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Old Oct 17, 2012 | 07:11 PM
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Acura ILX

Just test drove one today with my gf. Its a shitty car. Might as well spend 5k more and get a TSX or 2-3K less and get an Accord.

Your only paying 26k for the Acura logo. Not worth it.
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Old Oct 17, 2012 | 07:34 PM
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Would you be able to go into a more brief detail and say why you dont like it ? Like an review.
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Old Oct 17, 2012 | 09:39 PM
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It's not a bad deal. I actually liked it when I had one for a loaner.

https://acurazine.com/forums/showthr...LX+loaner+pics
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Old Oct 18, 2012 | 08:43 AM
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Just test drove one today with my gf. Its a shitty car. Might as well spend 5k more and get a TSX or 2-3K less and get an Accord.

Your only paying 26k for the Acura logo. Not worth it.
The premium package is where it's at. I don't see many people trying to disagree with the base model not being that great.
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Old Oct 18, 2012 | 01:39 PM
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I have not seen an ILX yet!! Are there are a lot of Acuras in Virginia Beach. So like you said, who would buy one when you can spend a few more and buy a tsx or a tl? Or better yet buy a used acura which is typically just as awesome!
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Old Oct 18, 2012 | 01:51 PM
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I have not seen an ILX yet!! Are there are a lot of Acuras in Virginia Beach. So like you said, who would buy one when you can spend a few more and buy a tsx or a tl? Or better yet buy a used acura which is typically just as awesome!
I've seen one ILX in my city so far since launch and I think it was a loaner...I looked at the ILX as well but it would've been a no-brainer to take the TSX over it if you ask me.
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Old Oct 18, 2012 | 02:11 PM
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I've seen one ILX in my city so far since launch and I think it was a loaner...I looked at the ILX as well but it would've been a no-brainer to take the TSX over it if you ask me.
...and yet the troll and his beast still persist...
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Old Oct 18, 2012 | 02:16 PM
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...and yet the troll and his beast still persist...
Do you have "a thing" for me?
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Old Oct 18, 2012 | 02:19 PM
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Do you have "a thing" for me?
Yea. But I'm not hiding anything behind the size of my car engine so you might not enjoy it...
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Old Oct 18, 2012 | 02:19 PM
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Wait...you bought the hybrid? No wonder you're so upset!
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Old Oct 18, 2012 | 02:22 PM
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This is hilarious now it all makes sense about why you're so upset about me getting a TL and not the ILX. So upset you've begun following me into other threads. haha

Anyone stupid enough to fork over the money they want for the hybrid needs their head examined.
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Old Oct 18, 2012 | 02:34 PM
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Originally Posted by wreak
I've seen one ILX in my city so far since launch and I think it was a loaner...I looked at the ILX as well but it would've been a no-brainer to take the TSX over it if you ask me.
lol, I actually came from a 2012 TSX into an ILX. It's gotta better tech, better mpgs, similar interiors, better looking dash (imo), its faster, and is smaller for easier parking. It was a no-brainer in my book. I think it's all a function of personal choice. Lol, not sure why everyone is getting so defensive.
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Old Oct 18, 2012 | 03:35 PM
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This is hilarious now it all makes sense about why you're so upset about me getting a TL and not the ILX. So upset you've begun following me into other threads. haha

Anyone stupid enough to fork over the money they want for the hybrid needs their head examined.
Your in the ILX forum and guess what most people who are in the ILX forums look at other posts in their forum. Don't be so insulting you are giving Canadians a bad name. Nobody is knocking your choice of a fwd instead of shawd, I would never buy an fwd over the shawd but that is your choice and good for you. Enjoy it I am sure it is a fine choice for you as the ILX 6mt was for me.
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Old Oct 18, 2012 | 05:12 PM
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Originally Posted by spdandpwr
lol, I actually came from a 2012 TSX into an ILX. It's gotta better tech, better mpgs, similar interiors, better looking dash (imo), its faster, and is smaller for easier parking. It was a no-brainer in my book. I think it's all a function of personal choice. Lol, not sure why everyone is getting so defensive.
what was your resoning behind this?
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Old Oct 18, 2012 | 05:21 PM
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Originally Posted by wreak
Anyone stupid enough to fork over the money they want for the hybrid needs their head examined.
While we can all share our opinions in these forums, lowering ourselves to name calling is not why I am on Acurazine. I would hope that you would at least consider re-wording your statement or have the moderators kindly remind you that your comment was inappropriate and somewhat offensive.

My opinion but maybe I am just too gentlemen.....
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Old Oct 18, 2012 | 06:00 PM
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Originally Posted by weather
While we can all share our opinions in these forums, lowering ourselves to name calling is not why I am on Acurazine. I would hope that you would at least consider re-wording your statement or have the moderators kindly remind you that your comment was inappropriate and somewhat offensive.

My opinion but maybe I am just too gentlemen.....
You must be kidding me, is this a G rated website? If some asshole wants to follow me from thread to thread over one sentence because he's "under a lot of stress lately", I'm going to give him the same respect he's giving me.

Anyone who's done any research on Hybrids would know the ILX is near the bottom of the list on best buys in that category...

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Old Oct 18, 2012 | 06:08 PM
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While we can all share our opinions in these forums, lowering ourselves to name calling is not why I am on Acurazine. I would hope that you would at least consider re-wording your statement or have the moderators kindly remind you that your comment was inappropriate and somewhat offensive.

My opinion but maybe I am just too gentlemen.....
Who is the moderator around here? I emailed Acurazine regarding a question I had but never received a reply.
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Old Oct 18, 2012 | 06:10 PM
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Your in the ILX forum and guess what most people who are in the ILX forums look at other posts in their forum. Don't be so insulting you are giving Canadians a bad name. Nobody is knocking your choice of a fwd instead of shawd, I would never buy an fwd over the shawd but that is your choice and good for you. Enjoy it I am sure it is a fine choice for you as the ILX 6mt was for me.
You're just buddies with rxj27 (probably classmates) so you're going to defend him regardless, besides you're the first one to go off the deepend because I said I drove an ILX and didn't like it, oh the anguish.

Giving Canadians a bad name hahaha yeah because I'm some kind of ambassador to Canada. You guys take these forums WAY to seriously.
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Old Oct 18, 2012 | 06:11 PM
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wreak.... I am not saying that we need to make the forum G rated but that being said, we can still be respectful to one another. I have been attacked or ridiculed for some of my posts in the past....When it happens, the best way to earn respect is to respond constructively or when I can't, I just move on and keep contributing.

Again, I was just making an observation and I am not a moderator but all sharing here in a respectful and mature way is what makes this site so enjoyable....

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Old Oct 18, 2012 | 06:18 PM
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You're just buddies with rxj27 (probably classmates) so you're going to defend him regardless, besides you're the first one to go off the deepend because I said I drove an ILX and didn't like it, oh the anguish.

Giving Canadians a bad name hahaha yeah because I'm some kind of ambassador to Canada. You guys take these forums WAY to seriously.
Who is the 18 year old here? You are obviously an immature and angry person. Grow up.
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Old Oct 18, 2012 | 06:20 PM
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Who is the 18 year old here? You are obviously an immature and angry person. Grow up.
The ones who took a grudge from one thread into another thread and now want to act like I'm the instigator, that's who.
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Old Oct 18, 2012 | 06:24 PM
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I am expecting the moderators to lock some people for a short period or closing this thread very shortly....I know I would. *sigh*
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Old Oct 18, 2012 | 07:28 PM
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Originally Posted by TerpNation
what was your resoning behind this?
I didn't feel like the tsx was "fun" enough. Felt too big, despite being the 4-cylinder model. It was also a pain to park in the city because it was a bit longer. I'm inclined to smaller cars. Also, my quote that you posted has the other reasons influenced my decision.
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Old Oct 18, 2012 | 07:30 PM
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It's actually funny that the op mentions spending more for the TSX. If you go on the TSX forums, a lot of people on their are saying to the the TSX owners that they shoulda spent the extra 2-3k for a TL. Honestly, I had budget, certain requirements for the car, and I stuck to it...the ILX is where I netted out, all things considered.

If I could change 1 thing, I would've wished I checked out the 2013 GLI, though I don't think it was out at the time.
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Old Oct 18, 2012 | 07:41 PM
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Originally Posted by spdandpwr
The premium package is where it's at. I don't see many people trying to disagree with the base model not being that great.
MSRP ILX premium package is $29,200

MSRP TSX 5-Speed Automatic: $30,510
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Old Oct 19, 2012 | 07:01 AM
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This is hilarious now it all makes sense about why you're so upset about me getting a TL and not the ILX. So upset you've begun following me into other threads. haha

Anyone stupid enough to fork over the money they want for the hybrid needs their head examined.
Wreak you make some good points. And I had the same concerns. In fact, my wife and were close to buying a Camry hybrid XLE from atop the list. However, when we actually drove the ILX we fell in love. Plenty of power and the perfect size for city driving... I have owned it since July and actually paid it off last month with no regrets.

As for head examined, I'm hopefully going be able to go back to med school after finishing my PhD thesis so I'll probably get help there!

I appreciate your opinion and would much rather have a civil conversation in the future.
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Old Oct 19, 2012 | 07:30 AM
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Originally Posted by TerpNation
MSRP ILX premium package is $29,200

MSRP TSX 5-Speed Automatic: $30,510
But you can play this game with any car company lineup! Maybe wreak can attest...

TSX V6 tech $39150

TL 35905
TL SHAWD 39455
TL tech 39635

I think some people just want a small luxury car that's easy to drive.
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Old Oct 19, 2012 | 07:53 AM
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Originally Posted by rxj27
Wreak you make some good points. And I had the same concerns. In fact, my wife and were close to buying a Camry hybrid XLE from atop the list. However, when we actually drove the ILX we fell in love. Plenty of power and the perfect size for city driving... I have owned it since July and actually paid it off last month with no regrets.

As for head examined, I'm hopefully going be able to go back to med school after finishing my PhD thesis so I'll probably get help there!

I appreciate your opinion and would much rather have a civil conversation in the future.
I'm totally for civil conversation, glad we could move past this.
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Old Oct 19, 2012 | 07:55 AM
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Originally Posted by TerpNation
MSRP ILX premium package is $29,200

MSRP TSX 5-Speed Automatic: $30,510
lol, who cares about the price difference. The ILX can be $5k more for all I care. In mind, the TSX only has memory seats and a better hfl interface (more voice commands). Meanwhile, the ilx:
- Reads text messages
- Has a back-up camera
- Gets better mpgs
- Is faster (I drive the MT)
- Has Keyless Entry
- Has Push Button Start
- Has 1 click, 3-blinks function on the blinker stalk
- Has a much better infotainment display
- Has hotter heat (I took my TSX in for this and test drove others, the heat would come out cool when it was on its max setting)
- Is easier to park
- Allows you to redial the last 20 people you've called (TSX was only 1)
- Has a modern looking interior (TSX looks like the Accord interior and it wasn't that nice inside)
- Stops faster
- Is fun to drive
- and, get this, makes me happy
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Old Oct 19, 2012 | 11:56 AM
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As for head examined, I'm hopefully going be able to go back to med school after finishing my PhD thesis [/quote]

Yes, you absolutely need your head examined.
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Old Oct 19, 2012 | 12:22 PM
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Originally Posted by spdandpwr
lol, who cares about the price difference. The ILX can be $5k more for all I care. In mind, the TSX only has memory seats and a better hfl interface (more voice commands). Meanwhile, the ilx:
- Reads text messages
- Has a back-up camera
- Gets better mpgs
- Is faster (I drive the MT)
- Has Keyless Entry
- Has Push Button Start
- Has 1 click, 3-blinks function on the blinker stalk
- Has a much better infotainment display
- Has hotter heat (I took my TSX in for this and test drove others, the heat would come out cool when it was on its max setting)
- Is easier to park
- Allows you to redial the last 20 people you've called (TSX was only 1)
- Has a modern looking interior (TSX looks like the Accord interior and it wasn't that nice inside)
- Stops faster
- Is fun to drive
- and, get this, makes me happy
the part in red is incorrect.
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Old Oct 19, 2012 | 12:51 PM
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Originally Posted by TerpNation
the part in red is incorrect.
comparing with the 2.4 engines in each, the ILX is most definitely faster. ILX 2.0 would be slower.

Going by consumer reports, the TSX stopped from 60mph in 138 feet, but the ILX stopped from 60mph in 136 feet.
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Old Oct 19, 2012 | 12:52 PM
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Originally Posted by TerpNation
the part in red is incorrect.
Acura ILX
Zero to 60 mph: 6.4 sec
Zero to 100 mph: 16.7 sec
Rolling start, 5–60 mph: 6.9 sec
Top gear, 30–50 mph: 9.0 sec
Top gear, 50–70 mph: 8.9 sec
Standing ¼-mile: 15.0 sec @ 95 mph
Top speed (governor limited): 138 mph
Braking, 70–0 mph: 184 ft
Roadholding, 300-ft-dia skidpad: 0.81 g

Acura TSX
Zero to 60 mph: 7.0 sec
Zero to 100 mph: 18.5 sec
Rolling start, 5–60 mph: 7.5 sec
Top gear, 30–50 mph: 10.1 sec
Top gear, 50–70 mph: 10.1 sec
Standing ¼-mile: 15.4 sec @ 92 mph
Top speed (governor limited): 128 mph
Braking, 70–0 mph: 180 ft
Roadholding, 300-ft-dia skidpad: 0.86 g


I stand corrected on braking, but on acceleration, the ILX is faster...and it does feel quicker when driving the car around.
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Old Oct 19, 2012 | 01:33 PM
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Originally Posted by spdandpwr
lol, who cares about the price difference. The ILX can be $5k more for all I care. In mind, the TSX only has memory seats and a better hfl interface (more voice commands). Meanwhile, the ilx:
- Reads text messages
- Has a back-up camera
- Gets better mpgs
- Is faster (I drive the MT)
- Has Keyless Entry
- Has Push Button Start
- Has 1 click, 3-blinks function on the blinker stalk
- Has a much better infotainment display
- Has hotter heat (I took my TSX in for this and test drove others, the heat would come out cool when it was on its max setting)
- Is easier to park
- Allows you to redial the last 20 people you've called (TSX was only 1)
- Has a modern looking interior (TSX looks like the Accord interior and it wasn't that nice inside)
- Stops faster
- Is fun to drive
- and, get this, makes me happy
That sums up most of why I'm planning on an ILX when I'm due for a new car.
My '00 TL is coming up on 210k miles. Test drove the ILX 6MT & quite liked it.
I need 4 doors, want a manual & the ILX does everything I need it to do & I like smaller cars.

I liked the 1G TSX 6MT, but never really cared for the 2G as much.
And, I think the ILX with the grounds effects kit, looks better than the TSX.
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Old Oct 19, 2012 | 01:39 PM
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^coilovers and the ground effects kit are on my to-dos.
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Old Oct 19, 2012 | 01:43 PM
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^coilovers and the ground effects kit are on my to-dos.
Granted I didn't take many turns on the short test drive I took & traffic was building. I didn't feel like the suspension was too bad. Felt less soft/floaty than my TL.

That said, when I eventually get one, I could see it looking nice lowered a bit & a little stiffer.
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Old Oct 20, 2012 | 08:25 PM
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Just test drove one today with my gf. Its a shitty car. Might as well spend 5k more and get a TSX or 2-3K less and get an Accord.

Your only paying 26k for the Acura logo. Not worth it.
TSX is a shitty car.
Accord is a shitty car.

Might as well spend 28k more and get an RL

These arguments are valid cause I said so.
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Old Oct 22, 2012 | 09:37 AM
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I moved to an ILX from a 12-year-old Accord because the new Accords just aren't as nice IMO. The only thing I miss is the gigantic windshield on the old Accord. Provided a spectacular view of the road.
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Old Oct 22, 2012 | 09:46 AM
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Derpnation is a troll btw.
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Old Oct 22, 2012 | 01:02 PM
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^why does it matter if some one bought the ILX?
obviously, they think its the right vehicle for them.
Sandpaper coudnt be happier with his new ILX.
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