Lexus IS can't compete with TLX performance and innovation
2023 Lexus IS 300 AWD
COMPARABLY EQUIPPED
$50,3251
HORSEPOWER
2603
SPEED
7
MPG (CITY/HWY)
19/265
2023 Acura TLX SH-AWD® with Advance Package
COMPARABLY EQUIPPED
$51,8502
HORSEPOWER
2723
SPEED
10
MPG (CITY/HWY)
21/2922
Acura TLX: Superior by Design
272
HORSEPOWER3
10
SPEED
The Lexus IS 300 and the Acura TLX with Advance Package both offer impressive style and performance. But the 2023 TLX is clearly superior. Its VTEC® Turbo 2.0-liter engine boasts 272 horsepower3 and 280 lb-ft of torque4, giving far more muscle than the Lexus sedan. Torque vectoring, exclusive to the available Super Handling All-Wheel Drive™ (SH-AWD®), lets you channel that power for improved handling in almost any condition. Standard paddle shifters put control of all 10 gear ratios at your fingertips. And thanks to its double wishbone front suspension, ultra-rigid body structure, and a electro-servo braking system—adapted from the NSX supercar—the TLX is also the best handling Acura sedan yet.
Compared to the Lexus IS 300, comfort and convenience come standard on the TLX with Advance Package: ventilated front sport seats, navigation, head-up display, a Surround-View Camera, and wireless charging are just some of the features that enhance your daily drive.
The Acura TLX is a 2021 Consumer Guide® Best Buy Award winner for the Premium Midsize Car class.19
Lexus IS vs. Acura TLX: It's in the details
Lexus IS vs. Acura TLX: It's in the details
2022 Acura TLX achieves the highest possible safety rating in every IIHS safety test.20
Strong Safety Technology
Your TLX is equipped with AcuraWatch™, a suite of available and standard innovative safety and driver-assistive technologies, making it one of the most safety-minded sport sedans.
Collision Mitigation Braking System™ (CMBS™)
CMBS helps alert drivers when a potential frontal impact is detected and can even apply the brakes to help avoid or reduce the collision impact.10
New Acura airbag technology wins a Popular Science "Best of What's New" award.
For the win
COMPARABLE MODELS
2023 Lexus IS 300 AWD
2023 Acura TLX SH-AWD® with Advance Package
Comparably Equipped
$50,3251
$51,8502
Performance
Engine
3.5L V-6
2.0L VTEC® TURBOCHARGED
Engine Horsepower (@ rpm) (SAE Net)3
260 @ 6400
272 @ 6500
Engine Torque (lb-ft @ rpm) (SAE Net)4
236 @ 2000-4800
280 @ 1600-4500
EPA MPG Rating (city / hwy / combined)5
19 / 26 / 22
21 / 29 / 24
Automatic Transmission
6-Speed
10-SPEED
Paddle Shifters
Standard
Standard
Drivetrain
ALL-WHEEL DRIVE
SUPER HANDLING ALL-WHEEL DRIVE™ (SH-AWD®)
Custom Drive Mode
Available with Trim Upgrade
Standard
Comfort & Convenience
Active Sound Control
Available with Trim Upgrade
Standard
GPS-Linked Climate Control9
NOT AVAILABLE
Standard
Remote Engine Start
Standard
Standard
Smart Entry with Keyless Access
Standard
Standard
Active High-Beams
Standard
Standard
Rain-Sensing Windshield Wipers
Standard
Standard
Audio & Connectivity
Center Display (in.)
8.0" (Standard) 10.3" (Available)
10.2" (standard)
Touchpad Interface
Standard
STANDARD with True Touchpad positioning
Premium Audio System
AVAILABLE WITH PACKAGE UPGRADE
ELS Studio® 3D Premium Audio System w/ 17 Speakers11
Navigation System9
AVAILABLE WITH PACKAGE UPGRADE
STANDARD
Head-Up Display
NOT AVAILABLE
STANDARD
Apple CarPlay® & Android Auto™ Compatibility6,7
Standard
Standard
Wireless Charging
Not Available
Standard
Streaming Audio via Bluetooth®13
Standard
Standard
SiriusXM® Satellite Radio14
Standard
Standard
USB Ports15
Standard (2)
Standard (3)
12-Volt Power Outlets
Standard (2)
Standard (2)
Safety & Driver Assist
Surround View Camera8
OPTIONAL
STANDARD
Blind Spot Information (BSI) System16
STANDARD
STANDARD
Forward Collision Warning (FCW) System10
STANDARD
STANDARD
Collision Mitigation Braking System (CMBS)10
STANDARD
STANDARD
Pedestrian Detection10
STANDARD
STANDARD
Lane Keeping Assist System (LKAS)10
Standard
STANDARD
Road Departure Mitigation System10
STANDARD
STANDARD
Adaptive Cruise Control with Low-Speed Follow10
Standard
Standard
Traffic Jam Assist10
Not Available
Standard
Traffic Sign Recognition10
Standard
Standard
Exterior
LED Headlights
Standard
STANDARD (Jewel Eye®)
LED Taillights
Standard
STANDARD
Power Moonroof
Available with Package Upgrade
Standard
Remote-Operated Moonroof
NOT AVAILABLE
STANDARD
Heated Side Mirrors
STANDARD
STANDARD
Wheels & Tires
18"
19"
Interior
Leather-Appointed Seating
Not Available
Standard
Power Driver's Seat
STANDARD (8-Way with Power Lumbar)
STANDARD (16-Way with Power Lumbar)
Power Front Passenger's Seat
STANDARD (8-Way)
STANDARD (16-Way with Power Lumbar)
Heated Front Seats
Available with Package Upgrade
STANDARD
Ventilated Front Seats
Available with Package Upgrade
STANDARD
Heated Rear Seats
NOT AVAILABLE
STANDARD
Heated Steering Wheel
Available with Package Upgrade
STANDARD
Automatic Dimming Rearview Mirror
Standard
STANDARD
Acura Graduate Offer
$500
in savings
Acura would like to recognize your recent accomplishment by helping you get into the right luxury vehicle, with a $500 savings towards an eligible 2023 or newer Integra, TLX, RDX or MDX vehicle (excludes PMC vehicles) when you finance or lease with Acura Financial Services (AFS) [1].
See offer details for client and vehicle eligibility.
2023 TLX $1,000 Loyalty Offer
$1000
in savings
Available to current owners of a 2013 or newer Acura vehicle.
Towards the capitalized cost reduction or down payment assistance with the lease or purchase of a new 2023 TLX (excludes PMC vehicles).
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Disclaimer
- TLX competitor specifications and features sourced from competitive manufacture website and www.acura.com comparison data. American Honda makes no guarantee or warranty, either expressed or implied, including without limitation any warranty of merchantability or fitness for particular purpose, with respect to the data presented here. All specifications, prices and equipment are subject to change without notice.
- 1 The indicated feature options were added to the competitor vehicle to determine the Comparably Equipped Price: Comfort Package ($2,375); Navigation/Mark Levinson®Premium Audio Package ($2,750); Premium Triple-Beam LED Headlamps ($1,250); Panoramic View Monitor, Intuitive Parking Assist with Auto Braking, Rear Cross-Traffic Braking ($1,365).
- 2 Prices shown are Acura suggested retail prices only and do not include taxes, license or destination and handling charge. Destination & Handling charge for cars (excluding PMC Edition) and SUVs (excluding PMC Edition) is $1,195.00. Destination & Handling charge for PMC Edition models is $1,995.00. Dealer prices may vary. Acura model shown (Performance Red Pearl) includes Premium Paint. $600 MSRP up-charge applies to Performance Red Pearl, Platinum White Pearl, Majestic Black Pearl, Phantom Violet Pearl, Apex Blue Pearl, and Liquid Carbon Metallic.
- 3 Lexus IS horsepower: 260 @ 6400 rpm (SAE net); Acura TLX horsepower: 272 @ 6500 rpm (SAE net).
- 4 Lexus IS torque: 236 lb-ft @ 2000-4800 rpm (SAE net); Acura TLX torque: 280 lb-ft @ 1600-4500 rpm (SAE net).
- 5 Based on 2023 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your actual mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions, and other factors.
- 6 Apple CarPlay® and any other Apple mark referenced is a trademark of Apple Inc. Depending on use, Apple CarPlay® can share certain user and vehicle information (e.g., vehicle location, speed and other operating conditions) with the connected iPhone®. See Apple’s privacy policy for details regarding Apple’s use and handling of data uploaded by CarPlay®. Use of CarPlay® is at user’s own risk, and is subject to agreement to the CarPlay® terms of use, which are included as part of the Apple iOS terms of use. CarPlay® vehicle integration is provided “as is,” and Honda cannot guarantee CarPlay® operability or functionality now or in the future due to, among other conditions, changes in CarPlay® software/Apple iOS, service interruptions, or incompatibility or obsolesce of vehicle-integrated hardware or software. See dealer for details.
- 7 Android™ and Android Auto™ are trademarks of Google LLC. Depending on use, Android Auto™ can share certain user and vehicle information (e.g., vehicle location, speed and other operating conditions) with Google and its service providers. See Google privacy policy for details regarding Google’s use and handling of data uploaded by Android Auto™. Use of Android Auto™ is at user’s own risk, and is subject to agreement to the Android Auto™ terms of use, which are presented to the user when the Android Auto™ application is downloaded to the user’s Android™ phone. Android Auto™ vehicle integration is provided “as is,” and Acura cannot guarantee Android Auto™ operability or functionality now or in the future due to, among other conditions, changes in Android Auto™ software/Android™ operating system, service interruptions, or incompatibility or obsolesce of vehicle-integrated hardware or software. See dealer for details. Only use Android Auto™ when conditions allow you to do so safely.
- 8 Always visually confirm that it is safe to drive before backing up, as the rearview camera and Rear Cross Traffic Monitor (if present) may not provide complete information about conditions at the rear of your vehicle.
- 9 Acura Navigation System and related features available only in the United States, Puerto Rico and parts of Canada. See your local Acura dealer for information regarding navigation system area coverage.
- 10 AcuraWatch system accuracy will vary based on weather, speed, road conditions and other factors. System may not detect all objects ahead of, beside or behind the vehicle and may not detect a given object. System may not detect all lane markings or lane/road departures. System operation affected by extreme interior heat. Driver remains responsible for safely operating vehicle and avoiding collisions.
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Adaptive Cruise Control should not be used in heavy traffic, poor weather or on winding roads.
Collision Mitigation Braking System with Pedestrian Detection cannot detect all objects ahead and may not detect a given object; accuracy will vary based on weather, speed and other factors. System operation affected by extreme interior heat. System designed to mitigate crash forces. Driver remains responsible for safely operating vehicle and avoiding collisions.
Forward Collision Warning system does not include a braking function.
Lane Keeping Assist System only assists driver in maintaining proper lane position when lane markings are identified without a turn signal in use and can only apply mild steering torque to assist.
Road Departure Mitigation (RDM) with Lane Departure Warning (LDW) only alerts driver when lane drift is detected without a turn signal in use. RDM can apply mild steering torque to assist in maintaining proper lane position and/or brake pressure to slow the vehicle’s departure from a detected lane.
Traffic Jam Assist (TJA) only assists driver in maintaining proper lane position and vehicle spacing when lane markings and a preceding vehicle are identified; TJA only can apply mild steering torque to assist.
Traffic Sign Recognition cannot detect all traffic signs, may misidentify certain signs and does not include any braking or speed control functions. Accuracy will vary based on weather and other factors. System operation affected by extreme interior heat. Driver remains responsible for complying with all traffic regulations.
- 11 ELS Surround® and ELS STUDIO® are registered trademarks of Panasonic Corporation of North America. All rights reserved.
- 13 The Bluetooth® word mark and logos are owned by the Bluetooth SIG, Inc., and any use of such marks is under license.
- 14 SiriusXM Satellite Radio, subscription purchasable after trial period. If you decide to continue your service at the end of your trial subscription, the plan you choose will automatically renew and bill at then-current rates until you call 1-866-635-2349 to cancel. See SiriusXM Customer Agreement for complete terms at siriusxm.com. Other fees and taxes will apply. All fees and programming subject to change. Not all vehicles are capable of receiving all services offered by SiriusXM. Current information and features may not be available in all locations, or on all receivers. XM satellite service is available only to those at least 18 years of age in the 48 contiguous USA and DC. SiriusXM Internet Radio service is available throughout our satellite service area and in AK, HI and PR. © 2022 SiriusXM Radio Inc. Sirius, XM and all related marks and logos are trademarks of SiriusXM Radio Inc.
- 15 The USB Audio Interface is used for direct connection to and control of some current digital audio players and other USB devices that contain MP3, WMA or AAC music files. Some USB devices with security software and digital rights-protected files may not work. Please see your local Acura dealer for details on compatibility.
- 16 The system is not a substitute for your own visual assessment before changing lanes; system accuracy will vary based on weather, size of object and speed.
- 17 Based on SAE J1100 cargo volume measurement standard plus floor space between first and second seats and front seats moved forward. This figure compares more accurately with most competitive measurements.
- 18 Ordinary maintenance items or adjustments, parts subject to normal wear and replacement, and certain other items are excluded.
- 19 Consumer Guide is a registered trademark of Publications International, Ltd. www.consumerguide.com
- 20 Insurance Institute for Highway Safety rating for 2022 Acura TLX, vehicle class midsize luxury car. For more details on 2022 Top Safety Pick+ awards, see www.iihs.org
- 21 Acura Maintenance Program covers certain factory scheduled maintenance on select eligible vehicles for two years or 24,000 miles, whichever comes first. Certain models may require different maintenance schedules as recommended by the vehicle's Maintenance Minder system and described in the vehicle's Owner's Manuals. See an Acura Dealer for vehicle eligibility, coverage details, and exclusions. Valid only in the United States of America.
