MINI Cooper vs Acura TLX
Overview | |
MSRP$27,400 | MSRP$45,000 |
Average price$22,500 | Average price$30,322 |
Listings583 | Listings388 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.3 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryYou either join the MINI camp or shake your head “no.” There has never been a middle ground with a MINI. That’s the point—to drive a fun-looking, fun-to-drive small car that’s unlike anything else in the neighbourhood. For 2023, the MINI Cooper offers a limited-run Resolute Edition and a few new paint colours. Our test drive was with a two-door Hardtop John Cooper Works (JCW) while participating in a rally with more than 700 MINI owners. Maybe next time you’ll join them with your new MINI. | |
Reviews SummaryThe 2024 Acura TLX introduces a handsome new grille and some bigger screens, but it retains the same chassis and powertrains as the 2023 model. Available with either a turbocharged four-cylinder engine or a turbo V6 in the speedy Type S trim, the TLX puts performance first, practicality second. Verdict: It’s weirdly sized, looking like a midsize sedan on the outside but feeling like a compact sedan on the inside, but the TLX is an excellent performer. Overall, it’s a great choice for shoppers looking to buy a sports sedan on a budget. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.5L 134 hp I3 | Engine |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive Train |
Seating Capacity4 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower134 hp @ 4500 rpm | Horsepower |
MPG City29 | MPG City |
MPG Highway38 | MPG Highway |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.5L 134 hp I3 | Engine Name2.0L 272 hp I4 |
Torque162 lb-ft @ 1480 rpm | Torque280 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower134 hp @ 4500 rpm | Horsepower272 hp @ 6500 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City29 | MPG City |
MPG Highway38 | MPG Highway |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity4 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/MoonroofStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall4 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space8.7 cu ft | Cargo Space13.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight2769 lbs | Curb Weight3756 lbs |
Height55.7 in | Height56.4 in |
Length152.2 in | Length194.6 in |
Width75.9 in | Width75.2 in |
Wheelbase98.2 in | Wheelbase113.0 in |
Maximum Payload694 lbs | Maximum Payload838 lbs |
Number of doors2 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $27,400 | $45,000 |
Average price | $22,500 | $30,322 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.6 | 4.7 |
Expert reviews | 6.3 out of 10Read full review | 7.3 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | You either join the MINI camp or shake your head “no.” There has never been a middle ground with a MINI. That’s the point—to drive a fun-looking, fun-to-drive small car that’s unlike anything else in the neighbourhood. For 2023, the MINI Cooper offers a limited-run Resolute Edition and a few new paint colours. Our test drive was with a two-door Hardtop John Cooper Works (JCW) while participating in a rally with more than 700 MINI owners. Maybe next time you’ll join them with your new MINI. | The 2024 Acura TLX introduces a handsome new grille and some bigger screens, but it retains the same chassis and powertrains as the 2023 model. Available with either a turbocharged four-cylinder engine or a turbo V6 in the speedy Type S trim, the TLX puts performance first, practicality second. Verdict: It’s weirdly sized, looking like a midsize sedan on the outside but feeling like a compact sedan on the inside, but the TLX is an excellent performer. Overall, it’s a great choice for shoppers looking to buy a sports sedan on a budget. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.5L 134 hp I3 | |
Drive Train | FWD | |
Seating Capacity | 4 | 5 |
Horsepower | 134 hp @ 4500 rpm | |
MPG City | 29 | |
MPG Highway | 38 | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.5L 134 hp I3 | 2.0L 272 hp I4 |
Torque | 162 lb-ft @ 1480 rpm | 280 lb-ft @ 1600 rpm |
Horsepower | 134 hp @ 4500 rpm | 272 hp @ 6500 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 29 | |
MPG Highway | 38 | |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 4 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | Standard |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 8.7 cu ft | 13.5 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 2769 lbs | 3756 lbs |
Height | 55.7 in | 56.4 in |
Length | 152.2 in | 194.6 in |
Width | 75.9 in | 75.2 in |
Wheelbase | 98.2 in | 113.0 in |
Maximum Payload | 694 lbs | 838 lbs |
Number of doors | 2 | 4 |
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