How many Hybrid vehicles does Acura have in its portfolio? Â The 2014 Acura ILX Hybrid is the only option so far. Â This fuel efficient small luxury sedan is powered by a 1.5-liter four cylinder engine with IMA electric motor and CVT transmission. Â Total system power is 111 hp and 127 lb-ft of torque, so it is focused on economy rather than high performance. Â It is basically an identical system to that of the Honda Civic Hybrid, although in the Acura it makes one extra horsepower. Â The 2014 ILX Hybrid is rated at 39 MPG city / 38 MPG highway and 38 MPG combined. Â You might be wondering – why is the ILX’s MPG rating lower than the Civic Hybrid (44 MPG combined)? Â This is a great question. Â The only clue I can find is that the ILX Hybrid has about 130 lbs more of luxurious appointments.
The 2014 Acura ILX Hybrid starts at $28,900 (same as 2013 model) and goes up to $34,600 when you add the Technology package. Â It means that you are paying from $2,000-$3,000 over the non-hybrid model. Â The standard ILX is rated at 28 MPG combined, so you are getting a huge improvement in fuel economy.
If you are wondering what is next for Acura Hybrid? Â The Acura RLX Hybrid and NSX Hybrid are on their way. Â The RLX Hybrid will be next with the all new system where the electricity powers the rear wheels for a clever all-wheel-drive setup. Â The NSX will take it to yet another level with high performance hybrid AWD. Â This space is about to get a lot more exciting.
Check out this fun TFL video of the 2013 Acura ILX:
Andre Smirnov is a life-long automotive enthusiast, software engineer, writer, and reporter. He has been writing and reporting at TFL since 2011. When not working or spending time with the family – you can find him tinkering in the garage or simply ‘going for a drive’.
