Some call the interior dated, but with a real physical shifter controlling an honest stepped gear transmission, and more importantly, no piano black trim, no stuck on tablet infotainment screen, and a proper hand brake, I for one think that “dated” is actually a good thing.
@robbrown6240
2 жыл бұрын
Me too. I like basic cars with no frills or tech b.s.
@err7273
2 жыл бұрын
the 2 screens concept is indeed a fail. they should’ve just had the top one and redesign the rest of the infotainment , everything else is fine by me
@user-km5kj8xh1x
2 жыл бұрын
More reliable
@eviljigglypuff2329
5 ай бұрын
@@err7273that’s really the only knock I have with the interior. Besides that it’s fine. Any interior with a screen will eventually feel dated but the dual screen is definitely a Zonk.
@malcolmquinterogarcia4481
3 жыл бұрын
Oh man that Acura ILX A-Spec look so fine. I simply love it
@stevepotter9774
4 жыл бұрын
Three reasons why I purchased a new ILX A Spec last year. First, my Acura dealership is beautiful, with lots of perks that you aren't going to get from a dingy (mine is) Honda dealer. Second, it's different from the MILLIONS of civics that only differ in color. You can roll an ILX to a valet at that nice hotel you go to and not feel like a total commoner vs a Civic. Third, my dealer sold me my brand new pearl white A Spec for $26900. Overpriced and irrelevant? Not a Mercedes or Audi....but something a little special for under $27K.
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing that great input from your ownershipexperience!
@normt5463
4 жыл бұрын
But you are planning on dealership visits?
@johnwalker2512
4 жыл бұрын
The 2019 refresh really did make a big difference. Car has more of a stance.
@marcoseesmarcoshares
3 жыл бұрын
Steve was $26900 your Out the door price?
@mtarailfanman
4 жыл бұрын
A specs are clean and sporty thats what makes them good
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
You are so very right about that!
@steve45678
4 жыл бұрын
Hardest working man on KZitem
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks Steve for saying that!
@ThePowerslave77
4 жыл бұрын
Despite the aggressive exterior styling, this is a car for more conservative buyers that value reliability and comfort over sportiness. Bought one of these recently with the Espresso interior, and the contrast of the leather really pops nicely. Biggest disappointment as others have mentioned is the outdated chassis and a somewhat bouncy ride. Though Acura is nominally a performance brand, this car is mostly about value and aesthetics.
@reynaldocordero4247
4 жыл бұрын
I have a 2013 Acura ILX Premium. I have 150,000 miles on it. It still runs amazing. The V-Tech is an amazing engine.
@Crypto_Fly
4 жыл бұрын
Picked up a Blue ILX with Red interior 2020 Aspec a month ago after also looking very closely at a used ILX Aspec, 2020 Sonata, 2020 Accord Sport and GTI. Watched your previous review before making my choice. I'm REALLY happy with the car!! Thanks for all the great reviews man. Keep it up!
@Crypto_Fly
4 жыл бұрын
The car could use a bit more power but to be honest the 8 speed DCT is lightning quick and makes the car perform great for the low HP...Also, once you're used to the 2 screens its much better in my opinion. It's great to have music on one screen and map/apple CarPlay on top screen =)
@shivangpatel2587
4 жыл бұрын
Well said bro. I have a white 2020 Acura aspec. Shifters are nice and quick.
@bj10jgo
4 жыл бұрын
You should have chose the accord sport, much faster , better interior, lower maintenance cost and cheaper insurance.
@bj10jgo
4 жыл бұрын
@@Crypto_Fly You should have chosen the accord sport, much faster , better interior, lower maintenance cost and cheaper insurance.
@fiercedevil6955
4 жыл бұрын
Me: wow...nice exterior. Me when seeing the rear: whyyyyy one little dinky exhaust??
@ruthless9377
3 жыл бұрын
Only people with tiny cocks need exhaust ports at all.
@trewebster5884
3 жыл бұрын
Paying homage to the integra
@ahmadalsami1707
4 жыл бұрын
keep up the amazing work, thank you, im a fan all the way from IRAQ
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
Thank you for saying that and for being so supportive!
@joecool9739
4 жыл бұрын
Short answer: No Long answer: No, "A-Spec" isnt a performance trim...its just an appearance package
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
You are so very right!
@TheBreakfastLover
4 жыл бұрын
Agreed, *Type S* is their performance line
@wrzl1675
4 жыл бұрын
Aspec has always just been an appearance trim on all models and still is
@perkhere2252
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks captain obvious
@ruthless9377
3 жыл бұрын
Yeah f sport is just an appearance package on the Lexus too. What’s your point?
@minipandora22
3 жыл бұрын
THIS is a GREAT CAR, it has an actual transmission (not a CVT) and the engine is TIME TESTED.
@landonmatthew
9 ай бұрын
your review videos are hands down the best there is. thanks for helping me make three great purchases in the last 3 years.
@RaitisRides
9 ай бұрын
That is so incredible of you to say Landon.
@rpatts16
4 жыл бұрын
Good review Joe! I actually own a 2018 ILX A-spec and I couldn't agree more with the Zonks. I love my car but I'm just glad I leased it and get to drive something new in another year. Keep up the great work!
@a1sawse939
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the feed back I needed this info
@dinkleburg6039
4 жыл бұрын
My 2016 A Spec has the exact same interior. Waiting for that refresh. Great value and I got a great deal on a rebuilt title ILX with 12k miles last yest for $13k USD
@chronos4573
3 жыл бұрын
The ILX makes a great premium commuter car, I don’t feel like I’m spending 2 hours a day in a penalty box of car. It differentiates itself enough from the previous generation civic it came from.
@mariowhyte2816
4 жыл бұрын
Yeeeeeeeeeeessssssss maaaaaan!!! Some Acura on throttle tiiiiime!!!! I really hope a full redesign is coming for this lil jewel!!! It's not a bad car; that infotainment system is ancient (love that it has a CD player though👍🏼...I still have my two cases😂😂😂😂) and if I'm not mistaken it sits on the previous gen Civic platform?! 🤯🤯😭😭 Good looking car and great review as usual!!! 👍🏼🚗💨💨💨💨
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
You hit all the right points Mario! Thanks for watching!
@mariowhyte2816
4 жыл бұрын
Oh yeah man thanks and thanks for putting out this great content! 👍🏼🚗💨💨💨💨
@thearkhamknight846
4 жыл бұрын
it sounds like it needs a stronger exhaust system. That car looks too sporty for that single exhaust.
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
You hit the nail on the head!
@thearkhamknight846
4 жыл бұрын
@@RaitisRides I'm a car enthusiast. Not like I used to be, but it's there. lol
@tredfxman
3 жыл бұрын
@@RaitisRides Cant you just do a resonator delete? 😄
@kourysteffani
3 жыл бұрын
For the power the engine puts out, a single exhaust output is the optimal choice for consistent torque on acceleration and keeping the shifts effortless and smooth to extend the life of the already durable DCT.
@stevee8318
4 жыл бұрын
This car is really awkwardly positioned in the Honda/Acura lineup. A top trim civic actually has a more modern and nicer interior. The ILX, on the other hand, has a traditional automatic and more powerful engine than the civic and is only a few $k more expensive. If you look at the ILX as a more conservatively styled, luxury Civic SI (but with an automatic trans) it makes sense. The issue is that the ILX isn't really a competitive luxury vehicle, but it's still a pretty good value.
@VersatileHybrid
4 жыл бұрын
Got mine brand new last year, only 11k miles still runs perfect
@TylerTheCompiler
3 жыл бұрын
Great vid!! Can't wait for the 2022, hopefully it's a redesign on interior.
@eminye1
4 жыл бұрын
That colour is gorgeous. Nice review Joe.
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
I am so glad that yo like this one.
@eminye1
4 жыл бұрын
@@RaitisRides Keep em coming!
@rmknicks
4 жыл бұрын
I'd love to see Acura break out of the mid-tier pack and make some outstanding cars. Come on Honda, you have the money! Also the naming needs to go into the bin. Integra, Legend, etc. were so great!
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
I totally agree with you!
@kyron2092
4 жыл бұрын
Exactly what im saying! I feel like they aren't attempting to reach their full potential
@alexriley3179
4 жыл бұрын
Kyron exactly what are they doing rn Ik they could be doing so much more because they have in the past.
@RomaneMaticaliseGordon
4 жыл бұрын
They are moving in the right direction with the redesigned RDX and the upcoming TLX and TLX type s
@positivejames
4 жыл бұрын
Prelude as well
@Doomreb
4 жыл бұрын
If you're able to it would cool to see you do some older cars. Older but not yet "classic" like 3rd Gen Acura TL's, Honda S2000's, Infiniti G35s, and so on. Keep it up man.
@Kp68lwrjr1974
Жыл бұрын
Now 4.5 years and 26,000 miles - same flaw free reliable and quick, engaging car, which I always shift in Manual with the Paddles. Your choice: older, dated, simpler, reliable - or - newer, more complicated Tech, and less reliability - I'll still take simpler over the new, more Techy ones.....
@donaldoc
4 жыл бұрын
Excellent Review, and I agree with all the specific points when it comes to the dated trim, interior, , and business side.🏁🏁
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks my friend!
@alpappalardi7044
4 жыл бұрын
Acura is doing nice things with these smaller models The upcoming TLX TYPE S is really going to sideline Lexus’s IS . But they really gave zero effort into their large sedans after the Legend. They aced that vehicle and couldn’t come close again . It’s nice to see sedans still alive . Thank you for the great review
@normt5463
4 жыл бұрын
Acura has left the ILX at.the bottom even Consumer Reports doesn't recommend it.
@mbcaiost
4 жыл бұрын
I love the new exterior! The Civic looks much better inside though, especially the dashboard and tech.
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
I am so glad that you like this one.
@timothycoyne5874
4 жыл бұрын
I have a bit of a soft spot for the ILX. I bought a low-miles 2014 CPO with the 2.4 liter engine, which came only with a 6-speed very slick shifting manual. It was the same engine as the previous generation Civic Si. Some people called the ILX just a rebadged Civic, but it was really a much nicer car in my opinion. Loved that car. Fun to drive, great fuel economy, and cheaper to insure than the Si. The only negatives were more body roll than you’d like, and you couldn’t get factory nav in the 2.4 back then. Sadly, that was the last Acura you could get with a stick. I’d have kept it longer had I not gotten a terrific deal on the new ND Miata I bought two years ago.
@lordtyranus08
4 жыл бұрын
the exterior still looks attractive and fresh, the interior is clearly outdated in amenities, tech, and luxury... performance is meh... this ILX needs some love ASAP from Acura
@ranthony2714
3 жыл бұрын
Agree the exterior is spot on, interior is great, but could use a new infotainment system. Power is more then adequate and still fun. Shifts are excellent and it handles well. I say all this as I have a 2017 and will soon be picking up a 2020. Acura treat you like family, go above and beyond, great warranty, fantastic resale value.
@sparkonthehorizon
4 жыл бұрын
Really enjoy your work, Joe. Very thorough. So is this the end for the ILX?? I really dig this car!
@JadeTheWolf1982
4 жыл бұрын
The engine is everything in this car. No CVT and it will last well over 100K and then some. All you need to do is change the oil and et all! And its still got a CD player!
@jacobrael9872
4 жыл бұрын
Hey joe you should do a review of the 2020 kia cadenza it looks really nice I just saw one parked in front of my local kia dealer
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
I am waiting to get one!
@kingfarticusreturns6371
4 жыл бұрын
The Cadenza is beautiful indeed!
@donteadoss
4 жыл бұрын
Really hoping Acura “gets on throttle” with their revamping considering many brands are exiting the car segment or focusing on the SUV/truck market demand more; historically, we all know they’re capable - thanks for the great, thorough review as always & stay safe out there, Joe!
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
I like what you did there! You bring up some very good points and I know the changes are coming!
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
Please be safe as well!
@MiguelLopez-fh7vx
4 жыл бұрын
That interior doesn’t convince me... it’s dated an for a 30k sedan, I think I’d rather spend that on something else
@TheBreakfastLover
4 жыл бұрын
Agreed, the interior, infotainment, powertrain, and chassis is well over 10 years old. Definitely outdated, but on the flip side it's also proven to be an extremely reliable car. That K-series engine has stood the test of time.
@briangasser973
4 жыл бұрын
It is nothing more than a little fancy civic. Have one in my driveway right now. Lots of hard plastic and a basic interior. The power is mediocre at best. It gets me reliably from point a to b.
@ft9kop
4 жыл бұрын
No one is paying 30k. Dealers will discount this 30%. They're doing the same with the TLX Aspec. At that price, it's a great car
@junhawng
4 жыл бұрын
@@ft9kop You sure dealers will discount that much? I'm not seeing anything close to that in the market right now.
@ft9kop
4 жыл бұрын
@@junhawng it's bc Corona is jacking all the car prices now due to no new supplies, new and used. Prior to corona, and after Corona, they will go back to discounting. Come fall when production returns to normal, the discounting will return, probably even better bc the new 2021 TLX redesign is releasing. Also, you'll have to communicate with a salesman to get the best price
@SuperPandalover208
4 жыл бұрын
I fell in love with the exterior of this car but the interior just killed my excitement unfortunately
@VdiMusicGaming
3 жыл бұрын
Looks like a 2009 civic
@shansmith7100
3 жыл бұрын
This why I got the TLX. The inside... 😓
@Linkmarine777
4 жыл бұрын
Don't want those twinkies squirting all over the place 😂
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
No way jose!
@craigmitton5047
4 жыл бұрын
Love the junk food volume explanations!
@HansDelbruck53
4 жыл бұрын
@@craigmitton5047 It's capacity, not volume.
@markb4706
4 жыл бұрын
I really wnat to get an Acura ILX for my first car! I love how it’s priced.
@tonylipari4430
3 жыл бұрын
Hi
@tonylipari4430
3 жыл бұрын
Did you finally buy your ?
@tonylipari4430
3 жыл бұрын
Ilx?
@andresmarquez1306
4 жыл бұрын
This is a very nice car, I have a 2016 ILX Premium A-Spec, I love it. This car is very eye catching. But I hope Acura gives it a new interior and maybe a Type-S badge.
@Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan2219
Жыл бұрын
I love the color of this car!!! Great job Joe.
@bittertruth0000
4 жыл бұрын
Love that colour.
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
I agree!
@MsChic-jm8wo
3 жыл бұрын
My MDX was in the shop getting serviced during the weekend and had the opportunity to drive this gorgeous car for 3 days! Beautiful pearl white exterior with red interior, but it was super tiny! 🤣 Took me awhile to get used to it but it was beautiful and smooth ride too.
@dychejs
4 жыл бұрын
Joe your attention to detail in the styling as well as in the storage of frisbees is why I take your advice seriously. Great review. The single exhaust is curious. I’d rather get a Civic Si on any day.
@gerardov.9716
3 жыл бұрын
The single exhaust looks like an afterthought.
@d_purp8960
4 жыл бұрын
Just waiting for the 2021 Acura TLX review 😌
@MrDaveaccord
4 жыл бұрын
Got a quote on a base model recently, $4896 off the MSRP.
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
I totally believe it!
@perkhere2252
4 жыл бұрын
Huge waste of money, base model you get nothing
@comeconcon569
2 жыл бұрын
It looks and feels like the Civic SI. obviously, Acura is Honda.
@troytruong8246
4 жыл бұрын
Wtf? Single exhaust. The designer was stoned or something? 4cyl turbo with 270hp would be awesome in this car. The exterior design is nice.
@Cynical496
4 жыл бұрын
That would make the current v6 basically useless
@troytruong8246
4 жыл бұрын
@@Cynical496 yes. 250hp would be ideal. 300hp tlx is ideal.
@Cynical496
4 жыл бұрын
Troy Truong thats what the v6 is lol
@Cynical496
4 жыл бұрын
Basically what’s happening next year though. U could get a used 2016 v6 for a good price and get 295hp I threw an intake on so I wouldn’t be surprised if I’m around 304hp. They are basically what u said and the whole line up are getting turbos. Think the base is 285hp. I’m not a big fan of turbos, just another liability.
@troytruong8246
4 жыл бұрын
I like the 2018 aspec tlx not standard tlx. Aspec is mote aggressive. Im looking to upgrade my 07 tsx with 250k miles lol
@isfgabriel
4 жыл бұрын
ILX Type S would be nice. Turbocharge 2.4L. Rear Vents etc
@mitchlu
4 жыл бұрын
that car is more show than go. (Nice driving, Joe).
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
That is a very good way to put it! Thanks man!
@sdalexander8505
4 жыл бұрын
This car is an embarrassing product to be selling as a 2020 when the previous generation Accord has a more updated interior. Almost as bad as the 370z. At least that car has some power. 200 hp with AWD? That thing is a slug. A heavy 9th gen civic. It’s like a Lexus IS 200. Just buying it for the luxury badge. The exterior looks great, however.
@chrisa2223
4 жыл бұрын
It’s not AWD. It’s also heavily discounted by dealers and a heck of a deal right now.
@junhawng
4 жыл бұрын
@@chrisa2223 How much of a discount are you seeing on it right now? I have only been seeing $1000 discount for even the 2019 models.
@chrisa2223
4 жыл бұрын
Jun Hong In CT, true car gave me $3600 off a 2020 ILX w/Premium package. Sticker $28775, market average $25142
@perkhere2252
4 жыл бұрын
Chris A222 Lol, nice lie dude but try harder next time
@chrisa2223
4 жыл бұрын
Perk Here fuck off troll. True car is an app. Try downloading it and using it. It isn’t very hard to verify what I said.
@sully3900
4 жыл бұрын
That Acura has a lot of nice features including the looks but the single exhaust is a buzz kill.
@Kp68lwrjr1974
2 жыл бұрын
not sure how many read this review anymore but I mentioned this to Joe a while ago. In 1987 I bought a new BMW M5 and owned it for 10 years and 75,000 miles. I bought a new ILX in 2019 and have now owned it for 3.5 years and 20,000 miles........the dimensions are exactly the same as my M5 - the ILX has 201HP NA K24 and the 8 speed DCT Auto Trans - the M5 had the NA straight 6 with 256HP and 5 speed Manual. The M5 weighed 400 lbls more than my ILX - I can tell you from my experience and from the performance specs that the two cars "feel" almost exactly the same. Yes the M5 is "dated" now AT 34 years old and the ILX may be "dated" compared to newer cars BUT I'll take "dated" ANY DAY OVER THE NEWER CARS WITH ALL THEIR CVT'S AND UPPED PRICES - GIVE ME QUIK AND THE RIGHT SIZE AND RELIABILITY AND I'LL TAKE THAT FIRST. THE "DATED" ILX MAKES ME REMEMBER WHY I DROVE The M5 for 10 years...........reality not hyperbole
@afca_management1461
4 жыл бұрын
It’s a nice car, interior is very old, needs new infotainment, more newer tech, overall a very reliable vehicle, just outdated
@stevenkreiss2113
4 жыл бұрын
At least you won't have issues with oil dilution that turbocharged Honda engines are having....
@johnq8135
4 жыл бұрын
You're the hardest working man on KZitem
@dr.killjoy5001
4 жыл бұрын
This car looks freaking awesome! Do they have it in Australia or only in the US and Japan?
@drock4real612
4 жыл бұрын
I really wish Acura's styling excited me. Because nothing else about this car excites me. For 8 grand less the Civic Si Sedan CRUSHES this thing. In every way. Every way.
@Spiritcr1jsher
3 жыл бұрын
Reluable car without a turbo . I have a base 2018 ilx and it is better than most cars for $27k . 200hp , 8speed trans and i regularly get 35-40mpg on my 100 mile commute. Interior is boring as hell and it has the worst stereo ive ever heard along with my 2012 tl
@Incomudro1963
3 жыл бұрын
Nice little car for the money, especially if you price a recent cpo'd one. The interior is a bit old, but it's also kind of classic - and ages well. I might replace mu 2015 VW GTI with one of these. The Acura is short on power - especially torque - but will beat the GTI in long term reliability.
@RaitisRides
3 жыл бұрын
I am so glad that you like this one.
@Min-lt9ct
4 жыл бұрын
looks like you don't take vacation at all! Hard working there :)
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for saying that! I appreciate your support!
@johnsonjacob3525
3 жыл бұрын
I have no complaints about the styling, but it's cramped, not like the present Civic sedan. Acura has a new short video for the ILX, and gives the impression it is all new for 2021, but it's the same, but they disabled comments. Wth? My guess is that it will be restyled for 2022, based on the new Civic, but not announced yet, and maybe several months after the Civics are made available in late spring 2021. I do like the styling, but in Apex Blue Pearl with the black interior. The red is just too much for me, but it has to have the ELS sound system, because that's the main reason I would want an Acura, and the ILX A Spec makes it the most affordable. Plus, the ILX still has a CD player, and the N/A 2.4L engine and DCT.
@RaitisRides
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing that great input!
@Dshelby_1980
11 ай бұрын
I'm curious as to the leg room since I'm 6'5 inches will my legs bend to much. My preference is to stretch my legs more
@jK-zv7nk
3 жыл бұрын
Pretty much an automatic ‘SI’, but looks way better imo. I wouldn’t mind one for a daily driver, since that N/A engine is known to be super reliable. For more power, you could go for a Honda Accord 2.0T sport - pretty common car though, but more value for the money.
@80s_Boombox_Collector
4 жыл бұрын
Better interior than the Civic, but I passed on it because you can't get a manual.
@evoartsinc
3 жыл бұрын
Your review is why I bought a 2021 Kia Forte GT. I am strongly considering buying an IXL for my beautiful wife. Thanks for always reviewing the obscure :-)
@IrishPizzaMan
3 жыл бұрын
I bought this car I love it!! Great everyday driver!
@fleiteae
2 жыл бұрын
How is the touch sceeen and navigation?
@Raven-uu7lb
4 жыл бұрын
I'm really digging this beautiful Acura. Just need to update the interior though.
@VdiMusicGaming
3 жыл бұрын
Yep
@Leo-bz8kg
4 жыл бұрын
That’s a very fancy Civic looking. Acura is no competition to Genesis man.
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
This is smaller than a Genesis G70. I can't wait to see how the 2021 TLX competes with the G70!
@2Aqua1
4 жыл бұрын
Joe: The ILX really needs dual exhaust tips to complete the A-Spec package... And, I’d really love to see a light color headliner to break up all the dark interior as well.
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
I totally agree with you!
@kobinahagan4865
4 жыл бұрын
You are the best reviewer. U make it worthwhile.
@omairsh8
3 жыл бұрын
Can't wait to see what they do with the redesign. The new TLX and MDX are sexy as hell
@dsell37
4 жыл бұрын
Except for a couple of minor details, the exterior is much more appealing than the interior layout and that’s unfortunate because the ILX looks good imo.
@mrdave777
4 жыл бұрын
Yo Raiti! I love the content, keep it up! I see you have almost 300k subs! I anticipate a box of Ding Dongs when you get to 1m. I called it, just watch.
@acuraracing5205
4 жыл бұрын
They did a great job on the front!!! But the back end looks like a limited cheaper design finish...but 130mph top speed isn't bad at all! RAITI luvs twinkies hahahah!
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
Who doesn't? I am glad that you like this one.
@TheBlessedBoy23
4 жыл бұрын
Can't wait for you to be inside the new 2021 TLX this fall
@bikeman1x11
3 жыл бұрын
sounds great stock and a good sized engine that should last a long time - no AWD though-
@RaitisRides
3 жыл бұрын
This is very true!
@mymomsaysimcool9650
11 ай бұрын
Huge changes from the 21 ILX to the 23 Integra. Seems nothing was carried over. I was shocked this wasn’t based on the Gen 10 Civic.
@CvmmanderCvdy
4 жыл бұрын
Glad I chose the Civic Hatchback Sport Touring. I loved the ILX, but it felt like a small sedan looking for purpose in a highly contested market where used German sedans with better quality materials and luxury products reign supreme. The Acura might be somewhat dependable long term. Acura as a brand is starting to rebrand themselves. Give it a handful more years before I would even consider one. Too early to tell.
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing that input from your experience!
@andrejdestradi7414
4 жыл бұрын
nice car joe big ciao see you in your next video hasta la vista hermano
@Thebusdriverandgamermorefan790
Жыл бұрын
I think of buy the used 20' Acura ILX sedan.
@Sweetswede15
4 жыл бұрын
Can’t wait until they redesign this model so it is similar to the new tlx. If the interior is similar to the tlx and exterior could stay about the same with a type s model I would buy for sure!
@RomanM803
4 жыл бұрын
Interior looks kinda cheap compared to the Germans. Technology is old for 30k, but I will spend more money and get a g70.
@jamesgand828
4 жыл бұрын
you would have to spend almost twice as much for a G7 lol
@RomanM803
4 жыл бұрын
james Gand or get is used.
@nateg5915
4 жыл бұрын
Comparing a G70 to this is like comparing a Civic to a Benz C- class...kinda stupid
@slimshake2835
4 жыл бұрын
Twice as much? More like for only 6k more
@RomanM803
4 жыл бұрын
Nate G it's up one class from the Acura, nothing big
@regmatt
4 жыл бұрын
Civic luxury with no ac vents , Honda goes to save money there .,instrument cluster super old school, need to redesign
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
I am sure it is coming!
@YUFlysofast
4 жыл бұрын
Impressive that you bring videos everyday
@RomaneMaticaliseGordon
4 жыл бұрын
Great compact car, can’t wait to see the redesign
@minorkibbles153
4 жыл бұрын
When’s that coming out?
@RomaneMaticaliseGordon
4 жыл бұрын
Kibbles Next year I think, don’t quote me on that. They will also change the name from ILX
@minorkibbles153
4 жыл бұрын
@@RomaneMaticaliseGordon damn ok, I dont think i can wait a whole year for a new car. Do u think I should just buy an ILX right now or is there another sedan I should get?? My price range is 20-35k
@RomaneMaticaliseGordon
4 жыл бұрын
Kibbles I wouldn’t buy the current ILX, waste of money if you ask me. If you’re in the used market I would go Infiniti Q50 Red Sport, Lexus Is350, Acura TLX v6 SH-AWD if you want Japanese. If you want German used, I would go bmw 335i or 340i, Mercedes C450 AMG, Audi S4. I highly doubt you would get a decent new luxury sport sedan for 35k
@dmmusicmusic
Жыл бұрын
hey brotheer, appreciate the vid's def helping me to consider broadly before buying; a couple of things that might help, people like me, came to mind though:(1) under engine arrangement/ layout?( I always like to know how easy the oil change is, the easier the better in my book. (2) is this the same engine as Accord 2.4? timing- chain, not belt? if so, rthis engine is very reliable, and super durable with just straightforward routine maintenance like oil, filters, belts and plugs. this #2 is for me a highly desirable feature set and completely sets the car apart from any Mercedes, BMW, ETC. just my thoughts though because I hate cars that are high maintenance cause I wanna drive a car not "be driven" by it. Thanks again for the vid's though, Merry Christmas!
@RaitisRides
Жыл бұрын
I am so glad that I can share all of the different vehicles with you!
@Darylrb1983
Жыл бұрын
Inda like that they used a slightly older 2.4 with an 8dct instead of the 1.5T/cvt
@yasiona2946
4 жыл бұрын
I want to like the ILX but this thing needs an emergency redo. The a spec tlx is way better. Also wish acura would bring back a coupe (other than the nsx). BMW, Benz and infninti all have plentiful coupe options and Lexus at least has the rc for a more affordable lux coupe.
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
I totally agree with you!
@ricardonieves4389
3 жыл бұрын
You know if they dont want to change the interior thats fine but i think the screen should switch places so that the one with carplay its on the touchscreen because the other way around its just stupid
@diegocordoba682
4 жыл бұрын
hey man big fan quick question i just got a performance chip gte for my 2020 ilx that usually run on 87 octane but since this tweaks the air to fuel ratio and throttle control should i switch to higher octane cant find answers online please help!!!
@cliffpeterson8430
4 жыл бұрын
I think my 2019 Jetta GLI would smoke it .
@cliffpeterson8430
4 жыл бұрын
@LEGIT.PLAYZZ sure but won't keep it that long prefer to drive new cars.
@cliffpeterson8430
4 жыл бұрын
@LEGIT.PLAYZZ I know I had an Accord for 20 years drove the hell out of it. Now that I,m able to change cars more often it is nice to have a change in brands.
@praveenc.8341
3 жыл бұрын
Awesome fantastic review dude 👍 but Acura is a best brand..... One more thing manual gear..... Is better. Acura type S is a Hot like a California Lady.......
@RaitisRides
3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this one!
@MrDayna39
4 жыл бұрын
Nice looking car, it has a sporty luxury look
@rhwIII84
Жыл бұрын
I have the 2020 ILX A-spec in Apex Blue Pearl with black interior. I really like it, and get a lot of compliments on the looks of it. It has the features and abilities I need for driving in urban areas. No problems or repair bills. That's the real reason people buy Hondas or Acuras in this size.
@aequitas8749
4 жыл бұрын
Honda either needs to create a new generation or discontinue this car, it's just an overpriced polished 9th gen Civic.
@AbdullahHood
4 жыл бұрын
What’s the point of Acura? I know what the answer should be but they haven’t made it outstanding enough from a Honda.
@aequitas8749
4 жыл бұрын
@@AbdullahHood , at this point, Honda could kill off the Acura brand and no one would really care. Heck, I don't think most JDM fanboys would care too.
@goldendevereaux
4 жыл бұрын
A Acura dealer plan got leaked about a month ago. This getting replaced with a "new sport sedan" that isn't named ILX. It's also getting a Type-S trim, along with the MDX
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
I want to see what they are doing to the TLX and do it to this ILX!
@aequitas8749
4 жыл бұрын
@@RaitisRides , I hope they drop the ILX and bring us back the Integra.
@coy9898
4 жыл бұрын
Another great review Joe. Nice car but interior design seems to dated compared to some competitors, needs a refresh
@vicp8772
3 жыл бұрын
This is based on the gen 9 civic. Rear seat is a 1 Piece when it folds down. Let's get a new model soon , but first civic gen 11
@mattagui5718
4 жыл бұрын
A3 all day all night my broda
@RaitisRides
4 жыл бұрын
This would win in reliability.
@jojokuki9701
4 жыл бұрын
No thanks. Honda a-a-a-all the way ;)
@sv52308
3 жыл бұрын
@@jojokuki9701 look at the interior
@sv52308
3 жыл бұрын
@@jojokuki9701 and safty difference
@jojokuki9701
3 жыл бұрын
@@sv52308 nobody can beat Audi in interior design... but living in the US and Honda's reliability - Honda is the better buy to maintain
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