2022 Acura ILX POV Drive - Fun Luxury Compact Sedan?

[@Idtelos]

I have this car and I got it because I didn't like the new Integra. Also, I believe this is the Honda's last best engine-transmission combination Honda will make. I don't care for low displacement turbocharged engines, and even less for CVTs.

[@keke6894]

I don’t know but Acura drive more smooth to me then the Honda it’s more heavier Acura more lighter

[@TonyKimtheamusementparkfan]

I will say Honda does good CVTs, but this 8-speed dual clutch is just amazingly quick and smooth. Plus who doesn't love that VTEC engagement point at 5000 RPM plus how high this 4-cylinder revs?

[@rouvem12]

Are the seats soft or hard? How quiet is the ride?

[@Idtelos]

@@rouvem12 Tires are soft center. The ride is quiet as long as you don't modified it. Note, this is is entry level lexury sports sedan. Don't expect Rolls Royce comfort.

[@sachemrock]

I agree 100%. Low displacement turbo engines have oil dilution problems and wear out faster than naturally aspirated engines and CVT transmissions are cheap alternatives to traditional automatic transmissions that wear out faster and are not as rugged as a regular automatic. They also take all the joy out of driving and make you feel like you’re driving a vacuum cleaner. 😡

[@jonathanangbrandt1534]

I have the 2022 blue aspec and I love it. The outside of the car looks so good.

[@dsy096]

I've got 2022 ACURA ILX ASPEC back in 2022 Jan I've drove 15k miles so far I love it. I could of got tlx for couple stacks more but oh well aint bad for 36k with 5yrs free maintenance

[@tomdolgin5441]

I own this exact car, color, interior and Aspec Premium trim. It’s a great car at a great price. I actually don’t think the interior is outdated as much as people think. Before this, I had a 2012 Acura TSX 2.4 with basically the same engine. The interior was slightly better quality in the TSX with certain touch points. The only downside to the ILX is that you really need to put at least 91 gas in it. I put 93 because the majority of gas stations don’t carry 91, only WaWa here in Florida. I tried 87 regular many times and the engine is just sluggish and sounds louder. The acceleration also suffers a lot. I haven’t noticed any better mpg’s using 93 though. Anyways, I love the car. I feel it’s an upgrade from my 2012 TSX that I put 233k miles on and it was still running strong and NO lights on the dash. It didn’t even eat a drop of oil between changes. Acura should have kept the ILX nameplate instead of Integra so that the names aligned correctly with the entire lineup. And they should have kept the 8-DCT and attached it to the 1.5T. CVT’s are horrible and boring and they are prone to failure.

[@Iegend17]

Wow 233k that’s crazy. I think for the gas 91 and above is required on acura. My Honda Accord 2.0t premium was recommend but not required. ILX is a great car and I love. I love Hondas and yes they messed with the integra putting a cvt in it. I honestly thought acura would put the 8 speed dct or the 10 speed. I wish Honda comes out with a 10 speed DCT. that would be awesome. My accord has the 10 speed and I loved. Hahaha Wawa is great I have seen it in Florida when I went there for vacation. I drove my tesla there and there is just a tesla charging station in almost every Wawa I went to

[@jonathanstoddard2081]

I can definitely attest to the longevity of a 2nd gen TSX. I have a 2010 model, 2.4L Tech Package, that's currently showing 231k & change, also without a single warning light shining on the dash. It has been a phenomenally good car that's fixing to be passed down to my daughter as her first car once my TLX finally gets here. 😊

[@millanmixy]

I was gonna wait for Integra but when I saw that it's literally Honda Civic inside I didn't want to buy it anymore.. If it had 2.0T or 2.4 with 8 or 10 a/trans would wait for that car and go for it.. I like the new interior but combination of 1.5T and CVT just killed it for me.. You don't put 1.5T and CVT in fucking "luxury" vehicles.. -.-

[@noorsaleh1220]

does your 2022 ilx make vibrations at 80 mph

[@tomdolgin5441]

@@noorsaleh1220 No, I do not have vibrations at 80mph, nor at any speed. I’m assuming yours is, so I would take it to the dealer and have them balance the tires and do an alignment. If your ILX was sitting on the lot for a few months or even weeks and wasn’t moved around much, the tires can get “flat spots” in them and at certain speeds will vibrate the car. Only driving 1,500 miles or so will smooth them out and make the flat spots go away. Also, having too low of tire pressure or one tire that’s just a bit higher or lower than the others will cause a vibration too. Where exactly are you feeling this vibration? In the steering wheel or is the body of the car shaking?

[@Blank00]

Last application of the K24 in the US. Hopefully Honda can revive the K24 with an Odyssey hybrid or Pilot hybrid

[@1Jack22]

ILX with 8 speed DCT > Integra with CVT

[@Iegend17]

Yea sadly. Tbh there is no need for a manual if they offered the integra with the 8 speed DCT

[@marvdatboi]

Meth smokers

[@_risley6911]

I just got an a spec ilx was going for the integra until they told me about the drivetrain. Got to test drive a manual one tho it was real nice. The ilx dct is very fun 👍

[@dmanatan]

8 speed DCT > 6 speed manual

[@anthonycruciani939]

​@@Iegend17There's always a need for a manual option as long as it's a Honda/Acura manual. All other manuals are janky junk compared to silky smooth Honda/Acura 6 speeds.

[@addison2901]

the car is perfict and idk why ppl say the 2 screen is bad to me is grate i have the carplay on top and i can change my tunes with out geting out the maps

[@zalien6]

What else does the bottom screen do? Is it for climate control too?

[@briantaylor6119]

@@zalien6yes

[@redd__tomato]

I think its about time they did an update on this car

[@stanley2412]

This 8 speed torque-converted dual clutch is really nice, why they won't put it under the new Integra, but with a CVT?

[@Iegend17]

Oh wow it will have a CVT transmission. I honestly thought they would put the 10 speed. That really suckssss. I wish they make dual clutch 10 speed. It will be so fast. I think it should’ve been in the type s tlx

[@stanley2412]

@@Iegend17 yeah, totally agree. Anything other than the CVT is better, lol. Not understanding what they are thinking.

[@cornholioyo725]

@@stanley2412 the new Integra is based off the civic SI . So basically whatever powertrain the civic got , the integra got . Wasn’t surprising at all tbh . But , theirs still a civic type R to come out with 300hp or more so I think we will see a better transmission when the integra gets the same engine with a type S badge

[@vladv7019]

Nice video, thanks! Do you know if it is possible to install a chip tuning to get some more horse power?

[@brianzapata6406]

I did it to my ILX I put a kn filter and a cold air intake definitely can fit

[@bane1667]

I have this car. It's a bit slow and the suspension is awful, but once you get a hang of the sport mode + paddle shifting, it can be pretty fun. The only thing is that the suspension makes you bounce on bumps. They really should've given it a racier suspension and slightly wider wheel base. Would've made it more of a drivers car.

[@isaaclara7345]

You have it backwards, sport based suspension systems are always going to feel rougher on the road than a softer more economical suspension system.

[@bane1667]

My bad@@isaaclara7345

[@idtyu]

From what I heard, Honda cannot make dct any other way without violating someone else's patent, so they literally put 2 sets of gear boxes inside. Which made it heavy and they cannot make it any faster, and torque is lower as well. But this makes it more responsive than other dct.

[@ShowMeWhatINeedToKnow]

That interior looks straight out of 2012. Yak. On a positive note that are lots of buttons, so that's good (don't like touch capacitive stuff).

[@cornholioyo725]

the car came out in 2013 i believe so you're spot on

[@f22jax]

Man, I just commented how it looks like my 2012 Honda Pilot!! The interior looks the same, especially that infotainment screen!!

[@franticmessenger]

I own a 17 ILX tech plus and a 16 RDX tech. Both interior is similar to each other, same steering wheels and infotainment system, both ELS sound.

[@jonathantaone7363]

People don’t realize with the ‘22 ILX i can use CarPlay/Android auto on top screen for maps and wifey can connect to Bluetooth audio lower screen for music . You can connect 2 different phones to two different screens using a cable and Bluetooth. My ‘19 RX doesn’t have CarPlay/android and only one phone at a time? People bitch and moan about the dual screen setup but will miss it in a few years. People also used to bitch about the late 00’s early ‘10s TLX and TL with the “shield grill.” That tlx came with a 3.7L V6 300hp and sh-awd and aged nicely. The wagon tsx is super rare and a great ride that looks amazing nowadays.

[@jeanviloria1988]

That interior is the one they chose to do for the last ILX???

[@TonyKimtheamusementparkfan]

They've been doing it since 2013, so no surprise there. And Acura isn't really well known for updating their vehicles too much. Honda and Acura are pretty conservative with design language, so I'm not surprised that this interior from almost 10 years ago is still being used even for the last ILX.

[@jeanviloria1988]

@@TonyKimtheamusementparkfan it is really embarrassing lol, was considering this car as my next car for when I’m done with my current but that interior is ugly 💀💀

[@TonyKimtheamusementparkfan]

@@jeanviloria1988 I wouldn't say it's ugly but it's just old.

[@carlosesparzavazquez4753]

@@TonyKimtheamusementparkfan agree it’s not ugly but once you buy it you gonna really be like damn this shit feels old and outdated kinda feels like 2013 ilx lol but at least get the red seats that’s what I like about it’s sexy haha but the exterior is just nice really nice

[@constantinokakares4822]

Does this require premium gas or does 89 work fine?

[@slapmyjoysticks1006]

Minimum 87 recommended 91, unlike older Acura’s that took premium only, or like my is350 F sport which is premium only as well

[@ramonhuizar5197]

How's the ride quality in terms of comfort? Is it on the stiffer side ... GLI/GTI/SI level, or a bit more forgiving?

[@KTBTVHD]

The civics drive sportier. This car is comfy moreso than sporty. But still it’s a fun drive regardless

[@MC_CEHA]

My brother has a 2019 ILX and its more on the stiffer side over imperfections and bumps. A 370Z I drove felt softer than the ILX on the same bumps.

[@lefthanded5473]

It rides stiff but still smooth enough to remind you it’s luxury.

[@burntavocado5033]

How do you spec the black headliner? Like what package do I need to get?

[@TonyKimtheamusementparkfan]

Even though that interior is very very old, over 10 years old at this point, I still quite like it, not going to lie. It's simple to use with all the physical buttons, and I think for a car that is an entry-level luxury sedan, it's a good option just for a car to get places. I'm one of those people. 8-speed dual clutch transmission with that torque converter is great with that 2.4L 4-cylinder engine, and another one of the best things about that car. Same transmission and engine in the base TLX from 2015.

[@Gropmag215]

I agree. I actually really like the dual screens. It looks better than a tablet stuck on the dash.

[@TonyKimtheamusementparkfan]

@@Gropmag215 I think everyone can get in and use it immediately. That's what I like about it.

[@blarghman332]

@@Gropmag215 absolutely, this car is a great used buy. I would love this over an integra with a stressed out 1.5T and CVT.

[@dsy096]

I agreed with simple tech and I love it! Instead of buying new integra, I bought 22 ILX ASPEC and I love it so far!

[@TonyKimtheamusementparkfan]

@@dsy096 if you want that high revving Honda VTEC engine and a dual clutch, this is the car to go with, even used is a good choice :)

[@phillipnnn]

i do think the black exterior and red interior really makes this car looks good any other color not so much imo

[@jbm0866]

2 things: It's criminal Acura is charging $32k for a tarted up 9th gen (we're now in gen 11) Civic in 2021-22, and also criminal they decided to put a CVT on the yet to be released Integra when they have a nice 8 speed dual clutch auto in their parts bin. I mean seriously, what were they thinking?🙈

[@millanmixy]

I don't even think they really thought everything thru tbh.. I was excited but when I saw that combo of 1.5T and CVT it really killed it for me

[@jbm0866]

@@millanmixy The most important thing for me are the manual transmission and hatchback, they got that part right, and to my eyes better looks than the Si. The CVT does suck for people who wont learn to drive a manual yet otherwise might buy an Integra, but then again maybe those type buyers wont care as long as it performs decently well? Guess we will see.

[@millanmixy]

@@jbm0866 I live in Chicago brother, I'm European and I know how to drive manual but I don't want to get manual because there is a lot of traffic! Also I drive to work 30 miles a day, I'm not about that life to change gears every 5 seconds, I've done it back home for 3 years before coming to the US. I drove semi truck with manual as well, so I know what I'm talking about. I could've live with 1.5T but 8 or 10 auto/transmission was a must, really disappointing considering I really like the hatch and both interior and exterior looks...

[@jbm0866]

@@millanmixy I hear you, I've had 5 different manual trans cars over the years, and while it's true they are more fun and engaging, the realities of every day life make an auto trans much more liveable day to day. I live in the DFW area and I'll never forget one day I had a really rough day at work and just wanted to get home...at the time I had an old '78 Datsun 280Z and I had just put a new clutch on the weekend before so it was still a little stiff...and I got caught in 1.5 hours worth of bumper to bumper, barely moving traffic...and that day I couldnt even exit to side streets because of construction projects. My knee and ankle will never be the same lol. Having said that, still doesnt excuse Acura from using a CVT on the Integra when the ILX (you can probably still find a 2021 on a dealer lot somehwere) by all accounts had a very good 8 speed DCT, in fact some reviewers praised it as the single best thing about that car. (Based on 9th gen Civic, arguably weakest Civic platform)

[@millanmixy]

@@jbm0866 If I have money to buy another car I'm definitely getting some manual as my weekend fun car but for every day I'm getting automatic. But I don't have money for that so I need one reliable car that I like. I was in the market to get one ILX, they are selling used one for MSRP with few thousand miles.. I was ready to buy it buy they didn't give me enough money for my car as a trade in and I backed down. Also I wasn't really sold on the vehicle since it's really really outdated and it's very sad that the car that is 2022 ILX looks like my KIA Optima 2012 interior wise.. Also to mention that is much smaller vehicle which isn't that big of the deal but to spend 30k on the car that looks like my 2012 KIA was absurd... But I love the car, the way it drives and 2.4 engine with 8 auto trans was really nice! So I might still go for it, I'm thinking about it. Maybe I'll just wait another year when the chip shortage is over and the cars will be cheaper.

[@aaronmorales6811]

@legend17 would you choose the old or 2021 accord sport 1.5 t?

[@chrisniyubahwe5686]

I had a question the sedan acura are they targeted in the stolen cars category

[@KTBTVHD]

I’ve always been scared to drive in sport mode unless I was passing someone on the freeway…. You did city driving in sport mode… wow! I didnt know it could be done

[@Iegend17]

Why did you think only highway?

[@KTBTVHD]

@@Iegend17 to be honest… just ignorance. Thought I was tearing up the car by keeping it in sport mode at low Speeds

[@stevendu2104]

Very good car.

[@Iegend17]

💯💯💯

[@rafffer3951]

Acura drop the ball with the integra that vehicle needs - proper transmission… DCT

[@keke6894]

Oh this would be a great first car?

[@f22jax]

It’s a nice car, but the interior is extremely dated. It reminds me of my 2012 Honda Pilot interior with the integrated slanted glass covered infotainment screen. The interior is nice, but just a little old and needs to be retired.

[@TonyKimtheamusementparkfan]

Best thing about the interior is the simplicity~~ I think anyone can get in and be able to get used to all the controls quite quickly.

[@f22jax]

@@TonyKimtheamusementparkfan very nice take. I do like the easy-to-use infotainment and climate system.

[@TonyKimtheamusementparkfan]

@@f22jax I would be perfectly content getting this ILX~ I'm a simple person, and while this interior is old, I'm be perfectly content with its usability.

[@reynaldocordero4247]

Acura by Executive need to repave their car lot. Really looks it. That faded and patched car lot is doing those brand new Acuras a disservice. In my opinion.

[@WhiteKitta]

Great video.....I love the interior look but I hate that it is all Black.... I refuse to buy any more all black Interior cars sooooo BORING!!!!

[@xxxsuperxxx6938]

I don’t like the interior that much that wheel💀

[@AUDI15849]

I like this car, but I also hate it. The only reason why I hate it is because it's so slow.

[@fishmonger3796]

This doesn't hold a candle to the TLX's

[@Iegend17]

The ILX is more fun since it’s lighter. Of course the tlx handles way way better

[@XxToNeeXx]

The Integra is such a massive let down. It’s is slower, has a lower top speed, has a shit cvt, and the interior is a huge downgrade.

[@350z33hr]

That interior with the two screen layout looks cheap AF for a "luxury brand". It looks like late 2000's interior

[@diegolerma1516]

Lmao my 2011 srx suv makes 265hp 223lb/ft. Torque. With the 3.0 direct injection engine

[@leumamk5259]

The interior looks extremely outdated and even cheap

[@cornholioyo725]

2013 design

[@f22jax]

2011-2013

[@dmanatan]

It’s a $32k car.

[@mathewm3073]

@@dmanatan audi a3 27k car looks 1000 times better

[@dmanatan]

@@mathewm3073 I’ll guess you’re not even old enough to purchase a car given your response. Zero chance an A3 is $27k comparably equipped

[@xxk4rilsxx]

2012 interior New accord looks better and that’s already old lmfao

[@cornholioyo725]

the ilx is older tho lmao . This ilx has been out since 2013 i believe , just refreshed throughout the years, major interior refresh was in 2016 , 2022 is the last year for it . The new accord came out in 2019 so ofc it will look newer

[@f22jax]

@@cornholioyo725 actually the new accord came out in late 2017 as the 2018 model. But everything else you’ve said sounds up to par. But yeah, this ILX’s interior looks straight out of my 2012 Honda Pilot.

[@cornholioyo725]

@@f22jax yes yes you are correct , 2018 was launch year !

[@TonyKimtheamusementparkfan]

Yeah I mean the new Accord is so much better and modern~ While the 10-speed automatic in the higher trims of the Accord is good, I'd much prefer this 8-speed dual clutch transmission with a torque converter. I wish the new Accord had that.

[@cornholioyo725]

@@TonyKimtheamusementparkfan for sure , the dual clutch transmission sadly on made it into the ILX and the Acura unicorn that sadly no one seen the potential in the RLX hybrid with 377hp. Was an amazing vehicle I wish more people bought the RLX . 3.5 NA engine , electric motors on the rear axle to make it awd and a dual clutch transmission .

[@mathewm3073]

Acura ain't a luxury brand let's face it 💀

[@jonathantaone7363]

Yes your right. Neither is Lexus, Infiniti, Audi, Genesis, or Cadillac let’s face it.