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2018 Acura RLX

2018 Acura RLX Rebates and Incentives

Prices and Incentives

Dealer Price:
$54,900 - $61,900

Original MSRP:
$50,947 - $57,432

2018 Acura RLX Review

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Warranty Information
Basic: 4 Years/50,000 Miles
Recalls Issued
US NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID 23V858000
Mfg's Report Date DEC 17, 2023
Component FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Number of Units Affected 2539902
Summary Honda (American Honda Motor Co.) is recalling certain 2018-2020 Honda Accord, Civic Coupe, Civic Sedan, Civic Hatchback, Civic Type R, CR-V, HR-V, Ridgeline, Odyssey, Acura ILX, MDX, MDX Hybrid, RDX, RLX, TLX, 2019-2020 Honda Insight, Passport, 2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid, 2018-2019 Honda Clarity PHEV, Fit, and 2017-2020 Honda Accord Hybrid, Pilot, Acura NSX vehicles. The fuel pump inside the fuel tank may fail.
Consequence Fuel pump failure can cause an engine stall while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy Dealers will replace the fuel pump module, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed February 5, 2024. A second notice will be mailed once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Honda customer service at 1-888-234-2138. Honda's numbers for this recall are KGC and KGD. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall numbers 21V-215 and 20V-314.
Manufacturer Recall Number KGC, KGD

2018 Acura RLX Models & Prices

2018 Acura RLX w/Technology Pkg
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
Sedan w/Technology Pkg $54,900 $50,947 $830 / Month*

2018 Acura RLX Sport Hybrid w/Advance Pkg
Dealer Price Dealer Invoice Pricing Estimated Payments
Sedan Sport Hybrid w/Advance Pkg $61,900 $57,432 $936 / Month*

2018 Acura RLX Features and Standard Equipment

EXTERIOR Features
w/Technology Pkg Sport Hybrid w/Advance Pkg
Black Grille w/Chrome Surround
Body-Colored Door Handles  
Body-Colored Front Bumper w/Chrome Bumper Insert
Body-Colored Power w/Tilt Down Heated Auto Dimming Side Mirrors w/Convex Spotter, Power Folding and Turn Signal Indicator  
Body-Colored Power w/Tilt Down Heated Side Mirrors w/Convex Spotter, Power Folding and Turn Signal Indicator  
Body-Colored Rear Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent and Chrome Bumper Insert
Chrome Bodyside Insert and Rocker Panel Extensions
Chrome Door Handles  
Chrome Side Windows Trim and Black Front Windshield Trim
Clearcoat Paint
Express Open/Close Sliding And Tilting Glass 1st Row Sunroof w/Sunshade
Fixed Rear Window w/Defroster  
Fixed Rear Window w/Defroster and Power Blind  
Front Fog Lamps  
Front Windshield -inc: Sun Visor Strip
Galvanized Steel/Aluminum Panels
Laminated Glass
LED Brakelights
Light Tinted Glass
Perimeter/Approach Lights
Programmable Projector Beam Led Low/High Beam Daytime Running Headlamps w/Delay-Off
Speed Sensitive Rain Detecting Variable Intermittent Wipers  
Speed Sensitive Rain Detecting Variable Intermittent Wipers w/Heated Wiper Park  
Tire Mobility Kit
Tires: 245/40R19 High-Performance All-Season
Trunk Rear Cargo Access
Wheels: 19" x 8" Pewter Gray Met Aluminum-Alloy -inc: machined-finished 15-spoked noise-reducing  
Wheels: 19" x 8" Shark Gray Aluminum-Alloy -inc: machined-finished 15-spoked noise-reducing  
INTERIOR Features
w/Technology Pkg Sport Hybrid w/Advance Pkg
2 12V DC Power Outlets
2 Seatback Storage Pockets
8-Way Driver Seat
8-Way Passenger Seat
Acura Navigation System w/3D View -inc: AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic w/exclusive street and freeway conditions, Traffic Rerouting, AcuraLink, color Multi-Information Display (MID) w/turn-by-turn guidance and HomeLink
AcuraLink Tracker System
Adaptive w/Traffic Stop-Go
Air Filtration
Analog Appearance
Bench Front Facing Heated Rear Seat  
Bench Front Facing Rear Seat  
Cargo Area Concealed Storage  
Cargo Features -inc: Tire Mobility Kit
Cargo Space Lights
Carpet Floor Trim and Carpet Trunk Lid/Rear Cargo Door Trim
Compass
Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls
Day-Night Auto-Dimming Rearview Mirror
Delayed Accessory Power
Driver And Passenger Door Bins
Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors w/Driver And Passenger Illumination
Driver Foot Rest
Driver Information Center
Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting
FOB Controls -inc: Cargo Access, Windows and Sunroof/Convertible Roof  
FOB Controls -inc: Cargo Access, Windows, Sunroof/Convertible Roof and Remote Start  
Front And Rear Map Lights
Front Cupholder
Full Carpet Floor Covering -inc: Carpet Front And Rear Floor Mats
Full Cloth Headliner
Full Floor Console w/Covered Storage, Mini Overhead Console w/Storage and 2 12V DC Power Outlets
Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Engine Coolant Temp, Tachometer, Traction Battery Level, Power/Regen, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer  
Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Engine Coolant Temp, Tachometer, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer  
Head-Up Display
Heated & Ventilated Front Sport Bucket Seats -inc: driver and front passenger 12-way power seat w/4-way power lumbar support  
Heated Front Sport Bucket Seats -inc: driver's and front passenger's 12-way power seat w/4-way power lumbar support  
Heated Leather/Metal-Look Steering Wheel  
HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts and Console Ducts
Illuminated Locking Glove Box
Immobilizer
Interior Trim -inc: Aluminum/Simulated Wood Instrument Panel Insert, Aluminum/Simulated Wood Door Panel Insert, Aluminum/Simulated Wood Console Insert, Chrome/Metal-Look Interior Accents and Leather Upholstered Dashboard  
Interior Trim -inc: Simulated Wood/Metal-Look Instrument Panel Insert, Simulated Wood/Metal-Look Door Panel Insert, Simulated Wood/Metal-Look Console Insert and Metal-Look Interior Accents  
Leather/Metal-Look Steering Wheel  
Leatherette Door Trim Insert
Manual Anti-Whiplash Adjustable Front Head Restraints and Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints
Memory Settings -inc: Driver Seat, Door Mirrors and Steering Wheel  
Outside Temp Gauge
Perforated Milano Premium Leather-Trimmed Interior -inc: contrasting piping and stitching
Perimeter Alarm
Power 1st Row Windows w/Front And Rear 1-Touch Up/Down
Power Door Locks w/Autolock Feature
Power Rear Windows  
Power Rear Windows and w/Manual 2nd Row Sun Blinds  
Power Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
Proximity Key For Doors And Push Button Start
Rear Cupholder
Rear HVAC w/Separate Controls
Redundant Digital Speedometer  
Remote Keyless Entry w/Integrated Key Transmitter, 4 Door Curb/Courtesy, Illuminated Entry, Illuminated Ignition Switch and Panic Button
Remote Releases -Inc: Power Cargo Access and Power Fuel
Seats w/Leatherette Back Material
Sliding Front Center Armrest and Rear Center Armrest  
Sliding Front Center Armrest and Rear Center Armrest w/Pass-Thru  
Trip Computer
Valet Function
Voice Activated Multi Zone Auto-Climate Control Air Conditioning w/Gps Linked
MECHANICAL Features
w/Technology Pkg Sport Hybrid w/Advance Pkg
15.1 Gal. Fuel Tank  
150 Amp Alternator  
18.5 Gal. Fuel Tank  
3.58 Axle Ratio  
3.61 Axle Ratio  
4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front Vented Discs, Brake Assist, Hill Hold Control and Electric Parking Brake  
72-Amp/Hr Maintenance-Free Battery w/Run Down Protection  
Automatic Full-Time All-Wheel  
Automatic Ride Control Suspension
Battery w/Run Down Protection  
Brake Actuated Limited Slip Differential  
Double Wishbone Front Suspension w/Coil Springs
Electric Power-Assist Speed-Sensing Steering
Engine Auto Stop-Start Feature  
Engine: 3.5L 24-Valve SOHC i-VTEC V6
Front And Rear Anti-Rolls
Front-Wheel Drive  
Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers
Hybrid Electric Motor  
Lithium Ion (li-Ion) Traction Battery 1.3 kWh Capacity  
Multi-Link Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs
Quasi-Dual Stainless Steel Exhaust
Regenerative 4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front Vented Discs, Brake Assist, Hill Hold Control and Electric Parking Brake  
Transmission w/Driver Selectable Mode
Transmission: 10-Speed Automatic -inc: Sequential SportShift paddle shifters  
Transmission: 7-Speed Dual Clutch (DCT) -inc: motor integration and Sequential SportShift paddle shifters  
SAFETY Features
w/Technology Pkg Sport Hybrid w/Advance Pkg
ABS And Driveline Traction Control
AcuraLink Emergency Sos
Aerial View Camera System  
Airbag Occupancy Sensor
Back-Up Camera
Blind Spot Information System Blind Spot
Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) and Rear Cross Traffic Monitor  
Collision Mitigation Braking System and Rear Cross Traffic Monitor  
Collision Mitigation-Front
Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags
Driver Knee Airbag
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
Front And Rear Parking Sensors  
Front Camera  
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) Lane Departure Warning
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) Lane Keeping Assist
Left Side Camera  
Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Center 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners
Rear Child Safety Locks
Right Side Camera  
Side Impact Beams
Tire Specific Low Tire Pressure Warning
Traffic Jam Assist  
Vehicle Stability Assist Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
ENTERTAINMENT Features
w/Technology Pkg Sport Hybrid w/Advance Pkg
3 LCD Monitors In The Front
AM/FM/HD/Satellite w/Seek-Scan, Clock, Steering Wheel Controls, Radio Data System and 15 Gb Internal Memory
Audio Theft Deterrent
Radio: Acura/ELS Studio Premium Audio System -inc: 14 speakers, AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic w/street and freeway conditions, Traffic Rerouting, AcuraLink, SMS, MMS text message and email capability, Color Multi-Information Display (MID) w/turn-by-turn guidance, Bluetooth HandsFreeLink wireless telephone interface, Song By Voice, Aha compatibility, HD Radio, SiriusXM satellite radio, Pandora compatibility, USB audio interface w/iPod integration, Bluetooth streaming audio, MP3/Auxiliary input jack and Speed-Sensitive Volume Compensation (SVC)  
Radio: Krell Premium Audio System -inc: 14 speakers, AcuraLink Real-Time Traffic w/street and freeway conditions, Traffic Rerouting, AcuraLink, SMS, MMS text message and email capability, Color Multi-Information Display (MID) w/turn-by-turn guidance, Bluetooth HandsFreeLink wireless telephone interface, Song By Voice, Aha compatibility, HD Radio, SiriusXM satellite radio, Pandora compatibility, USB audio interface w/iPod integration, Bluetooth streaming audio, MP3/Auxiliary input jack and Speed-Sensitive Volume Compensation (SVC)  
SiriusXM Satellite Radio
Turn-By-Turn Navigation Directions
Window Grid Antenna

2018 Acura RLX Options and Addition Equipment

ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT Options
w/Technology Pkg Sport Hybrid w/Advance Pkg
SUPER ULTRA LOW EMISSION VEHICLE (SULEV 30)  
ULTRA LOW EMISSION VEHICLE (ULEV-2)  
DEALER INSTALLED OPTIONS Options
w/Technology Pkg Sport Hybrid w/Advance Pkg
*MANUFACTURER SUGGESTED RETAIL PRICES OF DEALER OPTIONS DO NOT INCLUDE INSTALLATION COSTS. PLEASE CONTACT YOUR LOCAL DEALER FOR MORE INFORMATION.*
ALL-SEASON FLOOR MAT (DIO)
BODY SIDE MOLDING (BRILLIANT RED METALLIC) (DIO)
BODY SIDE MOLDING (FATHOM BLUE PEARL) (DIO)
BODY SIDE MOLDING (GILDED PEWTER METALLIC) (DIO)
BODY SIDE MOLDING (LUNAR SILVER METALLIC) (DIO)
BODY SIDE MOLDING (MAJESTIC BLACK PEARL) (DIO)
BODY SIDE MOLDING (MODERN STEEL METALLIC) (DIO)
BODY SIDE MOLDING (PLATINUM WHITE PEARL) (DIO)
CAR COVER (DIO)
CARGO NET (DIO)
CARGO ORGANIZER (DIO)
CUPHOLDER TYPE ASHTRAY (DIO)
DECKLID SPOILER ( FATHOM BLUE PEARL) (DIO)
DECKLID SPOILER (BRILLIANT RED METALLIC) (DIO)
DECKLID SPOILER (GILDED PEWTER METALLIC) (DIO)
DECKLID SPOILER (LUNAR SILVER METALLIC) (DIO)
DECKLID SPOILER (MAJESTIC BLACK PEARL) (DIO)
DECKLID SPOILER (MODERN STEEL METALLIC) (DIO)
DECKLID SPOILER (PLATINUM WHITE PEARL) (DIO)
DOOR EDGE FILM (DIO)
DOOR HANDLE FILM (DIO)
EBONY ILLUMINATED DOOR SILL TRIM (4 DOOR) (DIO)
ENGINE BLOCK HEATER (DIO)  
FIRST AID KIT (DIO)
FOG LIGHTS ATTACHMENT (DIO)  
GRAYSTONE ILLUMINATED DOOR SILL TRIM (4 DOOR) (DIO)
HEATER KIT (DIO)  
HIGH WALL ALL-SEASON FLOOR MAT (DIO)
LED FOG LIGHTS (DIO)  
LOGO PATTERN PROJECTOR (DIO)
PREMIUM FLOOR MAT SET (DIO)  
PREMIUM FLOOR MAT SET (SPORT HYBRID) (DIO)  
REAR BUMPER APPLIQUE (DIO)
REMOTE ENGINE START SYSTEM III (DIO)
SEACOAST ILLUMINATED DOOR SILL TRIM (4 DOOR) (DIO)
SPARE TIRE KIT (DIO) REQUIRES spare tire.
SPLASH GUARD SET (BRILLIANT RED METALLIC) (DIO)
SPLASH GUARD SET (FATHOM BLUE PEARL) (DIO)
SPLASH GUARD SET (GILDED PEWTER METALLIC) (DIO)
SPLASH GUARD SET (LUNAR SILVER METALLIC) (DIO)
SPLASH GUARD SET (MAJESTIC BLACK PEARL) (DIO)
SPLASH GUARD SET (MODERN STEEL METALLIC) (DIO)
SPLASH GUARD SET (PLATINUM WHITE PEARL) (DIO)
SUNSHADE (DIO)
TOUCH-UP PAINT (BRILLIANT RED METALLIC) (DIO)
TOUCH-UP PAINT (FATHOM BLUE PEARL) (DIO)
TOUCH-UP PAINT (GILDED PEWTER METALLIC) (DIO)
TOUCH-UP PAINT (LUNAR SILVER METALLIC) (DIO)
TOUCH-UP PAINT (MAJESTIC BLACK PEARL) (DIO)
TOUCH-UP PAINT (MODERN STEEL METALLIC) (DIO)
TOUCH-UP PAINT (PLATINUM WHITE PEARL) (DIO)
TRUNK TRAY (DIO)  
TRUNK TRAY (SPORT HYBRID) (DIO)  
WHEEL LOCKS (DIO)
WHEEL: 19" SBK ALLOY (DIO) REQUIRES wheel exchange . Priced per wheel (19" tire sold separately).
PAINT SCHEME Options
w/Technology Pkg Sport Hybrid w/Advance Pkg
STANDARD PAINT
PRIMARY PAINT Options
w/Technology Pkg Sport Hybrid w/Advance Pkg
BRILLIANT RED METALLIC
FATHOM BLUE PEARL
GILDED PEWTER METALLIC
LUNAR SILVER METALLIC
MAJESTIC BLACK PEARL
MODERN STEEL METALLIC
PLATINUM WHITE PEARL
SEAT TRIM Options
w/Technology Pkg Sport Hybrid w/Advance Pkg
EBONY, PERFORATED MILANO PREMIUM LEATHER-TRIMMED INTERIOR -inc: contrasting piping and stitching
ESPRESSO, PERFORATED MILANO PREMIUM LEATHER-TRIMMED INTERIOR -inc: contrasting piping and stitching
GRAYSTONE, PERFORATED MILANO PREMIUM LEATHER-TRIMMED INTERIOR -inc: contrasting piping and stitching
SEACOAST, PERFORATED MILANO PREMIUM LEATHER-TRIMMED INTERIOR -inc: contrasting piping and stitching

2018 Acura RLX Technical Specifications

Brakes
w/Technology Pkg Sport Hybrid w/Advance Pkg
Brake ABS System 4-Wheel 4-Wheel
Disc - Front (Yes or ) Yes Yes
Disc - Rear (Yes or ) Yes Yes
Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) 12.3 13
Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) 12.2 12.2
Cargo Area Dimensions
w/Technology Pkg Sport Hybrid w/Advance Pkg
Trunk Volume (ft) 14.9 12
Engine
w/Technology Pkg Sport Hybrid w/Advance Pkg
Displacement 3.5 L/212 3.5 L/212
Engine Type Premium Unleaded V-6 Gas/Electric V-6
SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM 310 @ 6500 377 @ 6500
SAE Net Torque @ RPM 272 @ 4500 341 @ 4700
Exterior Dimensions
w/Technology Pkg Sport Hybrid w/Advance Pkg
Height, Overall (in) 57.7 57.7
Length, Overall (in) 198.1 198.1
Min Ground Clearance (in) 3.8 3.8
Wheelbase (in) 112.2 112.2
Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) 74.4 74.4
Fuel Tank
w/Technology Pkg Sport Hybrid w/Advance Pkg
Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) 18.5 15.1
Steering
w/Technology Pkg Sport Hybrid w/Advance Pkg
Steering Type Rack-Pinion Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) 40.5 40.5
Suspension
w/Technology Pkg Sport Hybrid w/Advance Pkg
Suspension Type - Front Double Wishbone Double Wishbone
Suspension Type - Rear Multi-Link Multi-Link
Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) Multi-Link Multi-Link
Tires
w/Technology Pkg Sport Hybrid w/Advance Pkg
Front Tire Size P245/40WR19 P245/40WR19
Rear Tire Size P245/40WR19 P245/40WR19
Transmission
w/Technology Pkg Sport Hybrid w/Advance Pkg
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Trans Description Cont. Automatic w/OD Auto-Shift Manual w/OD
Trans Type 10 7
Vehicle
w/Technology Pkg Sport Hybrid w/Advance Pkg
Front Head Room (in) 37.6 37.6
Front Leg Room (in) 42.3 42.3
Front Shoulder Room (in) 59.6 59.6
Passenger Capacity 5 5
Passenger Volume (ft) 102.1 102.1
Second Head Room (in) 36.9 36.9
Second Leg Room (in) 38.8 38.8
Second Shoulder Room (in) 57 57
Weight Information
w/Technology Pkg Sport Hybrid w/Advance Pkg
Base Curb Weight (lbs) 3977 4380

2018 Acura RLX Safety Features

Safety Features
Vehicle Stability Assist Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
ABS And Driveline Traction Control
Side Impact Beams
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags
AcuraLink Emergency Sos
Blind Spot Information System Blind Spot
Collision Mitigation Braking System and Rear Cross Traffic Monitor
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) Lane Keeping Assist
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS) Lane Departure Warning
Collision Mitigation-Front
Tire Specific Low Tire Pressure Warning
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags
Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags
Airbag Occupancy Sensor
Driver Knee Airbag
Rear Child Safety Locks
Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Center 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners
Back-Up Camera
Traffic Jam Assist
Front And Rear Parking Sensors
Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS) and Rear Cross Traffic Monitor
Aerial View Camera System
Front Camera
Left Side Camera
Right Side Camera
News Reports & Reviews
NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS N/A