2014-2020 Acura RLX Sport Hybrid.. What You Didn’t Know

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[MeynMotorGroup]

2005-2012 Acura RL SH-AWD.. What You Didn’t Know

[TysonHugie]

For sure one of the most underappreciated cars on the planet! I love the facelift version. Someday...

[mikeb]

I currently own a 2020 RLX Hybrid, and it's my 3rd Acura, purchased brand new, currently only 4500 miles on it. Previously owned 17 RDX Advance and a 19 RDX Advance. The RLX by leaps and bounds is the best vehicle I've ever owned. It has the quietest, smoothest ride of all the Acura's. Under the hood, with the additional 2 motors, all I can say is "this car has BIG balls". When you lay down on the pedal, it plants you firmly in your seat. 0-100 in somewhere around 9 seconds, top speed 131mph. I was told I have to wait until the warranty is up before they would remove the limiter. I joked with the shop and sales team "I still have numbers left on the speedometer", LOL. The RDX's topped out at 111 by the way.
The Krell stereo system blows the competition away, including the Premium ELS ssystem. The ELS I had in the 19 RDX and it rocked as well. But once you experience the Krell system, there's no going back. Comparing the RLX Hybrid to my previous 19 RDX with the detuned NSX engine, the RDX was very nice, good ride, great power and quiet as well. But unfortunately I had too many issues with the infotainment system constantly crashing. It was one of the early ones that came off the line. So I decided to trade it in for the RLXH, because I originally wanted all luxury to begin with when I started with Acura. The SHAWD is awesome. There is NO equal from any manufacturer out there. Do your research. Acura puts everyone to shame.
Allegedly the replacement for the RLX is supposed to come out in 25. Lets hope. If you own an RLX Hrbrid, keep it. Don't sell it. Even at the dealer when I come in, they say the same, keep it. It's a "goldmine". I was researching a replacement recently from other makers, and I found through dozens of specs, side by side comparisons and reviews, the RLX Hybrid (2020) was a far better luxury sedan than the others current offerings, in may different respects. So I've decided not to trade it, until I see something better from Acura. Granted, the infotainment system, and maps is a bit dated, but I can live with it. I don't need the Apple compatibility etc. I can either plug my phone in, or not, and still play tunes from my phone.
Fuel mileage is average. Best I got on highway was 33-34mpg, and city 28+mpg. When you put it in "Sport Mode", it drinks gas like it was going out of style. Still worth it in my opinion. I like other cars from other builders, but I'm loyal to Acura now. Simply because of a great overall product, regardless of which model you choose, and great service.

[darylmark]

I bought a 2020 before they all disappeared. Gilded pewter metallic exterior with the Seacoast interior - that gorgeous cream color the red example in your vid has. Three years later I still love it. So the infotainment system is a little slow and the graphics previous gen; the rest of the car is better than most cars out there. Powerful. Smooth. Quiet. The Krell audio is fabulous. I am holding on to this for a long time.

Honda "recommends" the 91 octane, but says 87 is suitable. I can't tell a difference between the two, but I imagine I get a few extra ponies using premium.

Issues: 0. It is a Honda, after all. No problems. Nothing needs adjustment or fixing. Just oil/filter changes and tire rotations are all I've done to date. I may update the nav this year because some maps seem a little out of date.

P.S. To boot I got a killer deal on it. Brand new, during the summer of Covid. Bought it for $46k out the door (pre-tax) plus got the dealer to throw in lots of extras like winter mats, trunk net, etc.

[petermoralesjr]

I had a 2013 TL 2WD w/ Tech Package, which was a solid and dependable car. I had someone crash into it for me last year and it was totaled. As a result I picked up a 2018 RLX 2WD. This RLX has been phenomenal. I could not find a hybrid model for sale when I was in the market. At this point I wouldn't give up my RLX. I have plenty of luxury, plenty of zip and of course dependability. Great video. I am always interested in videos just like this. Thanks for posting.

[FinalVibes]

Another fun fact is that the Acura RLX is still known as the Honda Legend in Japan. We unfortunately lost this nameplate in the states starting in 1996...

[timw]

Another great find, sir!!! Acura has always been pretty innovative but Honda seems to get much more attention from enthusiasts

[dennishorsthuis]

This car is the best car ever owned. I had a 2009 TL Acura, which I loved with the 3.7 L motor sport hybrid just such a whole different bar and is so useful in the city where you don’t go very fast and get terrible economy. Sport hybrid but she gets 28 miles per gallon in the city 😮. On the highway this thing in sport mode is a beast and it’s a total sleeper off the line.

[ericfolks]

Currently have a 2020 sport hybrid. I had a 2018 tech package. There is a big difference to me in how the car drives, stereo sounds and overall performance of the car. I love a good stereo and the KRELL is worth it in my opinion. Always loved Acura since the 90’s.

[MrSamPhoenix]

I drove one of these & it was a serene ride. Acura will all the right points but will hold back a lot due to wanting their cars to be reliable. It sucks for the enthusiast, but they need to make sure these vehicles last at least a decade.

[itsasiamariee]

Bought at well maintenance 2016 RLX Sport Hybrid, I’m in love 🥰

[sopadre]

So glad these were so unpopular. I'm looking at picking one up. 👍

[Dre]

I purchased a 2015 RLX Sport Hybrid because of the three electric motors and the extra horsepower they provide. When you put it in sport mode it comes alive with an aggressive tune and when you get on it, it flies. Practically speaking it get very good gas mileage for such a large car and my 6'8" son can ride in the back seat.

[lisagillespie]

I have recently purchased a 2020 Acura RLX Hybrid and let me say this is one excellent car .
Yes the infotainment is dated but I know this system and I like the dual screen . It gets the
job done and the Krell speaker system is outstanding . The ride is fantastic the power smooth and
will really go when ask . Super quiet and the steering is excellent . The reviewers missed the boat
on this jewel they also look great you don't see many . They only made probably 500 Hybrids
in 2018-2020 . Go look at the reviews of people who have owned all the way back to 2014.
Almost all praise the vehicle and give it 5 stars and after having this thing for a bit I can totaly
see why . Only car I have been in that drove like this was lexus 450 . If you get a shot at
owning one of these get it you won't regret it great all aroung vehicle .

[marksims]

I owned a 2014 RLX the Krell audio system is one of the best I have ever heard. The depth and clarity of the full range of genres of music is second to none. I also own a Lexus with a Mark Levinson audio system 14-speaker system, which awesome; but still doesn’t match the sound of the Krell in my RLX.

[mercpaul]

Should also mention this is one of only Acura made in Japan still

[mrgold]

Purchased a new19 MDX Adv Sport Hybrid in Mar/2019 and was instantly impressed with the vehicle. Decided to look for an used/CPO RLX Sport Hybrid and found a CPO 18 red/ebony Sport Hybrid with only 7200 miles in Dec/2019. Zero issues wit either vehicles (MDX: +41, 000 miles, RLX:+23, 000 miles). The RLX always gets people's attention because of its color and looks (usually the +40 crowd), you only see a few a year, and it stands out because there are way too many CUV/SUVs/Trucks on the road today.

[JoelAlbert-if]

We have a 2014 RLX...100 K miles...my wife drives it immaculate....it is a serious luxury car...still looks new..model aged well..drives like a dream.

[marksims]

The Krell sound system in my 2014 RLX was nothing short off amazing!

[chaseclark]

2014 sport hybrid owner, krell audio sounds amazing