Review: 2013 Acura ILX

I review the 2013 Acura ILX with the Tech Package. This has the standard 150 hp engine and 5 speed automatic transmission. What do you think about this car?
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[@Offshore1977]

I agree that most people looking at these cars want an automatic. But, I have to give Acura props for offering the manual as a tribute to the original Acura integra which is what made the Acura brand. I feel they should always offer a manual sport for those people wanting to keep to the original roots, but 150hp in a 32K vehicle is pretty ridiculous.

[@franciscoortiz1652]

They have the 2.4 and the 2.0 also

[@zackerymcpherson9409]

In 2015 I cross shopped a Lexus is250, Audi A3, bmw 3 series, and the Acura ILX. The Acura is the better option if you focus on the sound system, maintenance cost, and leather standard interior. The only 13-15 Acura that competes with the ones listed above is with the 2.4l engine. In 2016 when Acura standardized the DCT and 2.4l engine, it really made the ilx a compelling package for sport luxury sedan. Matt, please review the 2016+ model, your review was pretty honest and reasonable, sounds like all of your suggestions changed the latest model

[@Anchor7]

I don't get why so many people hate this car. 28k for entry level luxury and 33+ mpg? What do people expect for only 28k?

[@miker7890]

For 26-28k, the car only has 150 hp and gets 24 in the city and 35 hwy. It's just as slow as a civic or corolla. And 24 mpg city, a civic gets better mpg. Acura needs to get rid of the 2.0 L engine or add a tubro.

[@Anchor7]

You can't have it all. MPG and Horsepower and keeping it under 30k. If you wan't more horsepower buy a car with more horsepower. This car is perfect for people who drive a lot to work and want something nicer than a crappy civic.

[@Anchor7]

***** Civics are great cars, just so bland.

[@Anchor7]

***** yeah, but it will still just be a civic. Bland inside and small.

[@SausyGuyFinn]

You could buy a Brz or S2000 with low miles.

[@moealfaily1662]

That is a honda 4 cyl though so this acura ilx will be running even while all the other cars people compare to this car which are completely irrelevant will be having problems. It's a simple car that offers some brand and comfort for a relatively low price. You can't be wowed at this price so this is a settling affair. Something older people don't mind doing the TLX is a really nice looking car though

[@AbsoluteMdot]

Thank you!!!

[@mikemush4867]

Really nice review. Thanks! This car sounds perfect for me. I'm currently driving an LX Civic. This is a really nice upgrade - leather, way nicer stereo and rims. As much as I'd like a little more performance, I like the fact that it gets pretty decent fuel economy. Always the trade off. I think the key is to lease them. Acura leases are dirt cheap. 2014 ILX for 0 down and $300/month. There's nothing close to that deal.

[@ldawson103]

I hate these types of reviews on Acuras where the reviewer seems to make excuses for liking things about it. You can tell they like it, but seem to be worried about being called a Honda fanboy, so they end every compliment with a BUT...

[@AlexTheeGr8t]

You nailed it with your comment. Another one that I hate are the reviewers (not this one) and opinion givers who can't seem to let go of that Acura bucktooth grill misstep from 2009. The newer grills look and flow better yet it's common practice to hate on it like it's still the 09 catastrophe. Oh well.

[@v60polestar88]

The ILX is a boring car. He's being honest. Theres nothing special about it so what more do you want him to say. 150hp dressed up Civic is what it is. Its not sporty or fast, just point A to B transportation

[@infamousian123]

boondox max still a nice car though, reliability on this thing has to be amazing

[@v60polestar88]

infamousian123 I am sure it is but it's too down market for Acura. There's just no need to buy this over a Civic.

[@infamousian123]

boondox max yeah there isn't but for the small percent of people who want a cheap luxury civic, why not? I interior could make the difference as comparing the two interiors is similar but you can easily tell which one is the luxury one.

[@davidkim4444]

Do you guys have the Honda Accord Euro in America? cause this kind of looks like the same concept

[@wtDrake]

Your reviews have come a long way. This didn't seem like a car you cared for whatsoever, just panning the intro shots in a parking lot... lol

[@mikemayers8672]

Very nimble car. Excellent audio system. I have exact same one 2013 with only 38k miles. Great to zip around slower cars in urban setting. Small turning radius. Great to make a quick turn in. Great visibility too. German cars that are this old are money pits or in a junk yard. Same age Lexus interior will feel very dated compared to this little Acura. You don’t really care about 0-60 in this car . Once you get going it flies it feels so lite.

[@louisgonzalez6016]

I know it's a boring car but I never seen you so un-enthusiastic lol

[@tmg06d]

I have this car except the 200hp 6spd MT Dynamic version. Very fun to drive. The gearbox is incredible and the power is very adequate at 200. The tech works great and I love it. Only issues are it's not incredibly great to look at (except for the grille which I love) and the Acura brand doesn't command as much prestige as a Mercedes, BMW, or Lexus. Thinking of swapping out of it for a CLA.

[@LukeO-1234]

Get the 2016 ilx big improvement

[@fpshooterful]

hey finally good to see you doing video on a car where the negatives out weigh the positives... try to do more videos on cars that aren't the most popular..

[@MattMaranMotoring]

My first thought would be the Mercedes E63 AMG.

[@garyagunos418]

Thanks for your reviews! They help a whole lot!

[@smiley45tp]

Lol still faster than my 1990 corolla all-trac i got old ladies passing me with attitude

[@beastfromtheabyss]

smiley45tp You still have the car?

[@smiley45tp]

+The Devil's Bastard gave it to my mother lol

[@1992calebw]

There's potential but ends up short of being a game changing compact and affordable luxury car. Wish it was better.

[@TheMakfather]

have a 2015 ilx dynamic manual.. I love it... just having a trouble finding replacement front shocks! The dealer has them but the price is too expensive.. any ideas or hints? I live in Montreal canada btw

[@LukeO-1234]

What town are you driving in? I think I recognize it but not sure

[@mikemayers8672]

What’s crazy I test drive the new Integra and actually like my ILX better. It feels more connected to the road and less soft and most importantly no cvt even in an old 6 speed it feels better than a cvt which feels really strange.

[@ohbabybigboy]

Love the 2.4L

[@keke6894]

Would you consider this as am for a new driver/teen?

[@MattMaranMotoring]

Yeah I think it would be a great first car!

[@keke6894]

@@MattMaranMotoring yeah lots of people say Honda but tween like they getting bigger lol

[@coat2smooth461]

This guy is way better than the redline guy.

[@ConnersCraftNation]

Will you review a Dodge Charger SXT? I am thinking of buying a 2013 in November when the prices drop from the 2014 coming out.

[@harrryberry3575]

would you be referring to the lexus es that you reviewed?

[@djpanda97fluff]

Is there a car that's big, luxurious, fast, and engaging and looks good

[@Nestle245]

Is the backseat legroom like a civic or smaller?

[@TypeRbassHead]

It would be cool to see a review of an Acura rsx type s! I'll be buying one in the next couple of months

[@nickL7389]

@subaruwrxfan would like your opinions/review on a Veloster Turbo.

[@pedrof830]

I'd get the Civic, basically the same car for less money, how about testing the Jetta Diesel?

[@integrafreak1]

New subscriber.How do you get these cars for reviews?

[@JonathanTunstall]

does this car have any get-up, does it go when you tell it to go or is it a sluggish acceleration

[@greyfox2349]

Jonathan Tunstall I beat a few car' s with it on the highway - Audi A4 - Mercedez - Bmw 3 series

[@jonnyg234]

I got one as a trade in at a dealership I used to work at. It really wasn’t bad at all tbh, actually felt peppy above 4000 rpms.

[@colelmore]

Review a mini cooper s tuned or a John cooper works.

[@frankwhite2132]

32 grand and 150 hp! Oh honda how you've changed.

[@kcirreb94]

and don't forget the 5 speed tranny :(

[@greyfox2349]

Frank White Depends which ilx version you have my horsepower is 260 but mine is top of the line ILX

[@brittoncoil2518]

Grey Fox23 how does it have 260hp??? Did u do mods?

[@Xboxlove1]

You should get your hands on an 05-08 Acura TL, Oh my god what an automobile!

[@StefanThe443]

why didnt u drive the 6speed model??

[@NAJMFAN]

Can you try to review a lotus?

[@loicflamey]

Great review man, you're doing very well. But the car though, what a piece of crap, really man. Ugly exterior, ugly interior, miserable engine and power, and to top it all off 5 speed (5?!?!) automatic gearbox

[@itsjusta250r3]

I have one and it not a bad car it gets me to point a to point b with no worries and plus the speed limit is 55-60 mph there's no need to go any faster then that

[@alep7358]

Hey man I know you wrote this comment 2 years ago but how reliable has it been? Any issues? Even if it was under warranty?

[@rickyblinkeye]

been having this car since it came out 2013 and the only major thing i have had done were the front brake pads...

[@rickyblinkeye]

thats 5 years.. i know someone who has ran this car 268,000 miles no problemo

[@ourfutureisdark]

a Acura TSX 6-speed Manuel would be awesome too

[@honestycounts9352]

The nice thing about that ugly Chrome Grill is that a $5 can of black spray paint from Wal-Mart (and a bit of masking tape) will fix that problem nicely. I just paint the chrome center part and leave the chrome surround untouched = it does wonders for the look of the car.

[@HUMC5]

America needs more diesel turbocharged engines! 150hp would pull this like crazy! Torque FTW

[@Stephen_yeah]

Could you review a dodge charger ? Any year. If someone gives you the chance.

[@mchou2002]

Longer live the TSX. This ILX just isn't gonna cut it.

[@marccandrift]

Update: 2016 ILX 8Speed 201 hp

[@kkeshav74]

Rather buy a TSX.

[@brrffqa5658]

What country is acura made?

[@andynguyen8378]

Dam I was waiting for u too review how the paddle shifters were.

[@Nimasis]

Do a review on the 2013 Genesis coupe. I want to know your thoughts.

[@gbeahanjr]

Good review!

[@VikNov]

But it's highly reliable though

[@midnitestate]

it makes ALOT of noise for a small luxury sedan too...but looks nice and sporty with the si 's k24 engine

[@keola36]

lol great review. My sister has one of these, I'll ask her which engine she has (which she might not even know!)

[@israelreynoso2263]

It would be nice if you review a 2008 Acura TL type s

[@ravesilly]

review the EVO 8 or 9

[@hen913]

man I really wish you got the 2.4 SI engine with manual transmission! but this car is so bleh. that line that goes across the side of the car is so random and just does not look good at all. the face and tail lights look okay but the rest is so meh

[@billreed3580]

great review!

[@mfmf100]

loaded legacy not a bad compare - better deal

[@aldols3264]

you should review the ram r/t

[@BrothaJeff]

I got the 2012 TSX Tech model with bodykit/spoiler for the same price as the ILX if I decided to go for this one with the 200hp manual.

[@HybridEnergy]

Buy the stick and stfu is my advice with this car always.

[@TheRMSAndre1]

I would say a Maserati Quttroporte, that defines those words.

[@ZCRD250]

with Acura's, you get so much car for what your paying.

[@MidniteSon]

Keep the reviews coming. This car really doesn't make a whole lot of sense on any level. It's a rebadged civic and they haven't improved the power. I've heard that Acura is basically giving these away with 0$ Down leases and cheap sticker prices so maybe if you can score a deal they may be worth it. Definitely not at 30k though.

[@fe1138lix]

Aston Martin Rapide, Bentley Flying Spur

[@mchou2002]

Honda and Acura are brands of the Honda Motor Company.

[@artsygan]

but it doesn't have manual. so i'm forced to go with the m3. if only the merc had manual, then it'd be a no brainer.

[@crossdatb0i]

.....Why not just get a fully equipped Accord..??

[@smokeybear45]

this guy must be dying for a 2.4l lol

[@sasajungic89]

Mat you should try euro Civic Type R (FN2). I had one and it has some of the firmest suspension on the planet :)

[@copsfq7]

Please review a Camaro. Thanks

[@sirot5561]

Is this car just a 'dressed up' civic variation?????

[@totony335]

+Tommy Siro yes it is but the 2016 model is really more of a small TLX than a dressed up civic like this one

[@totony335]

+Tommy Siro and they also put a double clutch 8 speed gearbox which is pretty good, and the power is much better (2,4L vtec)

[@v60polestar88]

Yes its a dressed up Civic. Same 2.0L in the base Civic and the 2.4L is from the Civic SI. This poor guy is falling asleep driving this boring ass Acura

[@rickyblinkeye]

bad review this car is amazing. i have gone against bmw ans mercedez.......bad review this cars reliable

[@doctorferdinand1003]

You're all over the comments section of this video but you don't explain yourself at all. What makes the ILX amazing to you?

[@justwannadundundance3116]

Doctor Ferdinand Very decent vehicle, it’s not bad for what it is.

[@shsjr2010]

I think it looks good especially with those wheels, but it is way over priced for what you get. After all, it has a whopping ten more horses than a civic.

[@bmxracer5]

If you want a luxury car that is nice ad for a price like this why wouldn't you just go buy a few years old 5 series or something

[@ourfutureisdark]

yeah great idea me 2

[@MCVenomzz]

this car looks like a civic on steroids

[@kevinfernandez885]

Evolq

[@DailyDoseofAdam1]

Please do acura ilx 2.4 2013! :)

[@doggieboy773a]

Merica!

[@omaralshamali4047]

Review a honda s2000

[@Veyronp87]

they need to put an automatic with 200hp. then this car would be hugely better

[@rickyblinkeye]

once again ....horrible review... i would like you to review this to an cl 300 mercedez then,, we shall see. where u stand

[@TheRzarectah]

Ricardo Ramirez Why do you keep coming back (9 times in the last 11 months) to say how bad this review is? Dick

[@rickyblinkeye]

because you keep reading the same comment.... dumbasss.. lol

[@rickyblinkeye]

lol dummy...... u must be new here TheRzarectah

[@rickyblinkeye]

YU CannoT batte MMMAEEE!!!!!

[@Xboxlove1]

So overpriced, this car is a civic with an acura badge, might as well buy a TSX

[@tulllguy]

201 hp in the 2017 version

[@mchou2002]

You get what you pay for with really cheap ripoff junk like Kia. Kia is the worst in crash safety and resale. Just don't crash it and don't expect to get a good resale on a Kia anything.

[@TurboLag23]

Well... it's a Civic for $32,000. I don't know what to say. A 2008 Acura TL cost just a couple thousand more back in the day (I inherited mine from my dad, who bought his new). The 2008 TL was a bargain at about $34,000; hugely sporty, comfortable, and well-equipped. This thing barely tries to be anything other than a rebadged Civic. At that price, it needs at LEAST 240 hp. I nominate the ILX for "Biggest Ripoff of 2013". Sorry Acura, but as a proud owner, you are a bit lost right now.

[@scottzappa9314]

It's slow because you don't have the K24 engine. Sparky.

[@andylui3333]

veyron but veyron dont look good but yeah :P

[@eggo1]

M5

[@DestDroid]

Based on a Civic? Nope.

[@radar3699]

Wow this car is really bad IMO

[@sirot5561]

32,000 for a dressed up Honda Civic? Damn

[@crisissocoylike]

Most cars are dressed up. ie, an Audi A3 is a dressed up Jetta.

[@v60polestar88]

They may share the same chassis but the Jetta and A3 are totally different cars. The ILX and Civic are the same car!!! Thats why its full of cheap plastic interior. This car won Consumer Reports most hated by owner award. The ILX is garbage

[@crisissocoylike]

The ILX is a luxury Honda Civic SI, NOT just a Honda Civic

[@doctorferdinand1003]

You could call the ILX with the k24 and 6MT a luxury civic si (sans LSD). But this is an R18 from a base civic stroked out to an R20 with the same 5AT. This car really is an overpriced civic with leather.

[@MasterYooda94]

32k for essentially a civic