Model year guide

2017 Acura rlx

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 2017 Acura rlx is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 2 on record.

2017 Acura rlx — representative photo
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2017 Acura rlx at a glance

Owner complaints3
Overall safety5 / 5 ★
Combined23 mpg

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

2017 Acura rlx common problems

The most-reported problem areas across all 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA — and what to check before you buy.

Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Steering
Steering should be tight and centered — no play, clunks or wandering. Test at low and highway speed; listen for power-steering whine.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Wheels
Inspect wheels for bends, cracks and curb rash, and feel for vibration at highway speed.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.

2017 Acura rlx safety ratings

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crash★★★★★
Side crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★★

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), tested as the 2017 Acura RLX 4 DR FWD. Ratings can differ by body style and drivetrain.

2017 Acura rlx MPG & running costs

Combined23 mpg
City20 mpg
Highway30 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$3,550
EPA size classMidsize Cars
TransmissionAutomatic (S6)
Passenger volume102 cu ft
Cargo volume15 cu ft
5-yr fuel cost vs average new car$5,750 more

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 2017 Acura rlx costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$17,750
Fuel only$17,750
Per mile$0.24

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

2017 Acura rlx trims & engines on record

Trims
Technology Package · Sport Hybrid with Advance Pkg
Engines
3.5L 6-cyl 310 hp · 3.5L 6-cyl 377 hp

2017 Acura rlx vehicles on record

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2017 Acura rlx — frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 2017 Acura rlx?

Across all 3 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are suspension, steering, engine.

What is the 2017 Acura rlx safety rating?

NHTSA gives the 2017 Acura rlx an overall crash-test rating of 5 out of 5 stars (frontal 5★, side 5★, rollover 5★).

What gas mileage does the 2017 Acura rlx get?

The 2017 Acura rlx has a U.S. EPA estimate of 23 mpg combined (20 city / 30 highway).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.