Chevrolet Malibu vs Acura TLX
Overview | |
MSRP$21,680 | MSRP$33,000 |
Listings818 | Listings225 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 |
Reviews Summary | |
Reviews SummaryThe Acura TLX has offered competent performance since it was introduced in 2015, replacing the old TSX and TL sedans. With a redesigned face, a faster infotainment system, retuned transmissions and extra standard safety, Acura aims to woo new customers to the segment who have so far largely ignored this “also-ran.” But it’s the sporty new A-Spec package that’s the real winner for 2018. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.5L 160 hp I4 | Engine2.4L 206 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower160 hp @ 5700 rpm | Horsepower206 hp @ 6800 rpm |
MPG City27 | MPG City23 |
MPG Highway36 | MPG Highway33 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.5L 160 hp I4 | Engine Name2.4L 206 hp I4 |
Torque184 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm | Torque182 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm |
Horsepower160 hp @ 5700 rpm | Horsepower206 hp @ 6800 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City27 | MPG City23 |
MPG Highway36 | MPG Highway33 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space15.8 cu ft | Cargo Space14.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight3086 lbs | Curb Weight3505 lbs |
Height57.6 in | Height57.0 in |
Length193.8 in | Length191.7 in |
Width73.0 in | Width73.0 in |
Wheelbase111.4 in | Wheelbase109.3 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload992 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $21,680 | $33,000 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.8 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | ||
Summary | The Acura TLX has offered competent performance since it was introduced in 2015, replacing the old TSX and TL sedans. With a redesigned face, a faster infotainment system, retuned transmissions and extra standard safety, Acura aims to woo new customers to the segment who have so far largely ignored this “also-ran.” But it’s the sporty new A-Spec package that’s the real winner for 2018. | |
Video | No video found | |
Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.5L 160 hp I4 | 2.4L 206 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 160 hp @ 5700 rpm | 206 hp @ 6800 rpm |
MPG City | 27 | 23 |
MPG Highway | 36 | 33 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.5L 160 hp I4 | 2.4L 206 hp I4 |
Torque | 184 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm | 182 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm |
Horsepower | 160 hp @ 5700 rpm | 206 hp @ 6800 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 27 | 23 |
MPG Highway | 36 | 33 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 15.8 cu ft | 14.3 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3086 lbs | 3505 lbs |
Height | 57.6 in | 57.0 in |
Length | 193.8 in | 191.7 in |
Width | 73.0 in | 73.0 in |
Wheelbase | 111.4 in | 109.3 in |
Maximum Payload | 992 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |

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