Entry-level luxury doesn’t get much better than the 2022 Acura ILX. Maintaining a reputation for solid dependability and low cost to own, the ILX delivers Acura’s translation of luxury in a compact wrapper.
With a new-generation compact sedan expected for the 2023 model year, Acura tinkered little with the 2022 ILX.
Pitted against compact rivals like the Audi A3 and Mercedes-Benz GLA, the ILX provides similar levels of luxury and performance. However, it does so while putting a smaller dent in your wallet.
We particularly like its high resale value, spunky 4-cylinder engine, and standard AcuraWatch driver aids.
Acura separates the ILX into four trim levels. The base ILX is the entry-level trim. What follows are three trim levels based on option packages tacked on to the ILX: ILX with Premium Package, ILX with Premium & A-Spec Packages, and ILX with Technology & A-Spec Packages.
Because the ascending ILX grades are constructed by adding option packages, Acura doesn’t offer additional options. However, a couple of dozen dealer-installed accessories are available.
Every ILX grade sources its thrust from a 201-horsepower 2.4-liter 4-cylinder engine. It generates 180 lb-ft of torque. Commanded by steering-wheel-mounted paddle shifters, an 8-speed automatic transmission ushers power to the front wheels.
Unlike some of its peers, the ILX doesn’t offer all-wheel drive (AWD).
Mileage is a government-estimated 24 mpg in the city, 34 mpg on the highway, and 28 mpg in combined driving.
2022 Acura ILX (Starting at $26,500)
This may be the gateway ILX grade, but it boasts a comprehensive list of standard features. However, one content shortcoming is you must step up a grade to get Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
Standard features include 17-inch alloy wheels, auto on/off LED headlights, LED taillights, heated outboard mirrors, power moonroof, and keyless entry with push-button start.
Other standard gear includes 8-way power-adjustable driver’s seat, heated front seats, and dual-zone automatic climate control.
Also included in the base price are a 5-inch touchscreen, voice text messaging, a 6-speaker audio system, Bluetooth, and a USB connection.
Among the standard safety-driver aids are forward-collision warning with emergency braking, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assist, road-departure assist, and adaptive cruise control.
Adding the $1,045 destination fee to the ILX base price brings the total to $27,545. With no money down, financing for 60 months at 3% interest works out to a $495 monthly payment. See Acura ILX models for sale
2022 Acura ILX Includes:
- Automatic transmission – An 8-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission (DCT) provides steering-wheel-mounted shift paddles for manual gear selection.
- Voice text messaging – Receive and respond to text messages by voice.
- Forward-collision warning – Monitors traffic and objects in front of the vehicle. When it senses a potential collision, it issues a warning. If the driver doesn’t respond, it will automatically apply the brakes.
2022 Acura ILX with Premium Package (Starting at $28,500)
This builds on the base ILX content with such features as a 4-way power-adjustable front passenger seat, driver’s seat memory, leather seating, and self-dimming rearview mirror.
Other standard fare includes a 7-inch touchscreen and an upgraded 7-speaker audio system with HD radio, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto.
The Premium Package also adds blind-spot alert with rear cross-traffic alert.
The ILX with Premium Package would be our pick among the grades. For the extra $2,000, you add several sought-after features like leather seating, blind-spot monitor, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto.
Adding the $1,045 destination fee to the ILX with Premium Package price equals $29,545. Financing that amount with no money down for 60 months at a 3% interest rate works out to $531 per month. See Acura ILX models for sale
2022 Acura ILX with Premium Package Includes:
- Leather seating – Upgrades the seating from faux leather to real leather.
- Upgraded audio system – Adds a subwoofer for a total of seven speakers, plus HD radio, Apple CarPlay, and Android Auto.
- Blind-spot monitor – Alerts the driver to traffic approaching on the vehicle’s flanks. It also includes rear cross-traffic alert, providing a warning when backing up that traffic is crossing behind.
2022 Acura ILX with Premium & A-Spec Packages (Starting at $30,500)
Building upon the ILX with Premium Package, this grade primarily adds appearance upgrades.
Its extra content includes 18-inch alloy wheels, LED foglights, and piano black exterior accents like a rear spoiler.
Among the inside enhancements are an A-Spec steering wheel, sport seats with simulated-suede upholstery, red-lit instrument panel, and aluminum sport pedals.
Adding the $1,045 destination fee to the retail price brings the total to $31,545. Financing this amount with no money down for 60 months at 3% interest works out to a monthly payment of $567. See Acura ILX models for sale
2022 Acura ILX with Premium & A-Spec Packages Includes:
- A-Spec Package – Mostly appearance features, this package includes black chrome and piano black exterior accents.
- 18-inch wheels – Noise-reducing 15-spoke alloy wheels with a Shark Grey finish.
- Aluminum sport pedals – These are high-performance perforated aluminum pedals.
2022 Acura ILX with Technology & A-Spec Packages (starting at $32,400)
The top-end ILX trim builds on the lower-level trims by either enhancing or replacing their standard features. It includes all the A-Spec goodies, but then adds several technology upgrades.
The extra content includes an 8-inch touchscreen, a multi-view rearview camera with dynamic guidelines, AcuraLink Connected Services, Song by Voice, and a navigation system.
Also included is a 10-speaker ELS audio system.
Including the $1,045 destination fee, the total sales price is $33,445. With no money down, financing for 60 months at 3% interest gives you a monthly payment of $601. See Acura ILX models for sale
2022 Acura ILX with Technology & A-Spec Packages Includes:
- AcuraLink Connected Services – Allows the vehicle to interface with your smartphone. The benefits include remote lock/unlock, vehicle location, emergency calling, and more.
- Navigation system – Hard-drive based, this system not only provides turn-by-turn directions, but also 3D graphics, real-time traffic updates, and traffic rerouting.
- Song by Voice – By initiating a search, you can ask for a specific song on an artist’s portfolio of songs by simply speaking your request.
