As with other aspects of the RLX, there's nothing wrong with the exterior design, but there's nothing soul-stirring about it either. The 2018 refresh did much to modernize the large sedan and the latest grille design works well. Standard features include 19-inch alloy wheels, a power moonroof, attractive Jewel Eye LED headlights, and power-folding side mirrors. A nice luxury car touch is an acoustic windshield with acoustic front/rear side glass - this explains why the RLX is so muted on the move and will impress buyers in this segment.
The RLX is a sizable sedan in terms of dimensions - bigger than a BMW 5 Series, but smaller than the 7 Series. The Acura measures 198.1 inches in length, 74.4 inches in width, 57.7 inches in height, and rides on a 112.2-inch wheelbase. Unladen ground clearance is 4.5 inches. Curb weight works out to 3,977 pounds, which is similar to a BMW 540i (also equipped with a six-cylinder engine but with rear-wheel-drive).
Acura RLX Trims | Technology Package | Advance Package |
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Max Width | 74.4 in. | 74.4 in. |
Length | 198.1 in. | 198.1 in. |
Height | 57.7 in. | 57.7 in. |
Wheelbase | 112.2 in. | 112.2 in. |
Acura RLX Trims | Curb Weight |
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Technology Package | 3,977 lbs. |
Advance Package | 4,380 lbs. |
Front Tire | P245/40WR19 |
Rear Tire | P245/40WR19 |
Wheels Type | Aluminum Wheels |
Front Wheel Size | 19" x 8" |
Rear Wheel Size | 19" x 8" |
You can select between seven distinct shades when ordering your Acura RLX. The five standard colors are Platinum White Pearl, Lunar Silver Metallic, Modern Steel Metallic, Fathom Blue Pearl and Gilded Pewter Metallic. For $400 each, you can specify one of two premium shades: Brilliant Red Metallic or Majestic Black Pearl. Considering the conservative nature of the RLX's basic shape, we'd go with one of the more striking shades like the Fathom Blue Pearl or the Brilliant Metallic Red to give the Acura a bit more visual punch.