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The Acura ILX is a compact luxury sedan that offers a fun driving experience and a comfortable ride.  Acura kept the 2017 ILX the same as the 2016 model since it received a significant upgrade. Here are some things you'll love about the 2017 Acura ILX. The Trim Levels There are plenty of options and packages to choose from with the ILX. The base model comes standard with a sunroof, heated mirrors, and keyless entry. Add the AcuraWatch Plus package for active safety features such as forward collision warning. The Premium package takes the base and adds perforated leather seats, driver memory settings, and a larger information display. You can also add the Technology Plus package and the A-Spec package for even more features. more The Engine The ILX comes with a 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 201 horsepower and 180 pound-feet of torque. Acura pairs this with an eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission. The design of this transmission takes a manual and automates it to make the shifting quicker, and Acura adds a torque converter to the mix to make it operate even smoother. Driving Performance You can choose among several driving modes depending on road conditions and your driving style. The Sport mode is quick but still shifts smoothly through the gears, and the suspension works to smooth out road imperfections. You can take this little sedan around town while you do errands, or bring it up on a curvy mountain road and it will provide a fun ride. The ILX delivers an impressive 29 mpg combined fuel efficiency, with 25 mpg in the city and 35 mpg on the highway. Technology There is a lot to love about the technology and features available in the ILX. Add the Premium and Tech Plus packages for a larger touch-screen display on the center stack with a split screen design. You'll be able to see your audio and navigation at the same time. Bluetooth phone connectivity is standard on all models, including the base, along with a USB port for iPods and other devices for integrating Pandora and Siri Eyes Free. Bump up to the Premium package for satellite radio and the Aha radio app. The Technology Plus package gives you a 10-speaker audio system with voice commands and a navigation system. Safety The ILX with the AcuraWatch Plus Package has many safety features to love. This combination comes with adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning with automatic braking for front collision mitigation, and lane departure warning along with lane keep assist. All models come standard with anti-lock brakes and traction and stability control, and you'll also get front-seat side air bags and active front head restraints. A rearview camera is a standard feature in all models. There is a lot to love about the ILX, whether you are looking for luxury features at an affordable price or a sedan with a distinct look and plenty of room inside for passengers and cargo. Image via Acura.com

1. Size and Exterior Styles The TLX is longer and wider than other vehicles in its class, giving passengers extra room to spread out. This compact sedan offers nearly the same amount of space you'd get in a midsize vehicle. It comes in three trim levels, starting with the base, which includes LED headlights, heated side mirrors and a sunroof. Opt for the Technology and Advance trims if you want more features. more 2. Engine and Performance You get a choice between two engines with the TLX. First, there is the 2.4-liter four-cylinder that produces 206 horsepower and 182 pound-feet of torque. Acura pairs this with an eight-speed dual-clutch automated manual transmission for quicker shifting, and it has front-wheel drive. There is also a larger 3.5-liter V6 engine with 290 horsepower and 267 pound-feet of torque. This comes with a nine-speed automatic transmission. If you want the Advance package, you need to choose the V6 engine, but you can get the Technology package with either engine. 3. Safety Features You'll find plenty of safety features in the TLX. It comes standard with anti-lock brakes and traction and stability control. It is fully equipped with air bags, and it comes with a multiview rear camera. You can add additional safety systems, such as pre-tensioning front seat belts and both front and rear parking sensors. Other active safety features including blind-spot warning, lane departure warning, and forward collision alert and mitigation. 4. Technology The infotainment system in the TLX features a dual-screen design. It has a lower screen that allows you to control the radio and climate inside the car, while another screen above it displays vehicle status information and the navigation map. All models come with Bluetooth connectivity and keyless ignition, and the standard audio system comes with satellite radio and USB connections. You can add Siri Eyes Free, and the Technology Package gives you rain-sensing wipers along with the added safety technology. 5. Interior A good reason to upgrade to the TLX is the amount of space in the cabin. This vehicle has more room than other cars in the compact segment, with plenty of legroom for backseat passengers. All seats are comfortable, and the rear seats are plush with the seatbacks set at a nice angle. You'll find 13.2 cubic feet of storage space in the trunk, providing plenty of room for gear if you need to pack for a weekend getaway or just bring groceries home. These are a few reasons to upgrade to the 2017 Acura TLX. This compact sedan packs a big punch, from its sporty look to the available V6 engine with plenty of power. You'll also get the latest safety technology if you choose the Technology package. Image via Acura.com

2016 Acura ILX In the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety's small car category, the 2016 Acura ILX drove away with a Top Safety Pick+, which is the highest mention a car can receive in terms of safety. When equipped with the optional front crash prevention system, you can't beat this model's inherent accident protection. It's also nice that this is one luxury vehicle well within most driver's budgets. Standard safety equipment on the 2016 ILX include antilock brakes, traction and stability control, multiple airbags, and a rearview camera. You can also opt for the frontal collision mitigation with automatic braking, lane keeping assist, a lane departure warning system, and road-departure mitigation. In performance tests, the ILX stopped from 60 miles per hour in just 118 feet, which is a shorter distance than most cars in this segment. more 2016 Acura RLX If you're looking for a large luxury vehicle, look no further than the 2016 RLX. Not only did the IIHS name the RLX a Top Safety Pick+, but the National Highway Traffic Administration gave it five stars across the board, which is the highest amount a vehicle can earn. The RLX received new optional safety features for the 2016 model year, including rear cross-traffic alert, road departure mitigation, and an impressive 360-degree camera system that makes it easier for drivers to keep tabs on their surroundings. Additional package features include a forward collision mitigation system with automatic braking and blind spot monitoring. For drivers wanting a big luxury sedan with all the high-tech features and some of the best safety ratings around, look no further than the 2016 RLX. 2016 Acura MDX The 2016 MDX crossover SUV offers a nice compromise between the hefty RLX and the compact ILX. Equipped with front crash prevention, the 2016 MDX received Top Safety Pick+,*  the IIHS * award, making it one of the safest three-row luxury crossovers on the market. This model comes standard with traction and stability control, antilock disc brakes, a driver knee airbag, active head restraints, and a rearview camera, among a long list of other features. All-wheel-drive models even feature a trailer towing stabilizing function. Upper trim levels also offer automatic braking for frontal crash mitigation, blind-spot monitoring, a lane-departure warning system, road departure mitigation, and lane keeping assist. In government crash tests, the 2016 MDX earned a perfect score for total side-impact and frontal impact safety. Safety is a major factor to consider when shopping around for a new vehicle. Whether you're in the market for a small car, a three-row crossover, or a larger sedan, Acura offers some of the safest vehicles around. Stop by FOX Acura of El Paso today to take one for a test drive. Top Overall Safety Rating From The NHTSA Acura advances its leadership in safety among luxury brands as the 2016 ILX earns a NHTSA 5-Star Overall Vehicle Score from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s New Car Assessment Program. One aspect of Acura’s safety leadership is the AcuraWatch™ suite of safety technologies. It helps improve drivers’ situational awareness and, in certain circumstances, intervenes to help avoid or mitigate a collision. The ILX joins the MDX, RDX, RLX and TLX, each of which has a 5-Star Overall Vehicle Score from the NHTSA making Acura the only luxury brand awarded NHTSA 5-Star Overall Vehicle Ratings across all its model lines. TOP SAFETY PICK+ Rating From IIHS The 2016 ILX joins the Acura RLX, MDX and RDX to earn a 2015 TOP SAFETY PICK+ (TSP+) from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS) when equipped with AcuraWatch. TSP+ is the highest safety rating designated by IIHS. All Acura models earned a top score of SUPERIOR in its front crash prevention test thanks to the available AcuraWatch™ suite of advanced safety and driver assistive technologies. Image via Acura.com

The 2017 Acura RDX has received several new updates throughout the car. The RDX is full of all new technology and had a complete redesign for the exterior. The car is complete with 10 different trims, and all of them include the features mentioned below. The newest features to safety and performance will put the 2017 Acura RDX at the top of the list. Performance Features The 2017 Acura RDX has a boost to the power from last year with a 3.5-liter V6 and 279 horsepower. The Acura has also had work done, so it has better tuning and a better response time for even better control. Most of the competition is going with a four-cylinder, while the RDX's V6 is stronger and more responsive than ever. The sedan also has stronger torque, which allows it to work more smoothly and without needing to downshift while accelerating. The new styling to the Acura RDX is sleeker and has thicker fenders. The new design includes a string of five LEDs for headlights. more Interior The interior has also gone through a complete redesign and is now more comfortable. It also has more controls and features than earlier years. The RDX has seating that fits two in the front and three in the rear of the vehicle. The rear seats fold down to add some extra storage space to the Acura RDX. The hidden underfloor storage has space for an extra 15 cubic feet of room. Safety There are also safety features all the way around in the RDX, with front, side, and side curtain airbags that have you covered on all sides. The car also features a rearview camera, rollover sensor, electronic stability control, and traction control that are all standard. The Acura RDX also has the AcuraWatch suite with active safety tech. The new tech includes adaptive cruise control, automatic braking, forward collision warnings, and lane keep. The new forward collision warning system detects dangerous objects in your way and warns you when they are too close. Features The new features include a seven-speaker system that supports MP3 and USB devices. There is also a keyless ignition, hands-free calling, cruise control, and climate control. The new technology package includes HD radio, blind-spot monitors, and a dual-screen infotainment display. With the new parking sensors parking will be the easiest thing you do when you get to work. Navigation is optional, but it's included in the tech packages along with voice recognition software. The 2017 Acura RDX still includes a V6 that will keep your trips speedy and smooth no matter how far you need to go. With all the features in safety, you will be able to ride from one place to another comfortably and without a worry. The room that is available in the RDX will give you the ability to go on road trips with friends and be able to travel to any destination with all the luggage you need. Image via Acura.com