Acura's entry-level compact sedan doesn't have the same degree of luxury and refinement as its peers.
The 2.4-liter four-cylinder engine and eight-speed automatic work well at full steam, but the transmission suffers from frequent clunks and hesitations in ordinary driving, especially when starting up from a stop.
Once underway, it is reluctant to downshift, making the car seem lethargic when drivers need power.
The stiff, jumpy ride, mundane handling, and incessant road noise aren't befitting a luxury compact sedan.
The infotainment system is convoluted and overly distracting.
Most active safety features, including FCW and AEB, are standard, but BSW is optional.
This is the last year for the ILX, to be replaced by the upcoming Integra.
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