic
This why I got the TLX. The inside... 😓
Great compact car, can’t wait to see the redesign
When’s that coming out?
Kibbles Next year I think, don’t quote me on that. They will also change the name from ILX
@@RomaneMaticaliseGordon damn ok, I dont think i can wait a whole year for a new car. Do u think I should just buy an ILX right now or is there another sedan I should get?? My price range is 20-35k
Kibbles I wouldn’t buy the current ILX, waste of money if you ask me. If you’re in the used market I would go Infiniti Q50 Red Sport, Lexus Is350, Acura TLX v6 SH-AWD if you want Japanese. If you want German used, I would go bmw 335i or 340i, Mercedes C450 AMG, Audi S4. I highly doubt you would get a decent new luxury sport sedan for 35k
Glad I chose the Civic Hatchback Sport Touring. I loved the ILX, but it felt like a small sedan looking for purpose in a highly contested market where used German sedans with better quality materials and luxury products reign supreme. The Acura might be somewhat dependable long term. Acura as a brand is starting to rebrand themselves. Give it a handful more years before I would even consider one. Too early to tell.
Thanks for sharing that input from your experience!
Pretty much an automatic ‘SI’, but looks way better imo. I wouldn’t mind one for a daily driver, since that N/A engine is known to be super reliable. For more power, you could go for a Honda Accord 2.0T sport - pretty common car though, but more value for the money.
Except for a couple of minor details, the exterior is much more appealing than the interior layout and that’s unfortunate because the ILX looks good imo.
Better interior than the Civic, but I passed on it because you can't get a manual.
Can’t wait until they redesign this model so it is similar to the new tlx. If the interior is similar to the tlx and exterior could stay about the same with a type s model I would buy for sure!
Great review sir
I have no complaints about the styling, but it's cramped, not like the present Civic sedan. Acura has a new short video for the ILX, and gives the impression it is all new for 2021, but it's the same, but they disabled comments. Wth? My guess is that it will be restyled for 2022, based on the new Civic, but not announced yet, and maybe several months after the Civics are made available in late spring 2021. I do like the styling, but in Apex Blue Pearl with the black interior. The red is just too much for me, but it has to have the ELS sound system, because that's the main reason I would want an Acura, and the ILX A Spec makes it the most affordable. Plus, the ILX still has a CD player, and the N/A 2.4L engine and DCT.
Thanks for sharing that great input!
My thing about the ILX is that it was bound to fail from the beginning. It looks much better than what it did originally, but Acura failed the ILX. The engine, interior, and overall performance is very dated or not simply good enough. It fit well the old Acura idea in the mid 2010s to be a nicer Honda, but it's not anywhere near the idea of "Crafted Precision Performance" by being a nicer Civic. I think I saw in another view (possibly Motor Trend) that the ILX badge will be discontinued and that they may be returning with a whole new name plate. It's not a bad choice when comparing to a Civic, Corolla, or VW Jetta but in the premium world it should have been better.
Awesome fantastic review dude 👍 but Acura is a best brand..... One more thing manual gear..... Is better. Acura type S is a Hot like a California Lady.......
Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this one!
It’s a nice car, interior is very old, needs new infotainment, more newer tech, overall a very reliable vehicle, just outdated
They did a great job on the front!!! But the back end looks like a limited cheaper design finish...but 130mph top speed isn't bad at all! RAITI luvs twinkies hahahah!
Who doesn't? I am glad that you like this one.
This car is an embarrassing product to be selling as a 2020 when the previous generation Accord has a more updated interior. Almost as bad as the 370z. At least that car has some power. 200 hp with AWD? That thing is a slug. A heavy 9th gen civic. It’s like a Lexus IS 200. Just buying it for the luxury badge.
The exterior looks great, however.
It’s not AWD. It’s also heavily discounted by dealers and a heck of a deal right now.
@@chrisa2223 How much of a discount are you seeing on it right now? I have only been seeing $1000 discount for even the 2019 models.
Jun Hong In CT, true car gave me $3600 off a 2020 ILX w/Premium package. Sticker $28775, market average $25142
Chris A222 Lol, nice lie dude but try harder next time
Perk Here fuck off troll. True car is an app. Try downloading it and using it. It isn’t very hard to verify what I said.
Huge changes from the 21 ILX to the 23 Integra. Seems nothing was carried over. I was shocked this wasn’t based on the Gen 10 Civic.
Nice looking car, it has a sporty luxury look
Is this a compact or midsize, and is it reliable?
Nice review brodaaa
sounds great stock and a good sized engine that should last a long time - no AWD though-
This is very true!
great engine sound
Joe I absolutely love the car and the color until 6:12 and seen the awful infotainment lol
Trust me that is where the wheels fall off the wagon for me as well.
I don't think it needs a dual exhaust, it needs a wide single exhaust in the middle like the Honda Civic Si or Honda Sport.
Another great review Joe. Nice car but interior design seems to dated compared to some competitors, needs a refresh
This is based on the gen 9 civic. Rear seat is a 1 Piece when it folds down. Let's get a new model soon , but first civic gen 11
4:24 at least put a fake one over there, make it look better . Hi Joe
I like this cars exterior, but the issue I have is that I have the 18 Elantra sport with turbo. I feel like this one isn't enough of an upgrade. Same 200, but my Elantra gives more torque. I might have to wait to see if they do something in 22.
I'm curious as to the leg room since I'm 6'5 inches will my legs bend to much. My preference is to stretch my legs more
Inda like that they used a slightly older 2.4 with an 8dct instead of the 1.5T/cvt
Hope I get the ILX Aspec as a first car
You know if they dont want to change the interior thats fine but i think the screen should switch places so that the one with carplay its on the touchscreen because the other way around its just stupid
I'm really digging this beautiful Acura. Just need to update the interior though.
Yep
A3 all day all night my broda
This would win in reliability.
No thanks. Honda a-a-a-all the way ;)
@@jojokuki9701 look at the interior
@@jojokuki9701 and safty difference
@@sv52308 nobody can beat Audi in interior design... but living in the US and Honda's reliability - Honda is the better buy to maintain
Until Acura makes something close to the Integra again, I’m afraid the Civic Si represents a much sportier option currently. Better looking, available with a slick-shifting 6-speed manual, more modern tech and interior - all for about $8k less!
Wtf? Single exhaust. The designer was stoned or something? 4cyl turbo with 270hp would be awesome in this car. The exterior design is nice.
That would make the current v6 basically useless
@@Cynical496 yes. 250hp would be ideal. 300hp tlx is ideal.
Troy Truong thats what the v6 is lol
Basically what’s happening next year though. U could get a used 2016 v6 for a good price and get 295hp I threw an intake on so I wouldn’t be surprised if I’m around 304hp. They are basically what u said and the whole line up are getting turbos. Think the base is 285hp. I’m not a big fan of turbos, just another liability.
I like the 2018 aspec tlx not standard tlx. Aspec is mote aggressive. Im looking to upgrade my 07 tsx with 250k miles lol
It looks and feels like the Civic SI. obviously, Acura is Honda.
That’s a very fancy Civic looking. Acura is no competition to Genesis man.
This is smaller than a Genesis G70. I can't wait to see how the 2021 TLX competes with the G70!