Just got this email from Acura. Looks like a few nice updates for the 2014 model which goes on sale tomorrow. ILX base price increased $1k. Looks like rearview camera is now standard. Active noise cancellation would be nice, and I want to see what those leatherette door panel liners look & feel like.

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2014 Acura ILX Luxury Sports Sedan Arrives With Host of New Standard Features, Providing More Content and Value for the Luxury Brand's Gateway Sedan

17-inch alloy wheels, upgraded seating, and enhanced audio and electronics all strengthen the compact ILX's luxury appeal


TORRANCE, Calif., May 13, 2013 – The 2014 Acura ILX luxury sports sedan goes on sale tomorrow with a host of new standard features, further strengthening the gateway vehicle to the Acura brand. Introduced as an all-new model for the 2013 model year, the 2014 Acura ILX offers increased value on a luxury scale with eight new standard features to enhance its curb appeal, interior comfort and overall driving enjoyment.

The ILX is the only luxury model on the top ten list of Generation Y car shoppers according to J.D. Power and Associates, and the 2014 ILX gets upgraded 17-inch alloy wheels, while the interior receives new leather seating surfaces and leatherette door liners, an eight-way power driver's seat, heated front seats and a Multi-Angle Rearview Camera. The ride experience is further enhanced by a new audio-system subwoofer and an Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) system that are standard features on the 2014 ILX, which starts at a manufacturer's suggested retail price* (MSRP) of $26,900, an increase of just $1,000.

Two advanced powertrain choices are available for 2014 ILX, with a standard 2.0-liter inline 4-cylinder engine that produces 150 horsepower. Paired with a Sequential SportShift 5-speed automatic transmission, it has an EPA ** city/highway/combined fuel economy rating of 24/35/28 mpg. For a more dynamic driving experience, the ILX can be equipped with a close-ratio, six-speed manual transmission matched to a 2.4-liter engine generating 201 horsepower, and earning an EPA ** city/highway/combined fuel economy rating of 22/31/25 mpg. Information on the 2014 Acura ILX Hybrid will be announced at a later date.

The ILX uses 59 percent high strength steel (HSS) in its body structure for enhanced protection and chassis rigidity. The chassis utilizes an advanced, fully independent MacPherson strut front and multi-link rear suspension system and Acura signature Amplitude Reactive Dampers, which offer superior ride comfort and precise handling. In addition, Motion Adaptive Electric Power Steering (EPS) is used for excellent steering feel and improved fuel efficiency.

The high-quality, well-appointed interior is smart, spacious and sporty. It offers a number of convenient features including a standard Keyless Access System with smart entry and pushbutton start, along with Pandora® interface and SMS text message function for easy connectivity. As before, a Premium Package and Technology Package are both available.

Acura's belief in "Safety Through Innovation" is the foundation for the brand's commitment to leadership in safety, and accordingly the ILX has a wide range of standard active and passive safety features, including Advanced Compatibility Engineering™ (ACE™) body structure. It received a 2013 TOP SAFETY PICK rating from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), attaining a score of GOOD in all four Institute tests, including the rigorous roof-strength test.

The Acura ILX is manufactured exclusively at the company's state-of-the-art Greensburg, Indiana plant using U.S. and globally sourced parts.
TRIM MSRP* EPA** MPG
(city/highway/combined)
2014 ILX 5-Speed Automatic $26,900 24/35/28
2014 ILX 5-Speed Automatic w/ Premium Package $29,200 24/35/28
2014 ILX 5-Speed Automatic w/Technology Package $31,600 24/35/28
2014 ILX 6-Speed Manual with Premium Package $29,200 22/31/25

 

Is it just that they upgraded the base model? I have a hard time being able to tell by that.

 

looks like only the base modely changed. Though, I don't see why someone would get a premium package seeing as the base gives you most of the desirable options.

 

Wow, I thought they were getting at, they ELIMINATED the base and made the Premium the base.. I see now on the bottom how the Premium is still there.. I am confused as to what the gain would be from the base to premium then.. The base apparently gets the 17" wheels, better sound, leathers, and Camera.. so unless they add something to make the Premium appeal that seems silly.

 

The Premium has hid and fog lights but not sure what else would differentiate it from the new base.

 

Yeah, hard to tell what trims were impacted. So does the 2013 Premium have the active noise cancellation already? Doesn't show on my window sticker.

 

we do -- not all of the features are listed on there. For example, have sms text and pandora which are listed on the sticker but are featured on the car.

 

Right you are. Good to know, thanks!

 

Does this picture work for everyone else? I can't see it.

 

lol, I need to proof my posts more...glad you can read between the lines.

 

Hey spdandpwr I wanted ask, the SMS texting and the Pandora radio is on the tech package or on both tech and premium packages?

thanks.

 

I have a Premium and it does both

 

sms is on tech and premium. I have it on my premium and use it quite often

 

the base model also has Pandora and the sms text function. It doesn't have xm radio though.

 

Hmm, I guess the news specifically is good for me so I won't feel too bummed. I mean if I waited another month, could have gotten a 2014 model, but then there doesn't seem to be any difference with the 2.4l model. Now if they had the 2.4l with tech package for 2014, then I'd be pissed.

 

Disappointing news since it appeared they are offering the tech package with the six speed in Canada. I was really hoping they would offer the 2.4 on the tech automatic 2014.

 

So why didnt they just throw in HIDs and fogs on the base and get rid of the premium trim all together?

 

you and me both...I would've taken the negative equity and gotten the tech.

 

Just got the 2013/2014 lineup promo in the mail. From what I can tell, there is no literally no difference between a 2013 ILX tech to a 2014 ILX tech, besides a $200 increase in price.

Can anyone confirm/deny?

 

I leased the base model and am pretty upset that all theses changes come out 6 months later. Now I am worried the car is going to be worth significantly less at the end of my lease.

 

Very possible. Glad I went with the tech :p

 

Why worry about the value of your car if you leased it? That's the beauty. Have fun for 3 years and move onto the next one.

 

I thought you have the manual...

Yea, the base 2013 is going to be impossible to move when they hit the dealers after leases are up. But, you know, they're not bad cars...