Not quite the Precision Concept, but not bad either
Remember the Precision Concept Acura unveiled at the 2016 Detroit Auto Show? A year later, the first spy shots of the Precision-inspired TLX have emerged.
The upcoming facelifted TLX may not have the Precision’s edginess, but the front fascia (especially the “Diamond Pentagon grille”) is clearly a design cue from the concept car, one borrowed by the 2018 MDX as well. The TLX’s face looks way better now that the chromed beak is gone.
Acura’s mid-size sedan needed an update, one that will be “more premium-brand, performance feeling, and more noticeable,” according to Dave Marek, Acura Global Creative Director.
Being a mid-cycle refresh, don’t expect much change to the chassis and powertrain. The 206-hp 2.4-liter four-cylinder and the 290-hp 3.5-liter V6 are likely to be carried over, although there’s a probability of seeing Honda's new 10-speed automatic 'box mated to the V6 unit. A possible hybrid version would (most likely) carry Honda Accord’s setup: 212 horsepower, and a combined rating of 48 mpg.
The 2018 Acura TLX is expected to make its debut soon, with prices similar to the outgoing version, ranging between $32,950 and $45,850.
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